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The Association of Nigerian Artisans and Technicians (ASNAT) has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian military for rescuing abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State.   In a statement on Tuesday, ASNAT’s Head of Media, Abdulkadir Salihu, said the operation reflected Tinubu’s commitment to protecting lives and strengthening national security.     Salihu said the successful rescue demonstrated the administration’s resolve to combat insecurity through decisive leadership and effective deployment of security assets.     He said the operation aligned with the objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at improving safety and restoring public confidence nationwide.     He praised officers and personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for their bravery, professionalism and tactical efficiency during the operation.     Salihu said the troops displayed exceptional courage while navigating difficult terrai...

    A Lagos resident, Mr Muhammad Armayau, has praised the state’s emergency response agencies for rescuing his seven-month-old daughter during a medical emergency in Badagry.   Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.   He said that the resident praised the prompt response of the Lagos State Emergency Response Team after his daughter fell ill. According to Omotoso, Armayau said the baby developed high fever for two days but heavy rainfall and absence of means of transport prevented the family from taking her to a hospital. He said the family contacted Lagos State Government’s toll-free emergency line, 112, and received an immediate response from an emergency response officer. According to Omotoso, the officer requested for the family’s address and a nearby landmark. He said that 20 minutes later, the officer at the Lagos Emergency Response Call Centre o called back to confirm that an ambul...

  Horse Riders on display at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa     Lagos to host largest horse race carnival, target over 30,000 guests     Race By Aderonke Ojediran/Olanrewaju Akojede   Lagos, July 7, 2026 (NAN) Lagos is set to host one of the largest horse racing carnivals in the country, with organisers projecting attendance of more than 30,000 guests at the three-day event. The organisers disclosed this at a news conference held on Tuesday at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa. Femi Fashoro, Convener of the Lagos Grand Horse Race (LGHR), said the event would attract both local and international horse riders. He said the event, themed “Racing into the Future,” would hold from Sept. 11 to Sept. 13 at the National Stadium, Surulere. Fashoro said the carnival was designed to promote youth participation in sports while showcasing Lagos as a leading destination for sports tourism and entertainment. ...

 Eko Club U-15, U-19 squash tournament ends with thrilling finals, organisers hail rising standards  The second edition of the Eko Club National Under-15 and Under-19 Squash Tournament ended on Saturday in Lagos with impressive displays by young players, as organisers commended the rising standard of junior squash in Nigeria. Chairman of the Squash Section of Eko Club, Gbenga Feyisetan, said the tournament, organised in memory of the late Adejuwon Adenuga, had continued to fulfil its objective of grooming young talents and preparing them for international competitions. Feyisetan said that the three-day championship attracted players from 10 states and five clubs across the country. He said Eko Club provided accommodation and feeding for the athletes, alongside their coaches, parents and guardians, throughout the competition. According to him, the tournament has become an important platform for discovering and nurturing future national stars. "The maiden edition was highly succ...

 Sanwo-Olu reaffirms support for cooperatives as LASCOFED unveils online radio       Cooperatives   By Aderonke Ojediran   Lagos, July 4, 2026 (NAN) Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening cooperative societies through financing, digital innovation and institutional reforms aimed at promoting inclusive economic growth and peaceful communities.   Sanwo-Olu made the reaffirmation at the 2026 International Day of Cooperatives held at the Lagos State Cooperative Federation (LASCOFED) Multipurpose Hall, Ikeja, with the theme, “Cooperatives for a Peaceful World’’.   The governor was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mr Babatunde Onigbanjo.   He described cooperatives as enduring vehicles for economic empowerment, social inclusion and community development, noting that they had continued to unite people across social, religious...

The second edition of the Eko Club National Under-15 and Under-19 Boys and Girls Squash Tournament, held in memory of late Adejuwon Adenuga, began on Thursday with exciting opening-round matches as young players from across Nigeria battled for places in the next stage. The tournament, organised by Eko Club, attracted participants from Lagos, Ogun, Kwara, Edo, Rivers, Oyo, Abuja and other states, with several top junior players recording comfortable victories on the opening day. Tournament Director, Yusuf Durosinlorun, said the quality of play witnessed on day one reflected the steady growth of grassroots squash development across the country. "The opening day produced impressive performances and a high standard of competition. It is encouraging to see young players displaying confidence, discipline and technical ability," the referee said. In the Under-15 boys' category, Nworah Devine of Lagos defeated Edo's Iyawe Osamudiamen 11-4, 11-9, while Kwara's Fatai Abdulr...