The former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Adeyemi Ikuforiji has asked Nigerians to hold their state Governors and local government Chairmen accountable for improved welfare and needed infrastructure development within their domain due to the increased allocation to them since President Bola Tinubu came into office in May 2023. He also strongly believes that most of the challenges confronting the country will become a thing of the past if funds allocated to the local governments across board are well deployed based on genuine demands and yearning of the people. The former Speaker who spoke during…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo), a subsidiary of Shell plc, together with Sunlink Energies and Resources Limited, have taken a final investment decision (FID) on the HI gas project offshore Nigeria. When completed, the project will supply 350 million standard cubic feet (approximately 60 thousand barrels of oil equivalent) of gas per day at peak production to Nigeria LNG (NLNG; Shell interest 25.6%), which produces and exports liquified natural gas (LNG) to global markets. Production is expected to begin before the end of this decade. “Following recent investment decisions related to the Bonga deep-water development, today’s announcement…
Victor Osimhen delivered a stunning hat-trick as Nigeria thrashed Benin Republic 4–0 in Uyo on Tuesday, 14 October, 2025, to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive through the playoffs. Despite the emphatic win, the Super Eagles narrowly missed out on automatic qualification as South Africa sealed top spot in Group C with a 3–0 win over Rwanda in Johannesburg. Osimhen’s clinical finishing lit up the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, reaffirming his status as Africa’s most lethal striker. The Galatasaray forward struck twice in the first half and completed his treble shortly after the restart, while substitute Frank Onyeka…
By Babafemi Ojudu Last Friday, we buried Kenny — an ally, a politician, and a woman of rare courage. Kehinde Adebowale Ajifolawe, nee Olokesusi, fondly called Kenny Ise, was a trader in Fayose Market, Ado-Ekiti. Years ago, she left for America, started a family, and somehow found herself in a situation. Life brought her back to Nigeria — separated from her husband and children, but never separated from her principles. She was loyal, open-minded, and brutally frank. Kenny was not your average politician. If she stood with you, she stood all the way. No hypocrisy, no double-speak. She spoke truth…
I, Ahmed Musa, the General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, extend my deepest and most sincere apologies for the unfortunate, painful, and disgraceful incident that occurred during our game against Shooting Stars Sports Club on Sunday evening. What transpired against Shooting Stars is heartbreaking, shameful, and completely unacceptable. It does not represent the true values, identity, or the proud history of Kano Pillars. This club has always stood for community, passion, and respect, values that must never be overshadowed by violence or indiscipline. As a club with deep roots and loyal supporters, we are expected to set an example…
The Coalition of Oodua Self-Determination Groups (COSEG) across the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Europe, has congratulated Ambassador Seyi Tinubu (ST) on the occasion of his 40th birthday. The group said in a statement by its Co-ordinator, Comrade Oredolapo Ibrahim, that the milestone is not merely a celebration of age, “but a reflection of purpose, resilience, and evolving leadership.” It added that “as a son of the soil and a symbol of generational transition, Ambassador Tinubu has demonstrated a growing commitment to ethical engagement, youth empowerment, and the socio-political advancement of our people.” Ibrahim said further that “in a time when…
The Child Health Advocacy Initiative (CHAI), in collaboration with the Girls’ Education and Skills Partnership (GESP) of Yaba College of Technology, organized a special programme to commemorate the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child.The celebration, which held at the college campus, focused on the theme “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead.” The event brought together students, educators, gender advocates and development partners to promote the empowerment of girls through education, health awareness and leadership development. Delivering the keynote address, the Founder of CHAI, Dr Elizabeth Lola Alonge, said the day served as an important reminder that girls…
By Oluwole Solanke, PhD, FCIB Life is not a straight line. It’s a beautiful, chaotic dance between light and shadow, between laughter that makes our sides ache and tears that cleanse our souls. We are not meant to experience only sunshine or only rain—we are meant to embrace both, for it is in this sacred balance that we discover who we truly are. The Wisdom in Our Tears There is profound power in tears. They are not signs of weakness, as we’ve been taught to believe, but rather evidence of our courage to feel deeply in a world that often…
From Cyril Mbah, Abuja As politicians crisscross the six area councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) campaigning in readiness for the February 2026 elections, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate for Gwagwalada Area Council, Chief Ezekiel Umar Biko has cautioned candidates of political parties against inducing registered voters with money to part with their voter’s cards or votes. The candidate disclosed in an exclusive interview in Gwagwalada that some candidates and their agents are already collecting voters cards from innocent citizens and paying N20,000 for the cards with the hope of eventually using the cards to rig the…
The Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement and former Governorship Candidate in Lagos State, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran JANDOR, has congratulated Mr. Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the occasion of his 40th birthday. Dr. Adediran described Mr. Seyi Tinubu as a vibrant young Nigerian whose courage, drive, and focus continue to distinguish him among his peers. He lauds his youthful energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and sense of purpose, which have continued to reflect in his personal achievements and public engagements especially his conviction and confident support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. “My brother, turning…