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Former Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, has voiced strong disapproval of the increasing trend of renaming streets in Lagos without acknowledging the historical significance and contributions of those originally honoured. Speaking at the public unveiling of Discover Lagos State: A History Puzzle Book (Volume 1) on Tuesday at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Fashola emphasized the importance of preserving historical records to maintain societal values and prevent the erasure of

The Federal Government is expected to generate approximately ₦796 billion annually from a newly introduced five per cent surcharge on both locally refined and imported petrol, as stipulated in the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, which takes effect from January 1, 2026. The surcharge, part of President Bola Tinubu’s broader tax reform strategy signed into law on June 26, 2025, is aimed at boosting non-oil revenue and ensuring fiscal sustainability in

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Deputy Controller-General Olumode Samuel Adeyemi as the new Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service. The appointment takes effect from August 14, 2025. The announcement was made by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Secretary, Major General A.M. Jibril (retd.), on behalf of the President. According to the statement, Olumode’s appointment comes as the

Members of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) under the Federal Health Institutions (FHI) Sector have commenced a seven-day warning strike starting Wednesday, firmly stating they will not suspend the industrial action even if the government initiates dialogue. According to the National Chairman, Morakinyo Rilwan, the association had issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Federal Government on July 14, 2025, urging immediate attention to critical issues affecting

Former Lagos State Governor and ex-Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola, has emphasized the importance of preserving the state's history to prevent distortion and uphold its cultural values, especially amid ongoing debates surrounding street naming in Lagos. Fashola made this call on Tuesday during the public unveiling of Discover Lagos State: A History Puzzle Book (Volume 1), held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island. Representing Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the event,

Petrol importers have begun selling the product below the price offered by Dangote Petroleum Refinery, sparking a fresh wave of competition in the market. This development comes as Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, calls on the Federal Government to halt fuel importation. Investigations revealed that certain filling stations in Lagos and Ogun states now offer petrol for under ₦860 per litre, whereas Dangote's partners—including MRS and Heyden—sell it between

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a young woman, Augustina Mowari, over the alleged killing of her boyfriend, Michael Ikuedowoni, during a domestic dispute in Okitipupa, the headquarters of Okitipupa Local Government Area. According to police reports, the incident occurred on Sunday after an argument between the couple escalated. Augustina reportedly stabbed Michael with a pair of scissors during the heated altercation, which was allegedly triggered

Hospitals across Nigeria are expected to experience significant disruptions starting Wednesday, as nurses under the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Federal Health Institutions (FHI) Sector, commence a seven-day nationwide warning strike. The industrial action will affect 74 federal health institutions, as well as various state hospitals and primary health centres. Services at federal medical centres, teaching hospitals, and specialist facilities are anticipated to be severely impacted. This