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In a recent announcement, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, unveiled the Federal Government’s plan to construct the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway at a cost of N4 billion per kilometer. This statement comes amidst debates over the project’s estimated cost, with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar claiming it would amount to N8 billion per kilometer. Minister…

In a notable moment during Eid-al-Fitr prayers in Lagos, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu delivered a compelling address, emphasizing the importance of unwavering faith in his administration and fostering a strong sense of patriotism among Nigerians. His direct engagement with citizens during religious celebrations underscores his dedication to transparent leadership and strengthens the connection between the…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a significant drug trafficking attempt at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. A 35-year-old woman, Chidinma Chinenye Agbazue, was apprehended while trying to export 20 parcels of cannabis sativa, weighing 10.70 kilograms, concealed within African salad and dried vegetables to Doha, Qatar. This operation,…

In a significant move against illegal alcohol production and distribution, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC’s) recently conducted a thorough enforcement operation at the bustling Trade Fair Complex in Lagos State. Led by NAFDAC’s Investigation & Enforcement Directorate, the operation uncovered a web of illicit activities involving the production and…

In a move against cybercrime, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has struck a significant blow against illicit online activities in Lagos. Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command apprehended 45 individuals suspected of involvement in internet fraud on Monday, March 11, 2024. The arrests were made in Ikorodu, Lagos, following meticulous intelligence gathering on…

The organized private sector has sounded the alarm over the escalating incidents of theft targeting trucks transporting food and essential materials. This worrisome trend has raised concerns among industry leaders, who warn that if left unchecked, it could lead to the suspension of operations for industries nationwide. Gabriel Idahosa, President of the Lagos Chamber of…