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The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has commenced its series of stakeholder engagements across the state, kicking off in Ikorodu division, with a firm commitment to delivering a credible and inclusive local government election on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This inaugural forum marks the beginning of LASIEC’s outreach across all five administrative divisions of Lagos (Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, Lagos Island, and Epe). Chairman of LASIEC, Justice Bola Okikiolu-Ighile, addressed a diverse audience including political party representatives, civil society organizations, youth groups, persons with disabilities, security agencies, traditional and religious leaders, market associations, and media personnel. She emphasised the Commission’s…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe A leading Nigerian gynaecologist, Prof. Ernest Orji, has identified poverty as a major factor contributing to the high maternal mortality rate in the country. According to Orji, many women die during childbirth because their families are unwilling or unable to afford the costs associated with delivery. The physician stressed the need for families to save for delivery, adding that it significantly reduces maternal deaths by ensuring access to quality care, transportation to facilities, and preparedness for potential complications. The gynaecologist noted that a well-prepared birth plan, including savings for essential needs, could improve outcomes and reduce stress during…

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has slammed the former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, for suggesting he would soon dump the APC for the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Ganduje reaffirmed his steadfast loyalty to the APC. Lamido claimed that the APC would soon disintegrate and that those who previously left the PDP, including Ganduje, would return. However, Ganduje said rather than him going to the PDP, the APC will soon receive Sule Lamido into its fold. In a statement issued by his chief press secretary, Edwin Olofu, in Abuja,…

Former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, has declared readiness to support President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027, foreclosing insinuations that her husband, Goodluck, may be drafted to re-contest under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the next general elections. The former First Lady ruled out any return to Aso Rock Villa, but said she will campaign alongside Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the wife of the incumbent President, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Mrs. Jonathan also insisted on the principle of rotational leadership, describing the “turn-by-turn” model as essential for national unity. She disclosed this while acknowledging…

The theft of a solar battery powering the traffic lights near the Alausa area of Lagos has heightened concerns over the rising rate of criminal activities targeting public property in the state. Recently, there have been reports of criminals looting construction sites, stealing iron rods, or removing roofs from buildings under construction. However, the removal of the traffic light battery near the government house in Lagos has raised alarm, particularly given its proximity to police presence. A video posted on X shows a man expressing his anger over the theft of the traffic light battery at the front gate of…

Professor Chris Piwuna of the University of Jos has emerged as the new President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). He takes over from Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke. The Guardian reports that with this development, Prof. Piwuna becomes the 14th President of the Union. The announcement followed the union’s 23rd National Delegates Congress, which recently concluded at the University of Benin in Benin City, Edo State. The keenly contested election saw Professor Piwuna defeating his opponent, Professor Adamu Babayo from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi. Professor Piwuna’s assumption of the ASUU presidency comes at a critical time for…

Youth leaders in the Central Senatorial District of Cross Rivers State have commended Governor Bassey Edet Otu for his strides in infrastructure development across the Senatorial District. The commendation came as the youth leaders passed a vote of no confidence on the Senator representing the district, Eteng Williams, for what they called ‘poor performance and lack of effective representation.” Speaking during the youth leaders and stakeholders meeting held at the weekend, Mbeh Sagas Etta, the Community Relations Officer (Ikom 1 Constituency) to the Governor, while commending the Otu for his strides in infrastructure development, including road construction and hospital rehabilitation…

LASIEC can’t conduct elections in 37 LCDAs, says YP chairmanship candidate, AdioControversies have erupted within the Lagos State All Progressives Congress (APC) over the just-concluded chairmanship primaries ahead of the June 12 council elections, as aggrieved groups have alleged widespread imposition of candidates. The APC’s electoral committee had earlier cleared 432 chairmanship aspirants from a total of 470 nominees for the primary election. At the end of the exercise, 55 chairmanship candidates emerged victorious, including relatives of prominent party figures, such as the deputy governor’s sibling and the son of former Minister of Works, Segun Ogunlewe. The primary election, held…

Janet Ogundepo Reproductive health experts have confirmed that it is biologically possible for an 18-year-old boy to impregnate 10 girls within five months. They, however, described the situation as unusual. This follows a recent case in Anambra State involving a teenage apprentice accused of impregnating multiple girls, including his master’s daughter and salesgirl. The case, which is under the scrutiny of the Anambra State Ministry of Women and Social Welfare, has raised serious concerns about adolescent sexual behaviour and potential exploitation. The case further raised the question of how the teenager could successfully convince the girls to have sex with…

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has revealed the real reason behind his on-pitch confrontation with manager Nuno Espirito Santo, Soccernet.ng reports. Yesterday, a video circulating on social media showed the Greek business tycoon expressing his frustration with the former Wolves coach following their 2-2 draw against Leicester City. However, the Greek businessman later clarified the events in a statement released via his official social media channels. “Today is a day for celebration, because after thirty years Nottingham Forest is now guaranteed to be competing on the European stage once again, a promise I made to our supporters when we achieved…