Geoscience Australia reported the quake just after 2am with an epicentre near the south Gippsland town of Korumburra.
This report is indexed by BAGANBAZAR GRAPH with its original publisher named and linked for readers.
Read at original outlet ↗
BAGANBAZAR GRAPHSource-attributed newsWORLD deskAcademic and non-academic workers in Lagos State-owned universities have threatened to commence an indefinite strike from October 3 over the alleged failure of the state government to implement agreements reached with the unions. The Joint Action Committee, JAC, of Lagos State-owned universities issued the warning during a media briefing on Friday, saying its members would withdraw their services if their demands were not addressed. The committee comprises the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU, and National Association of Academic Technologists, NAAT. The affected institutions are Lagos State University, LASU, Lagos State University College of Medicine, LASUCOM, Lagos State University of Science and Technology, LASUSTECH, and Lagos State University of Education, LASUED. JAC Chairman, Prof. Ibrahim Bakare, said the strike would commence at midnight on Saturday, October 3, following the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the Lagos State Government. Bakare said the decision followed months of unsuccessful negotiations, administrative delays and what the unions described as repeated reversals by government officials over the implementation of the signed 2026 Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN)/staff unions’ agreements. He said negotiations had appeared to yield progress on August 31, when the government and unions signed a resolution covering revised allowance structures, tax-exempt benefits and the payment of outstanding arrears alongside September salaries. However, Bakare said the September salaries were paid without the agreed adjustments or the outstanding arrears. He added that the failure to implement the agreement h
BAGANBAZAR GRAPHSource-attributed newsWORLD deskArgentina’s new captain, Cristian Romero has disclosed that Lionel Messi chose him for the position. During an interview with Adidas Football’s communications department, Romero said he harbours no regrets about his efforts to demonstrate his admiration for Messi. He was honouring the 39-year-old football legend, who is scheduled to play his final match in the coming week. The former Tottenham Hotspur star said, “He chose me to be captain, and that’s something beautiful. My way of showing love is pretty rough, but I told him I regret not showing him all the love I always had for him.” Also, Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez similarly engaged with the Adidas Football communications team, commending Messi as the individual who brought cohesion to the nation. He maintained that the 39-year-old will depart, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy. He said, “Leo did not merely unite the players within the national squad. He unified an entire nation. This constitutes the legacy he bequeaths. “I wish this period could have persisted indefinitely. We possess profound affection for him, and that affection shall remain with us throughout our existence. It is remarkable how a single individual can exert such substantial influence and fundamentally transform circumstances. “He serves as a model for all individuals. He encountered numerous challenging circumstances with the national team, yet he demonstrated unwavering determination. He consistently aspired to advance and achieve victories with Argentina. “During my period of recuperation from injury, I contemplated my personal circumstances and posed the question to myself: ‘In what manner can I return as my optimal self?’ Leo demonstrated considerable significance for me throughout that period….” Messi chose Argentina’s
BAGANBAZAR GRAPHSource-attributed newsWORLD deskVANITI Lagos, will host nominees of the 18th Headies Awards on Saturday, October 3, 2026, as part of activities leading up to the prestigious music awards. The exclusive nominees’ party is scheduled to begin at 10pm and will bring together this year’s nominees for an evening celebrating their achievements and the talent represented at the 18th edition of the Headies. According to the invitation, guests are expected to attend the event in Afro Glam attire. The nominees’ party is one of the activities lined up ahead of the 18th Headies Awards, providing an opportunity for nominees and other stakeholders to celebrate the talent recognised in this year’s edition. The Headies is one of Nigeria’s prominent music award platforms, with the annual ceremony celebrating outstanding achievements and talent within the Nigerian music industry. Over the years, the awards have provided a platform for recognising artistes, producers, songwriters and other contributors to the growth and development of Nigerian music. The organisers said they look forward to celebrating the nominees and the “incredible talent” represented at the 18th Headies. 18th Headies nominees party to hold at VANITI Lagos