A massive fire erupted at the Alaba International Market in Ojo, Lagos State, on Tuesday evening, October 21, 2025, causing panic among traders and shoppers. The blaze primarily affected the furniture section, destroying several shops and goods valued at millions of naira. Traders were seen frantically trying to salvage their items as thick smoke and flames spread rapidly across the market. Videos circulating on social media platforms, including Twitter, showed flames engulfing multiple shops. Eyewitnesses reported that the fire started from a small spark before quickly spreading, adding to the chaos and distress among traders. The Alaba International Market, located…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Golden State Warriors began the 2025–26 NBA season with a commanding 119–109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena. Jimmy Butler led the Warriors with 31 points, including a perfect 16-for-16 from the free-throw line. Stephen Curry added 23 points and three steals, while Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield each contributed 17 points. The Warriors seized control in the third quarter, outscoring the Lakers 18–4 to turn a one-point halftime lead into a 15-point advantage. Luka Dončić delivered an impressive performance for the Lakers, scoring 43 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and dishing out nine…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled October 31, 2025, for the delivery of judgment in a legal dispute seeking to halt the planned national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The suit was filed by three prominent members of the PDP: Austin Nwachukwu, Chairman of the Imo State chapter; Amah Abraham Nnanna, Chairman of the Abia State chapter; and Turnah Alabh George, Secretary of the South-South zone. They argue that the planned convention, set for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State, lacks legal validity due to alleged procedural violations. Justice James Omotosho set the judgment…
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the reinstatement of 103 teachers who were previously dismissed due to administrative errors identified during the state’s civil service verification exercise. The affected teachers were among 780 civil servants whose salaries were suspended following the verification process conducted in January 2025. The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Mallam Wadatau Madawaki, announced the development, stating that the reinstated teachers had been cleared after undergoing a thorough verification process. The verification revealed that their removal from the payroll resulted from administrative oversights rather than any misconduct. As part of the reinstatement, Governor Lawal…
Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Limited, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, is leading the way in providing innovative pension solutions tailored to the diverse needs of Nigerians, both domestically and internationally. In line with the National Pension Commission’s (PenCom) recent reforms, the company has introduced two key initiatives: the Personal Pension Plan (PPP) and Foreign Currency (FCY) Pension Contributions. These initiatives aim to enhance financial inclusion and offer flexible retirement savings options to a broader demographic. The Personal Pension Plan (PPP), formerly known as the Micro Pension Plan, is designed for self-employed individuals, informal sector workers, and formal sector…
Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has formally informed the Federal High Court in Abuja of his readiness to commence his defense in the ongoing treason trial. In a motion personally filed on October 21, 2025, Kanu confirmed his preparedness to comply with the court’s directive to begin his defense by October 24, following an earlier order on October 16. The motion underlines his commitment to actively participate in the trial and present his case in full. Kanu has proposed to call a total of 23 witnesses, divided into two categories. The first group, known…
Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has returned to her Mainland home in Lagos after narrowly escaping injury for the second time in two months due to a collapsed Plaster of Paris (POP) ceiling at her Lekki residence. The actress shared a video of the wreckage on social media, expressing frustration over what she described as substandard construction in the Lekki area. In her Instagram post, Nkechi highlighted the recurring structural issues in the city, saying, “I built this house in 2021, and to date, not a single thing don shift. The way these Lekki developers build substandard houses and give it…
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, following the tragic deaths of his son, Victor Moro, and grandson, Abba Moro Jr., within 48 hours. The President described the losses as heartbreaking and prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved family. In a statement released on Tuesday, President Tinubu urged the Moro family to find solace in the impactful lives of the departed children, noting that although their time on earth was short, it left a lasting positive influence on those around them. He prayed that God Almighty would receive their souls and…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to make public all high profile petitions it has investigated and found to be without merit. He said doing so would help correct the public misconception that every petition against politicians or public officials automatically indicates guilt. Speaking during plenary in Abuja on Monday, Akpabio commended the EFCC for its performance in recent years, describing it as a revolution in the fight against corruption. His remarks came while deliberating on a motion sponsored by Senator Emmanuel Udende from Benue North East, titled Urgent Need to Commend…
Moniepoint Incorporated has announced the successful completion of a $200 million Series C funding round aimed at expanding its financial inclusion drive across Africa and supporting millions of small businesses with improved access to digital financial services. The funding, led by Development Partners International (DPI) through its African Development Partners III fund, also saw major participation from LeapFrog Investments, Lightrock, Alder Tree Investments, Google Africa Investment Fund, Visa, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Proparco, Swedfund, and Verod Capital Management. The investment is expected to enhance Moniepoint’s capacity to empower individuals and businesses across the continent with affordable and accessible banking…
The Nigerian Senate has proposed a life imprisonment sentence for anyone found guilty of defiling a minor, marking a decisive move to strengthen child protection laws and ensure the safety of children across the country. The proposal, which forms part of the Criminal Code Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, was introduced as a concurrent bill earlier passed by the House of Representatives. Leading the debate on the bill, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele explained that the amendment seeks to eliminate gender discrimination in prosecuting sexual offences and increase penalties for sexual crimes. Under the proposed amendment, defilement, which currently carries a five-year…
The Zamfara State Government has successfully concluded the tenth phase of its Special Modified Medical Outreach Program, which has benefited a total of 3,447 patients since it began in August 2023. According to a statement by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the initiative, launched under the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal, offers free medical services to vulnerable residents across all 14 local government areas of the state. The free treatments were carried out at Yariman Bakura Special Hospital, General Hospital Gusau, Eye Centre Gusau, and Farida Hospital. The program provides surgeries for cataracts, hernias, hydroceles, and vesicovaginal…