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A brand-new luxury yacht valued at nearly $1 million has shockingly sunk just 15 minutes after setting sail on its maiden voyage off the coast of northern Turkey. The 85-foot vessel, named Dolce Vento, capsized on Tuesday in the Eregli district of Zonguldak province, leaving passengers and crew scrambling for safety. Dramatic footage shows the yacht tilting dangerously to one side before disappearing beneath the water. Eyes Of Lagos reports, The Turkish Coast Guard and port authorities quickly responded to the emergency, securing the area and assisting with recovery efforts. According to reports, the yacht had only just been delivered…

The Oyo State Government has paid out the sum of N200 million to a fresh batch of property owners affected by the ongoing construction on the first segment of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road. Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr Williams Akin-Funmilayo, who handed out the cheques to beneficiaries on Thursday, said they were the fourth batch of beneficiaries to receive compensation from the state government. Speaking at the Ministry of Lands shortly after giving cheques to scores of property owners, Akin-Funmilayo maintained that the state has now paid compensation to 193 beneficiares out of the…

In a message released today, Friday, September 5, 2025, , member of house of representative representing Ibadan South West and North West Federal Constituency in Oyo state, Hon Stanley Olajide Odidiomo has  extended his greetings to the Muslim community on the occasion of Eid-el-Maulud, calling for a renewal of key virtues. Odidiomo who is the chairman house committee on ICT and Cyber Security emphasized that the celebration, which marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), serves as a reminder of the Prophet’s teachings, including compassion, honesty, humility, justice, and service to humanity. He urged citizens to embrace these values…

The former Chairman of Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA), Engr. Najeem Omirinde, has extended warm greetings to Muslims in Saki Federal Constituency and beyond on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Mawlid celebration. In his goodwill message, Omirinde congratulated the Chief Imam of SAKI, Abdul AZEEZ Jeje Kumin, Okere of Saki Oba (Dr.) Khalid Oyeniyi Olabisi Oyedepo III and Muslim ummah in Saki West/ Saki East/Atisbo Federal Constituency and Oyo state Muslim Ummah for witnessing the commemoration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), describing the occasion as a time for deep reflection on…

The Olugbon of Orile—Igbon HRM Oba Francis Alao has declared that he will not be dragged into media brickbats with anyone over land matters. The monarch also warned media organizations against surrendering their platforms for those with inordinate ambition to taint his hard-earned reputation, pointing out its legal consequences. Oba Alao said one David Oyediran, with whom he is in court over a land matter, is spreading unfounded allegations against him in online newspapers and social media with a view to provoking him and tarnishing his image. He called the attention of online newspaper proprietors to the risk in using…

Olugbon Warns Against Media Attacks, Vows to Let Court Decide Land Dispute The Olugbon of Orile—Igbon HRM Oba Francis Alao has declared that he will not be dragged into media brickbats with anyone over land matters. The monarch also warned media organizations against surrendering their platforms for those with inordinate ambition to taint his hard-earned reputation, pointing out its legal consequences. Oba Alao said one David Oyediran, with whom he is in court over a land matter, is spreading unfounded allegations against him in online newspapers and social media with a view to provoking him and tarnishing his image. He…

The Southwest Development Commission (SWDC) has formally held its inaugural Board meeting in Ibadan, Oyo State, outlining an ambitious agenda aimed at unlocking the full economic potential of the Southwest region. The meeting, held on Monday and Tuesday September 1 and 2, 2025, brought together all newly inaugurated members of the commission’s Board, including the Chairman, Senator Olubunmi Adetunmbi; the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO), Dr Charles Akinola; executive directors; and other Board members. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, the MD/CEO declared that the commission was “set for full take-off” and is determined to deliver on its statutory…

FG Unveils Revised School Curricula to Equip Nigerian Students with Future-Ready Skills The Federal Government said it completed a comprehensive review of school curricula for basic, senior secondary and technical education aimed to make Nigerian learners “future-ready.” The Ministry of Education disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday by its Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, and made available to newsmen on Sunday. Folasade said the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, announced the curriculum on behalf of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, while speaking in Abuja. According to the minister, the review…

The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) has clarified that the Federal Government does not subsidize Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), following recent pump price increases by some operators. In a statement on Wednesday, PCNGI explained that pricing decisions are determined by private sector players, while assuring that government agencies will continue to protect consumers against exploitation. “The recent adjustment in CNG pump price was carried out by NIPCO Gas, a private sector operator in the Auto-CNG market. NIPCO is one of several investors in the sector and, like other operators, retains the discretion to set prices in line with its business and…

Star actress Peju Ogunmola has been thrown into deep mourning following the sudden death of her only child, Ayomikun. The devastating news has left fans, colleagues, and sympathisers in sho+ck, as the entertainment industry rallies around her in this difficult moment. Reports revealed that Ayomikun tr@gically l0st his l!fe after an acc!dent in the bathroom. He reportedly slipp£d and fell, and despite efforts to reach out for help, he could not be rescu£d in time.😭 The pa!nful incident has left many speechless, given how unexpectedly it occurred. Sources close to the family disclosed that Ayomikun, who was said to be…