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Motorists on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway are facing severe delays following two separate accidents on major bridges connecting Lagos with the southwestern hinterland. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued warnings urging drivers to exercise caution. The first incident occurred on the Otedola Bridge, inward Berger, involving five vehicles. LASTMA reported that emergency responders were on site to secure the scene and manage traffic flow. The accident caused significant congestion, with traffic backing up to the Ojota Bridge. A separate collision took place on Kara Bridge, inward Opic, involving eight vehicles. Tow trucks have been deployed to remove the…

The former Arsenal and Everton man has featured in the Premier League his entire career and has carved out his own legacy in the English top flight  Alex Iwobi has revealed that a powerful sense of cultural belonging, not footballing ambition, ultimately shaped his decision to represent Nigeria at international level, Soccernet.ng reports. It has been ten years since Iwobi turned his back on the Three Lions to represent the Super Eagles, despite progressing through England’s youth system and breaking into Arsenal’s first team. Born in Nigeria but raised in England, the former Arsenal midfielder was eligible to play for…

Xen Baynham-Herd, Head of Global Growth at Base at Coinbase, sees on-chain infrastructure not as a niche experiment but as the foundation of the next internet.Speaking about Base, Coinbase’s Layer-2 network, Baynham-Herd explains what success really means for Base, how the builder environment is maturing, and why user experience—not grants or hype—will determine who wins.What Success for Base Looks Like—and What Failure Would MeanIn an interview with CryptoNews, Baynham-Herd describes Base as a key piece in unlocking an on-chain future for the internet. In three to five years, success would mean that using on-chain applications feels as natural as using…

As part of efforts to spread joy and ease the burden on residents during the Christmas season, the Ogun State Government has distributed food palliatives to Christians in churches across the state. The initiative, aimed at supporting the less privileged and uplifting worshippers, was carried out across different denominations and communities. Beneficiaries described the gesture as timely and compassionate, particularly amid prevailing economic challenges. According to a Tuesday statement released by Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Information and Strategy, the programme was intended to bring festive cheer to residents. At the Cathedral Church of St. Peter,…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Tuesday offered a detailed explanation for his refusal to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, a position that has further exposed deepening political fault lines within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Makinde spoke during a media chat in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, where he reflected on his personal journey, political philosophy, and the growing divergence between him and key figures within his party, particularly the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Recounting his early professional life, the governor said his career trajectory had…

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has urged Governor Alex Otti to comply fully with the Supreme Court judgment granting local governments unfettered access to their statutory allocations. Ikonne made the call on Tuesday during an interview on Television Continental (TVC), where he stressed that local government councils constitute a critical tier of governance and should not be undermined. He also called on Governor Otti to work in concert with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure the effective implementation of local government autonomy, noting that the President has shown clear commitment to…

Eric Chelle has named his Super Eagles Lineup for the game against the Taifa Stars of Tanzania, and he has made some interesting selections… Galatasaray star Victor Osimhen and Fulham star Alex Iwobi are among the big names in Eric Chelle’s starting eleven for their AFCON 2025 opening fixture against Tanzania, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria need to secure all three points against Miguel Gamounda’s Tanzania at the Complexe Sportif de Fès to issue a statement of intent to other African nations in Morocco. While the Super Eagles need to be prolific in front of goal, they also must keep things tight…

Oluwanishola Ogudu, the first baby mama of Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, has revealed that she has been turning down numerous show invitations for their son, Boluwatife Balogun, popularly known as Champz. Ogudu made this known in a statement posted on her X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, explaining that the decision was based on her son’s age and the need to prioritise his development over premature exposure to live performances. “We want to say a Big Thank you for the countless show invitations and for considering Champz. Due to his age, we’re prioritising development over live performances for now, and have…

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has predicted further defections to the APC, noting that many politicians yet to join the ruling party were reassessing their political future. He urged the people of Rivers State to support the ruling party in forthcoming elections, saying that sustained electoral backing is critical to consolidating development and entrenching the party in the South-South. Basiru spoke at the commissioning of the Permanent Secretaries’ Quarters in Rivers State, where he congratulated Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the APC on what he described as the governor’s entry into the party. He…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the permanent forfeiture of a multi-billion naira expanse of lands approved for the Goodluck Jonathan Legacy Model Housing Estate to the Federal Government. Justice Mohammed Umar granted the motion on notice moved by Osuobeni Akponimisingha, counsel for the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), which was not opposed by the defence lawyer, Hassan Liman, SAN. Justice Umar directed the ICPC, on behalf of the Federal Government, to supervise the construction of the lands to completion of the 962 housing units as earlier proposed. The judge held that the supervision…