Tag: #Lagos
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NCS SEIZES 399 RIFLES, PARTS IN TIN CAN PORT SHIPMENT
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 399 fully assembled Jojef firearms and assorted rifle components concealed in a shipment at the Tin Can Island Port Command in Lagos. NCS National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, said on Sunday that the weapons were uncovered after Customs conducted a detailed examination of a container initially declared…
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LAGOS HOSTS 250 FENCERS FROM 20 COUNTRIES FOR COMMONWEALTH CHAMPIONSHIPS
Lagos is set to welcome about 250 fencers from more than 20 countries for the Commonwealth Fencing Championships, scheduled to hold from Sunday, August 9, to Friday, August 14. President of the Nigerian Fencing Federation, Adeyinka Samuel, said Nigeria was ready to host a successful championship and expressed confidence that the home team could use…
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FG DEBUNKS ALLEGED VANDALISM OF ALAKIJA INTERCHANGE BRIDGE IN LAGOS
The Federal Ministry of Works has dismissed reports that scavengers were vandalising the Alakija Interchange Bridge along the Lagos-Badagry corridor, saying the structures shown in a viral video were part of an ongoing engineering process. A delegation from the ministry, acting on the directive of the Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, inspected the bridge…
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NAN LAGOS HOLDS MAIDEN FITNESS WALK, PROMOTES WELLNESS AND TEAM SPIRIT
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday held its maiden fitness walk in Lagos, bringing together staff, partners and stakeholders to promote healthy living, teamwork and stronger workplace relationships. The event, organised in partnership with Alfa Designs Nigeria Ltd., was held under the theme “Walking Together for Health and Excellence.” Managing Director of NAN,…
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FG URGES LAGOS RESIDENTS TO KEEP DRAINS CLEAR AS FLOOD RISKS RISE
The Federal Government has urged residents of Lagos to support flood-prevention efforts by avoiding indiscriminate dumping of waste in drainage channels, warning that poor waste management can worsen urban flooding. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, made the call during an assessment visit to flood-prone communities and critical water infrastructure in…
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STREET RUMBLE BOXING RETURNS TO DISCOVER NEW TALENTS, EMPOWER NIGERIAN YOUTHS
Organisers of the Street Rumble Boxing competition have unveiled plans for the second edition of the grassroots tournament, aimed at discovering young boxing talents and steering youths away from drug abuse and other social vices. Speaking in Lagos, the Chief Executive Officer of Matchmakers International Sports, Mike Adeyemo, said the one-day event, scheduled for Dec.…
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NIGERIA TO HOST AFRICA’S FIRST WHEELCHAIR FENCING ACADEMY IN LAGOS
Nigeria is set to host Africa’s first-ever Wheelchair Fencing Academy as the Nigeria Fencing Federation (NFF) renews its commitment to creating equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in sports. The three-day academy, scheduled for Aug. 5 to 7 at Rugby School Nigeria in Victoria Island, Lagos, will bring together athletes, coaches, referees and volunteers from…
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LAGOS POLICE INTERCEPT TRUCKLOAD OF SUSPECTED FAKE DRUGS, ARREST TWO
The Lagos State Police Command has intercepted a truckload of suspected counterfeit pharmaceutical products and arrested two suspects in connection with the consignment. Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, said the operation was carried out by officers of the Violent Crime Response Unit following credible intelligence. Tijani said the truck was intercepted in the Otto-Ijora area…
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SPE CALLS FOR STRONGER COLLABORATION TO DRIVE NIGERIA’S ENERGY FUTURE
The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) has called for stronger collaboration, innovation and resilience among government, regulators and industry stakeholders to position Nigeria for sustainable growth in the changing global energy landscape. Speaking at the 49th Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE 2026) in Lagos, SPE Nigeria Council Chairman, Mr Francis Nwaochei, said Nigeria’s…
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LAWMA SEALS SHOPS ALONG TEJUOSHO-OJUELEGBA CORRIDOR OVER ILLEGAL DUMPING
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has sealed several shops and business premises along the Tejuosho–Ojuelegba corridor for allegedly dumping refuse illegally on road medians. The enforcement was carried out by LAWMA’s Waste Investigation Surveillance and Enforcement team after repeated warnings and sensitisation campaigns failed to stop traders from violating environmental sanitation regulations. LAWMA Managing…
