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June 28, 2026

LASTMA unveils toll-free hotline for traffic emergencies

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has launched a new toll-free short-code hotline, 3367, to improve emergency response, traffic management and accountability across the state.   In a statement issued on Sunday by the agency’s Director of Public Affairs
Politics
June 28, 2026

Presidency defends First Lady’s ‘akara’ remark

The Presidency has defended First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s recent comments encouraging Nigerians to engage in small-scale businesses such as selling akara (bean cake) and roasted corn.   Speaking on the Mic-On podcast, the Special Adviser to the President on Media
Security
June 28, 2026

Rival ISWAP commanders clash, several fighters feared dead

Several fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) are feared to have been killed following a clash between rival commanders in the Timbuktu Triangle, reportedly triggered by a disagreement over a planned attack.   Counter-terrorism analyst Zagazola Makama