Suspected cult members have invaded Abule Nla Road in the Iponri area of Lagos State, reportedly killing three persons. The cultists stormed the area and opened fire on youths in a restaurant. The victims were a student of a polytechnic in Ogun State, Damilola Adegoke who died instantly, and two of his friends, identified only... Read More

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September 18, 2013

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Sleeping on duty: Policeman arrested in Lagos for losing his gun to robbers

by ‘Jola Sotubo A policeman in Lagos State was caught unawares by robbers when they found him asleep at his duty post. The officer, a corporal attached to the ‘Area C’ Police Command of the state, was assigned to guard duty at an Iponri residence but instead of keeping watch, he fell asleep. The robbers... Read More

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August 13, 2013

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#ThisShouldConcernYou: Anxiety mounts over the poor state of Eko bridge

by Oge Okonkwo The Eko bridge in Lagos state has become a cause for concern as its shabby state has become a source of worry for thousands of commuters and motorists plying the bridge on a daily basis. Stakeholders have claimed that the prolonged traffic jam, damage to vehicles and the stress commuters undergo... Read More

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February 2, 2013

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Shame of a nation: Revolting conditions in police barracks exposed (PHOTOS)

They could best be described as refugee camps in a poor, war-torn country. Welcome to the dwelling places of Nigerian policemen and women called “police barracks.” They are in most cities of the country – decrepit, revolting, steaming. They are not any different from the scandal that is the Police College in Lagos. So, just... Read More

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