FG Introduces Compulsory Vehicle Recycling Fee for 2026
The Nigerian government announces a mandatory vehicle recycling fee starting 2026 to tackle abandoned cars and formalise the auto recycling sector, projecting over ₦150bn in annual revenue.
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Ogun suspends 3 firms for environmental pollution
Ogun State Government suspends three environmental consultancy firms for negligence in enforcing pollution laws at battery recycling plants in Ogijo. Read the full report.
Rome Imposes €2 Fee for Trevi Fountain Access
Rome will charge visitors €2 to access the Trevi Fountain from February 1, 2025, to manage crowds. Free viewing from a distance remains. Find out the details.
FBRA's Christmas Buyback Recovers 1.8 Tons in Somolu
FBRA's 2025 Christmas Buyback in Somolu mobilised 240+ residents, recovering 1.8 metric tons of recyclables. The initiative boosts Lagos's circular economy and EPR compliance. Read more.
Okada Riders Clash with Ogun Councils Over N200 Insurance Fee
Commercial motorcyclists in Abeokuta protest a new N200 daily health insurance levy, calling it exploitation. Council chairmen defend the scheme as vital welfare. Read the full story.
Okada Riders Kick Against Daily Insurance Fee in Ogun
Okada riders in Abeokuta protest a new ₦200 daily insurance premium, calling it an extra burden. Council chairmen defend the scheme as vital health coverage. Read the full story.
Cross River Enforces Vehicle Colours from Jan 31
Cross River State mandates all commercial vehicles to adopt state-approved colours and security numbers by January 31, 2026. Non-compliance will attract sanctions. The move aims to boost safety and uniformity.
NSC Chief: Nigeria Must Remove Barriers to Regional Trade
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Two Guards Arrested for Stealing Bauchi Govt Vehicle
Bauchi Police apprehend two 19-year-old security guards for allegedly stealing a government Toyota Hilux. The vehicle was recovered at Bauchi Club. Full details on the ongoing investigation.
Police Resume Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement Jan 2026
Nigeria Police Force announces resumption of tinted glass permit enforcement from January 2, 2026. Learn the reasons and how to comply with the law.
Vietnam's Toxic Plastic Recycling Villages Exposed
In Vietnam's recycling villages, workers face severe health risks from toxic pollution while processing 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste annually. Discover the hidden cost of the global waste trade.
Police Resume Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement Jan 2
The Nigeria Police Force will restart enforcement of tinted glass permits on January 2, 2026, citing rising security threats. Motorists must regularise documentation.
Police Arrest Guards Over Theft of Bauchi Govt Vehicle
Bauchi Police arrest two security guards for allegedly stealing an official L-PRES Project vehicle. The Toyota Hilux was recovered swiftly. Read details of the case and police statement.
Police Resume Tinted Glass Enforcement Jan 2, 2026
The Nigeria Police Force announces the resumption of tinted glass permit enforcement on January 2, 2026, citing security concerns. The move sparks public debate as the case remains in court.
Nigerian Startup Transforms Waste into Valuable Furniture
Discover how Lagos-based Zannytecture is tackling Nigeria's waste crisis by upcycling tyres and plastic bottles into stylish furniture, creating green jobs and generating millions in revenue. Read their inspiring story.
US States Sue Trump Over $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
California and 19 other US states file a lawsuit to block Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it unlawful. The tech industry and business groups warn of severe consequences. Read the full details.
Nigeria's Energy Transition Must Reflect National Realities - FG
The Federal Government insists Nigeria's shift to a low-carbon economy must consider its economic dependence on oil. The NCCC launched a new Climate-Smart EV Recharge Hub in Abuja as a model for local action.
Galatasaray's €17.5m Osimhen Debt to Napoli Exposed
Galatasaray still owes Napoli €17.5 million for Victor Osimhen's €75m transfer. Details of the payment plan and the striker's form after his permanent move revealed.
Appeal Court Upholds Ban on VIO Stopping Motorists
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a landmark ruling, stripping Vehicle Inspection Officers of powers to stop, fine, or confiscate vehicles from motorists. This victory for road users' rights reinforces that only courts can impose sanctions.
Court Upholds Ban on VIO Vehicle Impoundment
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a ban on VIOs impounding vehicles and imposing fines, awarding N1 million in damages. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.
Court Bars VIO from Stopping, Impounding Vehicles
Appeal Court affirms ban on VIO's power to stop, impound vehicles & fine motorists in Abuja. Landmark ruling reinforces rights, awards N1m cost. Details inside.
Multiple Accident Claims Two Lives in Enugu
FRSC confirms two fatalities and nine injuries in a major pile-up involving 11 vehicles on the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway. Rescue operations coordinated by multiple agencies.
Ogun Offers Free Lead Tests for Ogijo Residents
Ogun State Government begins free lead poisoning testing for Ogijo residents following shutdown of battery recycling plants. Testing starts Monday at Ogijo Primary Health Centre.
Asake's N300k Concert Ticket Sparks Nigerian Outrage
Nigerians blast Afrobeats star Asake over N300,000 Lagos concert ticket fee. Social media commentator Naijashimadun leads criticism, comparing prices to Michael Jackson shows. Read full story.
96 Arrested for Flouting Sanitation Law in Nasarawa
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.
Domestic Worker Nabbed for Stealing Employer's Lexus SUV
Niger State Police arrest domestic worker Suleiman Audu for stealing Lexus SUV from Lagos employer. Intercepted on Minna-Abuja road while transporting vehicle for disposal. Full details.
Ogun shuts battery plants over lead poisoning risk
Ogun State suspends lead export and shuts 7 battery recycling plants in Ogijo after a viral video alleged hazardous lead contamination. Health and environmental audits are underway.
Wike revokes 1,095 Abuja property titles
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike orders enforcement on 1,095 revoked property titles in Abuja's high-end districts. Property owners failed to pay ground rent and land fees despite multiple warnings.
Wike revokes 1,095 Abuja property titles
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has enforced the revocation of 1,095 property titles in Abuja's key districts after owners failed to pay outstanding land charges. Discover the full details and implications.
Two injured in Ogun multiple auto crash
Two persons sustained injuries in a multiple vehicle collision on Abeokuta-Lagos Expressway. TRACE confirms 17 passengers involved, no fatalities reported. Read full details.
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