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Where’s the Excavator? LASTMA in Hot Seat Over Missing ₦70M Machine
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) is facing intense criticism over allegations of attempting to conceal the theft of an impounded excavator valued at approximately ₦70 million, reportedly carried out by two of its staff members.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has been thrown into turmoil following the alleged theft of an impounded excavator valued at approximately ₦70 million, with accusations surfacing that top officials within the agency are shielding one of the suspects involved in the scandal.
The incident, which reportedly occurred on June 10, has sparked internal unrest, with multiple staff members claiming that management is attempting to suppress the matter. According to sources familiar with the situation—who requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the case—the excavator had been parked at LASTMA’s headquarters for over a decade after being impounded.
The theft came to light when workers returned to duty after the Sallah holiday and noticed the heavy-duty equipment was missing. “That excavator had been there for more than 10 years. Normally, such vehicles can only be removed with proper documentation and official clearance,” one source said. “When we resumed after Sallah, it was gone.”
Preliminary findings suggest that a Private Sector Participant (PSP) operator who owns a towing vehicle presented a signed release document at the agency’s gate and was granted access to remove the excavator. “We later discovered that the document was signed by the second suspect in the case,” the insider added.
The excavator, reportedly worth at least ₦70 million, was later dismantled and allegedly sold as scrap metal. While one of the suspects—who works with towing operations for LASTMA—was interrogated and detained, the second individual, believed to have signed off on the release, has not been arrested or questioned.
“It’s unjust to blame just one person,” the source emphasized. “The individual who approved the removal is still walking free. We suspect he’s being protected by powerful figures within the agency.”
When PUNCH Metro contacted LASTMA’s spokesperson, Taofeek Adebayo, he referred the reporter to an Assistant General Manager (AGM), who also declined to comment on the matter. “The management will respond at the appropriate time. I am not in a position to provide any information,” the AGM said before ending the call. As of press time, he had yet to follow up.
Attempts to reach the General Manager of LASTMA, Bakare Oki-Olalekan, were unsuccessful, as phone calls went unanswered. However, the spokesperson for the Lagos State Ministry of Transport, Bolanle Ogunlola, told PUNCH Metro that the agency itself would be better positioned to address the allegations. “You should try to speak with the GM of LASTMA. He may have the relevant information,” she said.
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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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