Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted a 20,000-litre fuel tanker allegedly being used to transport 2,145 kilogrammes of cannabis hidden in a concealed compartment in Ondo State. The tanker, marked MKA 960 XC, was intercepted along the Akoko/Lokoja Expressway on Friday, September 4, 2026, after […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has facilitated the extradition of two Nigerian men to the United States over allegations of sexually extorting teenage boys in separate cases that investigators say ended in the deaths of two minors. The EFCC said Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle were […]
Lagos has stepped onto the global sporting stage as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu officially declared the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships open on Sunday, August 9, at Rugby School Nigeria, Atlantic City, Victoria Island. Welcoming athletes and officials from across the Commonwealth, Sanwo-Olu described sport as one of humanity’s greatest unifying forces. […]
Controversial TikTok personality DJ Chicken has reportedly been arrested following viral remarks about Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu. His lawyer, Rotimi Stephen, said the entertainer was picked up in Ikeja and is being held at the police headquarters, alleging the case may involve the Department of State Services […]
In a massive blow to the counterfeit cosmetics industry, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a massive cache of banned and unregistered goods at the APT Trade Fair Complex in Lagos. Hidden within an uncompleted building to evade security, the haul is valued […]
Lagos, Nigeria, just experienced the “Speed Effect.” On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, global streaming sensation IShowSpeed (Darren Jason Watkins Jr.) touched down in Africa’s most populous city, turning his 21st birthday into a cultural milestone. The visit wasn’t just a tour stop; it was the moment the YouTuber officially hit […]
Lagos has welcomed the launch of the first-ever Chess Innovation Hub, thanks to the vision of Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, in partnership with Lufthansa. The hub aims to provide free access to education and skill-building opportunities for children in Makoko, Yaba, Ebutte Metta, and Surulere. This […]
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is making history by hosting the 19th edition of the Nigerian Medical Students Association (NiMSA) Games. This prestigious event, taking place from October 5th to 13th, 2024, brings together over 20 medical schools for a week of athletic competition and camaraderie. UNILAG’s Tradition and Goals: […]
Ms. Abisola Olusanya, Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture, highlights the state’s thriving agricultural sector and ongoing efforts to ensure food security. The Lagos State government is taking a multi-pronged approach to ensure food security for its residents. Under the leadership of Commissioner for Agriculture, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, the state is […]
Nigerian music star Patoranking is tackling a new challenge – but this time, it’s not the music charts! Patoranking has unveiled an impressive “World Best” mini-stadium in his childhood neighborhood of Ebute Metta, Lagos. The singer, born Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie, is showing his love for Ebute Metta with this Top […]
