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Four LP lawmakers defect to APC

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Four members of the Labour Party Caucus in the House of Representatives have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The lawmakers are Chinedu Okere (Owerri municipal/owerri north/Owerri west constituency), Mathew Donatus (Kaura federal constituency of Kaduna), Akiba Bassey (Calabar municipal/Odukpani constituency), and Esosa Iyawe (Oredo federal constituency of Edo).

Speaker Abbas Tajudeen announced the defections on Thursday after reading letters from the lawmakers.

The Labour Party became Nigeria’s third largest party last year following its impressive performance in the general elections.

The party also won dozens of seats in the federal legislature and many seats in state assemblies. It also won the governorship election in Abia State.

The party’s performance was largely driven by the popularity of its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, who came third in the presidential election but won in as many states as the eventual winner, President Bola Tinubu.

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NIPOST Intercepts Cannabis By Post

The shipment originated from Bangkok, Thailand, and was addressed to a recipient in Lagos.

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The Nigerian Postal Service has intercepted a consignment containing seven pouches of cannabis concealed inside a duvet cover that arrived in Lagos from Thailand.

The shipment originated from Bangkok, Thailand, and was addressed to a recipient in Lagos.

Details of the sender and receiver have been withheld as investigations are ongoing by the appropriate Security Agencies.

This interception underscores NIPOST’s commitment to transforming the postal industry into a secure, reliable, and trusted channel of communication and commerce.

The agency is determined to protect the public from the dangers of illicit substances while safeguarding the integrity of the postal network.

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BREAKING: Fire Outbreak at Afriland Tower on Broad Street, Lagos Island (Photos)

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A fire outbreak is currently raging at the six-storey Afriland Tower on Broad Street, Lagos Island.

According to the Deputy Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Ogabi Olajide, the emergency call was received at exactly 1:38 PM today.

Firefighters from the Ebute Elefun and Sari Iganmu Fire Stations swiftly responded to the scene.

The blaze reportedly started in the inverter room located in the basement of the building. Thick smoke has since spread throughout multiple floors, shrouding the entire structure.

Evacuation of occupants is actively underway. Firefighting crews have successfully brought the flames under control, helping to restore calm after initial panic gripped the area.

More updates to follow.

Video link below: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOqok93jsE8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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UPDATE: LASEMA Promises Swift Action Following Ebute Meta Building Collapse

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Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has reaffirmed its dedication to protecting lives and property following the recent building collapse in Ebute Meta.

At the site on Monday evening, LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, announced that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the cause of the collapse. The probe will include material testing and other technical assessments by relevant authorities.

“Our top priority is safeguarding lives, and we are committed to preventing similar incidents in the future,” Oke-Osanyintolu stated. “We have mobilized all necessary agencies for a comprehensive investigation.”

He urged residents to support government efforts by complying with building regulations and reporting unsafe structures, emphasizing that enforcement requires community cooperation.

Regarding casualties, Oke-Osanyintolu said the numbers are still being confirmed. So far, six people have been rescued alive, while four have been confirmed dead. Emergency teams remain on site, conducting rescue operations with caution and professionalism.

Heavy-duty equipment has been deployed, and efforts have continued nonstop since the collapse on Friday evening.

The Permanent Secretary stressed that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration is committed to enforcing building codes strictly but called on residents to adhere to approved standards for their safety.

“We urge everyone to stay calm and allow rescue teams to work without disruption,” he added.

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