The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has reaffirmed the party’s unwavering commitment to advancing women’s participation in politics, declaring that gender inclusion will form a central pillar of the party’s ideology and strategic direction ahead of the 2027 general elections. This assurance was given during a high-level engagement with members of the Forum of 2027 APC Female Aspirants Network (FAFAN), led by its National Convener, Hon. Princess Nikky Onyeri, at the party’s national secretariat. Prof. Yilwatda described the gathering as historic, noting the unprecedented number and calibre of women aspiring for elective offices…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
Your Majesty, King Charles III,Queen Camilla,Prince William, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Cornwall, and Catherine, the Princess of Wales,Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a profound honour to stand before you today, representing the people of Nigeria as we reaffirm the enduring bonds of friendship, history, and shared purpose that have united our two nations for several centuries. Allow me first to express my sincere appreciation to Your Majesty and to Her Majesty, The Queen for the warmth and generosity extended to me, my wife, Oluremi, and the Nigerian delegation. As the first Nigerian leader to speak here…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced special train service arrangements across its major corridors to facilitate seamless travel during the forthcoming Eid-el-Fitr (Sallah) celebrations, with increased capacity and additional services deployed to meet the anticipated surge in passenger movement nationwide. According to a statement from the Corporation, “As part of the festive arrangements, the Lagos–Ibadan Train Service (LITS) will operate three trips on Thursday, March 19, 2026. From the Lagos end (Mobolaji Johnson Station, Ebute Metta), departures are scheduled for 7:40 a.m., 1:40 p.m., and 4:00 p.m., while from the Ibadan end (Obafemi Awolowo Station, Moniya), departures will be…
All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Lagos State, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran JANDOR, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful and all Lagosians on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. Dr. Adediran commended the Muslim Ummah for their commitment to fasting, prayers, and acts of charity throughout the Ramadan period, noting that the values of sacrifice, discipline, and compassion demonstrated during the month are critical to building a more cohesive and progressive Lagos. JANDOR urged residents of the state to uphold the virtues of peace, tolerance, and unity beyond the festive…
By Chuks Collins, Awka It was assemblage of Nigeria’s who is who in Awka, Anambra State Tuesday, 17 March, 2026, as Gov Chukwuma Soludo was inaugurated for his second term in office. Led by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima; former Presidents: Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluuck Jonathan; Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Ugochukwu Achebe; and the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Enitan Ogunwusi graced the occasion. Others included: former Governors Chris Ngige and Mrs Virgy Etiaba; Senator Uche Ekwunife and Chief Osita Chidoka. Also present were: Engr Arthur Eze, Chief Emeka Offor, Chief Cletus…
Ogun State Government has extended support to Mrs. Mufiat Olateju, a housewife in Abeokuta who recently gave birth to a set of quadruplets at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, as part of efforts to assist the family in caring for the newborn babies. Representing the State Government, the state Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye in company of the Management team of the ministry, was received by the Chief Medical Director of the Hospital, Dr. Titilola Ibiyemi. She conveyed the government’s goodwill and congratulated the mother on the safe delivery of the babies. Mrs. Olateju,…
By Shu’aibu Usman Leman Across the vast stretches of Nigeria, the escalating friction between farmers and pastoralists has transitioned from a localised concern into a profound threat to the nation’s social and economic stability. What was once an occasional rural dispute has increasingly evolved into violent confrontation, undermining food security and weakening the fragile stability of rural communities. At a time when Nigeria is grappling with inflation, food shortages and economic uncertainty, disruptions in agricultural production carry consequences far beyond the villages where they occur. The farmer–herder conflict has therefore become not only a security issue but also a pressing…
By Oluwole Solanke, PhD, FCIB Life is not merely a journey of years; it is a journey of growth. Every day we live presents an opportunity to become better than we were yesterday. Growth is the quiet but powerful evidence that life is moving forward with purpose. Without growth, life becomes stagnant, and when life stagnates, potential begins to fade. Growth in life is not accidental. It requires awareness, effort, and a willingness to embrace change. Many people desire success, but not everyone is willing to go through the process that produces growth. Yet, it is growth that prepares us…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Hundreds of new jobs are set to be created across the United Kingdom as Nigerian banks, fintech companies and creative industry firms expand operations in Britain, coinciding with President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to the country. The announcement came on Tuesday, 17 March , 2026, as Tinubu arrived at London Stansted Airport at 3:18 p.m. for a two-day state visit, accompanied by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, marking the first Nigerian presidential visit to the United Kingdom in 37 years. During the visit, the President is scheduled to be hosted at Windsor Castle from Wednesday…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 19 March, and Friday, 20 March, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, which signifies the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who said the holidays were approved to enable Muslim faithful across the country to celebrate the festival, while also encouraging Nigerians to use the period for prayers for peace, unity and national prosperity. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, urging them to sustain the virtues of discipline,…