Author: Lagos Brief

…Proposed strike, an act of economic sabotage, terrorism against the people The citizens-led group, Mass Action Against Economic Saboteurs (MAAES), has warned the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) against plunging the country into crisis with threats of a nationwide strike over Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s plan to deploy 4,000 compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered trucks for fuel distribution. In a statement issued on Saturday, George Priye West, president of the coalition, said NUPENG cannot hold Nigeria hostage under the guise of defending workers’ rights, stressing that union membership is a matter of personal choice, not compulsion. “The Supreme…

By Adeoye Bakare Eid Al Maulid, also known as Mawlid al-Nabi, is a significant celebration in the Islamic calendar that commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The occasion is marked by Muslims worldwide with great reverence, reflecting on the Prophet’s life, teachings, and values. Here are some key aspects of its significance and lessons: – Renewing Commitment to the Prophet’s Teachings: Eid Al Maulid serves as a reminder of the Prophet’s character, compassion, and role as a mercy to mankind. It encourages Muslims to follow his noble example and spread his message of peace and unity. – Expressing Love…

Whitecrust Investment Limited, a premier investment and financial solutions company, has officially opened its newest branch in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. This strategic expansion is a significant move to foster economic growth and increase financial inclusion across Nigeria. The new office, situated at 39, Echioninwo, Elekahia, Off Stadium Road, Port Harcourt, marks a key milestone in the company’s mission to bring its quality financial services closer to clients in the Niger Delta region. Mr. Kingsley Eremionkhale, the Managing Director of Whitecrust Investment Limited, emphasized that the Port Harcourt branch is more than just a new office; it is a hub…

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER 2025 PUNCH Lagos deputy speaker gives scholarship, palliatives to constituents SSDC promises South-South industrialisation Afenifere, northern leaders demand state police amid delays Jonathan blames betrayal for 2015 electoral loss LASG seeks collaboration to tackle unemployment Outcry as Niger orders preachers to obtain licence Osun PDP questions INEC over registered voters’ figures Ekiti approves N12bn for road, housing projects PDP, Okpebholo clash over foreign trips, N4.2bn SUVs DR Congo records 15 deaths in fresh Ebola outbreak Sokoto youths mobilise for self-defence over rising bandit attacks Fidson, Japanese firm partner on drug production DHQ warns protesting…

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, NPM, Ph.D., has approved the appointment of CSP Benjamin Hundeyin as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO). ‎ ‎CSP Hundeyin holds a BA (Hons) in English Language from Lagos State University and an MSc in Legal Criminology & Security Psychology from the University of Ibadan. He also obtained a Certificate in Civil-Military Coordination from the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Training Centre, Jaji, Kaduna State. He is an Associate of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), a Member of the International Public Relations Association (IPRA), and an Associate…

Goalkeepers 1. Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa): Nigeria and Chippa Utd’s Nr 1 has started in all of Chippa’s 5 games this season, conceded 9 goals and can boast of 1 clean sheet while incurring a yellow card once. Against Richards Bay, he was stretchered off in the 35th minute due to an injury that made it look like he was gonna miss the 2 WCQs of Super Eagles but he regained fitness and returned against Orlando Pirates, one of South Africa’s finest to save a penalty, even though Chippa lost 3-0. Chippa are the basement team of the…

.Nigeria opt not to count eight before seven in potentially-explosive World Cup qualifying battles   The Super Eagles are not making the mistake of thinking too much about the showdown with South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in Bloemfontein on Tuesday, but are rather focused on their clash with Rwanda’s Amavubi in Uyo on Saturday, according to team captain William Ekong.   “You take one step at a time. We have Rwanda to play on Saturday, and there are three points there. After that is concluded, then we begin to think of South Africa. There are three points also in there when…

The ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba has lived up to its billing as the cradle of tomorrow’s champions, with Lagos, Edo, and defending champions Delta State locked in a thrilling battle for the top spot. As of press time on Thursday, Team Lagos had stormed to the summit of the medal table with 61 medals, which includes 33 gold, 15 silver, and 23 bronze. Hot on their heels, Edo State sits second with 25 gold, 9 silver, and 15 bronze (41 medals in total). The hosts and defending champions, Delta State sit third with 59 medals – 17 gold,…

Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has invited a total of 30 players to the camp of Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, as the team kickstarts preparations for this year’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup finals, taking place in Morocco.   Invited are four goalkeepers, nine defenders, nine midfielders and nine strikers.   2022 FIFA World Cup bronze medallists, Nigeria overpowered South Africa and Algeria in the qualifying series to pick a ticket to the first-ever 24-team FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals, which will be played across four venues in two cities in Morocco, 17th October – 8th November.   Venues earmarked for the…

In a rare show of love and support, the 33 Oyo APC women leaders led by Mrs Tinuade Adigun, the Oyo State APC women leader, have thrown their weights behind Oloye Saheed Oladele, a guber aspirant in the party, while adorning the same Ankara with him. Oloye Saheed Oladele hosted the women leaders at the Oyo State APC Secretariat, Oke Ado, Ibadan. Oloye Oladele thanked the women leaders across the 33 local governments of Oyo State for honouring his invitation. He lauded them for their unwavering efforts aimed at uniting the party. He stated that women are the instruments being…