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Our Budget Too Poor to Fight Poverty - Minister

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Beta Edu, has said that the 2024 budget for the ministry to fight poverty was too poor. Beta said the amount allocated to her ministry in the 2024 budget was not capable of fighting poverty in

Lagos govt reacts to report third mainland bridge shaking

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mr Olukayode Popoola, on Monday reassured the public that the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos is structurally okay and safe for use. Popoola, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos, urged Nigerians

FG To Shut Third Mainland Bridge For Six Months

The Federal Government is set to shut the Third Mainland Bridge for six months starting from Friday, July 24. This was confirmed by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukayode Popoola. According to him, consultations are ongoing for another phase of

Anambra Police Nab Two Robbers on Second Niger Bridge

Men of Anambra State Police Command attached to Harbour Division last week nabbed two robbers dispossessing unsuspecting citizens of their valuables on the Second Niger Bridge. The Police team which was on surveillance patrol on the Bridge to prevent vandals

Another top Chelsea star set to follow Hazard out of Stamford Bridge in the summer over contract dispute

Willian could be leave Chelsea with Eden Hazard in the summer as Paris Saint-Germain are keen on the Brazilian. The 30-year-old winger is at the crucial point of decision making in his Stamford Bridge career as his current 18-month deal is currently being

Moment pastor stops groom from kissing bride too much on wedding day

A pastor officiating a marriage leaves a hilarious impression as he stops an overjoyous groom from kissing his bride too much during their wedding. A video surfaced online, captures a comical incident where a priest playfully intervened between a couple during

Trailer driver arrested after knocking down newly-errected barrier on Ojuelegba bridge

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) said its officials have arrested the driver of a Julius Berger trailer that knocked down a newly erected barrier on Ojuelegba bridge inward Fadeyi, Lagos. Sharing the news on X via its official account,

Lagos State government issues quit notice to trucks and commercial buses on bridges

A 7-day 'Vacation Order' has been issued by Lagos government to truck and commercial bus drivers operating on bridges. The vacation order was issued on Monday, October 16, by Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa. Giwa, who

Transfer: Chelsea goalkeeper leaves as midfielder returns to Stamford Bridge

Chelsea have confirmed that their goalkeeper, Jamal Blackman has left the club to join Bristol Rovers on loan until the end of the season. The Blues also disclosed that midfielder, Lewis Baker, who was a team-mate of Blackman's last year at Leeds, has returned

Chelsea's Timo Werner reveals final decision on leaving Stamford Bridge

Chelsea striker, Timo Werner, has made known his final decision on leaving Stamford Bridge this summer. Werner said he has no intention to quit Chelsea this summer despite his struggles in front of goal in his first season for the Blues. The Germany international

EPL: Chelsea identify manager to replace Potter at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea are reportedly interested in replacing under-fire manager Graham Potter with Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi, according to Football Insider. Recall that De Zerbi is the man who took over from Potter at Brighton. De Zerbi is regarded as a top coach and

JUST IN: FG to shut Third Mainland Bridge for repairs

The Federal Government on Thursday announced the closure of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos starting from midnight of Saturday, October 21, to midnight of Sunday, October 22, to carry out repairs. The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Mrs Olukorede

Three men on red wrapper caught on camera taking their bath on a bridge in Ibadan (Video)

A video has captured the moment three men putting on red wrappers were caught on camera taking their bath on a bridge in the capital city of Oyo State, Ibadan. The men could be seen with only a red wrapper tied firmly to their waist while their chests were

Lady narrowly escapes death after robbers shot at her car on Eko bridge

A lady based in Lagos is lucky to be alive after robbers shot at her car last Sunday on Eko bridge. Her glass was shattered but thankfully, she escaped unharmed. Photos of the shattered car window was shared on Twitter by her flatmate, who warned Lagosians

Chelsea make big decision on Victor Moses' future at Stamford Bridge

Fenerbahce's attempt to sign Nigerian football star Victor Moses this summer has been rejected by Premier League side Chelsea. The 28-year-old Victor Moses is currently playing on loan at Turkish side Fenerbahçe and the club wants his signature on a permanent

Man stopped from committing suicide on Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge (video)

A man has been stopped from committing suicide by jumping into the lagoon. The young man was saved from commiting suicide on Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge in Lagos, following a quick intervention by officers of LCC patrol. He has been handed over to the Police.

Panic at Stamford Bridge as top chelsea star plots transfer move to either Real Madrid or Barcelona

N'Golo Kante is reportedly considering a move from Chelsea at the end of the season, fuelling the speculations linking him with a possible switch to either Barcelona or Real Madrid. The Frenchman has been an integral part of Blues squad since sealing a sensational

Panic at Stamford Bridge as top star set to depart Chelsea for Tottenham amid issues with Lampard

Chelsea outcast, Olivier Giroud, has reportedly emerged a transfer target for Tottenham as the North London side is desperately in need of a potential temporary replacement for injured Harry Kane. Kane got injured and has been officially ruled out of action