Protest rocked the Ikorodu area of Lagos State on Friday after a trailer crushed four persons to death. There was pandemonium in the area on Friday as aggrieved residents stormed the streets to protest after a trailer crushed four persons to death in the area. It was gathered that the victims were crushed to death […]
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Lagos State: Ikotun In Disarray As Fuel Tanker Explodes
There was palpable tension at Banire, Ikotun Road in the Alimosho area of Lagos as a diesel-laden tanker suddenly exploded after losing control on Tuesday morning. The inferno was confirmed by the Director-General of Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu. Many residents and motorists were said to have narrowly escaped death in […]
Be Wary Of Fake Personnel — EKEDC Tells Lagosians
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has warned Lagos residents over the use of unauthorised personnel within its network in the state. EKEDC enjoined the residents to be wary of unlicensed contractors. It called on Lagos residents to shun illegal activities and the use of unauthorised personnel within its network in the state. The advice […]
4 Bridges In Lagos Where Robbers Attack People Most
A research carried out by Gistongist reveals the 4 most dangerous bridges to us in Lagos state. According to the research, the following are the bridges in Lagos state where robbery cases are reported most. Oshodi bridge This is one of the most notorious bridges in Lagos. Former Governor of Lagos, Babatunde Fashola tried to […]
Demolished illegal structures at iganmu under bridge
Lagos state task force demolishes illegal structures and shanties at Iganmu under bridge after serving them a three day notice of removal yesterday. ” The move was made to create lasting solutions to traffic jam in Apapa and Ijoba and also put and end to traffic robberies within the axis” the Lagos task force says.
Ohanaeze Affirms Kanu’s Words, Says IPOB Not Planning To Attack Lagos
Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has debunked reports circulating that the members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) were planning to attack Lagos State. The Ohanaeze Ndigbo President said the group would not indulge in any activity that would harm the peace and cordial relationship between Igbo and Yoruba. The group described the […]
IPOB Is Not Planning To Attack Lagos — Nnamdi Kanu
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has debunked the allegations that the group is plotting an attack on soft targets in Lagos State. Kanu, while reacting to the allegations via his verified Twitter handle on Monday, said the “lie” was an attempt to fuel division. Gistongist had earlier reported that […]
Mile 12 In Disarray As Hoodlum Attack Facilities
Suspected hoodlums have attacked facilities at Mile 12 in Kosofe Local Government Area of Lagos State. In a video, the residents of the area were seen fleeing for safety. The residents were thrown into pandemonium as suspected hoodlums attacked facilities in the area. This was made known by popular Nigerian comedian and movie star, Ayodeji […]
Chairmanship Aspirant Shot Dead, Others Injured By Gunmen In Ikorodu
Gunmen have shot dead 54-year-old Ifeanyi Godfrey during an attack on the off2ice of an All Progressive Congress chairmanship aspirant in the Ijede area of Ikorodu, Lagos State, Mr Oluwatosin Onamade. Gistongist gathered that Oluwatosin and his workers, including his brother, Oluwafemi, were at the office when the gunmen suddenly stormed the premises and started […]
NiMet Forecast Thunderstorm In Lagos, Ogun, Kebbi and Others
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and thunderstorms from Sunday to Tuesday across the country. NiMet’s weather outlook released in Abuja on Saturday predicted sunny skies over the northern region with patches of clouds over parts of Sokoto, Zamfara, Kebbi, Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, Adamawa and Taraba. According to it, there are prospects of […]