Paralympics: Cauldron lit for ‘inspirational’ Games
The Paralympic cauldron was lit in London on Wednesday to burn for 11 days of sport at the biggest and most high-profile Games that organisers hope will transform ideas about disability the world over.
Minister denies illegal withdrawals from BASA fund
Aviation Minister, Princess Stella Oduah, has dismissed insinuations that she withdrew money from the Bilateral Air Services Agreement, BASA, fund for airport renovations without approvals.
Group advocates Lagoon State creation
THE Lagoon State Movement has restated the need for the creation of the state out of Lagos State saying it would assist in fast tracking development in the rural areas.
Robbers attack bullion van, kill police inspector
Robbers attacked a bullion van and killed a police inspector who was part of the team of policemen escorting the money to a bank in Lagos, yesterday.
Makoko residents reject relocation to Ikorodu
Residents of Makoko community in Yaba Local Council Development Area, LCDA, part of which was demolished by the state government last month, yesterday, rejected government’s offer to relocate to Agbowa-Ikorodu and vowed to remain in the community, saying “we will not leave here for anywhere.”
Mimiko flags off 2nd term campaign, as Akeredolu accuses him of importing thugs
OWO—OVER 100,000 people are expected at the flag off of the second term campaign rally of Governor Olusegun Mimiko scheduled to hold in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State today.
