The Nigeria Labour Congress appears resilient and ready not to back out from the intended industrial action proposed to kick off on Monday. In a communique on Friday by its General Secretary, Comrade Emmanuel Ugboaja, the NLC asked its members across the nation to come out in large numbers to protest the increase in fuel…
Month: September 2020
Sanwo-Olu Approves Construction Of 250 Roads, 23 Power Projects
Lagos State Government on Friday flagged off the construction of 250 roads and 23 power projects in various parts of the State. Babajide Sanwo-Olu said it is a step taken in keeping with its “promises made during the electioneering campaign. His Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile, in a statement titled,“Sanwo-Olu flags off construction of 377…
Ogudu Alleged Police Video: Police Recovers Charms, Indian Hemp From Occupants
The Lagos State Police command has come across a trending video alleging the police attached to Ogudu Area command of Lagos State of harassment, excessive use of power and attempted extortion, released by some young men today, Friday, 25th September, 2020. The Command wishes to debunk the allegations and urge the general public to regard…
BREAKING: Governor Fayemi Suspended From The APC
Another political drama ensued on Friday when the State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State issued a statement suspending Governor Kayode Fayemi for activities found to be detrimental to the party’s objective. Governor Fayemi was suspended due to “his numerous anti-party activities, especially his role in the recently concluded governorship…
Governor Bello Expresses Shock Over Fatal Tanker Explosion In Kogi
The Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello has expressed shock over the unfortunate fatal tanker explosion which took place in the early hours of Wednesday 23, September, around the Felele area of Lokoja metropolis. In a statement sent to LagosspyNG by Onogwu Muhammed, Chief Press Secretary, the Governor is saddened to learn of the tragic loss…
Lawmakers In Lagos To Address Cultism Menace With Newly Proposed Bill
Lawmakers at the Lagos State Assembly has identified new modalities to curb the incessant cultism and unlawful societies with a newly proposed bill. The bill entitled; “A Bill For A Law To Provide For The Prohibition of Unlawful Societies And Cultism In Lagos State And For Other Connected Purposes,” went through public hearing on Thursday…
[UPDATED] 30 Injured, 23 Buildings Destroyed In Lagos Gas Tanker Explosion
The gas explosion which occurred at Iju Ishaga, Lagos State on Thursday, at least, had 30 persons injured and 23 building burnt. LagosspyNG had reported earlier providing a scanty details of the fatal incident. However, providing a more detailed report, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency LASEMA said in a statement on Friday that the total number…
Anambra Police Command Apprehend Two Suspects Involved In Child Stealing
Anambra Police Command have intercepted an almost successful child theft operation and arrested the perpetrators of the dastardly act. The Police through an intelligent report apprehended one Chijioke Chukwulota aged 31years of Imo State but resides at Uruagu village, Nnewi . According to reports, the suspect lured his ex-girl friend whom he allegedly impregnated and…
LASCOPA Seals Warehouse For Repacking Expired Products
Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has sealed Canvest Nigeria Limited warehouse, located at Plot 4, Cocoa Industrial Road, Ogba, Ikeja, for repackaging unwholesome and expired curry powder with the name Chinchilli and Ducross for sale. According to the General Manager,Kemi Olugbode, the enforcement team discovered thousands of expired products stored in cartons, while some…
[BREAKING] Gas Tanker Explodes In Lagos, As Many Get Injured
A tanker transporting gas exploded on Thursday in the Ifako-Ijaiye area of Lagos with many persons sustaining burn injuries. Director-General of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency said efforts are being made to put out the resulting fire from the explosion, Channels Television reports.
President Buhari Explains How CAMA Act Will Help Nigeria Fight Corruption
President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday explained that the recently passed Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020 (CAMA) in Nigeria will enhance transparency and corporate accountability in the fight against corruption. President Buhari spoke in a video message presented at the Open Government Partnership (OGP) 2020 Virtual Leaders’ Summit on the sidelines of the 75th Session of…
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BREAKING: Ize-Iyamu Denies Pleading With Obaseki To Return To APC
The Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in in the last Edo election Osagie Ize-Iyamu has has denied telling Governor Obakei to return to the APC. ’I have not addressed media professionals after last Saturday’s poll won by Governor Godwin Obaseki of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ’ he said. In a statement…
LASG Seals 21 Illegal, Substandard Pharmacies, Patent Medicine Stores
Lagos State Taskforce on Counterfeit Drugs and Unwholesome Processed Foods for offences bordering on illegal operations and operating beyond the scope of practice shut some medicine stores in the state. At least 21 Pharmacies, Patent Medicine shops and unlicensed premises at Alakuko, Ajegunle, Ologogoro, Ijaiye, Abule-Egba, Agbado and Agege in Alimosho, Ifako-Ijaiye and Agege Local…
Odumosu Orders Trial Of Officer Caught Taking Bribe From Motorist
The Commissioner of Police , Lagos State Command, CP Hakeem Odumosu, has ordered for the immediate orderly room trial of Inspector Joseph Dike attached to Aguda Division of Lagos State on Wednesday. The police chief was distressed by the manner in which the inspector was caught in a widely circulated picture extorting a motorcyclist at…
LASG Graduates 2,252 Students From 18 Skill Acquisition Centres
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended for the efforts put out in training the 2,252 students who graduated today from 18 different Skill Acquisition Centres. The students who took advantage of the free opportunities provided by the Lagos State Government had their graduation ceremony and the Governor was present to cheer them up. Sanwo-Olu…
Buhari Condoles Ex-Governor Fayose Over Death Loss
President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with former Governor of Ekiti, Ayo Fayose, over the sad loss of his immediate elder sister, Mrs Moji Ladeji. The president’s condolence message is conveyed in a statement by Mr Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, in Abuja on Wednesday. Buhari prayed God’s comfort…
FG Orders Reduction In Price Of fertilizer
The Federal Government has ordered the reduction of the cost of fertilizer from N5,500 to N5,000 naira per bag. made the announcement while briefing State House reporters in Abuja after the council met with the Chief of Staff to the President, Professor Ibrahim Gambari on Tuesday September 22. The Federal Government’s decision to reduce the…
LASG Assures Providing Free Legal Services To Awaiting Trial Prisoners
The Lagos State Government has reassured providing free legal representation to awaiting trial inmates of Correctional Centres during their court appearances. The Director, Directorate of Citizens Rights, Oluwatoyin Odusanya, said the DCR, in conjunction with the Office of the Public Defender (OPD) and the Community Service Unit (CSU), will ensure that awaiting trial inmates have…
Real Story Behind The Trendy Video Of Police Brutality On Civilian In Igando
The Lagos State Police Command has urged the general public to regard the video clip showing how an officer was applying brutality in an attempt to arrest a civilian in Igando area of the State. The video clip had generated lots of criticisms on the Police, as the general public believe that enforcing an arrest…