BREAKING: Meranda re-elected as Lagos Assembly Deputy Speaker
Mojisola Meranda has been reelected as the Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Meranda, who just resigned on Monday afternoon as Speaker of the House, accepted the role of the deputy speaker pledging to serve the state in good faith. “This is a notice of resignation as Speaker of the Lagos State
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Mojisola Meranda has been reelected as the Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Meranda, who just resigned on Monday afternoon as Speaker of the House, accepted the role of the deputy speaker pledging to serve the state in good faith. “This is a notice of resignation as Speaker of the Lagos State
Read moreBREAKING: Meranda resigns as Lagos Assembly speaker
Mojisola Meranda has resigned as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. “This is a notice of resignation as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly,” Meranda read her resignation letter out at the plenary Monday on afternoon,” she said at a special plenary on Monday. Meranda assumed office on January 13,
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Mojisola Meranda has resigned as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. “This is a notice of resignation as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly,” Meranda read her resignation letter out at the plenary Monday on afternoon,” she said at a special plenary on Monday. Meranda assumed office on January 13,
Read moreBREAKING: Lagos assembly deputy speaker, Chief Whip resign
The deputy speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Nojeed Fatai, has resigned. The Chief Whip of the Assembly, Sanni Okanlawon, has also resigned from his position. This is as lawmakers at the House have hailed Speaker Mojisola Meranda for listening to the All Progressives Congress and “letting go.” Meranda may be resigning from
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The deputy speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Nojeed Fatai, has resigned. The Chief Whip of the Assembly, Sanni Okanlawon, has also resigned from his position. This is as lawmakers at the House have hailed Speaker Mojisola Meranda for listening to the All Progressives Congress and “letting go.” Meranda may be resigning from
Read moreEPL: Fulham defend Bassey against online abuse after FA Cup win
Fulham have condemned the racist and homophobic abuse directed at their defender, Calvin Bassey, online after he scored in Sunday’s FA Cup victory over Manchester United. Nigeria international Bassey gave his side the lead before half-time in the match, which ended 1-1 at Old Trafford before Fulham overcame the hosts on penalties to qualify for
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Fulham have condemned the racist and homophobic abuse directed at their defender, Calvin Bassey, online after he scored in Sunday’s FA Cup victory over Manchester United. Nigeria international Bassey gave his side the lead before half-time in the match, which ended 1-1 at Old Trafford before Fulham overcame the hosts on penalties to qualify for
Read moreKano Assembly summons LGA chairman over market demolition
The Kano State House of Assembly has summoned the Chairman of Rano Local Government Area to explain the recent demolitions carried out at the Rano market, an action that has sparked controversy among traders and the general public. The lawmaker representing Rano LGA, Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad Rano, presented an urgent motion during today’s plenary, calling
Kano Assembly summons LGA chairman over market demolition

The Kano State House of Assembly has summoned the Chairman of Rano Local Government Area to explain the recent demolitions carried out at the Rano market, an action that has sparked controversy among traders and the general public.
The lawmaker representing Rano LGA, Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad Rano, presented an urgent motion during today’s plenary, calling for intervention to assist affected traders. He stated that the demolitions were carried out without prior notice, leaving hundreds of traders in distress and posing a threat to the economic stability of the area.
The Assembly approved the motion and demanded that the local government chairman appear before it to clarify the reasons behind the demolitions, particularly given the hardships faced by the affected community.
Some of the affected traders have called on the state government to intervene and provide support, urging a halt to further demolitions.
The Assembly assured that it would continue to monitor the situation to ensure justice and protect the rights of the people.
Kano Assembly summons LGA chairman over market demolition

JUST IN: Lagos lawmakers Meranda’s impact as Speaker
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have commended the leadership and legislative performance of Speaker Mojisola Meranda, praising her diligence and impact within her short time in office. Meranda assumed office on January 13, 2025, following the removal of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, who is reportedly poised for reinstatement. Despite her brief tenure,
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Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have commended the leadership and legislative performance of Speaker Mojisola Meranda, praising her diligence and impact within her short time in office. Meranda assumed office on January 13, 2025, following the removal of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, who is reportedly poised for reinstatement. Despite her brief tenure,
Read moreRetired AIG calls for greater support, funding for Nigeria police
A retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Mr Abiodun Asabi, has identified inadequate support, particularly in the area of funding, from Nigerians as a serious challenge facing Nigeria Police Force. To this end, Asabi, who is a former Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, called on the Federal Government and other stakeholders to fund and
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A retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Mr Abiodun Asabi, has identified inadequate support, particularly in the area of funding, from Nigerians as a serious challenge facing Nigeria Police Force. To this end, Asabi, who is a former Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, called on the Federal Government and other stakeholders to fund and
Read moreUK Royal Society debates expelling Elon Musk from fellowship
Britain’s Royal Society will hold a crucial meeting on Monday following calls to expel technology billionaire Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, from the prestigious scientific institute. Founded in 1660, the Royal Society describes itself as a “fellowship of many of the world’s most eminent scientists” and is a key voice in the global scientific
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Britain’s Royal Society will hold a crucial meeting on Monday following calls to expel technology billionaire Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, from the prestigious scientific institute. Founded in 1660, the Royal Society describes itself as a “fellowship of many of the world’s most eminent scientists” and is a key voice in the global scientific
Read moreJUST IN: Meranda presides over Lagos assembly plenary, Obasa absent
Speaker Mojisola Meranda is currently presiding over the plenary at the Lagos State House of Assembly. Ousted Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, who was earlier at the assembly complex is not at the Monday sitting. The PUNCH reports that Obasa, Meranda and all the lawmakers at the House earlier held a meeting outside the chamber. The meeting
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Speaker Mojisola Meranda is currently presiding over the plenary at the Lagos State House of Assembly. Ousted Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, who was earlier at the assembly complex is not at the Monday sitting. The PUNCH reports that Obasa, Meranda and all the lawmakers at the House earlier held a meeting outside the chamber. The meeting
Read moreVIDEO: Pedestrian bridge closure triggers congestion for Oshodi commuters
An alternative pedestrian bridge in the Oshodi area of Lagos State was packed with commuters early on Monday, March 3, following the closure of the pedestrian bridge linking Oshodi Bus Terminals 2 and 3. The Lagos State Government had ordered the bridge’s immediate closure in January, citing concerns over its safety and structural integrity. Officials
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An alternative pedestrian bridge in the Oshodi area of Lagos State was packed with commuters early on Monday, March 3, following the closure of the pedestrian bridge linking Oshodi Bus Terminals 2 and 3. The Lagos State Government had ordered the bridge’s immediate closure in January, citing concerns over its safety and structural integrity. Officials
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