Written by The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has attributed the inferno that razed a section of the Alaba International Market to a power surge. It, however, said no casualties or injuries were recorded. The agency said it received a distress call at 7:18 p.m. reporting a fire outbreak at 155 Olojo Drive, opposite Tantalizers, … Continue reading “Lagos Fire Service Blames Alaba Market Fire On Negligence”
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 13 new confirmed cases of Lassa fever within the 40th epidemiological week, covering September 29 to October 5, 2025. In its latest situation report shared on the Commission’s official X handle, the NCDC said the new infections were recorded in Ondo and Edo … Continue reading “NCDC Confirms 13 New Lassa Fever Cases, Four Deaths “
UN chief Antonio Guterres on Wednesday called for a fightback against climate disinformation ahead of next month’s COP30 summit after US President Donald Trump branded climate change the “greatest con job ever”. Guterres issued a robust defence of “clear-eyed” climate science and data, without which, he said, the world would never have understood the emergence … Continue reading “UN Chief Calls For ‘Fight’ Against Climate Disinformation”
Britain’s competition watchdog said Wednesday that Apple and Google would face tougher regulation of services on their mobile platforms under new measures focused on technology giants. The Competition and Markets Authority said it was placing the two companies under “strategic market status” in a final decision following a nine-month investigation. The companies hit out at … Continue reading “Apple, Google Face Tougher UK Regulation Of Mobile Platforms”
One man was wounded and an alleged elderly attacker arrested after a shooting and fire at a pro-government camp outside Serbia’s parliament on Wednesday, with the country’s embattled president quick to label it a “terrorist attack”. A Belgrade pensioner was arrested at the camp after firing multiple shots and setting a tent on fire, … Continue reading “One Man Injured After Shooting Outside Serbian Parliament”
Yesterday was October 20, the fifth anniversary of the Lekki Toll Gate Massacre, aftermath of the #EndSARS youth protest in Lagos. Scores of young persons were reportedly killed, maimed, made to inhale tear gas, or jump into the Lagoon and till date there has been no full closure on that event, despite attempts by the … Continue reading “Sowore And The Nnamdi Kanu Protest – by Reuben Abati “
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended the two-week warning strike it began on October 13, 2025. The strike, which was set to expire next Monday, was suspended following renewed commitments from the Federal Government and the National Assembly to address the union’s demands. ASUU President, Professor Chris Piwuna, made the announcement … Continue reading “ASUU Suspends Warning Strike, Gives FG One Month To Address Demands”
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The African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) has announced the 13th edition of its Continental Essay Competition, inviting young Africans to share their ideas on how harmonised standards can reduce trade barriers and strengthen fair trade across the continent and beyond. This annual competition encourages students to think critically about Africa’s economic future, sustainable development, and … Continue reading “ARSO Continental Essay Competition 2025/2026 for African Organisation for Standardization( Prize $2,300)”
At Lafiya, we’re on a mission to make contraception accessible to anyone who needs it and wants it – no matter where they live. Through our network of dedicated female health professionals – our Lafiya Sisters – we provide information and deliver contraception directly to communities that need it most. Our approach is cost-effective, community-based, … Continue reading “Growth Officer at Lafiya Nigeria – 2 Openings”
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has dispelled rumours of a political rift between him and his mentor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, insisting that their relationship remains strong and unwavering. Speaking on Tuesday in Madobi during an event commemorating the 69th birthday of the former governor and national leader of the New Nigeria People’s … Continue reading “Gov Yusuf Denies Rift With Kwankwaso, Reaffirms Loyalty To ‘Kwankwasiyya’ Ideals”