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Food Security: How Southwest States are Developing Agriculture

Boluwatife Ajayi — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:19:41 +0000

In Nigeria, food security has become a major challenge. Nigeria is witnessing rising food prices, increasing hunger in many households, insecurity on farmlands, and growing dependence on food imports. In a bid to address these challenges plaguing Nigeria, experts view agriculture as the only viable solution. Government at all levels have also repeatedly echoed the […]

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Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital, Declared Clinically Fit

Boluwatife Ajayi — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:50:38 +0000

Internationally acclaimed former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from the hospital after medical evaluations confirmed he is clinically fit to continue his recovery at home. 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 […]

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Fire Guts Army Arena Market in Lagos

Boluwatife Ajayi — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:12:24 +0000

The popular Army Arena Market in Oshodi, Lagos, has been engulfed in flames, causing traders to panic. 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 […]

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Lagos College Provost Sentenced to Three Years for Forgery

Boluwatife Ajayi — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:59:56 +0000

A Lagos State High Court in Ikeja has sentenced Samson Orijugo, the provost of Adonai Advanced Institute of Management, to three years in prison for forging a notification of results on the letterhead of Lagos State University, LASU. Justice Modupe Nico-Clay convicted Orijugo on a two-count charge of forgery, ruling that the prosecution proved […]

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Dangote Truck Crushes Mini Bus in Lagos, Two Killed

Boluwatife Ajayi — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:20:42 +0000

A Dangote Sino truck has crushed three tricycles and a minibus in the Iyana Meiran area of Lagos State, claiming the lives of two unidentified individuals. 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 […]

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Juma Jux Announces Star-Studded Lagos Concert

Afinju FM — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:57:40 +0000

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 […]

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Five Drug Traffickers Jailed and Lose Assets to Federal Government

Afinju FM — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:28:47 +0000

The individuals were found guilty of drug trafficking activities involving cocaine, cannabis, and tramadol. 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 […]

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Many Feared Trapped Inside Lagos Building Collapse

Afinju FM — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:40:45 +0000

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 […]

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Lagos to Host International Blue Economy Summit Ahead of COP30

Afinju FM — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:45:59 +0000

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 […]

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Freestyle Football Championship Final Set to Hold in Lagos

Afinju FM — Sat, 18 Oct 2025 12:54:33 +0000

The grand finale of the freestyle football championship powered by Predator Energy drink in partnership with the World Freestyle Football Association (WFFA), is set to take place at the Ikeja City Mall in Lagos. According to a statement by Feet ’N’ Tricks International, the event will be “a thrilling display of creativity, skill, and showmanship”.the […]

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