Chadwick Boseman, the lead actor in the popular movie” Black Panther” is dead. The actor had been combatting colon cancer since 2016 and died at home with his family and wife by his side, according to a statement posted on his Twitter account. He was 43, his publicist, Nicki Fioravante said in a statement. “A…
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Gov. Sanwo-Olu Commiserates With Families Of Helicopter Crash
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sent out his condolences to families, friends and associates of the victims of the disastrous helicopter crash in Opebi, Lagos. In a condolence message signed on his behalf by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile on Friday, Governor Sanwo-Olu promised that his Government would work with all the…
BREAKING: Helicopter Crash Kills Two, Injure One In Lagos
Two persons have died and leaving one injured in a helicopter crash around Opebi area of Lagos State on Friday. According to the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Gboyega Akosile, the injured victim has been taken to the hospital, while the dead bodies have been deposited at the mortuary.
[BREAKING] NUJ In Akwa Ibom Shuns Fani-Kayode’s Press Conference
The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Akwa Ibom State has instructed its members not to attend the press conference planned for Femi Fani-Kayode, a Former Minister of Aviation. In a statement on Friday, the State Chapter directed journalists not to attend any activity organised by the former minister. LagosspyNG had reported how the Ex-Minister…
LASG Announces Traffic Diversion On Ojota/Ikorodu
The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion on the Ojota axis of Lagos-Ikorodu Road due to the ongoing rehabilitation work. A statement seen by LagospyNG reveals that reconstruction works will be on in next four weeks, effective from 6.00 am on Saturday, 28th August, to Friday, 25th September 2020. According to a statement…
Lagos Generates N432.6 Billion In 6 Months Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration has recorded 81percent of expected revenue during the first half of the year, which is N432.6billion, amid the scourge of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Sam Egube, revealed this on Thursday during the 2019/2020 Annual Press Week Lecture of the Lagos State Governor’s Office Correspondents (LAGOCO)….
LASTMA Debunks Reports On Stealing Motorist’s Car Brainbox
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), has denied a media reports indicating that a man’s Toyota Corolla Saloon brainbox got missing within LASTMA premises after his arrest on Thursday, 20th August 2020. According to the General Manager Olajide Oduyoye, Godspower Osaze Ohamen failed to produce his Driver’s Licence for identification until he appeared on the television…
Sanwo-Olu Swears In Olakanle As New Onigbongbo LCDA Chairman
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday sworn-in Hon. Oladotun Olakanle as the new Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in the State. Governor Sanwo-Olu urged Hon. Olakanle to prioritise the welfare of the people and always be guided by the principles of transparency, accountability and probity in the management of public…
Buhari Sacks Charles Dokubo, Appoints Dikio As Amnesty Coordinator
The Coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Charles Dokubo, got sacked, President Muhammadu Buhari. The Presidential Spokesman, Garba Shehu, revealed this in a statement on Thursday. He also announced that Milland Dikio has been appointed as interim coordinator of the programme. “President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Col. Milland Dixion Dikio (rtd) as Interim…
ICPC Arrests 25 VIO, FRSC Officers For Drivers’ License Fraud
25 Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIOs) have been arrested by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) over alleged drivers’ licence and vehicle particulars’ fraud. Officials from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Motor Vehicle Licencing Authority (MVLA) who were involved in this offense were also arrested. The Spokesperson for the Commission, Mrs Azuka Ogugua, disclosed…
BREAKING: Adesina Re-elected As President of the African Development Bank
Akinwunmi Adesina was on Thursday re-elected as the President of the African Development Bank for another five-year tenure, according to reports. Recall that Adesina had spoke ahead of the election during the opening ceremony of the virtual annual meetings of the Board of Governors and Shareholders of the AfDB, which is being hosted in Abidjan,…
Lagos Taskforce Murdered Bus Driver and Conductor at Abule-Egba
Two commercial motorists on Wednesday, were murdered by officials of the Lagos State Taskforce at Emmanuel Bus Stop, Abule- Egba following a disagreement over traffic offense. According to reports gathered by LagosspyNG, the victims, a commercial bus driver and his conductor, were allegedly shot by the officials for yet to be ascertained reasons. An eyewitness…
Nigeria’s Economy Performed Better Than US, UK In 2nd quarter – Presidency
Nigeria’s economy performed better than United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany and others in the second quarter of 2020, Presidency said on Wednesday. Recall that the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) had said the nation’s Gross Domestic Product, GDP declined by –6.10% (year-on-year) in real terms in the second quarter of 2020, ending the 3-year…
BREAKING: Access Bank In Lagos Gutted By Fire
A branch of Access Bank in Adetokunbo Ademola street in the Victoria Island area of Lagos gutted fire on Wednesday. In a tweet seen by LagsospyNG, the bank confirmed the incidence saying no fatality was recorded. It said fire protocols have been activated and personnel have been moved to safety. “There has been a fire…
LASG To Review Process Of Issuing State Of Origin Documents
Lagos State Government said it will soon commence the review process for issuing State of Origin documents to individuals, just as specific steps will be mapped out to follow due process before the documents are given to anyone. The Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Engr. Tayo, Bamgbose-Martinswho disclosed this during a meeting…
BREAKING: FFK Bows To Pressure, Tenders Apology To Daily Trust Journalist
Ex-Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has apologised to Eyo Charles, the Daily Trust journalist whom he attacked at a press conference. LagosspyNG had reported how Fani-Kayode, verbally abused at Charles before ending a briefing in Calabar, Cross River state. Charles had asked him if his recent trips were being sponsored. In a statement shared via his Twitter…
NUJ Condemns Fani-Kayode’s Verbal Abuse On Daily Trust Reporter
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Tuesday condemned the former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani Kayode for verbally abusing a reporter in Calabar, Cross River State. During a press conference in Calabar, a Daily Trust Newspaper journalist, Eyo Charles had asked the former Minister if his recent tour was been sponsored by a…
Notorious Laptop and Phone Robber Arrested In Lagos
One notorious laptop and phone robber, Tope Oladiran, has been arrested by the Nigeria Police Zone 2 Command. According to reports, the suspect was arrested through native intelligence in Akute axis of Lagos, where he was relaxing in an hotel. Oladiran, 40, has no fixed address but goes about Ikorodu looking for whose phone or…
BREAKING: Veteran Broadcaster, John Momoh Appointed As Unilag Council Chairman
The owner of Channels TV, John Momoh has been appointed by the Federal Government as the Chairman ad Interim of the University of Lagos Governing Council. LagosspyNG on Monday had reported that the Senate elected Prof Folashade Ogunsola as acting VC. According to reports gathered, Momoh’s first task is the ratification of the election of a…
Nigeria Police Puts On Hold Entry Requirement For Candidates
The Nigeria Police said it has suspended entry requirements for applicants who wished to join the Nigeria Police Force as constables. The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu in a signal dated August 24 directed that no candidate should be disqualified irrespective of their physical appearance, age and qualification. The Force is currently recruiting 10,000 constables…