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LASUSTECH Lecturers Demand August Salary Payment
Lecturers at the Lagos State University of Science and Technology protested the delay in their August salaries, accusing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Olumuyiwa Odusanya, of unilaterally withholding payments without involving the Lagos State Government.
Bola Adesola Receives Honorary Doctorate from LASU
Bola Adesola was conferred an Honorary Doctorate in Business (Corporate Finance and Governance) by Lagos State University. Guinness Nigeria and various social media users celebrated her achievement, recognizing her leadership and contributions to corporate governance.
Salisu Yusuf Confident After Shooting Stars' Opening Win
Shooting Stars coach Salisu Yusuf expressed confidence in his team's improvement following a 2-1 victory over Inter Lagos in the opening match of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The match featured three goals and two penalties.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Moves to Resolve Leadership Crisis
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo General Assembly Worldwide is taking steps to resolve the leadership crisis within its Lagos State chapter, addressing legal disputes and planning the inauguration of a new President-General to unify the Igbo community under a legitimate structure.
Small Doctor Shares Passion for Boxing and Music Journey
Small Doctor, a Nigerian musician, expresses his deep passion for boxing, stating it is his life. He shares his humble beginnings, his journey in music, and his unique songwriting process, emphasizing his connection with fans through street slang and storytelling.
Dotun Oladipo's Burial Scheduled for September 11, 2026
Dotun Oladipo, publisher of The Eagle Online, passed away on August 25, 2026, at age 56. His burial is scheduled for September 11, 2026, following a service of songs on September 10. He was recognized for his significant contributions to Nigeria's online publishing industry.
EFCC Extradites Nigerians to US for Teen Sextortion
The EFCC extradited Nigerians Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle to the US for alleged sextortion of teenagers, linked to the deaths of two minors. Their extradition follows investigations by the FBI into child exploitation schemes.
EFCC Extradites Nigerians to US Over Sextortion Cases
The EFCC extradited Nigerians Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle to the US for alleged online sexual exploitation and sextortion of teenage boys, linked to cases of suicide. Their extradition followed investigations by the FBI.
NFF Appoints Dr. Ayo Abdulrahaman as NPFL COO
Dr. Ayo Abdulrahaman has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League by the Nigeria Football Federation as the 2026/27 season commenced. His appointment follows a restructuring directive from the NFF.
EFCC Extradites Two Nigerians for Sextortion Crimes
Two Nigerian men, Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle, were extradited to the United States on August 26, 2026, to face charges related to sextortion schemes that resulted in the deaths of two American teenage boys.
Okechukwu Suspends Film Premiere to Honor Late Cast Members
Joseph Okechukwu announced the suspension of the premiere of his film 'Properties of the Gods' to honor deceased cast members Onyeka Onwenu and Cynthia Okereke. The film will instead be screened in traditional palaces, with a release date set for September 4, 2026.
Abuja Continental Hotel Responds to TUC Blockade Incident
Niyi Agoro, Cluster Director of Human Resources for Lagos and Abuja Continental Hotels, addressed a blockade by the Trade Union Congress at the Abuja Continental Hotel on August 24, 2026, emphasizing the hotel's commitment to guest safety and the importance of dialogue in industrial relations.
EFCC Extradites Two Nigerians to US for Sextortion
The EFCC has extradited Nigerians Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle to the USA for alleged sextortion of two teenage boys, which reportedly led to their deaths. The FBI linked their actions to online sexual exploitation schemes.
Ayodele Warns APC of Overconfidence Ahead of 2027 Election
Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Tinubu about the dangers of overconfidence leading up to the 2027 presidential election, citing public resentment due to economic hardships.
LASU Graduate Sylvester Agose Achieves First Class Honours
Sylvester Agose graduated from Lagos State University with First Class Honours in Aerospace Engineering, achieving a GPA of 4.50. He founded Space Clubs LASU and contributed to the Society of Petroleum Engineers, while also engaging in community service and research on space engineering.
NaijAidUK Enhances Emergency Preparedness in Nigeria
NaijAidUK and HealthAid Charity are enhancing emergency preparedness in Nigeria through first-aid training and medical equipment donations. They have trained over 3,000 healthcare professionals and 5,000 citizens, emphasizing a train-the-trainer model to empower communities.
Lagos State University Graduate Overcomes 3-Year Break
Olubanke Moronfolu, a graduate of Lagos State University, achieved First Class Honours after a three-year break from education. She also earned two professional accounting qualifications, reflecting on her journey and the support she received throughout her studies.
LASU Graduate Aminu Farouk Shares Final CGPA Journey
Aminu Farouk, a Political Science Education graduate from Lagos State University, announced his final CGPA of 4.33, falling short of his First Class goal. He emphasized his leadership roles and responsibilities during his studies, reflecting positively on his academic journey.
Nigerian Firms Urged to Compete Globally by Adekunle
Ayeni Adekunle, CEO of BlackHouse Media, urged Nigerian entrepreneurs to pursue global competitiveness through strategic partnerships at the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce forum in Lagos. He emphasized leveraging intellectual capital and corporate relationships to enhance business capabilities.
Fashola Calls for New Approach to Nigeria's Insecurity
Babatunde Fashola, former Lagos State Governor, stated that Nigeria must change its approach to insecurity by addressing deeper social issues rather than merely increasing security personnel. He spoke at the 12th Triennial National Conference of Jama’at-ul Islamiyya of Nigeria in Lagos.