Pic 1: Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (Middle); Chairman House Committee on Home Affairs, Hon. AbdulKareem Jubril (3rd right), and Head of Service, Mr. Olabode Agoro (2nd left) flanked by Heads of Security Agencies at a dedicated Jumaat Service held in Commemoration of the Y2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at the Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa, on Friday, 9th January 2026.
Lifestyle

Support Widows of Fallen Heroes – Hazmat

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By Kikelomo Ifekoya (Lagos)

The Lagos State Government has urged governments at all levels and well-meaning Nigerians to rise in support of widows of the nation’s fallen heroes, particularly in helping them shoulder family responsibilities and raise their children into responsible adults.

The call aims to prevent children who lose breadwinners from slipping into neglect and becoming vulnerable to criminal exploitation and violent activities.

The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hazmat, made the appeal at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Dedicated Jumat Service held in Ikeja, Lagos.

Dr Hazmat praised the nation’s Armed Forces for their sacrifices in protecting lives and property but expressed concern over the growing use of young people as agents of crime, especially in banditry and other anti-social activities.

He stressed that parents must take greater responsibility for the proper upbringing of their children, warning that poor home training fuels youth restiveness and insecurity.

According to him, responsible family planning—having only the number of children parents can adequately train and care for—would significantly reduce youth involvement in crime and anti-social behaviour.

The deputy governor again called on relevant agencies and compassionate Nigerians to support widows of fallen security personnel, stressing that caring for the children left behind remains a national duty.

In his opening remarks, the Lead Imam of the Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa Ikeja, Dr. Sa’eid Ahmad, urged Nigerians to actively support government efforts to tackle insecurity.

Dr. Ahmad noted that criminals emerge from communities and insisted that if residents commit to identifying and isolating bad elements in their midst, the nation would be safer.

He also commended the Armed Forces for their sacrifices and dedication to national security.

The service concluded with special prayers for Nigeria and for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, asking for divine guidance in steering the nation in the right direction.

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Lifestyle

Expert Urges Journalists to Plan Retirement Early

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By Jeffrey Ahonmisi

The Chief Executive Officer, Thewhy Consulting, Lagos State, Mr Adewale Kehinde, has urged journalists to start planning for retirement immediately instead of waiting until the end of their careers.

Delivering a lecture titled “Post-Retirement for Journalists: Planning a Financial Future” at the 2025 Press Week of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Chapel, Mr Kehinde warned that retirement should not signal the end of financial stability.

He encouraged journalists to diversify their income while still in active service and create multiple revenue streams to secure their future.

The tax consultant also advised journalists to maintain a disciplined budget and adopt a simple, frugal lifestyle to avoid falling into debt after retirement.

He further urged members of NUJ, FRCN, Ibadan Chapel to cultivate healthy habits and embrace a positive lifestyle for long, productive lives.

In his remarks, Chairman, Oyo State Local Government Staff Pension Board, Mr Ademola Ige, praised the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, for significantly improving pension payments for retired local government workers.

The Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan, Mr Dominic Mokikan, commended the strong working relationship between NUJ, FRCN, Ibadan Chapel and management, noting that it had contributed to the station’s steady growth.

Chairman, NUJ, FRCN, Ibadan Chapel, Mr Oluwakayode Banjo, welcomed participants and highlighted the rapid growth of the chapel’s Press Week in its third edition.

He encouraged members to take retirement planning seriously.

The event featured the presentation of an Award of Excellence to the CEO of Thewhy Consulting and the unveiling of a book presented by Mr Ademola Ige to NUJ, FRCN, Ibadan Chapel.

Dignitaries at the event included the Secretary, Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Oyo State Chapter, Dr Olusegun Abatan, represented by General Manager, Pensioners FM, Dr Babatunde Tiamiyu; the Management of News and Current Affairs Department led by Mr Adewumi Faniran; and a Deputy Director, Programmes, Mr Steven Agbaje.

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Human Angle

LASMA Confirms Arrest of Killer Driver

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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has confirmed the arrest of an unidentified driver who fatally struck a female pedestrian on Sunday at the Mosalasi Roundabout, along the Ipaja axis of Lagos.

The tragic incident involved a black Toyota Tundra with the registration number FST 222 HV, which veered onto a pedestrian walkway and hit a yet-to-be-identified woman.

According to a statement released by LASTMA spokesperson Adebayo Taofiq on Sunday, the crash was a lone incident caused by excessive speeding.

“In a most harrowing and unfortunate incident, a lone vehicular crash involving a black Toyota Tundra bearing registration number FST 222 HV tragically claimed the life of an innocent female pedestrian earlier today at the Mosalasi Roundabout, situated along New Ipaja Road in the Ipaja axis of Lagos State.

“Preliminary investigations indicate that the vehicle, traveling at an egregiously excessive speed, veered uncontrollably off the carriageway, mounted the pedestrian walkway, and fatally struck a woman who died instantly from the impact,” the statement reads.

Taofiq further stated that after hitting the pedestrian, the vehicle continued its path of destruction by crashing into a nearby livestock compound, damaging its perimeter fence and a nearby billboard.

It was said that the driver attempted to escape after realising the severity of the incident.

However, he was quickly apprehended by LASTMA officers and handed over to police operatives.

“The momentum of the vehicle subsequently propelled it into a nearby private premises known to be engaged in the sale of livestock, where it inflicted significant structural damage to the perimeter fence and an adjoining advertising billboard.

“Eyewitnesses at the scene report that the driver, upon realizing the gravity of the calamity he had caused, made a frantic attempt to flee the scene.

“However, thanks to the prompt, coordinated and courageous intervention of officials from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the suspect was swiftly apprehended and restrained.

“In accordance with protocol, LASTMA operatives handed the driver over to security personnel from the Gowon Estate Command, who were present at the site of the incident,” the statement added.

Taofiq said the remains of the deceased were handed over to the police for proper procedures.

He also stated that the driver is now in police custody and undergoing intense interrogation as part of an ongoing investigation.

Reacting to the incident, the General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed deep sorrow over the loss and extended condolences to the victim’s family.

“This is a deeply sorrowful occurrence that underscores the grave consequences of reckless driving.

“We mourn with the family of the deceased and pray earnestly that the Almighty grants them the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” the statement reads.

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Health

Cholera Outbreak: Lagos Records Six More Deaths

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No fewer than 37 deaths have been recorded in the current Cholera outbreak, which has hit 30 states, including Lagos and Ogun.

The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, in a statement on Thursday by the Director of Public Affairs in the state Ministry of Health, Tunbosun Ogunbanwo, said the state had recorded an additional six cholera deaths as against the previous 15.

She said cholera cases had risen to 401 in the state.

On her part, the Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker, told one of our correspondents that the state had recorded one death and 14 cases.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, in its recent report, said from January 1 to June 11, 2024, over 1,141 suspected and over 65 confirmed cases of cholera, resulting in over 30 deaths, had been reported from 96 local government areas in 30 states.

With the six additional deaths in Lagos, and one death in Ogun, the fatalities are no fewer than 37.

On Tuesday, the World Health Organisation, the United Nations Children’s Fund, and the International Organisation for Migration held an emergency meeting in Lagos over the cholera outbreak in the country.

Cholera is a food and water-borne disease caused by ingesting the bacteria— Vibrio cholerae— in contaminated water and food. Cholera can cause severe acute watery diarrhoea, and the severe forms of the disease can kill within hours if left untreated.

In Nigeria, cholera is an endemic and seasonal disease, occurring annually mostly during the rainy season and more frequently in areas with poor sanitation.

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Lifestyle

Sanwo-Olu Condoles with Makinde on Bodija Explosion

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By Rasheedah Makinde

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has condoled with Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on the tragic Ibadan explosion.

Governor Sanwo-Olu who stated this on his social media platform said his prayers were with the families of the victims describing the incident as disheartening and which calls for unity and support in these challenging times.

He, commended Governor Makinde for his swift response in the wake of the disaster and the collaboration of agencies.

Governor Sanwo-Olu, therefore, pledged the support of Lagos state in providing the help required during this trying time in Oyo State.

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Human Angle

Lagos Early Morning Fire Kills One

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One person has been feared dead in a fire that occurred in the early hours of Monday at a residential building in the Adealu area of Lagos State.

The Director, of Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen.

According to the Lagos Fire Service boss, the fire engulfed the upper floor of a storey building with four flats but the quick intervention of emergency responders helped to curtail its spread.

However, one yet-to-be-identified male adult was a victim of the fire and was suspected to be dead as of the time the emergency responders got to the scene.

She said, “We received a distress call at about 04:56hrs of a fire outbreak at 49, Ogunjebe Street, Adealu Bus Stop, Dopemu-Agege, Lagos. It is a Fire met well alight at the upper floor of a storey building consisting of four flats of two bedrooms used as residents. The Fire was however confined to the rear flat at the upper floor where it emanated before eventually being put out.

“The building is a two-bedroom flat with household contents in it and one male adult was recovered (suspected dead).”

The cause of the fire was yet to be ascertained by the Fire Service team as of the time of filling this report.

“The supposed cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained as fire fighting operation has been concluded while the investigation is ongoing to unravel the cause of the fire,” Adeseye noted.

Emergency responders at the scene of the fire included Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and Ambulance Service.

Similarly, a diesel-laden truck also caught fire in the Ojota area but was brought under control by the fire service team with no casualties recorded.

“Meanwhile, the situation in Ojota is under control as the peddler truck conveying AGO inward Ketu that went on flame has been extinguished,” she concluded.

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Transportation

Three feared Dead in Lagos Accident

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An accident involving a commercial bus with number plate MUS 753 YD claimed three lives on Sunday after the vehicle caught fire along the Lekki expressway of Lagos State.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency disclosed this in a statement made available on its Facebook page on Sunday.

According to the statement, the bodies of the deceased have been transferred to the nearest morgue.

The statement read, “The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA deployed its Response Team at Lekki to a scene of a car accident, today, Sunday, 12th November 2023, at Sandfill Bus-stop, inward Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island.

“Consequent upon the arrival of the Response Team at the scene, it was discovered that a commercial bus with registration number, MUS 753 YD, was engulfed in fire. Further investigation revealed that the bus went into flames as a result of reckless driving.

“Unfortunately, the three passengers trapped in the bus were burnt to death. The commodities were bagged and handed over to SEHMU for immediate transit to the morgue. The bus was recovered off the road and moved to Maroko Police Station.”

The LASEMA boss, Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, while lamenting reckless driving on Lagos roads, urged drivers to always exercise caution and shun the habit of drinking while driving.

The Permanent Secretary, LASEMA, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, while commiserating with the families of the deceased, calls on motorists to drive with caution and desist from speeding.

He further laments that commuter drivers are always in the habit of driving recklessly and taking alcohol while driving. He, therefore advises all to drive with care and make sure their vehicles are in good condition before embarking on any journey, to avoid the loss of lives and properties associated with this menace.

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Environment

LASG Seals Five Markets in Mushin

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The Commissioner for The Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab and Special Adviser, Environment, Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu, at a meeting convened with Private Sector Participants, PSP, waste operators, on ways to improve service delivery and transparency seals five markets in Mushin and its environs.

The markets, which were shut on the orders of the commissioner, include Awolowo Ultra Modern Market, Odi-olowo Market Ojuwoye Mushin, Mushin Main Market, Daleko Market Mushin, and Odo Ashimowu Market, Mushin.

Wahab said the markets were sealed by the Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, operatives in collaboration with Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps, LAGESC, and Kick Against Indiscipline, KAI.

He said: “Operatives of LAWMA in conjunction with LAGESC/KAI on Sunday sealed five markets in the Mushin and Odi-Olowo Local Council areas.

“They were sealed for contravening provisions of the 2017 Environmental Management Protection law.

“Being aware that PSP operators are in business to make a profit and sustain employment, then cash collection must be digitized for transparency”.

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Human Angle

LASTMA Rushes Asthmatic Accident Victim to Hospital

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Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority,LASTMA, on Wednesday, said it rescued an Asthmatic patient and a driver in a car accident at Ajala inward Abule Egba, Lagos State.

This was contained in a statement issued by its Public Relations Officer, Adebayo Taofiq.

According to the statement, an official of LASTMA, Ogunjobi, who led the rescue team confirmed that while driving in a one-way direction, the driver of the commercial Mitsubishi bus collided with a Toyota Sienna bus which led to the accident.

“He confirmed further that preliminary investigation revealed that the driver of the Toyota Sienna bus had a head collision with the white commercial Mitsubishi bus while driving against the direction prohibited by Law (One-way)”.

He noted that the female asthmatic patient was rushed to a hospital for urgent medical care while the drivers of the two collided cars were handed over to the police.

“Immediately we arrived at the accident scene the driver of the commercial Mitsubishi white bus who had bruises over his body and another female asthmatic patient were rescued by LASTMA officials”

“LASTMA Ogunjobi disclosed that while the rescued female asthmatic patient was immediately rushed to BISAM hospital for urgent medical attention, drivers of both vehicles were handed over to policemen from Meiran police station for further investigation.” the statement read.

However, the General Manager of LASTMA, Bolaji Oreagba, has warned drivers to avoid using one way while driving.

“Driving against direction prohibited by Law (One-way) is against the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018,” he said.

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Infrastructure

LASG Announces Three-day Temporarily Closure of Roads

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The Lagos State Government has announced a three-day temporary closure of the entrance into CMD Road and the Access Road to Isheri-Olowora on the Shagamu bound carriageway

A statement released Tuesday on the official Instagram page of LASG stated that the roads would be closed to enable contractors “lay the final wearing course,” which will commence Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

The statement reads: “In line with the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway project by the Federal Government, the Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of the entrance into CMD Road and the Access Road to Isheri-Olowora on the Shagamu bound carriageway.

“According to the notification from the Government, the CMD entrance will be closed for three days for the laying of the final wearing course, commencing from Wednesday, August 9, 2023, while the Access Road to Isheri-Olowora on the Shagamu bound carriageway, by the pedestrian Bridge at Berger bus stop will be closed from Thursday, August 10, 2023 also for three days, with preparatory works commencing on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, to enable the reconstruction of the remaining half of the outer lane of the carriageway.

 “The following traffic management plan has been earmarked for the duration of the construction works. From Thursday, 10th August 2023, all traffic from the expressway en-route CMD Road will have the following alternative routes;

i. Motorists on Ojota Interchange will connect CMD Road through the access road after the FMW weighbridge to continue their journeys.

ii. Motorists on Dr. Nurudeen Olowopopo will connect CMD road by Otedola Estate

iii. Motorists that are Isheri-Olowora bound, intending to exit the expressway via the access before the Pedestrian Bridge at Berger bus stop, will make use of the next exit by New Garage to connect Isheri-Olowora.

“Motorists are urged to cooperate with the Traffic Management Personnel deployed to guide them through their desired destinations.”

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News

Helicopter Crashes in Lagos

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Four people narrowly escaped death on Tuesday after a helicopter crashed in the Oba Akran area of Ikeja, Lagos State.

The incident happened on Tuesday afternoon close to a branch of a commercial bank in the area.

It was gathered that the chopper was used for training when it crashed into a building and went up in flames.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services confirmed the incident.

The spokesperson for the agency, Amodu Shakiru, said the occupants sustained varying degrees of injuries.

He said, “The helicopter crashed into a building but nobody died. The helicopter was used for training and it has four occupants on board. They had an escort motorised team that was following them on the ground during the training routine exercise which is the standard protocol.”

“The motorised team was the first to arrive at the scene. The occupants sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving medical attention.

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Religion

Fear of God, panacea to rising decadence – Islamic Cleric

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By Omolara Adasofunjo

An Islamic Scholar, Imam Hamad Yakub wants Nigerians to always exhibit the fear of God and pay more attention to values as the tool for checking the rising wave of decadence in society. 

The imam of Abdul Azeez Central Mosque, Ebute Meta, Lagos State made the call during this year’s Ramadan lecture of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM, Abeokuta. 

Imam Yakub who lamented that parents and guardians had neglected family values as the foundation for building good character also encouraged the people to embrace discipline, honesty, good conduct and justice. 

Addressing the gathering, the chairman of the occasion and spokesman of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Ogun State, Alhaji Tunde Oladunjoye identified poor parental control as a challenge to raising morally upright children. 

Alhaji Oladunjoye urged clerics to adopt strategies that would make the religion more attractive to the youth.

Earlier, General Manager, Paramount FM, Abeokuta  Mr Akinyinka Akintola represented by the Manager Programmes, Mrs Tolulope Onafowokan had urged the faithful to always take advantage of the Ramadan period to renew their commitment towards doing good to others. 

In a remark, the chairman of the Ramadan Lecture Planning Committee, Alhaji AbdulQadri Oyinlola expressed gratitude to almighty Allah for making the program a success.

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Crime

Whitney: Trial of Chrisland School, Workers Begins Thursday

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The Lagos State Government will today (Thursday) begin the trial of Chrisland School, Opebi, and some employees over the death of one of the school’s pupils, 12-year-old Whitney Adeniran.

The school’s workers to be arraigned before Justice Oyindamola Ogala of the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja include Ademoye Adewale, Kuku Fatai, Mrs. Belinda Amao, Nwatu Ugochi Victoria and Chrisland School Limited.

The defendants are to be tried on a two-count charge bordering on involuntary manslaughter, reckless and negligent acts contrary to Sections 224 & 251 of the Criminal Law, C17, Vol.3, Laws of Lagos State filed by the state.

Adeniran slumped on February 9, 2023, during an inter-house sports activity by the school at the Agege Sports Stadium.

Earlier a statement by the Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State Ministry of Justice explained that on February 9, 2023 upon slumping during the event,  Adeniran was rushed to the Agege Central Hospital, Agege, Lagos, where she was confirmed ‘brought in dead by the doctor on duty.

An autopsy later carried out at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, indicated that the pupil died of asphyxia and electrocution.

The case was referred to the police which carried out an investigation with the help of other agencies.  The file was subsequently forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions office on Monday, March 20, 2023, for review of the duplicate case file.

On March 23, 2023, the DPP issued his legal advice having established a prima facie case of involuntary manslaughter and reckless and negligent acts against the school, some members of its workers and one of the vendors.

The DPP, Dr Babajide Martins, leading other lawyers, will prosecute the case on behalf of the state.

Chrisland School defence team reportedly will include Chief Bolaji Ayorinde, SAN, Mr Yele Delano, SAN, Chief Richard Ahonaruogho, SAN and Mr Kayode Enitan, SAN, leading other counsel.

The victim’s mother, Blessing, on March 3, 2023, confirmed the autopsy result during a live Instagram video.

She said: “The autopsy result is out and Desola was electrocuted. My daughter died of electrocution. I have been subjected to trauma for the past two weeks. Tomorrow, March 4, will be three weeks since my baby died. The school made me think I was crazy.”

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News

Two Shot Dead in Lagos Community

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The family of a 15-year-old boy, Pelumi Sulaimon, have been thrown into mourning after soldiers attached to Operation MESA allegedly shot him dead around Makoko, in the Yaba area of Lagos State.

According to residents in the area, the soldiers were hired by political thugs to carry out a reprisal on their opponents in the community on Sunday, February 26.

it was gathered that when the soldiers got to the community, they started shooting indiscriminately and in the process, a stray bullet hit Pelumi who was on his way to buy drinks for his friends to celebrate his birthday.

The soldiers, who were led by a political thug identified simply as Nuru, were also said to have gunned down a tricycle operator, identified simply as Aloma, whom they mistook for one of their targets.

According to Pelumi’s relative, Musbau Ayinde, the events that led to the death of the Junior Secondary School Three pupil was a result of a clash caused by political rivalry in the community.

He said, “There was a clash between members of two political parties at a base close to Makoko roundabout on Thursday night. The fight was later settled after the intervention of some residents in the area.

“After that, there was another confrontation between them during the election held on Saturday but that did not lead to a fight and we all thought it had ended there not until Sunday when a thug belonging to one of the political parties brought soldiers and stormed the base where the clash occurred the last time.

“When they got there, they did not meet their targets, so the soldiers who were attached to the OP MESA started to shoot indiscriminately and that was how one of the bullets hit Pelumi in his ribs. A tricycle rider known as Aloma was also shot dead.

“He was about to get passengers at the park when he heard the gunshots and fled. But they thought he was one of their targets and that was how they aimed at him and shot him. Even after he fell down, they came down from their van, moved close to him and shot him again in the head.”

Pelumi’s elder brother, Afeez, said he was with his friends when a resident told him that his brother had been shot by the soldiers.

He said, “I was with my friends when the soldiers arrived in the area in a van which had the inscription of OP MESA on it with a covered number plate. That was around 3pm. They came in through the Sabo area with four soldiers hanging at the back of the van.

“Shortly after, someone came to tell me that our last born had been shot. I rushed down to the place and saw my immediate younger sister at the spot trying to lift him (Pelumi) up from the ground. That was when some residents joined to carry him to a hospital at Oko Agbon.

“When we got there, they referred us to another hospital on Harvey Road. That was where he passed away. The hospital asked us to get a police report before releasing the corpse. So, it was policemen from Adekunle that took the corpse from the hospital and deposited it in the mortuary.”

Afeez said Pelumi just turned 15 years old on the day he was shot, adding that he stepped out to buy drinks to celebrate with his friends when the incident happened.

“The people we met at the spot where he was shot said a political thug known as Nuru was sighted in the van of the military officers. And they left the community through Iwaya Road after carrying out the operation,” he added.

The deceased were said to have been buried on Wednesday.

 The State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident.

“The case is at the State Criminal Investigation Department. No suspect has been arrested yet and investigation is still ongoing,” he said.

The Deputy Director, Public Relations, 81 Division, Nigerian Army, Olabisi Ayeni, could not be reached for comment.

He had yet to reply to a text message sent to his mobile number as of the time this report was filed.

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Economy

Breaking: New Notes Scarcity causes Unrest in Lagos

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Fighting erupted in some areas on the popular Lagos-Ikorodu expressway in Lagos State over the scarcity of the new naira notes and the hardship the policy has thrown Nigerians.

On Friday morning, it was gathered that some suspected louts in Mile 12, Ketu and Ojota areas on the expressway, took to the road attacking commuters and creating chaos.

A driver, attached to one of the cab-hailing firms operating in the state who does not want his name in print over fears of harassment, said he had to turn into one of the streets due to the chaos.

Social media users who shared details of the ongoing fighting in the area, alleged they could hear sounds of gunshots.

Meanwhile, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, has confirmed the unrest happening in the Mile 12 area of Lagos State.

He made this known via his Twitter handle on Friday.

Responding to a tweet asking the PPRO to confirm the rumour, Hundeyin replied, “ It is true. Our men are there. Reinforcement units have been deployed. Stay safe out there as we closely monitor and manage the situation.”

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Crime

Lawyer’s Death: Killer policeman must face justice- NBA

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The Nigerian Bar Association has said it will ensure that justice is served in the case of a lawyer, Bolanle Raheem, who was shot dead by a police officer on Christmas Day, while inside a vehicle with her husband in the Ajah area of Lagos State.

Reacting, the National Publicity Secretary, NBA, Akorede Lawal, described the incident as unfortunate, adding that the president of the association, Yakubu Maikyau, was monitoring the situation.

He tweeted, “We are aware of this unfortunate incident. This is yet another crime against a lawyer. Regrettably, our member is gone. The NBA President @YCMaikyauSAN is right on this and we shall ensure that justice is duly served.”

Meanwhile, the Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, has said the officer responsible for the killing and others have been taken into custody.

He tweeted, “Unfortunate and avoidable incident that was. The ASP that shot and two others with him have since been taken into custody. They are to be moved to the SCID for further investigation.

“The Lagos State Police Command condoles with the family, friends and colleagues of Barrister Bolanle Raheem. “The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Abiodun Alabi, has been in touch with the family and the Nigerian Bar Association since yesterday and has given firm assurances that just

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Crime

Car, Bike Thieves Apprehended in Ogun

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Two brothers, Emanuel Nwachukwu and Sunday Nwachukwu have been arrested by the Operatives of Ogun state Police command for allegedly stealing a car marked JJJ 661 GJ.

The suspects, car wash Operators, were apprehended on the Lagos/Ibadan expressway by men of Federal Highway patrol, who were on stop and search duty along the axis.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Mr Abimbola Oyeyemi who confirmed the arrest of the suspects in Abeokuta said the two brothers were arrested on their way to Imo state with the vehicle.

Mr Oyeyemi explained that the two brothers who live at No 2, Onifade street Fagba Lagos confessed that they stole the car from one Bello Muyideen Kolawole of Arobaba street, Idimu Lagos. 

He pointed out that the Divisional Police Officer, DPO Ewu-Oliwo division,  Toyosi Bello, contacted the said owner, who told the policemen that he took the car to the suspects to wash, only for the two brothers to run away with it.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Lanre Bankole, has directed that the two suspects be transferred to State Criminal Investigation Departments, for onward transfer to Lagos State Command, where the crime was originally committed. 

In another development, the Ogun State-owned Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps, So-Safe Corps, has arrested a 48-year-old farmer, Oladele Simon for allegedly hijacking a motorbike at gunpoint.

The state Commander of So-Safe Corps, Commander  Dr  Soji Ganzallo, made this known in a statement through Director of Information and Public Relations of the Corps, Assistant Commander Mr Moruf Yusuf.

Dr Ganzallo noted that the suspect was arrested after the victim reported the incident at the Ifonyintedo Division of the Corps that his motorcycle had been hijacked by the suspect at gunpoint.

The So Safe Corps Commander who advised residents especially the motorcyclist, the commuters and the passengers to always prioritize their security and safety also stressed the need for passengers to desist from using their phones while on bike.

He listed items recovered from the suspect to include one unregistered hijacked red motorbike and a locally made gun 

Dr Ganzallo pointed out that the suspect had been transferred to the Nigeria Police, Idiroko Divisional Police Headquarter for further investigation and likely prosecution.

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RSS Car Accident Claims lives

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A vehicle belonging to the Rapid Response Squad, RSS, was gutted by fire on Tuesday at Adeola Odeku Street in Victoria Island, Lagos State.

Though details are sketchy concerning the main cause of the fire, the Lagos State Fire Service had confirmed that they are at the scene and working to quench the fire.

The RRS confirmed the incident stating that lives were lost but did not give figures.

Confirming the incident, RRS tweeted, “RRS vehicle on patrol of Adeola Odeku was this morning involved in a fire incident.

“Although lives were lost in the incident but our officers escaped with injuries.  “While we pray for the repose of the souls of those whose lives were lost in the incident, we appreciate those who have been calling and sending messages to our Commander, CSP Olayinka Egbeyemi.

“Thank you for your concerns.”

Speaking to newsmen via phone call, the Public Relations Officer of the service, Jamiu Dosunmu, stated that firefighters were at the scene.

Responding to inquiries, Dosunmu said, “I am aware but our men are still there for the details.”

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Education

Fire Guts WAEC Office, Many Trapped

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Pandemonium has broken out in the early hours of Wednesday, as fire gutted the West Africa Examination Council, WAEC building in the Yaba area of Lagos State.

According to reports, several people are still trapped in the building as the fire rages.

The cause of the fire which started at about 6.50 am, was yet to be ascertained as of 7.15 am. The fire had broken out in the middle of the high-rise building and those trapped in the building were seen frantically calling for help.

It was gathered that men of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and other emergency responders are presently at the scene to put out the raging fire.

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Environment

Lagos Building Sinks, Nine Escape Death

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Nine yet-to-be-identified ladies who were trapped when a storey building around Akinwunmi Street, Mende, in the Maryland area of Lagos State, sunk due to torrential rainfall were rescued on Monday.

The Lagos Territorial Coordinator, National Emergency Management Agency, Ibrahim Farinloye, confirmed the development in a statement.

He said the agency’s officials were deployed to rescue the victims after receiving a distress call about the emergency.

Details later.

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News

Lagos State Commissioner Resigns

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The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has accepted the resignation of the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr Idris Salako.

A statement made available by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, announced this.

“This is a prelude to the restructuring of the Ministry and its agencies.

“Governor Sanwo-Olu thanks the Commissioner for his services to the state and wishes him success in his future endeavours.

“The Governor warns all players in the sector to respect the law or face the consequences of any indiscretion, no matter who the perpetrators are,” the statement read in part.

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Environment

22,500 minors died from air pollution in 2021 – LASEPA Boss

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The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, says about 22,500 children died from air pollution in the state in 2021.

It stated that the quoted figure was 75 per cent of 30,000 people who died due to bad environment in 2021 in Lagos State.

LASEPA General Manager, Dr Dolapo Fasawe, made this know to newsmen at the official kick-off ceremony for the “EKO Clean Air” project in Lagos.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the theme of the project is “Breathe Clean Air Now”.

Dr Fasawe said the figures were derived from a report which recorded the impact of air pollution on the health of residents.

The LASEPA GM said the administration of Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, had been very deliberate and proactive in its resolve to deliver clean air and a sustainable environment to Lagos residents.

She noted that upon resumption, the governor prioritised health and the environment in the administration’s THEMES agenda “because there is no good health without a good environment”.

“Eko for Clean Air is preaching prosperity, good health, increased GDP and increased productivity for the people of Lagos State.

“We are currently in the Itedo community and the response has been mind-blowing.”

“We did an Air Quality Study before this intervention and we also did something called the K-A-P: Knowledge, Attitude and Practices and we realised that a lot of people did not know the effects of air pollution on health.”

“So, our coming here to preach clean energy and recycling, the people are excited and they are committed to partnering with the government on the project.”

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Politics

INEC to Register Lagos PLWDs July 25, 26

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Lagos State has slated July 25 and 26 for Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) to register.

Eight special centres have been designated for this purpose across the five Ibile divisions of the state.

They are Ikorodu Central Local Government area (Ikorodu); Ability and Disability Centre, Ajara (Badagry); Old Secretariat (Ikeja); Onikan Youth Centre (Lagos Island); Sports Recreation Centre (Epe); Idi-Araba Correctional Centre; Teslim Balogun Stadium and Correctional Centre, Oko-Baba.

The exercise will be done in collaboration with the Lagos State Office of Disability Affairs, (LASODA).

At a news conference, Head of INEC Voter Registry, Muyiwa Yusuf, said the commission has put in place special consideration for the registration of PLWDs. He noted that ‘the two days will be well taken care of so that they are well captured’.

Yusuf said: “The two days are for people with disabilities to register so we can have them in our database and ensure they are not disenfranchised. There is a biometric machine to capture those who cannot thumbprint, while braille will be provided for those with visual impairment and magnifying glasses for those with albinism. The polling units will also be wheelchair accessible.”
While lamenting that of the six million persons registered in Lagos for 2023 elections, over one million PVCs have not been collected. Yusuf urged concerned persons to go to their local government areas for collection.

He hinted that over 75,000 PLWDs were captured in the entire country since the electoral body began the CVR exercise for the 2023 elections.

The General Manager of LASODA, Dare Dairo, lamented that PLWDs were affected by social poverty because of exclusion, but said this informed why Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration set aside the two days to allow them to register.
“In collaboration with INEC, we have created special centres across Lagos so that PLWDs can register and revalidate their PVCs. We have designated INEC officials at these centres and carried out a feasibility study. It is for the PLWDs to take advantage of this window to get their PVCs for the 2023 elections.”

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Transportation

Ogun, Lagos Sign MoU On 31Km Rail Project

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Ogun State Government has signed a Memoranda of Understanding with the Lagos State Government on the 31km redline passengers rail service from Oyingbo, Lagos State to Agbado in Ogun State. 

Speaking after signing the MoU, the Secretary to Ogun State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi, noted that the project was a significant achievement in the series of developments engendered by Lagos/Ogun Joint Commission.

He pointed out that the project was an achievement from the robust understanding and synergy between the Governors of Lagos and Ogun States in taking advantage of their proximity to better their economies and make life more comfortable for the people.

While pointing out that the transport system of any nation or state was critical to its civilization, Mr Talabi maintained that Ogun State was committed to taking advantage of the sector to improve the livelihood of the people.

Also, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Dr Frederick Oladeinde, explained that the first phase of 25km stretch from Oyingbo to Agbado already being constructed would be completed in December this year, while passenger operations would commence in first quarter of 2023.

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Environment

Another Building Collapse in Lagos

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A building at Onipanu area of Lagos has reportedly collapsed.

This is barely two weeks afer a church building under construction collapsed opposite Number 17, Cardoso Street, off Martins Street in Mushin.

The incident occurred at about 1.07 am at Oke Arin street, off Shyllon Ilupeju but details could not be ascertained at press time.

The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, Dr Oluwafemi Oke-Osanyintolu confirmed the development.

“The Alpha Cobra team of Lagos State Emergency at Onipanu Enroute Oke Arin street off shyllon Ilupeju.” He said.

One escapes death in Lagos collapsed building:

A female adult has reportedly escaped death at the scene of a building collapse that occurred at Number 15, Oke-Arin Street, Ilupeju/Palm Grove in Lagos State.

The abandoned Two-storey building reportedly collapsed to ground Zero in the early hours of Wednesday, July 13, 2022.

It was learned that the incident occurred due to the aging of the structure which had fast dilapidated.

However, the incident did not record any loss of life, just an adult male who sustained minor injuries and has been taken to the hospital for medical attention.

Vanguard gathered that the affected building has been cordoned off to prevent any threat.

In his updates about the incident, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, Dr Oluwafemi Oke-Osanyintolu said, “Upon arrival at the incident scene, an abandoned 2 -storey building collapsed to ground zero.

“Further investigation revealed that, the incident occurred at about due to aging of the structure.

‘No loss of life’ . However, one adult male sustained a minor injury and has been taken to hospital.

“The affected building has been cordoned off in order to prevent any threat.

“Operation concluded and Cobra team heading back to base,”

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