In an impressive demonstration of rapid action, Officers from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) successfully rescued a driver whose Lexus 470 Jeep overturned in the Alakija area of Mile 2, Lagos. The accident occurred after the vehicle veered off the road at high speed, reportedly due to brake failure. The driver, who miraculously escaped without injury, expressed his gratitude to the LASTMA Officers from Zone 5, Mile 2, for their quick and effective intervention. Security support was also provided by the Mile 2 Police Station throughout the rescue and evacuation operation. Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, General Manager of LASTMA,…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Adron Homes & Properties is excited to announce the official unveiling of the 7th edition of the Adron Games, tagged “Fit to Be the Biggest”. The 2024 edition is set to take place at the renowned Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, from November 29th-30th, 2024, marking the second time the city of Ibadan will host the prestigious sporting event. The Adron Games is a national platform designed to promote physical fitness, wellness, and community engagement through sports. Having previously held successful editions in Ogun and Lagos states, the 2024 edition is expected to attract over 10,000 athletes and fitness enthusiasts…
Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual church is a prophet on his own different league; no competition, no rivals and even though we have several prophets operating in the same ministry, Primate Ayodele has maintained his uniqueness beyond reasonable doubts, hereby standing him out among others. It’s not for pride or class but there is absolutely no one that has the unction, prowess, clarity, and words that Primate Ayodele possesses. His ministry is beyond the everyday prophecy, made huge, unattainable records and still smashed them with more manifestations of his unique prophetic ministry. For any nation, having a proven…
The Nigerian equity market gained N607bn in market capitalisation in the past week, on the back of buying interest in large-cap stocks like Access Corporation and MTN Nigeria. The All-Share Index appreciated by 1.06 per cent to close at 97,456.62, while the market capitalisation rose by 1.10 per cent to N56tn. All other indices closed higher, except for the Growth Index, which saw a depreciation of 0.03 per cent, while the Alternative Securities Market Index remained flat. The upward trend was driven by investor interest in major stocks, such as Access Corporation, which gained 2.39 per cent, and MTN Nigeria,…
A familiar name is back on the list of possible candidates for the next Governor of Lagos State: Gbenga Ashafa, the former Senator with a strong political network from Lagos East. The former two-term Senator, with a solid reputation within the All Progressives Congress (APC), is being touted as one of those with good chances to succeed Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Sanwo-Olu leaves office in May 2027 after the constitutionally allowed two-term. The politician, who has a large following in Lagos East, has neither shown interest in nor denied the position. Against claims that the 69-year-old does not have age on his…
A new Commissioner of Police, CP Ishola Olanrewaju Olawale, psc+, mnips has assumed duty as the 40th Commissioner of Police at the Lagos State Command. He takes over from CP Adegoke Fayoade, mni who has been promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police and since redeployed as AIG Zone 2 Headquarters, Onikan, Lagos. CP Ishola joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police in 1992. He holds a BSc in Geography and an MSc in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Ibadan. Amongst other trainings and educational pursuits, he has attended Tactical…
Popular Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele featured on King’s FM, Liberia on Monday, 16th of September, 2024 by 8pm (9pm Nigerian time). The internationally-recognized prophet will be hosted for an insightful interview session that would centre on Liberia as a nation, revelations for the country and the prophet’s ministry. According to Kings FM, Primate Ayodele was chosen to feature on arguably Liberia’s biggest radio station due to the uniqueness of his national and international prophecies. The station also revealed that Primate Ayodele would be discussing ECOWAS and African Union among other issues he would be touching during the interview. ‘’The…
Nestlé Nigeria reinforced its commitment to youth empowerment and skill development with the graduation of 20 young men and women from its Technical Training Centre (TTC) in Flowergate. This ceremony, marking the first-ever graduation at the Flowergate facility, is a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to equip Nigerian youth with essential technical skills. The Flowergate TTC, launched in 2023, is part of Nestlé Nigeria’s broader technical training initiative, which has been running since 2011. Since its inception, the program has seen over 200 young Nigerians successfully complete the rigorous 18-month curriculum. With the company investing over six billion…
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel It was a gathering of cultural display, displayed pride of origin as Igwe CC Nwokedi (The Eze Indigbo of Ijegun/ Ijedodo area of Lagos state) celebrated the third Iriji; Yam Festival in grand style. In the mood of celebrating Iriji year 2024 Eze Nwokedi affirmed to the media conferment of indigenous sons and daughters as tradition demands which led to the chieftaincy titles of High Chief Chibuzor Obidike ‘ (The Oyi of Oyi’ Ijegun Ijeododo), High Chief Obiora Okonkwo ‘ (Ozo Igbo Ndu Guruguru)’, Chief Udegbe Sylvester Chioma ‘ (Ozuo ome 1 of Ijegun Ijeododo), High Chief…
A tragic and fatal head-on collision involving two Mazda commercial buses (LND 624 YE / EKY 804 YH) occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje, en route to Iyana-Oworonsoki, resulting in one fatality and leaving eight others grievously injured. The harrowing incident, which unfolded as both buses recklessly engaged in a high-speed chase from Adeniji Adele serves as a stark reminder of the catastrophic consequences of irresponsible driving practices. Swift intervention by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) facilitated the rapid rescue of eight passengers, all of whom suffered severe fractures. The injured were immediately transported to Gbagada…