Author: Lagos Brief

A 34-year-old businessman, Oluwafemi Asekeji, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for sexually assaulting his 12-year-old daughter by the Lagos Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court sitting in Ikeja. This was disclosed in a statement by the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency. According to the statement, the presiding judge, Justice Abiola Soladoye, noted that the prosecution had proved the three legs of the charge of rape against Asekeji. The statement noted that close acquaintances of the victim and the convict who were privy to the incident testified as witnesses against the convict which spurred the decision of the…

Men of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Enforcement Unit (Taskforce), on Wednesday, July, 10, 2024, took a step further in the fight against general environmental nuisance in Lagos State as recently kick-started by Chairman of the agency, CSP Akerele Adetayo. In what appears to be a deliberate move toward enforcing Lagos State street trading ban, a key statutory function in the mandate of the taskforce, the enforcement team moved through major lanes of the Oshodi market, including Oshodi road, Suwebatu street and the Oshodi-Apapa express way, during which the locations were rid of all environmental infractions that include…

Coalition of Civil Society Groups for Good Governance has urged stakeholders in the oil and gas sector to support the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), efforts in maintaining a stable supply of petroleum products nationwide. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, one of the conveners of the coalition, Olufemi Lawson, said ensuring energy security is crucial to national development. Coalition also commended NNPCL on its unwavering dedication in managing the complexities associated with the distribution of petroleum products, amidst considerable challenges. According to the coalition, NNPCL efforts have been pivotal in ensuring a consistent supply of fuel across…

Dissatisfied with the judgment of Oyo State High Court granting female Muslims the right to wear hijab over their school uniform in International School Ibadan, the Management of the school has filed Motions For Stay of Execution of Judgment. The Motions were filed by the University of Ibadan, ISI, the Principal and the UI Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic. The Cases, M/413/19 to M/540/19, have been scheduled for hearing on the 10th day of July, 2024 before Justice Moshood Ishola of Court six. It will be recalled that the management of the school had in 2018 banned female Muslim students from wearing…

A famous Islamic cleric and the Grand Mufti of Conference of Islamic Organizations (CIO) narrowly escaped death along Lantoro Road, Abéòkúta, Ogun State on Saturday 6th July, 2024 on his way to Èrúwà enroute Ibadan. He was in a car with his closest associates, Sheikh Qamarudeen Ballo and Alhaj AYA Waheed. They were to attend a niqah of the child of Sheikh Bílaal at Èrúwà before coming to deliver a lecture in Ibadan on that fateful day. According to Sheikh Qamarudeen Ballo, the vehicle lost its brake while on speed. If not for Allah’s mercy, not less than fifteen people…

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…