President Bola Ahmed Tinubu haa rejoiced with Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi, a remarkable servant of God, a visionary founder, and General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, as he clocks 85 on June 6, 2026. President Tinubu remarked that Pastor Kumuyi’s enduring legacy of unwavering faith, wisdom, and dedication has shaped a thriving ministry for over 50 years. “As the convener of Global Crusade with Kumuyi (GCK), your voice has reached beyond the church walls and national borders, bringing hope and encouragement to millions across the world. “Your writings have illuminated minds, inspired hearts, and provided timeless guidance to…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has urged the winners of the 3rd edition of the National Girls in ICT competition to remain curious, confident and courageous. She spoke at the dinner organized to host the winners of the competition by the organizers, the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy. “I am glad to learn that this year’s edition of the National Girls in ICT programme engaged over 3,700 girls across the six geopolitical zones of the country through competitions, boot camps, mentorship sessions, and innovation challenges,” she said. “From this pool of talent, 111 girls emerged…
The Abia State Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 election, Dr. Kelechi Anosike, has congratulated the Alhaji Mohammed Abdulrahman-led National Working Committee (NWC) over the Court of Appeal’s decisive ruling on the appeal filed by the Taminu Turaki group. Speaking during a visit to the National Chairman of the party, Alhaji Mohammed Abdulrahman, at the Wadata Plaza National Secretariat of the PDP in Abuja, Anosike described the Appellate Court’s ruling as timely and decisive. He also commended the party’s NWC for conducting successful and rancour-free primaries across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory…
By Segun Adewale in Gombe Gombe State Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has been honoured with the prestigious 2026 Nigeria’s Most Secure State Excellence Award in recognition of his administration’s outstanding achievements in security management, crime prevention and public safety. The award was presented yesterday by People’s Security Monitor during the 2026 Annual Security Conference and Award Ceremony held in Abuja. People’s Security Monitor (PSM) is a prominent independent security media and advocacy organization in Nigeria. The conference was endorsed by the Federal Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ). According to the…
By Segun Adewale in Gombe The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has joined royal family members, subjects, well-wishers and admirers in celebrating the Emir of Gombe, His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr.) Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, on the occasion of his 12th anniversary on the throne of his forefathers. In a congratulatory message, Governor Inuwa Yahaya described the revered monarch as a dependable partner in governance, peacebuilding and development, citing the remarkable leadership qualities he has demonstrated since ascending the throne 12 years ago. This is contained in a Press…
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has hailed the appointment of the Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Lekan Fatodu, as the President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation. Fatodu’s appointment was announced on Friday by the Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, to strengthen governance and accelerate development across its sporting ecosystem. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a congratulatory message issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said Fatodu’s appointment as President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation is well deserved. Governor Sanwo-Olu said Fatodu has distinguished himself as…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has reaffirmed its commitment to climate action, environmental protection, and sustainable development across the Niger Delta region, as it joined the global community to commemorate the 2026 World Environment Day in Port Harcourt. Speaking at the event, the NDDC Executive Director, Projects, Dr Victor Antai, said the Commission remained focused on implementing strategic environmental projects to restore degraded ecosystems and build climate resilience in communities across the region. Antai, who was represented by the Director II, Environmental Protection and Control, Elder Henry Okokon, noted that the 2026 World Environment Day theme, “Inspired by Nature.…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Eti-Osa Branch, has unveiled plans for its 2026 Law Week, with legal practitioners, policymakers, jurists, academics and business leaders set to examine the delicate balance between profitability, professional ethics and justice in a rapidly changing world. Announcing the programme at a press briefing, NBA Eti-Osa Chairman, Mr. Olanrewaju Obadina, said the event, themed “Law as Business, Law as Justice: Profitability, Ethics and Human Rights in a Changing World,” will provide a platform for critical conversations on the future of legal practice amid technological disruption, evolving business models and growing demands for…
By Mobolaji Sanusi “In a sick country, every step to health is an insult to those who live on its illness.” — Bernard Malamud (1914-1986). Banditry is one of the most heinous crimes ravaging parts of contemporary Africa. In plagued countries, control over mining of natural resource treasures by corrupt and influential indigenes, in atrocious collaborations with foreign interests, have been identified as the bedrock of this criminality. In other instances, it is more of political control whilst also in some cases, it has ethno-religious colouration. In Nigeria, my country where bandits’ inhuman activities is causing serious upheavals, one is…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Bauchi State High Court has arraigned the former Accountant-General of the state, Dr. Sa’idu Abubakar, on a 16-count amended charge bordering on alleged fraud, forgery, criminal breach of trust and dishonest conversion involving an estimated N11.01 billion in state funds. Court documents filed in Charge No. BA/205C/2025 allege that Abubakar, while serving as Accountant-General between 2023 and 2024, secured multiple loan facilities from two banks using forged government documents and channelled the funds through purported motorcycle supply contracts that investigators say never existed. According to the prosecution, the loans valued at N3 billion, N4.65 billion and…