Month: February 2025

NIQS urges quantity surveyors to upskill, embrace technology

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The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has charged quantity surveyors to upskill, network and embrace technological innovations to remain relevant in the face of current economic challenges and climate change. NIQS President, Kene Nzekwe, spoke at the yearly Distinguished Lecture Series organised by the Kaduna State Chapter, themed: “Enhancing the Survival of Quantity Surveying Practice Amidst Economic Challenges and Climate Change: Strategies for Resilience, Adaptation and Industry Collaboration for Young Professionals,” in honour of Abba Ingawa, a partner in Prime and Bell Partnership, a firm of quantity surveyors. According…

JUST IN: DSS storms Lagos Assembly amid leadership crisis

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DSS Appoints Rasheed Lawal As New CSO To President Tinubu

There was heavy security presence at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday. Officials of the Department of State Security Services, Nigeria Police Force, and Lagos State Task Force were seen stationed at the Assembly complex main gate to ensure adequate security. The security tension is likely unconnected with the change of leadership at the House. Meanwhile, amidst the uncertainty, the Speaker of the House arrived to the cheers of other lawmakers. The lawmakers expressed their confidence in the leadership of Rt. Hon. Meranda as the House settles to…

85 Nigerians Deported from US Arrive in Lagos Today

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The United States has initiated deportation proceedings against Nigerian nationals, with 85 individuals slated to arrive in Lagos and 116 others remaining in detention. The Nigerian Federal Government, through the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has expressed concern over the process and called for a more humane approach. In a statement released Sunday by her media aide, Magnus Eze, Odumegwu-Ojukwu revealed that approximately 201 Nigerians are currently detained in US immigration centers, with 85 cleared for deportation. The government is advocating for adherence to internationally prescribed…

Shakira’s Health Scare Forces Concert Cancellation in Peru

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Colombian pop star Shakira has been hospitalized in Peru due to a stomach issue, forcing her to cancel her scheduled performance on Sunday. The singer announced the news in a social media post, apologizing to fans for the unexpected change. “I’m sorry to let you all know that last night I had to go to the emergency room for an abdominal issue and I’m currently hospitalized,” she wrote. “The doctors taking care of me have let me know that I’m not well enough to perform tonight.” Shakira arrived in Lima…

Step-by-Step: Checking 2024 WASSCE Results for Private Candidates

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The West African Examinations Council, on Sunday, announced the release of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination results for Private Candidates, Second Series. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday by the Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina. According to Adesina, a total of 65,023 candidates participated in the examination, with 43,923 candidates, representing 67.55%, scoring credit and above in a minimum of five subjects. Furthermore, 34,878 candidates, accounting for 53.64% of the total candidates, obtained credit and above in five subjects, including English Language and…

Telecoms tariff hike: FG deploys security agents as NLC insists on protest

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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has cautioned the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) against its planned shutdown of telecommunication services on March 1st, intended to protest the recent 50% tariff increase. The NSCDC, responsible for protecting critical national infrastructure, including telecommunications, expressed concerns about the potential risks to national security and public safety. The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) and the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) also opposed the NLC’s planned boycott and infrastructure shutdown, arguing that such actions are misguided…

Impeachment saga : Obasa approaches Court

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Breaking: Confusion As Lawmakers Impeach Lagos Speaker, Obasa

Embattled former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has approached the court to challenge his impeachment. Obasa is challenging the Assembly and the new Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, before a State High Court in Ikeja, claiming that the lawmakers erred in removing him while the state’s legislative arm was in recess. In a motion dated February 12, 2025, filed through his counsel led by Chief Afolabi Fashanu, SAN, Obasa sought an order of the court for an accelerated hearing of the suit. Obasa was removed as the…

Kenyan Runner Dominates 2025 Lagos City Marathon

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Kenyan athlete, Edwin Koech, has won the men’s category of the 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, which was held on Saturday. Koech won the $50,000 first-place prize for the men’s category, which is his second after clinching victory in the 2023 edition. The Kenyan ran for a record 2 hours and 14 minutes. About 37,000 runners competed in the 10km and 42km races of the 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. Speaking at the event, the General Manager of the race and retired Nigerian long jumper, Yusuf Ali, noted…

NIS Issues Warning: No Recruitment Exercise Currently Underway

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Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has warned the public against fraudulent recruitment advertisements, stating that no recruitment exercise was currently ongoing. A statement by the NIS Spokesman, Akinsola Akinlabi on Friday in Abuja said that all recruitment exercises were conducted in a transparent, free, and merit-based manner. Akinlabi said that vacancies were advertised through the NIS website, official government channels, and recognised national newspapers. “The attention of the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap has been drawn to the alarming increase in fake recruitment activities being perpetrated by…

Fayemi’s Tribute to Ayo Adebanjo: “Nigeria Lost a Great Leader”

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Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has expressed sadness over the death of an elder statesman and renowned Afenifere leader, Pa Ayodele Adebanjo. It was reports that the foremost nationalist died on Friday at his home in Lagos State at the age of 96. In a personally signed statement on Friday night , Fayemi described Adebanjo as a man who spent his life committed to fairness and democratic ideals in the face of adversity. Fayemi wrote, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Chief Ayo Adebanjo, foremost nationalist…