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Two Feared Dead in Fresh Cult Clashes in Lagos

Tension has gripped residents of Lakowe and Sangotedo communities in Lagos following suspected cult clashes that reportedly claimed two lives over the weekend. The first incident occurred on Saturday at Orita Adeba, near Lakowe Bus Stop, where a young man was hacked to death in what residents believe was a reprisal attack. Witnesses said the assailants, suspected to be members of the Aye confraternity, used machetes on the victim and cut off his right wrist before abandoning his body by

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Lagos Slashes Minimum Land Size for Estate Development to 5,000sqm

The Lagos State Government has cut the minimum land size required for estate development from 10,000 square metres to 5,000 square metres. Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, announced the policy shift during the ministry’s maiden Quarterly Media Parley at Alausa. According to him, the adjustment reflects current realities in Lagos, where rapid population growth and urbanisation are driving higher demand for housing. “Some of the promoters of the 176 non-complying estates published in August have

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Sport

Ogazi: Officials Forced Me to Run 400m Despite Injury

Teenage sprint sensation Samuel Ogazi has revealed that Nigerian officials compelled him to compete in the men’s 400m at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, despite carrying a hamstring injury. The 19-year-old, making his World Championships debut, clocked 45.97s to finish fifth in heat three, well below his personal best of 44.41s. The race was won by American Jacory Patterson in a swift 43.90s, with Jamaica’s Rusheen McDonald (44.38s) and Italy’s Edoardo Scotti (44.45s) claiming the automatic qualifying spots.

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Politics

Obi Visits Olubadan-Designate, Calls for Love and National Unity

Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians across ethnic, religious, and political lines to embrace love and unity as a foundation for building a better nation. Obi made the call on Sunday during a courtesy visit to the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, at his Bodija residence in Ibadan, Oyo State. Speaking during the visit, Obi congratulated the former governor on his forthcoming installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, describing him as

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Entertainment News

Mr Eazi Sparks Reactions Over Tiny Meal Portion After Wedding to Temi Otedola

Afrobeat star and entrepreneur, Tosin Ajibade, better known as Mr Eazi, has set social media buzzing after revealing what his meals have looked like since marrying Temi Otedola, daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola. The couple, who recently disclosed to Vogue that their wedding spanned three countries — a court wedding in Monaco (May 9), a traditional ceremony in Dubai (July 5), and a white wedding in Iceland (August) — have continued to enjoy attention online. In a playful Snapchat post

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News

Lagos Govt Halts Six-Storey Building Project Over Safety Violations

The Lagos State Government has ordered the suspension of work on a six-storey building under construction at 28, Saka Tinubu Street, Victoria Island, citing safety breaches and risks to lives and property. The directive, issued by the Lagos State Safety Commission, comes barely two weeks after The PUNCH reported complaints from residents, who raised alarm over falling debris damaging nearby properties, cars, and endangering pedestrians. “Boulders and planks from the site have been dropping into adjoining compounds, wrecking windows, walls,

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Sport

Liverpool Boss Slot Urges Patience With Record Signing Isak

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has hailed new striker Alexander Isak as “maybe the best in the world,” but says fans will need patience as the club’s record £125m signing is eased back to full fitness. The Premier League champions swooped for the Swedish forward from Newcastle on transfer deadline day, smashing the British transfer record and pushing their summer outlay beyond £400m. Slot, however, warned that the 25-year-old — who has missed much of pre-season — will not be thrown

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Entertainment News

Young Jonn Explains Why He Can’t Commit to One Woman

Singer and producer Young Jonn has opened up about his relationship stance, admitting that he is not ready to settle down with one partner. Speaking on the Way Up podcast with Angela Yee, the 30-year-old revealed that while he values love, he prefers keeping his connections light and platonic rather than diving into a committed relationship. “Love is beautiful, but I’m not at a point where I can give that much of myself to a single person,” he said.“I don’t

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Entertainment News

Yemi Solade: “No Actress Bought a G-Wagon From Acting Alone”

Veteran Nollywood star Yemi Solade has sparked online debate after claiming that no Nigerian actress has ever bought a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon purely from acting income. In a recent interview, Solade argued that while Nollywood is thriving in visibility, the financial returns from acting alone are not nearly enough to fund such multi-million naira luxury purchases. “No actress can say she bought her G-Wagon from the money made from acting — because how much do they really earn? Acting alone cannot

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