The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says it recorded 113,000 traffic offences through technology-based enforcement in 2025. The agency’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed this while speaking on traffic management efforts in Lagos. He said the figure reflects LASTMA’s shift from physical enforcement to digital monitoring. Why Lagos Traffic Remains a Challenge Bakare-Oki explained…
Nigeria and the United States have signed a major agreement to strengthen disease surveillance and improve healthcare delivery across the country. The Federal Ministry of Health confirmed the development on Saturday. The Memorandum of Understanding aims to deepen health cooperation and build a resilient, self-reliant health system for Nigerians. Health Minister Explains Focus Areas Nigeria’s…
The Trump administration says it has generated $1.3 billion from sales of President Donald Trump’s new $1 million immigration “gold card.” Officials made the claim on Friday as President Trump unveiled the card during a White House event. Trump described the initiative as “essentially a green card on steroids.” How the Gold Card Works The…
Arsenal forward Victor Gyokeres ended his goal drought on Saturday as the Gunners secured a 1–0 victory over Everton at Goodison Park. Gyokeres scored the only goal of the match from the penalty spot in the 27th minute. The strike proved enough to hand Arsenal all three points. Arsenal Control the Match Arsenal dominated possession…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked the Federal Government to suspend the 2025 tax laws. The party said alleged alterations affected key provisions of the laws. ADC made the call in a statement released on Saturday. Its spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, signed the statement. ADC Alleges Illegal Alterations According to the ADC, a review revealed…
Authorities in Benin have placed former defence minister and opposition politician Candide Azannai in pre-trial detention following investigations into a failed coup earlier this month. Security officials detained Azannai on Saturday as part of a wider probe into the attempted takeover that shook the West African country in early December. Charges Linked to Coup Investigation…
Pilots and crew members of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) who were detained by authorities in Burkina Faso have arrived safely at an Air Force base in Accra, Ghana. Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, confirmed the development on Friday evening in a post on X. According to him, the personnel landed in Accra…
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Richard Moth as the new Archbishop of Westminster, the most senior Catholic position in England and Wales. The Catholic Church announced the appointment on Friday. Moth, who is 67, will formally assume the role on February 14. He will succeed Cardinal Vincent Nichols, who has led Catholics in England…
Tanzanian music star Juma Jux left fans excited after a dramatic entrance at his Detty December concert in Lagos. The singer delivered a high-energy performance that quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the night. As he stepped onto the stage, cheers filled the venue and set the tone for an electrifying show….
Former Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi has died at the age of 68. Notably, Nwaoboshi represented Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly. According to family sources, he passed away on Friday in Abuja after a brief illness. Governor Oborevwori Confirms Death Meanwhile, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, confirmed the death in a…
