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The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, visited the Command Central Engineering Depot (CED) of the Nigerian Army on Monday, May 27, 2024. During his visit, he commended the personnel for their efforts in rebuilding and refitting damaged vehicles, highlighting the significance of their work in supporting frontline troops. Lieutenant General Lagbaja praised…

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday inaugurated the newly reconstructed Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota-Oshodi Expressway, a critical 36.02km route that connects Nigeria’s premier ports—Apapa and Tin Can Island—to the larger expanse of Lagos State. This significant infrastructure project is expected to substantially enhance access to the ports, streamline logistics, and invigorate economic activities in the region. During the unveiling…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) apprehended Emmanuel Okechuku Orjinze, a 48-year-old businessman en route to Paris, France. Orjinze, who claims to also be a professional footballer scouting for European clubs, was arrested on Tuesday, May 21st at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) in Abuja during the outbound clearance of Air…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has given a candid assessment of President Bola Tinubu’s first year in office, specifically focusing on three key economic policies. His remarks come as Tinubu’s government prepares to commemorate its one-year anniversary amid ongoing challenges and criticisms. Olusegun Obasanjo’s analysis sheds light on the administration’s handling of critical issues such as…

The Federal Government’s has taken a bold step to ensure the autonomy of local governments by suing the thirty-six governors before the Supreme Court. In the suit, marked SC/CV/343/2024, the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) filed on behalf of the federal government on May 20. This move…

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring the state’s status as a leader in education and agriculture. Speaking at the 9th to 13th combined convocation ceremony at Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) Katsina, Governor Dikko Radda highlighted efforts to upgrade school infrastructure and facilities to improve educational standards. Governor…

President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the necessity of an effective local government system for Nigeria’s development. During a meeting with the Yoruba Leaders of Thought at the State House on Friday, he highlighted that transformative governance must address the citizens’ critical needs through a reinforced federal structure. “Effective local government administration is crucial for community…

The Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against Mr. Kanu Ifesinachi Tenison and his company, Vikan Integrated Services Nigeria Limited. They are facing an 11-count indictment before Justice P. M. Ayua of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The charges include criminal breach…

Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II, once dethroned amid one of the most intense clashes between political and traditional institutions in Nigeria, has made a historic return to his former position as the Emir of Kano. This reinstatement marks a significant twist in his storied career, one that began with his tenure as the Governor of the…

In a recent report, Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals and Resources, announced that Nigeria’s mining sector has generated over N16 billion in revenue. This achievement underscores the Federal Government’s successful diversification efforts, aimed at reducing the country’s reliance on oil and gas. Dele Alake highlighted that the revenue came from various sources, including…