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Lagosians welcomed the reported shake-up at LAWMA, while gently reminding the government that resignation letters are not the same as waste trucks. The refuse by the bus stop has also reportedly refused to resign.
Nyesom Dwala
Lagos says the Lekki–Epe repairs will take 35 days, a bold claim in a city where “quick diversion” can become a semester. Residents have been advised to pack snacks, charge phones, and accept that their cars may develop an emotional attachment to traffic.
Nyesom Dwala
After 111 more Nigerians returned from South Africa, officials hailed the 15th evacuation as proof the system works, mainly the part that brings citizens back to the same problems they originally left behind.
Nyesom Dwala
Oyo gave teachers a well-earned Monday off for World Teachers’ Day, but students have already claimed the public holiday like it was written in their own lesson notes. Parents, now trapped at home with full-volume children, suddenly understand why “backbone of education” needs physiotherapy.
Nyesom Dwala
The NCC says it has seized ₦7 million worth of pirated books in Abuja, confirming that even literature has entered Nigeria’s “original copy” economy. Investigators now hope to find the masterminds before someone photocopies the evidence and sells it in traffic.
Nyesom Dwala
Edo’s governor has promised five-minute security response, suggesting the state may have accidentally invented Nigeria’s fastest delivery service. Residents are now waiting to see if the emergency line will pick up before the emergency ends.
Nyesom Dwala
After IPMAN hinted that petrol prices may reduce “in the coming days,” Nigerians have reportedly begun holding midnight vigils beside their fuel tanks. Experts warn that in Nigeria, “soon” can mean anything from tomorrow to after your generator has finished the evidence.
Nyesom Dwala
Following an indefinite staff strike at Plateau varsity, students have reportedly rediscovered sleeping, tailoring, crypto charts and staring at ceilings, while parents update their school-fees grief with fresh data.
Nyesom Dwala
As NAFDAC moves to retire sachet alcohol, Nigerians have begun mourning the end of “small small” with the solemnity usually reserved for fuel subsidy removal, national grid collapse, and the last piece of meat in party jollof.
Nyesom Dwala
After just 20 days of marriage, Peller’s gift list is reportedly making state ministries look like NYSC corpers awaiting allawee. Experts say Nigerian singles are now reviewing love, companionship and shared values as “nice extras” behind the main objective: inventory.
Nyesom Dwala
The suspect allegedly extorted motorists with nothing but confidence, a laminated card, and the correct amount of menace, leaving Nigerians to wonder whether his real crime was impersonation or failing to be on the official payroll.
Nyesom Dwala
After a week in detention over a Facebook comment, Denis Odama was released by a governor who promptly reminded Nigerians he has always loved free speech, especially once public outrage has entered the group chat.
Nyesom Dwala
The UK’s first African and Black film cinema has given Nigerians abroad a historic moment of unity, pride, and immediate LinkedIn activity. Sources say several cousins have already updated their CVs “just in case Mo is still looking for staff.”
Nyesom Dwala
After Tems announced new music, Nigerians bravely set aside minor distractions like inflation and governance to confront the true emergency: a woman promoting her job while the country is doing country things.
Nyesom Dwala
A routine greeting has plunged the republic into another constitutional crisis, as Nigerians debate whether Toyin Abraham’s knees acted culturally, politically, or with intent to collect small change from billionaires.
Nyesom Dwala
A post-breakup ring reveal has sent Nigerian Twitter into full investigative committee mode, with Bella’s silence now being analysed like missing budget documents. Experts say “no comment” remains the most powerful statement in celebrity relations.
Nyesom Dwala
Economists say the singer’s latest look has unlocked more liquidity than three policy committees and a televised address combined, as tailors nationwide prepare to hear “exactly like Ayra, but cheaper” until further notice.
Nyesom Dwala
Having provided the Super Falcons with unpaid bonuses, vibes and the occasional motivational tweet, Nigeria has formally requested flawless victory, assuring the team the whole nation is behind them, specifically where the invoices cannot see us.
Nyesom Dwala
Ondo lawmakers have paused lawmaking until their Speaker stops speaking as Speaker, in a bold defence of democracy’s most sacred principle: no governance until the chair matter is settled.
Nyesom Dwala
Housemates nominated with INEC-level seriousness, fans opened spreadsheets, and Biggie responded by putting everybody up anyway. Democracy entered the BBNaija house, saw the twist, and immediately japa’d.
Nyesom Dwala
In a major win for Nigerian entertainment journalism, 47 blogs have confirmed a celebrity regained consciousness today by opening their eyes, entering a car, and refusing to explain the implications to anxious netizens.
Nyesom Dwala
The Nollywood project, titled Quote Tweet, will follow two Nigerians arguing for three days about a topic neither understands until it becomes about tribe, feminism, Tinubu, Messi and jollof. Producers say the film ends only when everyone’s data finishes.
Nyesom Dwala
A Lagos cleric has disrupted Nigeria’s prophecy market by launching his 2027 revelations before 2026 could finish loading, complete with Platinum packages, bonus 2028 spoilers, and instalment plans for believers whose destiny is currently on a tight budget.
Nyesom Dwala
