< 1 mn read Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) on its victory in Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State. Aiyedatiwa, who served as Chairman of the APC’s Election Planning and Strategy Committee for the Edo election, also congratulated the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his running mate, Hon. Dennis […]

< 1 mn read The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) reported on Sunday that suspected vandals targeted its transmission line supplying electricity to Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State. According to a statement from General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the vandals damaged tower No. T372 along the Gombe-Damaturu-Maiduguri 330kV transmission line early Saturday morning, September 21, 2024. […]

< 1 mn read Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has indicated plans to dissolve the State Executive Council and various boards, acknowledging that both are due for reorganization. While he did not specify an exact timeline for the dissolution, he mentioned his intention to hold a valedictory dinner for cabinet members beforehand. Speaking during a media interaction […]

< 1 mn read President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has asserted that efforts to intimidate and silence organized labor will not succeed. He announced that he would honor the latest police invitation extended to him on Wednesday, September 25. Ajaero has recently faced scrutiny from security agencies, including the Police and the Department of State […]

< 1 mn read For the third consecutive year, the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos has endorsed the Africa Creative Market, aiming to strengthen collaboration between the United States and Nigeria in the creative sector. Founded by Dr. Inya Lawal, a participant in the Fortune-U.S. Department of State Global Women’s Mentoring Partnership program, the Africa Creative Market connects stakeholders […]

< 1 mn read This piece discusses the urgent need for effective food crisis management in Nigeria, particularly regarding the government’s duty-free importation policy for food items. The author supports the removal of fuel subsidies and the harmonization of the exchange rate while criticizing the implementation of these policies. It highlights the historical mismanagement of the economy, attributing current […]

< 1 mn read The electronic call-up truck management system initiated by the Lagos State Government to prevent a repeat of the Apapa port gridlock is encountering significant hurdles due to disagreements with key stakeholders. The two main parties involved are the Lagos State Government, which is leading the initiative, and the Dangote Group, the primary operator in the […]

< 1 mn read Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged victorious in the Edo State governorship election held on Saturday, according to results from 18 local government areas announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Okpebholo secured a total of 291,667 votes, while his closest rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), […]

< 1 mn read Governors from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have expressed their dedication to promoting democratic governance amid Nigeria’s pressing economic and security challenges, particularly against the backdrop of the current administration led by President Bola Tinubu’s All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement by the Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum (PDPGF), Governor Bala Mohammed of […]

< 1 mn read Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha each scored twice as Barcelona cruised to a 5-1 win against Villarreal, securing their sixth consecutive La Liga victory. The match, held at Villarreal’s Estadio de la Ceramica, was exciting but overshadowed by a potentially serious knee injury to goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who left the field on a stretcher. Lewandowski […]

< 1 mn read The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has affirmed its commitment to the results from the Edo State governorship election, as reported by its polling agents throughout the state. Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State, who chairs the Edo PDP National Campaign Council, echoed this stance. National Publicity Secretary Hon. Debo Ologunagba stated that the results compiled […]

< 1 mn read Former Minister of Communications, Maj. Gen. Tajudeen Olanrewaju (retd), has announced plans to ensure that non-Lagosians do not secure elected positions in the upcoming 2027 elections. As Alternate Chairman of the De Renaissance Patriots Foundation, Olanrewaju expressed concerns that current political parties in Lagos deny indigenes the opportunity to hold significant political roles. He highlighted […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has ordered security and law enforcement agencies, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), to intensify efforts against individuals in possession of stolen vehicles. The government is committed to collaborating with international partners to combat cybercrime and organized […]

< 1 mn read The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan (UI), Prof. Kayode Adebowale, has assured prospective students of the university’s Open Distance eLearning (ODeL) program that they will enjoy the same rights and privileges as their on-campus counterparts. He emphasized that ODeL students will receive the same certificates as regular students and will be eligible for […]

< 1 mn read The Abia State Independent Electoral Commission (ABSIEC) has announced the timetable for the upcoming local council elections, set for Saturday, November 2, 2024. During the unveiling at ABSIEC’s headquarters in Umuahia, Chairman Professor George Chima outlined key dates. Party primaries will take place between September 25 and October 4, with political parties required to submit […]

< 1 mn read The Interparty Advisory Council (IPAC) of Enugu State has commended the Local Government Council elections held on Saturday, describing the process as free, fair, credible, and peaceful. IPAC also noted the high voter turnout during the exercise. In a statement issued by State Chairman Obioma Nnamani and State Secretary Dr. Afam Ani, IPAC applauded the […]

< 1 mn read Aare Afe Babalola, founder of Afe Babalola University in Ado-Ekiti, has been honored with the “Outstanding Achiever of All Time” award by the Ekiti-Kete Coalition in the United States. This prestigious recognition acknowledges his immense contributions to education, healthcare, law, agriculture, and humanitarian efforts. Joe Olugbamila, President of the Ekiti-Kete Coalition, commended Babalola for his […]

< 1 mn read As the November 16 local council elections approach in Ogun State, the Community Advocacy for Peace and Strategic Leadership Initiative (CAPSL-Initiative) has called on all stakeholders to adhere strictly to the rules set by the state’s Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC) to ensure a peaceful process. The group, led by Chairman Akwuobi Francis and Secretary Pius […]