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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) said its technology-based law enforcement system recorded about 38,000 traffic violations across the state during the second quarter of 2026, underscoring the agency’s increasing reliance on digital surveillance to improve compliance with traffic regulations. LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Lagos on Sunday, noting that the agency …

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar criticizes the Federal Government over planned increases in public education fees, urging President Bola Tinubu to cancel the reported approval of a uniform registration fee of ₦50,000 for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) from 2027. Atiku also condemned the recent hike in Federal Unity Colleges fees, and described both …

The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), has called for greater collaboration between governments, anti-corruption agencies, civil society, private sector, media and citizens in promoting integrity and strengthening anti-corruption efforts across Africa. A press release by the Commission spokesperson, John Odey, on Sunday in Abuja, said Dr Aliyu made the …

Post views: 39 By Kennedy Onwunali The Chairman of the Mbaise Policy Roundtable (MPR), Prof. Eddie Oparaoji, announced the rescheduling of the organization’s 2027 Annual Global Summit from Sunday, January 3 to Saturday, January 2, 2027. Oparaoji, in a statement, said the adjustment was necessary to ensure greater convenience for participants and invited guests expected at the annual meeting. …

Tensions between Iran and the United States rose sharply on Sunday after Tehran announced the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, while Washington rejected the claim, insisting that commercial shipping continued to move freely through the vital international waterway. The latest dispute comes amid new military confrontations between the two countries, and fresh exchanges threaten the fragile agreement reached …

Abayomi Ademola Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has officially returned to South African Premier Division side Chippa United ahead of the 2026/27 season, with the club confirming his return on Sunday. The Chilli Boys welcomed the Nigerian international to the Eastern Cape after a period away from the team and described his return as a major boost to the team’s …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) criticized opposition political parties for their inability to meet the Independent National Electoral Commission’s deadline for the submission of candidates for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections, and described the development as proof that they are not ready to govern. The ruling party made the remarks in a statement issued on Sunday by its …

The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has constituted an interim committee to oversee the organization of beach football and futsal championships in the country. This was part of the decision reached at the Executive Committee meeting held on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at the Best Western Plus Hotel, Asaba, Delta State. According to a statement released after the …

Suliat Lawal Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the federal government’s proposed $50,000 examination fee for candidates sitting the West African Senior School Certificate Examination and the National Examinations Council examination, warning that the policy would push millions of children out of school. Atiku described the planned fee increase as insensitive and anti-poor, …

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