President Bola Tinubu has assured the Bayelsa State Government of the Federal Government’s support for continued development partnerships, commending the government’s purposeful leadership and effective collaboration with the central government. Giving the assurance during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Bayelsa State Government House Banquet Hall in Yenagoa, President Tinubu stated that much more would be achieved when the different levels of government work in synergy. The President had earlier inaugurated four projects executed by the Bayelsa State Government. The projects included the 60MW Bayelsa Gas Turbine, the dualised New Yenagoa City Road, the 630-metre Angiama-Oporoma Bridge, and the Sagbama–Ekeremor Road,…
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The Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area, Honourable Jimoh Olawale Saliu has urged residents of the council area to take issues of their health very serious reports thegazellenews.com Honourable Saliu stated that residents need to take regular medical check ups for early detection of any ailment which will allow early medication. The Apapa-Iganmu LCDA Chairman gave this advice on Saturday, 11 April, 2026, in Badia during the opening ceremony of a medical outreach programme organised by his administration. The medical outreach was organised in conjunction with the students of the Lagos State University College of Medicine. The LASUCOM team…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola For Barrister Ajala Ganiyu Olawale, politics is not a recent calling but a lifelong engagement shaped by years of grassroots mobilisation, public service and professional discipline, reports thegazellenews.com Now seeking election into the Lagos State House of Assembly (LSHA) to represent Ikeja State Constituency II on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the legal practitioner and political organiser is positioning himself as a candidate grounded in experience and community connection. Born over five decades ago in Ebute Metta, within Lagos Mainland Local Government Area, Ajala hails from Gbagura in Abeokuta North Local Government Area. His…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service to immediately withdraw and deactivate passports held by Nigerians who have formally renounced their citizenship. The directive, issued on April 10, 2026, targets individuals whose renunciation requests have been duly approved by the President, reinforcing the government’s commitment to safeguarding the integrity of Nigeria’s citizenship system and preventing the misuse of national identity documents. Explaining the legal basis for the decision, the minister stated that the Ministry of Interior derives its authority from Section 29 (1) and (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended),…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Independent National Electoral Commission has postponed the planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 general election. The decision was taken on Friday, 10 April, 2026 during a meeting between the commission and Resident Electoral Commissioners, where key electoral matters were reviewed, prompting a shift in the timeline for the exercise earlier scheduled to commence on Monday, 13 April,2026. In a statement, the National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, said the commission reached the decision after extensive deliberations. “Following deliberations, the commission resolved to postpone the exercise until after…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has donated ₦50 million to the family of late Lieutenant Colonel OC Okolo, who was killed during a Boko Haram attack in Mandaragirau, Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, on Monday, 16 February, 2026. The gesture comes amid a series of similar interventions by the Governor, including a recent ₦150 million donation to families of three military officers who lost their lives in separate attacks across the state. Zulum reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to supporting families of fallen soldiers, describing their sacrifices as invaluable to Nigeria’s security and unity. He assured that his…
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service to immediately withdraw and deactivate Nigerian passports held by individuals who have formally renounced their citizenship. The directive, announced on Friday, applies specifically to persons whose renunciation requests have been duly approved and registered by the President, in line with constitutional provisions. According to the Minister, the decision is rooted in Section 29 (1) and (2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), which outlines the legal framework for renouncing Nigerian citizenship. The law stipulates that any citizen of full age may declare…
The Chairman of Odiolowo-Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area Hon. Dr. Seyi Jakande has led an inspection visit to key project sites within the council area to assess the progress and functionality of ongoing and completed initiatives. The inspection commenced at Ojuwoye Public Primary School, Danmegoro, where the Chairman and his team evaluated the ongoing construction of the Skills Acquisition Centre. The visit provided an opportunity to review the level of work completed and ensure that the project aligns with the administration’s commitment to youth empowerment and capacity development. The team also visited the ICT Workstation and E-Library, Danmegoro Centre, where…
In the latest review of the most performing local government and LCDA chairmen in Lagos State, *Hon. Sheyi Jakande*, Executive Chairman of Odiolowo-Ojuwoye LCDA, has been rated number one for outstanding performance across all sectors. The assessment, which considered impact, project delivery, and grassroots engagement, placed Hon. Seyi Jakande at the top for his consistent and visible development strides in Odiolowo-Ojuwoye. Key Areas of Performance: Roads & Infrastructure: Rehabilitation of critical inner roads and drainage systems, reducing flooding and improving access. Education: Renovation of public schools, distribution of learning materials, and youth ICT/vocational training programmes. Healthcare: Upgrade of Primary Health…
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has emphasized the urgent need to deepen rail-port connectivity in order to enhance efficiency in Nigeria’s freight and logistics ecosystem. Speaking at the Quarterly Stakeholders Engagement of the Nigerian Ports Consultative Council (NPCC), where he delivered one of the two keynote addresses, the NRC Boss said the maritime sector reforms and the deep sea ports without an efficient rail linkage would continue to yield marginal returns. Addressing industry stakeholders, Dr. Opeifa acknowledged the strong collaboration between the NRC and port authorities, nonetheless acknowledged that significant progress has been made in…