Blog List - Lagos City Reporters

Elections, Governance And Democracy, By Kwadwo Afari-Gyan

My initial understanding was that I was to make remarks to open a general discussion on democratic elections. Then, a few days ago, I saw from the programme of activities that I

Tinubu Is Aware Nigerians Are Suffering – Kalu

Senator Orji Kalu has stated that President Bola Tinubu is fully aware of the economic struggles Nigerians are facing and is taking steps to address the situation. Speaking on Thursday, October 17,

Community

Lightning kills 70-Year-Old Man

A 70-year-old man identified as Malam Abu Yusuf has d!ed after he was hit by lightning in Angwa Abocho, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. The incident happened at about 5:40

U.S. Presidential Election Debates, Biden And Other Knockouts, By Bisi Olawunmi

As a presentation of presidential candidates before the voting public for appraisal, American presidential election debates have often been seen as a gamble – a high-stakes encounter that could turn into a

NLC Disregards Court’s Order, Rejects Julius Abure As Labour Party Chairman

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has once again rejected Julius Abure’s leadership of the Labour Party (LP), maintaining that the Abuja Federal High Court’s ruling in his favor will not alter their

Iwuanyanwu: When A Great Leader Departs In A Blaze Of Glory, By Law Mefor

A great leader always leaves a big hole in the lives of those around them when they pass away. Considering the roles they played while still on the scene, this is obvious.

Tinubu, Shettima’s Absence: No Leadership Vacuum – Presidency

The Presidency has clarified that there is no leadership vacuum in Nigeria despite President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima being out of the country. The This was in response to

Lagos Civil Servants To Earn 85,000 Minimum Wage

The governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has confirmed that his government plans to pay workers a minimum wage of N85,000. Sanwo-Olu revealed this during an interview on Channels TV on Wednesday

What We Discussed With Labour Leaders – FG

The federal government has given insights into the reason for the meeting and discussion with organized labour on Wednesday. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris spoke with newsmen after the

“Give Tinubu Time”, Yes, We Have! By Emmanuel Onwubiko

There is this sycophantic bug that has beaten most people inside of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The main concern us that this dangerous bug has infested each of these

President Tinubu’s Interventions On Food Security: Progress Report, By Fredrick Nwabufo

Agriculture and food security is a nucleic aspect of the President Tinubu administration’s policy design and rationale. The administration understands that food is an essential and integral component of existence; hence, its

In Nigeria, Poverty Compromises Dignity, By Emmanuel onwubiko

Around the late 1980’s or early 1990’s, the legendary American Pop singer: Michael Jackson organised a collection of globally reputable musicians of his era, and they jointly performed a concert in which

Controversial

UK Did Not Endorse Petition For Yoruba Nation – FG

The Federal Government has insisted that the United Kingdom did not endorse a petition submitted by Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho. The petition was submitted last week

National Grid Did Not Collapse – Minister

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has dismissed reports that the national grid collapsed two times within 24 hours, stressing that there was only a trip-off. It was reported that the power

Professor Ishaq Oloyede At 70… By Bola Bolawole

Everyone knows what is good; why they cannot imitate it is what baffles me! Or are they just pretending? In the event that you think I am directing my question only at

Of Men Of God, Lamborghini And Rolls Royce…, By Bolanle Bolawole

The first item that caught my attention on Facebook penultimate Wednesday was Mr. Nsikak Essien’s page. It reads: “Christianity is not a primitive accumulation of wealth, an obscene display of opulence”. The

Business

Caribbean Countries To Partner Dangote In Cement, Petroleum Products Production

The Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell has lauded Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals as a significant investment developing countries need for their industrial growth. He also agreed with Aliko Dangote, President and Chairman of

Should Nigeria Not Regulate Tiktok? By Emmanuel Onwubiko

Femi Falana, a senior Advocate of Nigeria and Nigeria’s leading human rights speaker said he wanted to institute with the law enforcement agency(NPF, police), a criminal complaint about alleged defamation of his

Over 5,000 American Children Underwent Transgender Surgery In Five Years — Report

A new database has revealed that over 5,700 minors in the U.S. underwent gender-affirming surgeries between 2019 and 2023. Fox News and the New York Post reported on Wednesday, October 9, that

Is The Almajiri System Being Imported Into The South-West? By Bola Bolawole

I witnessed the debate about who owns the home between the man and woman fortuitously last Monday as I found my way into the premises of the Lagos State Television and Radio

Kanu Heart Foundation: A Charity In Need Of Urgent Support, By Paul Ejime

Nigerian international footballer Nwankwo Kanu is best known for his illustrious exploits in the round-leather game, plying the trade for two decades for club and country, including at top European Leagues scoring

We Challenge Asari Dokubo To A Battlefield – Nigerian Military

The Nigerian military has issued a strong response to former militant leader Asari Dokubo, challenging him to witness the military’s capabilities firsthand on the battlefield. This follows Dokubo’s claim that he could