The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has reported a significant road traffic accident involving an LT commercial bus and a T4 commercial bus at Iyana-Era, inward Agbara, along the Mile 2-Badagry Expressway. Preliminary findings indicate that the T4 commercial bus, bearing registration number LSD 668 YE, was traveling at an excessive speed toward Agbara when its braking system failed. This mechanical malfunction led to a rear-end collision with an LT commercial bus (BDG 728 YE), which was stationary while loading passengers at Iyana-Iba bus stop. In a commendable demonstration of rapid response, LASTMA officials successfully rescued five severely injured…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
On this Christmas Day, Primate Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has shared a heartfelt message calling on Christians worldwide to reflect on the true essence of Christmas — love. In his message, Ayodele emphasizes the significance of the birth of Jesus Christ as a profound symbol of God’s undying love, mercy, and the ultimate gift to humanity. “Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whose life and sacrifice brought salvation and redemption to all of humanity,” Primate Ayodele said. “It is a moment to remember God’s great love for…
As the world embraces the joy and warmth of the Christmas season, Adron Homes and Properties, Nigeria’s foremost real estate company, has extended heartfelt greetings to its esteemed customers while reaffirming its commitment to addressing the nation’s housing challenges. In a message of gratitude and celebration, Adron Homes expressed deep appreciation to its customers for their trust and loyalty throughout 2024. The company highlighted its unwavering dedication to making incredible housing affordable for all Nigerians, in line with its mission of reducing the country’s housing deficit. “Christmas is a time to celebrate family, unity, and gratitude,” the statement read. “As…
On behalf of the good people of Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency, I, Hon. Akin Alabi, Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Works, extend my congratulations to His Excellency, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, PhD, CON, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on the joyous occasion of his 75th birthday. As the Chairman of The Only Functional Political Party in Nigeria, Dr Ganduja has displayed unparalleled political wizardry and sagacity, which have been instrumental in driving the success of the APC. The achievements recorded under his chairmanship stand as a testament to his vision, strategic leadership, and dedication to the progressive ideals…
Christmas message delivered through his media aide, Hameed Mustapha Ramadan, Hon. Akin Alabi, the representative of Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, Chairman of the House committee on works, extended warm greetings to his constituents, urging them to embrace the spirit of peace, unity, and love this festive season. Hon. Alabi emphasized that Christmas is not just a time for celebration but also an opportunity to reflect on the values that bind the community together. “This season reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, compassion, and humility as exemplified by the birth of Jesus Christ. Let us, as a constituency, continue to…
In the spirit of the festive season, Senator Yunus Akintunde has extended felicitations to all Christian faithful in the celebration of Christmas marking the birth of Christ. In a statement released to the media through Kunle Olatunji the Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Senator Akintunde, he further enjoined on the need to ensure the prevalence of love and kindness towards humanity. “I share in the joy of the celebration of Christmas with our brothers and sisters while I like to emphasize that we must not lose the symbolic spirit of love which is the essence of Christ birth…
A Chief Magistrate Court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, has ordered the remand of three key figures in connection with last week’s tragic stampede at Bashorun Islamic High School. The individuals include Mr. Abdullahi Fasasi, the school’s principal; Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, the proprietor of Agidigbo FM; and Naomi Silekunola, the estranged wife of Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ile Ife. Presided over by Chief Magistrate Olabisi Ogunkanmi, the court’s ruling came on Tuesday, following their arraignment by the Oyo State Police Command. The proceedings took place under heightened security, with a crowd of family members and interested parties gathered outside…
Ademola Adepoju (omooba) The plight of vulnerable individuals often goes unnoticed, but organisations like Folusoomosebi Care Foundation are making a difference in the lives of those in need. Recently, two beneficiaries of the foundation’s generosity shared their stories. A Blind Artisan’s Struggle and Dreams of SightMr Abdullahi Olamide Oladimeji, a 31-year-old visually impaired artisan, recounted his harrowing journey. In March 2018, after completing his studies in Cargo Distribution and Shipping at Ghana Regional Maritime University, he returned to Nigeria to start a career at the Nigerian Ports Authority in Apapa. However, his life took a drastic turn when a seemingly…
Hon. Akin Alabi, the member representing Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, has expressed deep sympathy over the devastating fire outbreak that occurred on Monday at the Bovas petrol station in Olukunle, Olodo, Ibadan. In a statement issued by his media aide, Hameed Mustapha Ramadan, Hon. Alabi described the incident as tragic and unfortunate, while commending the prompt efforts of emergency responders in containing the situation. “We are deeply saddened by the tragic fire outbreak at the Bovas petrol station in Olodo, which has left destruction and hardship in its wake,” the statement read. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims…
On December 20, 2024, at approximately 0720 hours, a kind-hearted individual brought an 8-year-old boy, Master Divine Chisimdi Onyejiaka, a pupil of St. Raphael Nursery/ Primary School Okpoko in Ogbaru LGA to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra State Command Headquarters in Awka. The child is about 3 feet tall, fair in complexion with no tribal mark. Master Onyejiaka, a resident of Okpoko was found wandering in Awka without any specified destination. Preliminary investigations have revealed that Master Divine Chisimdi Onyejiaka allegedly ran away from home after being disciplined by his mother, Mrs. Nnenna Onyejiaka. However, the…