JUST IN: Five-storey building collapses in Anambra, many feared trapped

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi JUST IN: Five-storey building collapses in Anambra, many feared trapped. A yet-to-be-identified number of individuals are feared trapped after a five-storey building under construction collapsed at Basden Street, Fegge, in Onitsha, Anambra State. The building, intended for commercial use upon completion, collapsed in the early hours of Sunday while some construction workers […]

Ibadan disco attributes poor power supply to gas shortage and vandalism

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Ibadan disco attributes poor power supply to gas shortage and vandalism. The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has shed light on the factors contributing to the current state of power supply within its jurisdiction, citing low gas supply to generating companies, vandalism, energy theft, and maintenance works by the Transmission Company of […]

Why is Facebook down? Meta’s Social Media Outage

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Why is Facebook down? Meta’s Social Media Outage   Social media users worldwide are facing frustration as Facebook and Instagram experience an unexpected glitch, leaving thousands unable to access their accounts. The issue, which began around 3:00pm, has caused widespread disruption, with both platforms displaying ‘session expired’ errors. As reports flood in, […]

Binance executives in NSA custody, unable to attend National Assembly hearing – Lawyer

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Binance executives in NSA custody, unable to attend National Assembly hearing – Lawyer The House of Representatives convened on Monday to address the allegations of fraud leveled against Binance Holdings Limited, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange platform accused of exploiting the Nigerian currency, Naira, resulting in its depreciation. In addition to accusations of […]

Investment in Education: Ondo Governor allocates N1.2bn for University projects

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Investment in Education: Ondo Governor allocates N1.2bn for University projects In a move to bolster education infrastructure and recognize academic excellence, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has greenlit a N1.2 billion grant for Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OAUSTECH). The funding aims to breathe life into stalled projects […]

Federal Government acknowledges challenges in power supply, vows improvement

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Power supply : Federal Government acknowledges challenges in power supply, vows improvement. The Federal Government has openly recognized the significant impact of inadequate supply of power on the quality of life for citizens across Nigeria. Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, conveyed this acknowledgment during the electricity and energy access session at […]

Crackdown on counterfeit currency Ring: Couple and retired colonel arrested in Lagos

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Crackdown on counterfeit currency Ring: Couple and retired colonel arrested in Lagos A syndicate specializing in the production of fake Nigerian and Cameroonian currencies has been dismantled by the Zone 2 Command in Lagos, resulting in the seizure of counterfeit cash amounting to N9 million and 300 million CFA francs. Four suspects, […]

Ogun launches initiative for free surgery to residents

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Ogun launches initiative for free surgery to residents The Ogun State Government has initiated a program to provide free surgical procedures to residents in need, aiming to alleviate the economic challenges faced by many. The Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Health Insurance Agency, Dr. Afolabi Dosunmu, announced this development during the […]

NiMet issues warning over Three-Day hazy weather

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi   NiMet issues warning over Three-Day hazy weather   The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a warning regarding haziness and cloudiness expected across the country from Monday to Wednesday.   NiMet cautioned individuals, especially those with respiratory issues, to be vigilant of the weather conditions and to consider wearing masks for […]