At the Trade Fair Complex in Ojo, the Lagos State government on Thursday began the demolition of unsafe and illegal structures.
The Lagos State Building Control Agency, Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency, Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority, and the Ministry of Physical Planning collaborated in carrying out the operation.
Jubril, the governor’s senior special assistant for new media, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, confirmed the exercise in a post on X.
He claimed that the action was to re-instaure order and enforce physical planning regulations.
He claimed that the operation was aimed at “illegal developments, structures without statutory approvals, defective structures, and buildings erected on road setbacks and drainages.”
According to Gawat, “The Lagos State Government has begun to remove illegal developments, structures without statutory approval, and defective structures, as well as those constructed on roads and drainages in the Trade Fair Complex, Ojo Local Government area.”
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The pink scallop top from Boden has been updated for autumn 2025, and Princess Kate is a well-known fan. It also recently went on sale for less than £40.
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Kate Middleton is renowned for her love of tying high-end items with designer goods when it comes to fashion. And she adores Boden, a high-end brand.
The Princess of Wales has worn many pieces from the brand over the years, and one of our favourite items of hers is her pink knit top with a playful scallop neckline. Whilst Princess Kate ’s exact knit has long since sold out (she wore it back in 2021), Boden has launched a new, updated version of the knit – and it’s currently on sale.
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The Melina Cotton Ruffle Jumper, which was previously priced at £79, has now been reduced to £39.50, saving you almost £40. Similar details to Princess Kate’s knit are included in the jumper, but with a twist to reflect the jumper’s style for the fall of 2025.
The jumper has scallop details that give it that playful edge, just like Kate’s, and is available in a dusky pink color. The main difference is that the scallop trim is placed down in a crew neck style on the new and updated jumper rather than standing up in a high neck design like Princess Kate did. The scallop trim extends to the cuffs, which have a gathered detail around the wrists to create a blouson sleeve.
The Melina Cotton Ruffle Jumper is a perfect layering piece for autumn, and a must-have for the in-between weather when it’s too cold for a T-shirt but too warm for a proper chunk knit. The lightweight material keeps you warm without being too hot, and is made from 85% cotton and 15% wool which balances warmth and breathability perfectly.
It also has a relaxed, straight fit that is comfortable to wear over and under other clothing without being too tight or slim fitting, and it can be worn with anything from jeans to midi skirts and wide leggings. There is only one review right now that praises “Love it.” Want to wear black as well.
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This Laura Ashley Dusty Rose Scallop Cardigan, which costs $42 at Next, is another excellent option for the fall, along with a number of other options available on the high street. House of Bruar has its Ladies Merino &, Cashmere Ruffle Neck Jumper available in nine different colors for just £49.95, down from £79.95, on sale now.
Fans are drooling over Nicolas Alexander Chavez because of his outstanding work on films that transcend the screen.
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For their most recent creation, Nicholas collaborates with Jacquemus and Nike.
Nicholas Alexander Chavez has made a sizzling entrance into high fashion, swapping big screens for bold style as he strikes a pose for Jacquemus.
Fans were left drooling as Nicholas stripped off for a photoshoot to mark a collaboration between the high-end brand and iconic sportswear brand Nike. The actor appeared sweaty and topless with a pair of ‘Moon Shoes’, promoting the return of the legendary trainers.
Fans praised the actor for his good looks in the comments section, which was naturally flooded with them. One fan said, “I never even say a show until I read the comments,” while another, who followed, “Does he come with the shoe?”
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A third fan simply stated, “Heartthrob right there,” before adding, “Don’t ask me for anything’s color.” In other words, Nicholas is always the subject of conversation online.
The list of famous people who have collaborated with the Jacquemus now includes Bad Bunny, Sha-Carri Richardson, Kendall Jenner, Bella and Gigi Hadid, Imaan Hammam, Jennie Kim, and others.
Fans first fell for the actor during his role as Spencer Cassadine on General Hospital, which earned him a Daytime Emmy, skyrocketing his fame as one to watch out. Since then, he has featured in other projects such as Netflix’s Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.
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What exactly are “Moon Shoes”?
Priced at £165, the Jacquemus + Nike Moon Shoe is available in three different colours: Off Noir, Alabaster, and University Red. Originally built by Bull Bowerman in 1972 with only a limited number made for the Olympic Trials, it will now make its comeback in a more fashionable twist.
Leather accents, recycled outsole, and rubbed nylon uppers are more prevalent in the new version. On September 29, 2025, it will be accessible via their website, which will then be able to be purchased through selected physical Nike stores as well. You better act quickly before they leave your hands because of the hype, which is expected to sell out quickly.
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A 64-team World Cup?
The concept will sound like a step too far to some, but others believe it deserves real consideration.
In April, the South American governing body Conmebol raised an official proposal to expand the 2030 tournament to 64 teams, and Fifa will discuss it with leaders from the continent in New York this week.
The first 48-team World Cup will take place next summer across the United States, Canada and Mexico – expanded from the current 32-team format – but there are serious attempts from some to make it even bigger for 2030.
That tournament will be the first to be spread across three continents to mark its 100-year anniversary, with main hosts Spain, Morocco and Portugal being joined by Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay in hosting opening-round matches.
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So, what is going on?
The idea was first “spontaneously raised” at a Fifa council meeting in March by Uruguayan Football Federation president Ignacio Alonso.
It was then presented at Fifa congress in April by Conmebol, which believes it would be a fitting way to mark the World Cup’s centenary.
Fifa’s official position has always been it will discuss expansion ideas with its stakeholders and it is duty bound to consider any proposals from its council members.
The Fifa council would make the ultimate decision, but there are no signs it is something expected to be made imminently.
How dramatic would this expansion actually be?
Fairly seismic is the obvious answer.
The pace of change has been remarkable, since the long-standing 16-team format increased to 24 teams in 1982.
It became a 32-team event in 1998 before being expanded to 48 teams for next summer’s showpiece.
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Fifa president Gianni Infantino said “every idea is a good idea”, but the proposal for a 64-team tournament has divided opinion among the six Fifa confederations and national associations.
Conmebol president Alejandro Dominguez said expanding the World Cup for its centenary would ensure “nobody on the planet is left out of the party”.
Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin is among those to have dismissed the proposals, with the Slovenian saying it is a “bad idea” for both the tournament itself and the qualifying process.
Victor Montagliani, president of the governing body for football in North and Central America and the Caribbean (Concacaf), said the suggestion “doesn’t feel right” and believes the expansion would damage “the broader football ecosystem”.
Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa agreed, saying further expansion would bring “chaos”.
While there has been limited further public discussion, there are a few obvious reasons why people would be in favour and against the proposal.
Financially, more games would surely mean bigger TV deals and sponsorship possibilities.
The expanded 2026 format is already predicted to be generating more money than any previous World Cup through sponsorships, merchandising, ticket sales and broadcast revenues, with Fifa expecting to earn $11bn (£8.2bn) over the four-year cycle to December 2026.
By flinging its doors open wider than ever before, the tournament would be more inclusive and the change would probably result in a host of nations reaching the World Cup for the first time.
At the 2022 World Cup, hosts Qatar were the only team making their tournament debut.
Cape Verde are only one win away from joining already-qualified Jordan and Uzbekistan as debutants at the 2026 competition, while New Caledonia and Suriname could add to the growing number of debutants already in next summer’s World Cup.
A 64-team tournament would also increase the likelihood of all the world’s top players competing.
On the flip side, the competitive nature of the event would be brought into question. The potential for one-sided matches would increase, while qualifying would become even more a foregone conclusion for many nations than it is already.
Questions will be asked about the added amount of travel that players and fans will have to make, with sustainability likely to be an important issue with the increased number of flights needed to transport teams, fans and media.
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This is a difficult question to answer.
The notion of a 64-team tournament is almost unprecedented in top-level international sport, so it is difficult to cite any examples.
Next summer’s expanded format is complicated enough, with the top two and best eight third-place finishers from 12 groups of four qualifying for the last 32.
The obvious structure for a 64-team World Cup in 2030 would be for the top two from 16 groups of four to qualify for the last 32. Perhaps a bit tidier than next years?
Should the proposal eventually be accepted, the 2030 edition would include 128 matches – up from the 64-game format played between 1998 and 2022.
Next year’s World Cup will have 104 matches and will take 72 games – eight games more than an entire 32-team World Cup – just to get down to 32 teams.
From the start of the 2026 tournament until the end of the last 16 there will be 96 games across 27 days, with no rest day.
Just one of those days will feature a single match, and just two days will have only two matches. The remaining 24 days will feature three, four or even six matches.
Therefore, the impact of another 16 teams joining the fray is rather mind-boggling.
How would they fit in the extra matches?
Fifa has already stated the 2030 finals will run from 8 June, with the final on 21 July, and the possibility of making the tournament longer would seem unlikely with the footballing calendar already more tightly packed than many would like.
This would mean the need for more games per day in the group stages and thus extra stadiums would have to be considered.
There have been suggestions Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay could host more games during these group stages.
And what would the impact be on qualifying?
For starters, it would be almost inconceivable that the world’s top football nations would not qualify for the World Cup.
While Italy are currently preparing to sit out a third consecutive World Cup, such shock scenarios, which are all part of the drama, are hard to envisage should a 64-team tournament become a reality.
Conmebol could already see a maximum of seven teams qualify for next summer’s event, and they would clearly want more members qualifying for an expanded tournament.
All other continents would also be expected to have more qualifying spots, but the logistics around this are purely guesswork for now.
The mere potential of a 64-team World Cup has raised plenty of questions – as well as eyebrows. Whether it gets off the ground or not remains to be seen, a matter for sporting and political power-brokers to figure out.
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Martine McCutheon isn’t yet prepared for cozy seasons. The former EastEnders actress dreams of taking another vacation after a difficult year and has shared a chic topless snap with her fans.
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Martine McCutheon already won’t be around this summer.
Martine McCutheon isn’t too happy to see the back of summer. This morning, the former EastEnders actress shared an online plea for more sun.
The mum-of-one, 49, took to social media to share a topless snap as she mourned the sunny days coming to an end. Posing in black bikini bottoms and a phone cleverly concealing her bare chest, Martine told her Instagram followers: “Take me back to the sun and sea…”
“This lady needs vitamin D,” she says. The actress from Love Actually has updated her raunchy Instagram Story with a number of summer-related emojis.
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Martine’s year has been turbulent. After 18 years of marriage, the former soap star is currently going through the divorce process with her estranged mother.
Jenny Tomlin once had a close relationship with her famous daughter, but a sudden passing passed passed suddenly caused a tense rift within the family. She revealed in July that she longs for a reunion with Martine.
Following Martine’s tragic brother Laurence John’s tragic passing in 2022, their relationship appeared to have begun to deteriorate. In a heart-wrenching interview with OK! Jenny, a magazine, admitted to being responsible for the breakdown of her relationship with Martine.
She revealed that she had a breakdown in the emotional part of Martine. She recalled that while we performed all the wonderful things, including the Love Actually premiere and the restaurants, we were only there for the time, laughing and bringing up old memories. That’s what I miss.
Jenny further explained how she felt as she navigated that challenging time, saying, “When I lost LJ, I detached. I was unable to speak with Martine because I was so devastated. There was no serious row; Martine had been attempting to contact me for months but I never got back. Martine needed me, too, because she was grieving. I’d like to apologize. It physically hurts for me to miss her so much.
When Martine asked Jenny if her husband could do “some painting” in her new home, the pair reconnected in a surprising turn of events last year.
In an effort to mend their strained relationship, Jenny took advantage of the opportunity to visit her daughter. However, the reunion had the feel of being awkward and the atmosphere was opulent.
Jenny claimed she has not received a response from her daughter despite making phone calls, texts, and cards to reach out. She even called her name when she arrived home and yelled her name.
Following a petition for insolvency over a debt to a finance company, Martine was later declared bankrupt, according to court records. She has since been forced to lower the asking price of her stunning Surrey mansion.
The insolvency order was issued on March 31st, 2018, just a few months after she announced the end of her 18-year marriage to Jack, according to a court filing. Rafferty, the couple’s 10-year-old son, is his.
Following a petition filed by a business named LDF Finance, the County Court in Guildford rendered the bankruptcy ruling in March under her married name of Martine McManus.
Martine has faced bankruptcy before on several occasions. She was declared bankrupt in 2013 after accumulating debts totaling approximately £187, 000, including a sizable HMRC bill worth roughly £150, 000 despite previously boasting an estimated £2 million fortune. She was free of bankruptcy and established her finances just a year later.
Just three years ago, Martine and her ex-husband purchased a staggering £1.3 million for the detached Surrey home they once owned.
The former couple announced last year that they had decided to end their relationship after 18 years together. She announced their breakup on social media, saying, “Jack has decided it’s best for us to separate after 18 years together, and I accept his decision.
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For the upcoming chapter of Jack’s life, I’ll still be sending Jack all the love, happiness, and luck. Their £1.5 million home was put up for sale just weeks after they made the announcement.
