Anambra State ramps up efforts to harness its vast mineral resources for industrial growth. Officials cite illegal mining as a major challenge causing revenue loss. Discover the plan for sustainable development.
A 17-year-old boy died after a powerful illegal firework exploded in a South LA backyard. The blast, mistaken for a bomb, occurred on West 84th Street. Read the full report.
Lagos State Government announces a 10-year plan to procure 100 CNG compactor trucks in 2026, aiming for 2,000 total trucks. LAWMA MD Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin details new billing, tricycles & landfill phase-out. Read more.
The Nigeria Police Force warns that officers found escorting VIPs will be arrested as the duty is now illegal. Enforcement is ongoing at airports in Abuja and Lagos. Read more.
Edo State unveils a ₦160 billion plan to remediate over 60 gully erosion sites and combat illegal sand mining. The initiative includes a massive tree-planting campaign.
Irish regulator investigates TikTok and LinkedIn for potential breaches of EU Digital Services Act. Platforms accused of poor illegal content reporting systems. Read the full details.
Akwa Ibom State has been ranked Nigeria's cleanest state for 2025. The report also reveals a worrying decline in national sanitation and public health indicators. Read more and see the full rankings.
Nigeria Police Force warns that officers found escorting VIPs will be arrested. IGP Egbetokun's directive aims to redeploy personnel to tackle insecurity nationwide. Full details.
OCHA Brigade arrests seven individuals for illegal extortion in Amansea. Suspects paraded and remanded. State vows to curb unauthorized levies during festive season.
The proposed Lagos State 2025 Tenancy Bill introduces strict penalties, including fines up to N1,000,000 and imprisonment, to curb exploitative housing practices. Learn the key offences for landlords, agents, and tenants.
Nigeria's SEC vows to freeze accounts and seal offices of Ponzi promoters, warning of N316bn losses. Learn how to spot and avoid illegal investment scams.
Nigeria loses up to $10 billion annually from post-harvest losses, threatening food security and economic growth. Agritech CEO Segun Alabi calls for urgent action on storage and logistics.
MultiChoice Nigeria exposes massive piracy of BBNaija Season 10, with over 5 million illegal streams. The company warns of economic sabotage and calls for updated copyright laws. Read more.
Nigeria loses an estimated $10 billion yearly due to post-harvest losses, threatening food security. Expert Segun Alabi calls for urgent action on storage, processing, and turning waste into wealth.
Lagos State Government announces Olusosun and Soluos dump sites will be decommissioned within 18 months. New waste plants in Badagry, Ikorodu, and Epe to serve as alternatives. Read more about the environmental transformation.
Nasarawa State Government arrested 96 persons for violating environmental sanitation laws. The state also plans to revitalize waste recycling plants in Lafia and Karu to improve public health.
Kano State government calls for immediate investigation and arrest of former governor Abdullahi Ganduje over alleged plan to form illegal militia group. Read full details.
Masked men posing as police officers are mounting illegal checkpoints along Abuja-Nasarawa border, extorting commuters. Authorities deny involvement as victims demand action.
Nigerian troops arrest Air Force personnel ACM Anas Muhammed Fakai transporting illegal weapons to Abuja. Suspect claims police connections in shocking security breach.
Rival cult groups in Ondo City surrender 17 weapons in police-brokered peace deal. Former members express relief as community partnerships drive disarmament success.
LASEPA reveals 25% of hospital diseases in Lagos stem from environmental pollution. 74 industries sanctioned. Report polluters for a healthier Lagos.
Rivers State Government acquires 65,757.74m² land in Igwuruta for REWAMA waste disposal project under public interest. Read details on the Land Use Act invocation.
Ogun State governor orders registration of foreign workers after security breaches. 70 foreigners arrested from Chad, Sudan. New measures target scavengers and illegal mining sites.
Nigerian Army's 6 Division deactivates 7 illegal refining sites, recovers stolen crude oil and AGO worth over N150 million in Niger Delta operations. Support the fight against oil theft.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun prohibits traditional rulers from allocating land to non-indigenes without due process. New security measures announced to combat crime and protect communities.
Armed thugs have demolished a N500 million bakery in Surulere despite pending court case. Landlord Rotimi Eghosa Onaghise accused of using forged permits. Read the shocking details.
Rivers State Government acquires 65,758 sq metres in Igwuruta for a new waste disposal and recycling facility to boost public health and environmental management.
Lagos State Government intensifies demolition of illegal structures in Ikate Elegushi and Lekki-Ikoyi axis. Officials warn property owners against violating building regulations.
Grammy-winning Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years for illegal donations to Obama campaign. Read the full story of the shocking conviction.
Lagos authorities arrest six individuals for illegal refuse dumping in Meiran. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab confirms offenders face legal action at LAWMA. Read details.