Author: Lagos Brief

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is excited to announce that students enrolled in 36 state-owned tertiary institutions can now apply for student loans! This program is designed to make higher education more accessible for qualified students. Here’s what you need to know: * Eligible Institutions: Check the list below to see if your school is included. * Application Process: Apply online at www.nelf.gov.ng. * **Student Verification System (SVS):** Schools had to submit student data to the SVS for loan eligibility. We encourage other state institutions to do the same to expand the program. List of Eligible Institutions (as of…

The Lagos State Taskforce cracked down on illegal bus operations along Adeniji-Adele and surrounding streets to ease traffic congestion and improve public safety. Chairman CSP Adetayo Akerele led the operation, highlighting the long-standing issue of illegal bus stops causing significant delays for drivers and residents. Akerele condemned the bus drivers (danfo) for creating makeshift stops by occupying lanes, leading to frustrating commutes. He emphasized using designated bus stops to ensure smoother traffic flow. The Chairman assured residents of continued, stricter enforcement across the state. These actions prioritize public well-being and ensure everyone can use public amenities efficiently. The Taskforce also…

The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) Lagos State Area Unit concluded its 2024 Intellectual Competitions (LIC) finals in a display of academic excellence and youthful enthusiasm. The event featured competitions for junior and senior secondary school students, alongside an essay writing competition for undergraduates. Junior School Champions Take the Stage Royhana Ismail from Vetland Junior Grammar School emerged victorious in the junior secondary school quiz competition. Following closely behind were Farhan Sodiq (Usoolol Iman) and Abdul Rahman Olaloye (Taqwa School), who secured second and third place respectively. Senior School Debate Heats Up The senior secondary school debate competition saw…

Women from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have protested the alleged attacks on Senator Ireti Kingibe by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The women, who gathered at the Unity Fountain Arena in the Maitama District over the weekend, marched to the Presidential Villa, demanding that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ‘call Wike to order’ and stop the harassment of the senator. The protest came amid rising political tensions in the FCT, where Senator Kingibe has been at odds with Wike over issues of governance and representation. Zainab Abubakar, leader of the group, said the women are…

The Lagos State Ministry of Health is taking a proactive step towards strengthening its emergency healthcare system. A two-day Emergency Healthcare Services Strategy Workshop was held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, GRA Ikeja on July 4th and 5th, 2024. This crucial event brought together key players in the emergency and trauma care ecosystem. Participants included healthcare providers, emergency personnel, policymakers, and funders. Their collective expertise focused on tackling critical challenges within the current emergency healthcare framework. Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, emphasized the workshop’s significance. Its goal was to assess the current state…

The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, in a landmark judgment, has ordered Ms Sadia Umar-Farouk, former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disasters Management and Social Development to account for payments of N729bn to 24.3 million poor Nigerians for six months. The court also ordered the former minister to provide the list and details of the beneficiaries who received the payments, the number of states covered and the payments per state. The judgment was delivered last month by Hon. Justice Deinde Isaac Dipeolu following a Freedom of Information suit number: FHC/L/CS/853/2021, brought by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP). The…

Continuing her reign over middle-distance races, Faith Kipyegon of Kenya smashed the world record in the women’s 1500m at the Paris Diamond League. Clocking a blistering 3:49.04 in the final event, she shaved a mere 0.07 seconds off her own record set last year. This feat came just hours after another world record fell at the same meet, with Ukraine’s Yaroslava Mahuchikh clearing 2.10m in the high jump. Kipyegon rocketed through the race, reaching the 800m mark in a swift 2:04. Australian Jess Hull kept pace, staying close behind the multi-gold medalist. After the pacemakers stepped aside, Kipyegon maintained the…

MediaFuse-Dentsu Nigeria’s Communication Manager, Sodiq Oyeleke, has been appointed as BUA Foods’s Media and Public Relations Manager. In his new role, Sodiq, in a LinkedIn Post, noted that he would be responsible for overseeing all media and public relations activities, developing and implementing communication plans, and ensuring that BUA Foods’ brand message is effectively conveyed to its diverse audience. He also said he would work closely with the marketing and communications team to promote the company’s vision, mission, and values, and to support its ongoing growth and sustainability initiatives. Sodiq brings a wealth of experience in media relations, public affairs,…