Author: Lagos Brief

The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria, Lagos State Area Unit (MSSNLagos) has expressed concern over violence that may occur as a result of nationwide protest planned to hold August 1, 2024 because of hunger and hardship in the country. This is as the Muslim students called on government and security agencies to prioritise the safety of educational institutions as the nation braces for the nationwide protest. The Amir (President) of MSSNLagos, Kamoldeen Abiona, made this known in a press statement urging Muslim youths to exercise caution. While blaming the government for the widespread economic challenges facing Nigerians, Abiona expressed concern…

The Nigeria Football Federation has requested for applications from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant position of the Coach of U20 Men National Team, otherwise known as Flying Eagles. The public notice, which is on the Federation’s website (https://thenff.com/job/vacancy-for-the-position-of-u-20-male-national-team-head-coach/)has specified for candidates to possess at least a CAF B License, must have been in football coaching for at least five years, be conversant with Nigeria’s domestic game, possess strong leadership qualities and be able to communicate effectively in English language. Candidates must also be upright and transparent in the discharge of their duties, be ready and willing to work with…

Osun State Government has started receiving the expected 43 trucks of food palliatives of Garri and Corn from the Federal Government of Nigeria as part of efforts to cushion the effects of hardships currently experienced by Nigerians across the country. Out of the total of 43 trucks being expected, 4 are Garri of 25kg with each of the trucks containing 1260 bags and another 39 trucks of 50Kg bag of Corn, containing 600 bags each. It is to be noted that, the Osun State Government is being charged the sum of #67,422,000,00( Sixty Seven Million, Four Hundred and Twenty Two…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will continue the search for their first points of the 2024 Women’s Olympic Football Tournament against Japan on Wednesday, but the nine-time African champions deserve credit for holding out for 85 minutes against world champions Spain before conceding a lone goal that handed the Europeans all the three points in Nantes on Sunday. Spain dominated possession, expectedly, and only a masterclass defensive performance by the Falcons restricted them to the odd-goal win. Yet, it could have turned out differently, had captain Rasheedat Ajibade not lose her balance when through on goal in the 36th minute, and had…

By Usman Garuba Every individual is a thread in the tapestry of creation, yet some unique individuals stand outside of the weave, directing the thread and painting pictures that become reality. Professor Joseph Utsev, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, fits into this rare illustration. A former commissioner of water resources and environment in Benue State, Professor Utsev has carved a niche for himself as a water engineer. Undoubtedly, one of the brightest but self-effacing skilled professionals in the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, Professor Utsev covets neither paeans nor rhapsodies for his unwavering commitment towards the actualization of…

…Educates Adeyanju, Other Accusers on Police’s Constitutional Responsibility in Public Order The Nigeria Police Force hereby addresses the recent accusations made by one activist, Deji Adeyanju, and others via various fora, alleging that the IGP is attempting to rewrite the Constitution by requesting the details of the organizers and leaders of the planned nationwide protests. It is vital to clarify that the IGP has never denied the constitutional right of every citizen to freedom of association and expression, but has rather, at every point, emphasized that the right is that to peaceful assembly and expression. Also, the Nigeria Police holds…

Hey everyone! I can’t believe what I just saw! Even I was shocked! 🤯 Apparently, you can grow onions directly on a fallen banana or plantain tree. Yes, you read that right – no soil needed. 🌱 Here’s how: Prep your onions: Soak the onion sets or seeds in water. Choose your tree: Select a healthy fallen banana or plantain tree. Create pockets: Make small holes in the tree trunk. Plant the onions: Place the soaked onions in the pockets. Care for your onions: Water lightly and watch them grow. Harvest: Enjoy your homegrown onions in about five months! 🧅…

For the past few days, some telecom companies have been disconnecting their subscribers for very flimsy and untenable reasons. Some allege lack of NIN registration or linking while some didn’t not give any reason at all. This action is coming on the heels of the proposed struggle of the people against hunger, poverty, suffering and the suffocating economic policies of the Tinubu administration. From all indications, it wouid seem that the underlying target of the telecom companies is to limit the reach of their customers in order to restrict access and thus frustrate the protests. The contract between a telecom…

The Senator representing Lagos West Senatorial District, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule, has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, political leaders, leaders of thought, traditional leaders, trade unions, youth organizations and millions of other Nigerians in appealing to planners of the protest to shelve the plan. She urged them to give the government more time to implement all the socio-economic policies and programmes aimed at restructuring the economy for the betterment of all. The former Deputy Governor of Lagos in a release by her office in Abuja admonished that the economic reforms being implemented by the administration of President Bola Tinubu are…

Arsenal 2:1 Manchester United It’s a game of 2 halves as usual for Manchester United that showed glimpses of some good football Manchester United could be capable of in the season but something is clear from the game, Ten Hag’s style is heavily dependent on certain kind of players. Let’s look at the conclusions. 1. Injuries not coaching can still decide Manchester United’s season: The style of play is clear and depends on executing incisive one or two touch passing in the midfield in transition and building out from the back. It happens that this will need highly technical defenders…