A rainstorm has damaged homes and a school in the Hausawa community of Angwan Gado in the Malali area of Kaduna North Local Government Area. The storm, which occurred on Sunday evening at about 8 p.m., blew off roofs and caused significant damage to buildings. Mr Shola Kabir, an affected resident, said the storm destroyed his house and business premises. “I was preparing for my daily prayers when I heard strong winds blowing off the rooftops of a primary school and my house,” he said. Another resident, Abdulmumini Yakubu, said the rainstorm destroyed part of his home. “The heavy downpour…
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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says it will introduce a short code to enable residents, especially motorists, to engage with the agency and share road information. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed this in an interview with reporters on Monday in Lagos. “The agency is working to secure a short code instead of the long number currently in use. “In the next two to three weeks, our call centre will introduce a free short code. We have completed all necessary processes and are awaiting final approval from the network provider. “This platform will allow Lagos…
Nigeria’s external reserves declined by $731 million in the first three weeks of April 2026, underscoring persistent pressure on the country’s foreign exchange buffers. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) shows reserves fell from $49.18 billion on April 1 to $48.45 billion as of April 23—an average weekly decline of about $233 million. The latest movement extends a broader trend of drawdowns, highlighting the strain on monetary authorities as they navigate exchange rate stability, liquidity management, and external obligations. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, recently downplayed concerns, stating that the decline in reserves should not be a cause for…
The Kogi State Government has announced that 15 pupils abducted from an unregistered orphanage/school facility in Zariagi have been rescued. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, on Monday in Lokoja. Fanwo said efforts are ongoing to rescue the remaining victims, including the proprietor’s wife. “The facility, known as Dahallukitab Group of School, was operating illegally in a remote, bushy area along the Kabba Junction axis without any registration or notification to the authorities. “The attack took place on the night of April 26 when gunmen invaded the premises and…
Dr Olorunfemi Agoye, a technology strategist and cybersecurity consultant, has emphasised the need for a unified cybersecurity approach to protect Nigeria’s critical infrastructure. Olorunfemi made the call on Monday during an interview with reporters while highlighting recent cyberattacks on government agencies and financial institutions, which he described as symptoms of deep structural weaknesses. He described cybersecurity as a national security imperative, stating that a digital economy without it is “like a city without law and order,” making it highly vulnerable. “Exposures involving the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Sterling Bank, Remita, and Lagos State University have revealed a pattern that cuts…
The Akwa Ibom State Government has activated heightened COVID-19 surveillance following the confirmation of a new outbreak in a neighbouring state. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem Emmanuel, made this known in a statement in Uyo on Monday. Emmanuel said Governor Umo Eno has directed the ministry to activate heightened surveillance across all entry points, health facilities, and communities to prevent any outbreak. “Disease surveillance officers and rapid response teams have been placed on red alert to promptly detect and manage any suspected cases. “Residents are urged to remain vigilant and adhere strictly to public health guidelines. “Citizens are also…
The Federal Government has introduced a National Textbook Ranking System for primary, junior, and senior secondary schools nationwide as part of efforts to strengthen quality assurance and standardisation in the education sector. Dr. Tunji Alausa, Minister of Education, disclosed this in a statement issued by Folasade Boriowo, Director of Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, on Monday in Abuja. Alausa said the initiative would address the proliferation of textbooks in schools and ensure that only high-quality, curriculum-compliant learning materials are approved for classroom use. The minister explained that under the new system, the Nigerian Educational Research and Development…
MTN Nigeria has deepened its investment in the country’s youth ecosystem by backing a youth-led creative and innovation platform, ‘The Gathering on 100’, with over N45 million in funding for emerging ideas. This was disclosed to newsmen in Lagos on Sunday night at the closing of ‘The Gathering on 100’ initiative. The Gathering on 100 is a youth-driven community and cultural movement designed to bring young Nigerians together to create, connect, and showcase their individuality over 100 hours. The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, said the funding reflected MTN’s long-term commitment to enabling youth-led enterprises and innovations.…
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says swift intervention by emergency responders averted casualties following a truck accident at Daleko Bridge, inward Isolo. This is contained in a statement signed by Mr. Olawale Afolabi, Head of Public Affairs, LASEMA, and made available to reporters on Monday in Lagos. LASEMA confirmed that the incident, which occurred on April 26, involved a 40-foot containerised truck and a Toyota Camry with registration number BDJ-263SX. The statement said LASEMA’s Eagle Response Team, on arrival at the scene, discovered that the container detached from the tow truck while ascending the bridge due to a…
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) says strong inter-agency coordination, early planning, and widespread public participation were key to the success of the recent statewide environmental sanitation exercise. The Managing Director of LAWMA, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this in an interview with reporters on Monday in Lagos. Gbadegesin said seamless collaboration among LAWMA teams, Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators, local governments, and enforcement agencies ensured effective coverage across the state. He noted that advance operational planning, including the strategic deployment of trucks, equipment, and personnel, enabled a smooth and efficient exercise. Gbadegesin added that disposal infrastructure, including landfill sites and Transfer…