Lagos State yellow taxi/cab drivers launch a new mobile app e-hailing services EkoCab to compete with existing contemporary brands like Uber and Taxify etc. During the launch, Lagos state government reaffirmed a level playing field for existing and new operators offering same category of services to ease the seamless movement of lagosians around the state.
Month: March 2020
After 100 years of existence, Dr. Nwadinobi Emerged as First Nigerian President of Medical Women’s International Association
President Buhari meet with Dr Eleanor Nwadinobi who is the first Nigerian to be elected as President of the Medical Women’s International Association, in its 100 years of existence.
Italy To Spend 25 Billion Euro In Fight Against Coronavirus
Italy on Wednesday vowed to spend up to 25 billion euros ($28.3 billion) to fight a new coronavirus epidemic that has killed 631 people and put hospitals and the economy under severe strain. Economy Minister Roberto Gualtieri said “half of these resources” would be used immediately and the other half stowed away and tapped should…
Traffic Alert: Eko Bridge Inward Alaka Closed for Repairs.
LASG unveiled alternative routes for motorists as the Federal Controller of Works, Mr. Adedamola Kuti confirmed the closure of a section of Eko Bridge to enable rehabilitation works on worn-out bearings noticed between Alaka and Costain portion inwards Apongbon.
BREAKING: Buhari Ordered Ganduje To Dethrone Emir Sanusi – Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso, former Governor of Kano State, on Wednesday alleged that President Muhammadu Buhari ordered the removal of Muhammadu Sanusi as Emir of Kano. Kwankwaso made the allegation while describing the removal of Sanusi as a sad incident to both Kano State and Nigeria in general. Speaking with BBC Hausa, the former governor who appointed…
KDSG Appoints Muhammadu Sanusi II Into KADIPA Board
The Kaduna State Government has announced the appointment of His Highness, Muhammadu Sanusi II into the board of KADIPA, its investment promotion agency. A statement from Sir Kashim Ibrahim House said that Malam Nasir El-Rufai has approved the reconstitution of the board of KADIPA. Established in 2015, KADIPA has led the investment drive of the…
BREAKING: UK Health Minister Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Health minister and Conservative MP Nadine Dorries has been diagnosed with coronavirus. Ms Dorries, the first MP to test positive, said she had taken all the advised precautions after finding out and has been self-isolating at home. This comes as a sixth person died from the virus in the UK, which has a total of…
BREAKING: Dethroned Emir Sanusi Heads To Court
Deposed Kano Emir Muhammad Sanusi II has vowed to challenge his dethronement and banishment in court. His lawyer, Abubakar Mahmoud (SAN), declared this in a briefing few minutes ago in Abuja. He said the restriction of the Emir’s movement and his dethronement were unlawful and gross violation of his human rights.
Presidency Recovers Over N3.8bn From NDDC Contractors, Directors
President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday in Abuja said law enforcement agencies have recovered over N3.7billion as well as various assets worth billions of Naira from contractors and former directors of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The President disclosed this at the inauguration of NDDC Advisory Committee, comprising the 9 Governors of the Niger Delta Region…
LASTMA Reprimands Unprofessional Attitude Exhibited By One Of Its Officers
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has condemned the unruly behaviour of one of its traffic officers trending online in a video showing an altercation with a commercial bus conductor at Maryland, Lagos. The General Manager, LASTMA, Mr. Olajide Oduyoye, stated that the rules of engagement for all officers with members of the public…
Dethroned Sanusi Accepts His Fate, Bids Farewell Message
The dethroned Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi ii, has said that his removal is nothing new because every power is transient except that of God. “The throne of an emir is not permanent, every king and leader should know this, If it were a permanent throne, I wouldn’t have been the emir of Kano”, Sanusi…
Alhaji Bayero Is Now The New Emir Of Kano
Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero has been announced as the new emir of Kano. The Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Usman Alhaji made the announcement today, hours after Muhammadu Sanusi ll was dethroned.
Kano Government Removes Sanusi As Emir Of Kano
The Kano State government has removed the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, from office. The Secretary to the State Government, Usman Alhaji, announced this on Monday at the State Executive Council meeting which held at the Government House in Kano. Alhaji explained that the state government took the decision to remove the traditional ruler…
“We Feel Your Pain” – LASG to Motorists, Residents
The Lagos State Government has expressed appreciation to residents for their perseverance during the ongoing road rehabilitation and construction works that have led to traffic congestion in some areas across the State. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Works and Infrastructure, Engineer Aramide Adeyoye, while reviewing some road projects at the weekend, appealed to…
Breaking News: Nigeria Confirms Second Case Of Coronavirus
The Federal Ministry of health has announced the confirmation of a second case of #COVID19 in Nigeria. The Hon. Minister for health, Osagie Emmanuel Ehanire made this announcement on Monday 09, 2020, to alert the general public of government response and encourage ideal sanitation and awareness while the government sustains its pro active measures to…
David Oyedipo Describes Buhari Government As Most Wicked In Nigeria’s History
The Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide also known as Winners Chapel , Bishop David Oyedepo , has described the regime of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari ( retd .) , as the worst in the history of Nigeria . Oyedepo said this on Sunday while delivering a sermon during the second service…
Aisha Buhari Registers 639 Students For 2020 JAMB, WAEC, NECO Exams In Adamawa
Wife of the President, Mrs Aisha Buhari, has trained and registered 639 out-of-school children to sit for 2020 JAMB, WAEC and NECO examinations in Adamawa. Dr Nasiru Sani, the Lead Project Coordinator, Youths Educational Empowerment Programme of Future Assured Foundation, disclosed this in interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Yola. Sani…
Sanwo-Olu Raises LASTMA 2020 Revenue Target By 150%
…..Agency to generate N1.5b, up from 2019 N600m Lagos State Government has raised the 2020 revenue target of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) by about 150 per cent. Findings by The Guardian revealed that the revenue target for LASTMA in the last two years, 2018 and 2019, had stood at about N600 million…
Nigerian MMA Fighter Adesanya Retains Undisputed UFC Middleweight Title
On Sunday morning, Nigeria’s Israel Adesanya, 30, defeated Yoel Romero by unanimous decision in the UFC 248, technically beating the 42 year old Cuban fighter 48-47 x2, 49-46 on points to retain the World UFC Middleweight championship title of the world. UFC lovers very well know that Adesanya and Romero are the two most unpredictable…
Peterside Expresses Shock Over His Removal From Office By Presidency
The former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside, appeared shocked by the reality of his sudden removal from office, just as his close aides have continued to lament the development. President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, 5th of March 2020, approved the appointment of Bashir Jamoh to replace Peterside,…