The Director General of the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), Prof. Innocent Barikor on has made good his promise to residents of Ogijo, a community in Ogun State, as the agency sealed nube recycling facilities for environmental pollution. The ongoing enforcement exercise in the South West Zone of the country has also seen the sealing of 20 other facilities in Ekiti, Osun and Ogun States. Barikor said the enforcement exercise is in line with the mandate of the NESREA, which gives the agency the responsibility of prohibiting activities and processes which undermine environmental quality. He noted that…
Author: Soffiyyah Olamide
Residents of Anuoluwapo Street by Hotel bus stop can now have a sigh of relief as the Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area moves to restore sanity on specific sections of the area. The rehabilitation of Anuoluwapo street drainage under the administration of Comrade Akinsanya Lasisi Ayinde is aimed at ameliorating the perennial flooding problem of the area. Whenever it rains, the roads in the area are often flooded. This has created potholes on the roads making it difficult for commuters, pedestrians and businesses to operate smoothly. Apart from this, it was also discovered that the drainage system in the area…
The learning of Chinese language in the country continues to gain mileage as the 15th Chinese Corner established in secondary schools within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja as part of the learning and cultural exchange between Nigeria and China. The corners are built within 15 different secondary schools in the FCT. The “Chinese Corner” is not only an immersive classroom for learning Chinese and experiencing Chinese culture, but also a window to observe the world as the Chinese language is the one of the most spoken language in the world. Speaking at the launch of the 15th Chinese Corner…
The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has announced that Nigeria’s first Centralised Passport Personalisation and Production Centre is now completed and fully ready to be deployed to end the challenges facing the nation’s passport issuance process. Speaking at the tour of facility at the Nigeria immigration Service (NIS) headquarter in Abuja on Thursday, 18 September, 2025, the Minister described the acquisition of the facility as a landmark moment in the ongoing reform aimed at transforming the country’s passport issuance system and eliminate backlogs permanently. He said the project represents one of the boldest steps by the administration of President…
The Sultan of Sokoto’s Foundation for Peace and Development, is set to sign a partnership pact with Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), aimed at advancing education, healthcare, and youth empowerment across Nigeria. The pact was unveiled at a courtesy visit by the delegation from the Foundation, led by its Director, Malam Aminu Inuwa Muhammad paid to the College at the Council Chamber, where they were received by the Rector, Dr. Engr. Ibraheem Adedotun Abdul, and other principal officers of the college. In his address to the college management, Muhammad explained that the Foundation was established in 2014 under the leadership…
A Bauchi State High Court has dismissed an application for an order of perpetual injunction that will restrain the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) from taking any action relating to the financial activities (in the name of security votes) of the Office of the Secretary to the Bauchi State Government. In the suit marked BA/834M/2024, the nine applicants, under the name of “Concern Indigenes of Bauchi State” stated that they have lost confidence in ICPC, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) due to their “unwillingness to discharge their…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of Mr. Rabiu Musa Matazu, Director of Administration of the Sokoto Rima River Basin Development Authority (SRRBDA), for corruptly converting public funds to personal use. The Commission arraigned Mr. Matazu in Suit No. KTH/7C/2022 before Honourable Justice Abbas Bawule of the Katsina State High Court on a four-count charge bordering on criminal breach of trust and abuse of office. During the trial, ICPC Prosecutor, Mr. Ibrahim Garba, informed the court that the convict had received the sum of ₦305,000 from his subordinate, Mr. Lawal Dan Sarki,…
The Ondo State Government has welcomed with great joy the judgment delivered yesterday by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, which finally brings to an end all litigations arising from the November Governorship Election. The verdict, delivered by the Apex Court, affirmed the overwhelming victory of His Excellency, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, who won convincingly across all 18 Local Government Areas of the state, a remarkable feat popularly celebrated as the “18–0 Promax” mandate. This judgment has not only validated the popular will of the people but also reinforced their confidence in the democratic process. Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed his profound gratitude…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has affirmed its commitment to regional development through inclusive dialogue and transparency in the implementation of projects across the Niger Delta region. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku stated this during a stakeholders meeting on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in Warri, Delta State. Ogbuku, who was represented by the Deputy Director of Environmental Protection and Control, Mr. Oscar Gbayisemore, noted that sustainable development must go hand-in-hand with environmental protection. He called for deeper collaboration with stakeholders during project implementation. The NDDC Chief Executive Officer further highlighted the synergy between the NDDC and the…
By Babafemi Ojudu “Very stubborn”—that is a phrase I have often heard used to describe me. Not only me, but also the people of Ekiti, the proud stock of the Yoruba race from which I come. Over the years, few have bothered to challenge or correct this characterization. Yet Nigerians are quick to use words carelessly, without considering their precise meaning or the weight they carry. Say no to corruption—you are called stubborn. Resist oppression—you are stubborn. Stand against an unjust law or confront an unjust leader—again, you are stubborn. Write or protest against wrongdoing, and suddenly you are branded…