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Vows to sanction defaulting contractors The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has clarified the payment structure of street sweepers, who play vital roles in maintaining a clean and healthy environment in the state. The clarification followed a trending video of an alleged shortchange of sweepers by private companies contracted by the state to manage the programme. According to a statement in reaction to the viral video of a street sweeper, alleging that she was paid N30,000 monthly against an agreed sum of N85,000, the management of LAWMA expressed its commitment to workers’ welfare. The management stressed that it oversees…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin, who emerged as the best graduating students of the University of Lagos during its 55th convocation, as the state’s education ambassadors. The governor also presented them with cheques of N10m each in recognition of their academic excellence. Receiving them at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, the state capital, on Friday, Abiodun commended their exceptional achievement of attaining a 5.0 Grade Point Average, stating that they had not only made the state proud but also set themselves on the path of greatness. The governor said, “I want to commend…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored a hat-trick for Galatasaray in their 4-0 bashing of Antalyaspor at Rams Park on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has been on fire this season and he continued with his brilliance when Galatasaray welcomed Antalyaspor to Istanbul. The Lions had drawn their last four games across all competitions and they needed to return to winning ways. The Super Eagles star led the line for the reigning Turkish champions and they started the game on fire. Galatasaray had some near looks at goal, with….

The Inter-Party Advisory Council of Nigeria (IPAC), on Friday, announced a strategic partnership with the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation for the production of Unbroken: Two and a Half Decades, a documentary highlighting 25 years of uninterrupted democratic governance in Nigeria. It said that the council, as the umbrella body of all political parties in Nigeria, will coordinate the film’s content, ensuring a balanced portrayal of Nigeria’s democratic history. Speaking at a joint press conference in Abuja, IPAC National Chairman, Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, emphasized the significance of the documentary in chronicling Nigeria’s democratic evolution since the inception…

The Osun Amotekun Corps has debunked claims of fatalities during the ongoing recruitment training, affirming that all applicants who experienced health issues were treated and are currently recovering. The security outfit also refuted allegations of political bias in its recent recruitment exercise, describing the claims as malicious and baseless. Speaking at a press conference at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Ede, Osun State, on Friday, the Board Chairman of the Corps, AIG Wale Abass (Rtd), revealed that those who were unconscious during the training are now recovering. Abass also insisted that the recruitment process was transparent and merit-based,…

The Federal Government has announced its commitment to support a documentary that will chronicle Nigeria’s 25 years of unbroken democracy. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the pledge while receiving the executive members of the Inter-Party Advisory Council in Abuja on Friday. This was contained in a statement signed by the Director of Press, Public Relations and Protocol of the ministry, Suleiman Haruna. PUNCH Online reports that Nigeria transitioned from military to civilian rule in 1999. Idris hailed the proposed documentary, an initiative by IPAC, as a vital account of the country’s democratic journey over the…

South Africa U-17 women’s head coach Ntombifuthi Khumalo acknowledges the immense challenge his side faces as they prepare for their decisive second-leg clash against Nigeria in the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The Bantwana suffered a 3-1 defeat in Pretoria in the first leg, leaving them with an uphill battle in the return fixture in Nigeria. However, Khumalo remains hopeful of an upset that could see South Africa advance to the final qualifying round. Nigeria’s Flamingos. Photo Credit X Nigeria’s Flamingos in command after first leg The fixture was always going to be a stern test…

Lara Adejoro The Federal Government has said that the implementation of financial autonomy at the local level should lead to improved healthcare delivery rather than create administrative obstacles. This statement was made at the National Stakeholder Engagement on Accelerating Improvement in Primary Health Care in Nigeria with Local Government Financial Autonomy, held in Abuja. Speaking at the meeting, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate, said collaboration was critical in advancing primary healthcare in Nigeria, and financial autonomy for local governments must be adapted in a way that preserved and enhanced service delivery. Pate noted that…

Wizard Chan has a new single titled “Flako,” featuring rapper Odumodublvck. Produced by Mr Sou, “Flako” carries a mix of confidence, reflection, and streetwise energy. The singer, who was nominated for Songwriter of the Year at the 17th Headies Awards for “Stages of Life,” delivers a track about staying sharp, knowing your purpose, and not letting anyone mess with your vibe. He opens with lines like, “Ọmọ the swag is fire. No man dares off my burning fire. Sound wey dey fill with pain dem go hear am. Ṣe make I feed your ears burning fire.” Odumodublvck steps in with…

2 hours ago The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the release of the voter register for the Rivers State local government elections set for August 9, 2025. The approval came in response to a formal request from the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RISIEC), which cited provisions of the Electoral Act and a recent Supreme Court… 11 hours ago A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Liadi Tella, has dismissed the swelling coalition of opposition politicians against the second term aspiration of President Bola Tinubu as nothing but an exercise in futility. 1 day…