Author: Lagos Brief

The Spanish national team on Sunday night defeated the Three Lions of England 2-1 to lift the Euro 2024 trophy. Details later…

Former President Donald Trump was rushed offstage after shots were fired at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, today. Trump said in a social media post that he was injured when a bullet pierced the upper part of his right ear. The Secret Service says Trump is now safe, and he was checked at a local hospital before leaving a few hours later. Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., told CBS News’ Robert Costa that his father is “doing fine.” The U.S. Secret Service confirmed two people are dead — the gunman and an audience member — and two spectators were critically…

This guide focuses on healthy communication in a relationship, moving away from the idea of “correcting” your wife. Here’s a more positive approach: 1. Speak Softly: A calm tone invites conversation, while yelling creates distance. 2. Lead with Love: Frame your message with respect and care, focusing on solutions. 3. Focus on Improvement: Instead of criticizing, suggest ways to achieve a better outcome together. 4. Positive Reinforcement: Acknowledge and appreciate her efforts, both big and small. 5. Respectful Privacy: Address concerns privately, away from children or public settings. 6. Choose Your Timing: Avoid heated moments. Wait until you’re both calm…

The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board has shut the job application portal opened to hire Public Primary school teachers, after it received 52,423 submitted applications. Recall that the job application portal was opened on June 25, 2024, and ran till July 9, 2024. A statement signed by the Executive Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran on Thursday, said the job application portal was closed after the lapse of the deadline. “We are impressed by this response, which shows that people are truly keen and excited to work with the Oyo State Universal Basic Education…

As part of the efforts of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, NPM, Ph.D, to enhancing the security of lives and property, the Nigeria Police Force is set to commence the enforcement of the digitalized Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) within the next 14 days, specifically on the 29th of July, 2024, to rejuvenate and digitalize the motor vehicle registration system, significantly bolstering our nation’s safety and security framework. The e-CMR is an advanced, real-time online repository of motor vehicle data, designed to support police investigations, operational activities, and combat vehicle-related crimes, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and armed robbery. The…

The Senator, representing Lagos West District, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule, has described the Supreme Court judgment on Local Governments’ financial autonomy as a step in the right direction. She said Nigeria is now set on the path to organic growth and development through the grassroots which the Local Governments serve. Senator Adebule commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his tenacity in pursuing this matter through the courts and also ensuring the rule of law reigns supreme in Nigeria. She said the apex court judgment affirming local government financial autonomy has strengthened the councils financially and enhanced their capacity to tackle…

By – Misbau Alamu Lateef, Ph.D The issues leading to yesterday’s landmark decision of the Supreme Court of Nigeria (SCN) granting financial autonomy to Local Government (LG) Administrations has sparked significant debate before and since the decision was rendered. However, this short intervention does not intend to go into the legalese of the debate. I am focusing only on the political implications of the decision. After all, the laws are made for the people and not the people for the laws. So, while some argue that direct allocation of revenue from the federation account to LGs in a federation contradicts…

Hon. Rotimi Makinde has hailed the judgment of the Supreme Court that declared on Thursday that it is unconstitutional for state Governors to hold funds allocated to Local Government administrations in Nigeria and also ordering immediate compliance of the judgement, stating that no state should be paid monies meant for Local Governments. Supreme Court had in its lead judgment read by Justice Emmanuel Agim, said the 774 Local Government councils in the country should manage their funds themselves without interference from the State Governors. Reacting to this popular verdict, the former lawmaker who represented Ife Federal Constituency in the House…

President Bola Tinubu says Nigerian workers deserve improved welfare, better wages, as well as safe and enhanced working conditions as the driving force of the nation. Speaking with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) led by Comrade Joe Ajaero and that of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) led by Comrade Festus Osifo, on Thursday in Abuja, President Tinubu said he is concerned about the welfare of Nigerian workers and that his administration is prioritizing their concerns. “I pay attention to everything around me. A happy worker is a productive worker. And society depends on the productivity…

. Kanu & Ihezuo’s arrival takes total number of players in camp to 20 The arrivals of forwards Uchenna Kanu and Chinwendu Ihezuo at the Super Falcons’ camp in Sevilla, Spain on Thursday afternoon brought the number of players in camp to 20, with only defender Oluwatosin Demehin and forward Chinonyerem Macleans still expected as the nine-time African champions intensify preparations for their return to the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament. Both players are scheduled to arrive at the team’s Hotel Barceló Montecastillo Golf and Resort on Friday afternoon. A full camp by Friday means Coach Randy Waldrum and his assistants…