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The Lagos State Government has initiated plans to introduce special vehicle number plates for Persons with Disabilities, PWDs, as part of efforts to promote inclusion, improve accessibility and make movement easier across the state.

A statement by the Lagos state he government said the initiative is being championed by the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs, LASODA, in collaboration with the Lagos State Motor Vehicle Administration Agency, MVAA.

The move followed a courtesy visit by the management of LASODA to the MVAA, where both agencies discussed possible areas of collaboration on the development and implementation of a disability-friendly vehicle identification system.

Speaking during the meeting, the Permanent Secretary of the Motor Vehicle Administration Agency, Mr. Abdulrasheed Muri-Okunola, described the proposed number plates as a major step towards achieving the vision of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration of building “A Greater Lagos That Leaves No One Behind.”

He explained that the special number plates would improve recognition, accessibility and ease of movement for persons with disabilities across Lagos State.

“This is indeed a laudable initiative that aligns perfectly with the principles of inclusive governance. We are committed to supporting this process and are confident that the collaboration between our agencies will yield positive results,” he said.

Muri-Okunola also disclosed that discussions had already begun with the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, on the proposed special vehicle number plates for persons with disabilities in Lagos State.

He added that the agency would begin the necessary administrative procedures and continue working closely with LASODA to ensure the initiative is successfully implemented.

Earlier, the General Manager of LASODA, Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, said the visit was aimed at starting strategic discussions on the introduction of special number plates designed to meet the needs of persons with disabilities in the state.

She explained that the initiative would cover all categories of persons with disabilities, as well as parents of children with disabilities and their caregivers, noting that the system would improve identification, accessibility and support for members of the disability community.

“Inclusion is not just a buzzword; it is a reality that must be reflected in every policy and system we put in place. Specialised number plates will not only aid identification but also reinforce our commitment to building a society where no one is left behind,” she said.

Oyetunde-Lawal further urged all stakeholders to embrace inclusion, stressing that creating an inclusive society requires collective effort.

“Inclusion begins with you and me. Every one of us has a role to play in ensuring that persons with disabilities are recognised, respected and fully integrated into every aspect of society,” she added.

Both agencies reaffirmed their commitment to working together to advance the initiative, noting that it aligns with the provisions of the Lagos State Special People’s Law, LSSPL, which established LASODA to protect the rights of persons with disabilities, eliminate discrimination and promote equal opportunities.

They noted that the introduction of special vehicle number plates is expected to improve accessibility, visibility and the active participation of persons with disabilities across Lagos State.

The meeting ended with both agencies restating their commitment to the initiative. It was attended by directors and senior management staff of LASODA and the Motor Vehicle Administration Agency.

Lagos to introduce special vehicle number plates for persons with disabilities

Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Sheba, has advised fellow housemate and admirer, Trams, to improve his toasting skills after

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Buying land in Lagos can be one of the smartest investments one can ever make, or one of the most expensive mistakes. Every year, unsuspecting buyers lose millions of naira after purchasing plots backed by forged documents, fake excision claims, or manipulated survey plans.

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A 45-year-old Nigerian man has been jailed in the UK for the repeated s£xual assault of a woman at Euston station which he claimes was consensual. 

Obinwa Obichukwu, 45, attacked the victim twice on the evening of August 20, 2023, after grabbing her hand and proclaiming his “love”.

He first approached the lone woman as she walked towards the busy interchange and attempted to start a conversation about the music she was listening to. 

Obichukwu then put his arm around the victim’s shoulder, asked her back to his house, and pursued her down Euston Road.

Obichukwu proceeded to s£xually assault her at the station entrance and again near the ticket barriers after following her down the escalator to the Tube. 

The woman managed to push him off and get away, leaving Obichukwu at the station.

British Transport Police (BTP) officers later tracked him to his Hertfordshire home address and arrested him for s£xual assault. 

Obichukwu, of Armstrong Close, was found guilty on two counts in January 2026 and sentenced to two years in prison at Inner London Crown Court on July 21, 2026.

He was also given a 10-year S£xual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) and will be on the s£x offenders register for a decade.

Detective Constable Daniel Burke said: “Obinwa Obichukwu is a s£xual predator who targeted a lone woman and attacked her at a busy London station. He claimed his assault was consensual and took his case to trial, but fortunately, the jury saw straight through his lies, and he’s now behind bars where he belongs.

“Tackling violence and intimidation against women and girls is a priority for us as a force, and we’re tireless in our efforts to bring offenders like Obichukwu to justice. If you experience or witness these crimes on the railway, please report it to us by texting 61016. We will always take action.”

 

President Bola Tinubu has given the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) a clean bill of health, accusing the opposition parties of crying wolf.

Speaking while receiving the leadership of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), led by its President, Most Rev. Matthew Ndagoso, at the State House, Abuja, on Tuesday, President Tinubu said

“The opportunities are equal. INEC is neutral. They have never intimidated anyone. If political opponents are crying wolf, maybe they are afraid of their own shadows and uncertainty in the companies they keep, not me.” 

Ahead of the 2027 elections, the opposition parties have repeatedly accused INEC of undermining their activities to favour the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

While speaking to the Bishops, the President assured Nigerians that the ongoing restructuring of security operations and institutions will deliver victory over terrorism, band!try and k!dnappings across the country.

President Tinubu emphasised that Nigeria’s security architecture is being repositioned for greater efficiency.

He said the security challenges were being confronted through enhanced intelligence gathering, restructuring and repositioning of security institutions, improved logistical support, and prioritisation of frontline personnel welfare.

Cybersecurity is no longer a niche career reserved for IT professionals. From banks and fintech startups to hospitals, schools, government agencies, and e-commerce platforms, organisations are investing heavily in digital security as cyber threats become more sophisticated. 

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The Federal Government has urged banks, investors, and private sector operators to channel more capital into Nigeria’s health sector,

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Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected collaborators of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, during an intelligence-led operation in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State.

The arrests were disclosed by counter-insurgency and security analyst Zagazola Makama in a post on X.

According to intelligence sources cited by Makama, troops of the 109 Special Forces Battalion, in collaboration with Hybrid Forces, carried out the operation at about 5:08 a.m. on July 28 following credible intelligence from the Hybrid Forces Headquarters in Maiduguri.

The operation led to the arrest of Modu Collu, 20, and Bashir Goni Tijani, 47, both residents of Magumeri town.

The sources said preliminary interrogation indicated that the suspects admitted to collaborating with Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters operating in the area.

Troops also recovered a Tecno mobile phone belonging to one of the suspects, Modu Collu, during the operation. The device has been taken into custody for further analysis.

Military sources said the suspects and the recovered exhibit are being processed and will be handed over to the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre (JIFC) for further investigation and necessary action.

The arrests are part of ongoing intelligence-driven operations under Operation DESERT SANITY V aimed at dismantling terrorist support networks, disrupting logistics and denying insurgents access to local collaborators across the North-East.

Military authorities said the security situation across the theatre remains relatively calm but unpredictable, adding that troops have maintained a high level of morale and operational readiness.

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President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday received Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, the president-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), at the State House in Abuja ahead of her official inauguration as the association’s 33rd president.

Badejo-Okusanya, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), was accompanied on the courtesy visit by Foluke Dada-Lawanson, Dean of the Faculty of Law at Caleb University; Ezinwa Okoroafor, President of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria; Hadiza Afegbua, FCT Lead of the NBA Women Forum; and Ramlat Ridhwan, Publicity Lead of the BBold campaign team.

The visit comes just days after Badejo-Okusanya made history by becoming the first woman elected president of the Nigerian Bar Association on July 19, 2026. She is the second woman to lead the NBA after Priscilla Kuye, who served as the association’s president between 1991 and 1992.

Badejo-Okusanya is expected to succeed Afam Osigwe during the NBA Annual General Conference in Enugu next month, where she will officially begin her two-year tenure as president of Nigeria’s foremost legal association.

Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Sheba, has urged colleague and admirer, Trams, to improve his toasting skills.

The 32-year-old gave the advice after Trams revealed that he has been flirting with her since they got into the house after she disclosed that she was a single mother.

Sheba expressed surprise over Trams’ revelation, saying that his toasting skills were so poor she didn’t even notice he has been trying to woo her.

She advised him to step up his game as regards flirting or approaching women.

During a late night conversation on Tuesday, Sheba showed Trams some photos of her son.

Trams: “So you have a kid?”

Sheba: “Yeah.”

Trams: “I have been toasting someone’s mother?”

Sheba: “If that thing you’re doing is toasting, you need to step up your game.”

BBNaija 11: You need to step up your toasting skills – Sheba tells admirer Trams