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OPay has dismissed a viral message circulating on social media claiming that the fintech company would suspend its operations from September 1, 2026. The message, presented as an official communication from OPay Digital Services Limited, reportedly told customers that the company would embark on an indefinite break and stop processing transactions and account related services until further notice, creating panick in customers. It also advised users to withdraw their funds as soon as possible, a claim that sparked concern among some customers. Reacting to the rumor, OPay, on its verified X account rejected the message, describing it as false. The…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery may stop supplying petrol to major oil marketers that continue to bring imported Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) into Nigeria. The proposed move is as a result of concerns over the growing return of imported petrol to the Nigerian market, despite increased domestic refining capacity. The refinery is also reportedly concerned that some marketers could be combining imported fuel with petrol purchased from the Dangote facility before selling it to consumers. Such practices could make it difficult to establish the source and quality of petrol being distributed under the Dangote brand. Data from the Centre for the…

The Lagos State Government has pledged its support for the forthcoming premiere of Black Market, an ambitious movie event expected to draw about 50,000 people to Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos Island, on September 26, 2026. The state government disclosed this following a courtesy visit by the film’s team to the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, on August 27. The delegation was led by Producer, Nora Awolowo; Co-Producer/Executive Producer, Omowunmi Dada; and Event Producer, Damilola Osikoya. They sought the ministry’s partnership and support for the premiere, which organisers hope will set a Guinness World Records record…

Lagos State Commissioner, Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has urged residents to stop patronising unregulated cart pushers for waste disposal, warning that their activities could worsen environmental pollution and increase flooding risks. Wahab gave the warning on Saturday during the monthly environmental sanitation exercise in Festac, Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area, attended by Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, his wife, Oluremi Hamzat, and other stakeholders. The commissioner explained that unauthorised cart pushers often dump collected waste on roads, medians and drainage channels, thereby obstructing waterways and creating additional challenges for the state’s flood management efforts. He…

The Lagos State Examinations Board hereby announces to all candidates who participated in the Public Service Examinations, as well as stakeholders and members of the public, that the results of the examinations have been officially released. The release of the results follows the conclusion of deliberations by the Award Committee at its recent meeting held at the Lagos State Examinations Board. The Committee reviewed and considered the outcome of the examinations in accordance with the established procedures and standards governing the conduct and assessment of the examinations.The deliberations of the Award Committee therefore form an important part of the Board’s…

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has endorsed Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, former Deputy General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, as the interim General Secretary of the NFF following the resignation of President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi and members of the federation’s Executive Committee. The development forms part of sweeping interim measures introduced as the Federal Government begins a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football. In a statement issued on Thursday, the NFF said Ikpeme would oversee the administration of the federation’s secretariat during the transition. The federation also appointed its Director of Media and Communications, Dr Ademola Olajire,…

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has resolved the operational issues affecting Bolt’s services at airports under its management, ensuring operations resume immediately. In a statement released by FAAN, an apology was made to passengers for the inconvenience and increased transportation costs experienced during the temporary interruption of Bolt services. The authority said the resolution followed constructive engagements with Bolt, resulting in an agreed operational framework that addresses safety, and security concerns at the airports. FAAN explained that it had been working for years to address challenges involving passenger solicitation, touting, random pick ups and unregulated commercial transportation. It…

About 28 casino and gambling related pages have reportedly been discovered on the official website of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), sparking concerns over the security and management of the commission’s digital platform. The pages, reportedly hosted on INEC’s domain, include content promoting online casino services, with one page titled “Discover the Excitement of Instant Casino France.” The development comes months after Lere Olayinka, an aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, was reported to have gained access to a restricted INEC portal and obtained voter information. The latest discovery has renewed questions about possible unauthorised access to INEC’s website,…

Lagos State has hosted a high-level Thailand–Nigeria Business Forum, with Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu calling for stronger economic and investment ties between Lagos, Nigeria and Thailand. The forum, held on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, brought together business leaders, investors and key stakeholders from both countries. Governor Sanwo-Olu was represented by the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Hon. Folashade Bada Ambrose-Medebem. Sanwo-Olu described Lagos as Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre, financial and technology hub, and gateway to one of Africa’s largest consumer markets. He said Lagos offers scale, talent, markets and connectivity, while…

Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr is set to make history on the international stage after being selected to headline the halftime show at the 2026 NFL London Game. The Nigerian singer will perform during the highly anticipated encounter between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars, scheduled to take place on October 11 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. The National Football League announced the development on Thursday, with Ayra Starr also confirming the news through her official social media account. The performance is expected to mark a significant moment for African music, as Ayra Starr will become the first major…