News
Lagos Faces Strain as 6,000 New Entrants Arrive Daily, Deputy Governor Hamzat Highlights Resource Challenges
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, disclosed that Lagos welcomes over 6,000 new arrivals daily, with around 3,000 opting to stay without known addresses, intensifying pressure on the city’s infrastructure.
Addressing the 2024 Annual Directors Conference Dinner, Hamzat highlighted Lagos’ population of 27 million and its budget of N2.2 trillion, which he compared to New York State’s $237 billion budget for a smaller population of 19.5 million.
Representing Governor Sanwo-Olu, Hamzat pointed out that New York’s budget for child protective services alone exceeds the combined budgets of Lagos and five Nigerian states, underscoring the financial gap affecting Lagos’ ability to meet growing demands.
He also attributed some social challenges to weakened family structures, noting over 130,000 cases of family abandonment in Lagos. Strengthening family units, he said, is essential for sustainable social development.
News
Man Found Alive Nearly Two Weeks After Balogun Market Fire Incident
An update has been shared on the burnt building at Balogun Market on Lagos Island, as it was revealed that a man was rescued 11 days after the building caught fire.
According to reports, the man was found alive on January 6, 2026, after being discovered under the rubble of the collapsed structure.
The survivor has since been taken for proper medical care, while further details are yet to be released.
Meanwhile, passersby and market traders have expressed concern, fearing that more people may still be trapped alive inside the building.
News
Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital After Fatal Car Crash
It has been reported that Anthony Joshua has officially been discharged from the hospital following the terrible car crash that claimed the lives of his two closest friends and supporters.
The boxing star was deemed stable enough to go home after the accident. After his discharge, he visited the funeral to pay his respects and see the bodies of his two friends.
Many have expressed grief and offered their support to the boxing star, praying that he will be able to find peace, as grief will undoubtedly be one of the most painful challenges he will face in life.
News
‘Government Prioritizes Money More’ — PDP Calls Out FG On New Tax Law
It has been shared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is calling on the federal government to suspend the tax law set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
This was revealed in a statement released by Ini Ememobong, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP. He stated that this new law shows how Nigerians and the masses will be affected, arguing that the government is prioritizing finance over security and other pressing matters.
“Rather than address these issues comprehensively, the Presidency has consciously minimized them and instead insisted that the commencement date must stand, despite the discrepancies,” the party said, adding that this “clearly shows where the priority of the government lies between Nigerians and money.”
-
Entertainment11 hours agoFormer Nickelodeon Star Kianna Underwood Dies After Hit-and-Run Incident at 33
-
Entertainment11 hours ago‘May His Soul Rest in Peace’ — Destiny Boy Reportedly Passes Away
-
Sport11 hours agoI Was a Bit Nervous’ — Referee Daniel Laryea Reflects on AFCON Semi-Final Experience
-
Entertainment11 hours ago‘Stop Kissing Babies Mouth-to-Mouth’ — Angela Okorie Sparks Debate Online
