In a joint statement, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Lagos State, Gbenga Omotoso, and the Special Adviser to Information and Strategy in Ogun State, Kayode Akinmade, confirmed that the boxing star had been released following satisfactory health assessments and will now focus on recuperation outside the hospital setting.

According to the statement, the former Boxer is currently “heavy-hearted and full of emotions” over the loss of his two close friends.

“The governments of Lagos and Ogun states, once again, commiserate with the families of the two young men – Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami – who tragically and unfortunately lost their lives in the road accident involving Anthony Joshua on the 29th Dec 2025.

“We pray that the Almighty grant the repose of their souls whilst granting their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss.

“Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to pay their final respects to his two departed friends as they were being prepared for repatriation scheduled for later this evening.

“Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu deeply appreciate the public concern and show of love and affection over this very sad and unfortunate incident.”

They also appreciated President Bola Tinubu for the support he gave throughout the process.

“We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel at the Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, who attended to Anthony and those who sustained injuries.”

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The update followed Joshua’s involvement in a car accident, which claimed the lives of his two close friends in the Makun area of Ogun State.

The incident that happened around 11:00 am along the heavily trafficked Lagos-Ibadan Expressway indicated that an SUV transporting Joshua collided with a stationary truck.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun State Command, has, however, attributed the crash to overspeeding and wrongful overtaking.

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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident via its official X account, stating: “There’s a fire outbreak inside Arena Shopping Mall along Agege Motor Road, Oshodi. Men of @LagosRescue are on ground to extinguish the inferno.”

Eyewitnesses reported that the fire started around 6:00 p.m., prompting traders to scramble to salvage their wares as thick smoke filled the air.

Videos shared on social media showed frantic scenes of traders attempting to save goods while firefighters battled the blaze.

At the time of reporting, no official figures have been released regarding casualties or the extent of property losses.

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This fire comes just a week after a similar incident at Lagos’ Balogun Market, where a blaze originating from the Great Nigeria Insurance building on Martins Street spread to five neighboring structures on Christmas Eve.

The Arena Market fire is also not the first of the year. In August 2025, a major fire swept through sections of the market, causing losses worth millions of naira.

Source: TVC

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Justice Modupe Nico-Clay convicted Orijugo on a two-count charge of forgery, ruling that the prosecution proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt. According to the court, Orijugo forged the result notification in 2015 at Badagry for one John Chibuzor Okoro, a student of Adonai Institute, using LASU’s letterhead. The forged document falsely suggested that Adonai Institute was affiliated with LASU.

Orijugo was initially arraigned on December 2, 2021, and pleaded not guilty to the charges. His trial began on March 8, 2022. During the trial, the prosecution, led by Mrs. T. Olanrewaju-Daud, presented three witnesses and seven exhibits. Orijugo also testified in his defense.

In her judgment, Justice Nico-Clay stated that the notification of results submitted to the court had been forged and issued by Orijugo himself. She pointed out that Adonai Institute had no official ties to LASU, despite the false claims made to the student and his family.

The first prosecution witness, Patience Okoro, mother of the affected student, testified that Orijugo had introduced himself as the provost of an institution in the Benin Republic that was purportedly affiliated with LASU. She explained that after meeting Orijugo on May 12, 2012, in a commercial bus, he persuaded her to enroll her son at Adonai Institute by showing them transcripts on LASU letterhead, falsely claiming affiliation with the university.

Despite her initial doubts, Okoro later enrolled her son at the institute, making multiple payments for tuition, medical fees, and other charges, often without receipts. She stated that Orijugo repeatedly promised her son’s certificate would be issued during convocation but failed to deliver.

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The forgery was only uncovered in 2018 when her son sought employment and the certificate was deemed fake. This revelation caused significant emotional distress for Okoro’s son.

Another key witness, Ojei Oziegbe, an Assistant Chief State Counsel at the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, testified that she had contacted LASU during the investigation and received confirmation that Adonai Institute was not affiliated with the university. The court admitted the letters as evidence.

The court rejected the defense put forward by Orijugo, which argued that the case concerned the issuance of a degree certificate, not the forged notification of result. Justice Nico-Clay emphasized that the central issue was the forgery of the result notification, which Orijugo had admitted to issuing.

The court also dismissed the argument that a LASU official needed to testify, stating that the documentary evidence provided by LASU was sufficient to prove the case. The judge noted that Orijugo, as the administrator of Adonai Institute, was aware that the claim of affiliation with LASU was false.

Justice Nico-Clay sentenced Orijugo to three years in prison on both counts of forgery, bringing a significant conclusion to a case that exposed fraudulent practices in the education sector.

Source: Punch

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A statement shared on the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority‘s official X handle stated that the injured victims have been evacuated to the nearest hospital for medical attention.

“There’s a report of a fatal road crash involving a Dangote SINO truck, 3 tricycles and a Mini Bus (Korope) at Iyana Meiran inward Meiran road by PHC. Safety cones have been placed around the scene, and Police Officers are on the ground. 2 fatalities recorded, and Casualties have been taken to the nearest hospital for medical attention.”

According to previous reports by newsmen, two people were killed and two others seriously injured in separate midnight crashes in Lagos, prompting the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to warn motorists against reckless speeding..

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According to LASTMA, the first fatal accident occurred around 2:30 a.m. at Otedola Bridge inward Berger on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, where an unregistered vehicle rammed into a moving trailer at high speed.

The force of the collision killed both occupants of the car on the spot. The trailer driver reportedly fled with the vehicle immediately after the crash.

Source: TVC

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The announcement clip featured several Nigerian stars and entertainers, including Toyin Abraham, Broda Shaggi, Samuel Banks, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Chioma Goodhair, and Iyabo Ojo, all anticipating what was described as a “special day.”

Jux, best known for his hit song God Design, said he chose Lagos as the concert venue in appreciation of the love and support he has received from Nigerian fans, adding that he feels “at home” in the country. He described the show as more than just a musical performance, calling it a “family reunion” celebrating the shared culture between Tanzania and Nigeria.

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Expressing his enthusiasm, the singer wrote that Lagos “has a soul” and promised a vibrant experience filled with “love, life, and legacy.” He hinted at a high-energy December celebration that will unite fans across Africa.

A magazine teaser featured in the announcement described the event as “the biggest show in Lagos,” promising appearances by top artists from both East and West Africa. It referred to Jux as “our in-law” and hinted at a collaborative showcase featuring his “brothers from East Africa” alongside Nigeria’s biggest stars.

Source: Thecable

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Three of the convicts, Olasupo Michael Oladimeji, Muaezee Ademola Ogunbiyi, and Sola Adegoke, were apprehended after NDLEA operatives intercepted 17.9 kilograms of cocaine, hidden inside textile materials and local charms, which were destined for Sydney, Australia.

The bust occurred at the airport’s export shed on August 26, 2025.

Further investigation led to additional seizures of 20.5 kilograms of “Canadian Loud” were recovered from Ogunbiyi’s home in Lekki, while Adegoke’s residence in Ikeja GRA yielded a black Range Rover SUV, registered RBC 459 EJ.

On October 30, 2025, the three accused were arraigned before Justice Musa Kakaki of the Federal High Court in Lagos under charge number FHC/L/925C/2025. They each pleaded guilty to five counts of drug trafficking.

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On October 31, 2025, Justice Kakaki sentenced the three men to five years in prison without the option of a fine, bringing the total jail term for the trio to 15 years. The court also ordered the forfeiture of the Range Rover SUV and a Toyota Venza car, both seized during the investigation, to the Federal Government.

As part of its ongoing efforts, the NDLEA continues to prioritize asset recovery and financial investigations to disrupt the logistical networks that support drug cartels.

Source: Punch

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The Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye disclosed this in a situation report released to journalists.

Adeseye, who confirmed the incident, said the Sari-Iganmu Fire Station team was immediately dispatched to the scene after receiving a distress call at about 12:20 a.m.

The agency confirmed that the structure, which had previously shown signs of distress, gave way while residents were still inside.

“It is an ongoing rescue involving an existing two-storey building which has reportedly been marked in distress before collapsing on the occupants,” the statement said.

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So far, 15 people, including seven men, four women, and four children have been rescued with varying degrees of injuries and taken to the Federal Medical Centre in Ebute‑Metta and General Hospital, Odan in Lagos Island.

As of the time of filing this report, rescue efforts were still ongoing.

Source: Punch

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In a statement signed by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, the Governor stated that Lagos has continued to demonstrate leadership in subnational climate action and developing practical mechanisms for city-level climate finance.

The Governor also reiterated that the state has been developing blue bonds and nature-based coastal protection projects that are shaping Africa’s next decade of sustainable urban development.

The 2025 summit with the theme: “Blue Economy, Green Money: Financing Africa’s Coastal Resilience and Ocean Innovation”, to be held at the Lagos between the 6th and 7th of November will attract global leaders, investors, climate scientists, and policy makers.

Setting the tone for the conference, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said: “The Lagos International Climate Change Summit 2025 is more than a conference; it is a declaration that African cities can finance their own future.”

The event will convene to accelerate action and investment in Africa’s coastal and ocean economies ahead of the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30).

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The summit will also highlight ongoing and pipeline projects supporting coastal resilience, environmental innovation, and sustainable livelihoods in Lagos.

Delegates and participants are expected to include representatives from the African Development Bank (AfDB), the World Bank, and Eko Atlantic.

Source: Channels

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According to a statement by Feet ’N’ Tricks International, the event will be “a thrilling display of creativity, skill, and showmanship”.the event will see eight male and four female finalists battle for top honours.

Brand director of Predator & Fury Energy, Rob Adkins, said that this year’s final is the culmination of weeks of intense online qualifiers that drew participants from across Nigeria, “highlighting the country’s growing influence in the global freestyle football community”.

The organisers said they received 128 entries from across Nigeria. Of these, 81 were male and 47 were female, each submitting a two-minute video showcasing their best tricks and technical prowess.

After a “rigorous selection process”, 12 exceptional freestylers, eight men and four women, earned their place in the final.

Winners will be determined through a WFFA scoring criteria that assesses creativity, difficulty, execution and overall performance.

An international panel of judges will preside over the competition, including Ashley Mkhize from South Africa, Soufiane Msalek from Morocco, and Larry Etuduvwu from Nigeria.

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“We’re bringing together the very best of African freestyle talent, judged by an exceptional panel that represents the spirit of the game — skill, innovation, and passion,” said Valentine Ozigbo, chairman of Feet ‘N’ Tricks. 

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top performers in both the men’s and women’s categories, with first-place winners each receiving N1 million, second-place finishers taking home N500,000, and third-place winners earning N200,000.

Source: Thecable

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The initiative, to be managed by the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), will introduce structured, tech-driven parking zones in locations such as Ikoyi, Victoria Island, Ikeja, and Lekki. Signage indicating hourly rates will be displayed, with restrictions limiting parking in some areas to a maximum of three hours.

LASPA’s General Manager, Adebisi Adelabu, said the system would ensure responsible parking, enhance mobility, and support broader traffic management reforms. She added that the project would also aid data collection and enforcement through a digital “pay-by-plate” model, where drivers can be billed electronically for violations.

“This is not just about revenue, it’s about regulation and social change. We want Lagosians to plan their trips with parking in mind and avoid turning public streets into private garages,” she said.

The state’s Commissioner for Transportation said unregulated parking remains a major contributor to gridlock and that modern parking infrastructure is critical to solving Lagos’ traffic crisis.

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Traffic congestion has become a daily struggle for residents across the state, with some commuters spending hours stuck in gridlock. Authorities say the new parking system is a key step toward long-term traffic relief and a more efficient urban environment.

Source: Punch

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