Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Wednesday, 31 December, 2025, signed the ₦1.669 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, marking another milestone in the state’s fiscal planning and development drive. The Governor had earlier, on December 3, 2025, presented the Appropriation Bill—tagged the “Budget of Sustainable Legacy”—to the Ogun State House of Assembly for consideration and approval. The signing ceremony, which took place at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, was witnessed by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, principal officers and members of the Assembly, as well as members of the State Executive Council. Speaking after…
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The Lagos and Ogun State governments have announced the discharge of Anthony Joshua from hospital following the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of two young men, Lateef Ayodele and Gami Cina, on Monday, December 29, 2025. In a joint statement, the two state governments once again commiserated with the families of the deceased, describing the incident as painful and deeply unfortunate. They prayed that Almighty God would grant the souls of the departed eternal rest and give their families and loved ones the strength to bear the irreparable loss. The statement disclosed that Anthony Joshua and his mother…
The Senator representing Nasarawa North Senatorial District, Senator Godiya Akwashiki is dead, reports thegazellenews.com Thegazellenews.com reports further that Senator Akwashiki was elected to the Senate on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). He was aged 52. A family source confirmed to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that Akwashiki died on Wednesday, 31 December, 2025, while receiving treatment in an Indian hospital. The source described his death as a significant loss, noting Akwashiki’s dedication to the development of his senatorial district and his numerous empowerment initiatives. “Senator Akwashiki was the best Senator Nasarawa North has ever produced due to…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, arraigned Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, Balarabe Abdullahi Ilelah, Aminu Mohammed Bose and Kabiru Yahaya Mohammed before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja. They were arraigned on a ten-count charge bordering on conspiracy, conversion of public funds and alleged terrorism financing contrary to Section 2(1) and Section 19(1) (d) and punishable under Section 19(2)(b) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.” Prosecution Counsel, Samuel Chime informed the court that the matter was for arraignment, praying that the charge be read to…
The Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda, demonstrated his unwavering commitment to service and development by working till the last day of the year, reports thegazellenews.com. The Ikeja LG Chairman was at Onipetesi area of the council on the last day of the year, Wednesday, 31 December, 2025, to inspect the ongoing construction of the link bridge connecting the Onilekere and Onipetesi communities. The inspection underscores the Chairman’s resolve to ensure that key infrastructure projects promised to the people of Ikeja are delivered as scheduled and to the highest standard. It will be recalled that during the…
A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran JANDOR has extended warm New Year greetings to Lagosians, describing 2026 as a year that will herald the start of a new energy and fresh ideas for a Progressive Lagos state and its people. Reflecting on the outgoing year, JANDOR noted that 2025 witnessed deliberate and coordinated efforts by government at the federal and state levels to curb insecurity, stimulate economic growth, and improve the ease of doing business. “These interventions have strengthened public confidence, supported enterprise, and reinforced Lagos’ position…
The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) views the formal defection of Mr. Peter Obi to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the long-awaited unveiling of a contraption deliberately assembled to undermine Nigeria. What has occurred is not political evolution; it is the public activation of a coalition forged in grievance, sustained by falsehood, and animated by an unhealthy appetite for national dislocation. We nevertheless congratulate the ADC that Mr. Peter Obi eventually yielded to their prolonged plea -or is it their instruction – to come on board. Either way, the pretence of independence has now been…
Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun has approved the appointment of nine new Permanent Secretaries, two Principals-General and four Headteachers-General. A statement issued on Wednesday, 31 December, 2025, by the state Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, said the appointments were made in line with Section 208(c) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), after careful consideration of merit, professionalism, inclusiveness and relevant experience in the Ogun State Civil/Public Service. Onasanya explained that the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries were selected from a pool of Directors who successfully completed the Ogun State Executive Leadership Development…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, 30 December, 2025 arraigned Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance and former Branch Manager of Polaris Bank Plc, Bauchi State branch, Yakubu Adamu, before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, over alleged money laundering offences involving N5.791 billion. Adamu was arraigned alongside Ayab Agro Products and Freight Company Limited on a six-count charge bordering on money laundering, contrary to Section 21(a) and punishable under Section 21 of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. At the commencement of proceedings, prosecution counsel, Samuel I. Chime, informed the court…
African music has gone far beyond talent and creativity. Today, it is a fast-growing global business attracting investors, partners and major industry players from across the world. This growth will take centre stage in Lagos when stakeholders gather for the Africa Music Business Summit (AMBS), a key event of the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The summit will be held on Thursday, 8 January, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.(WAT) at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, Nigeria. It is expected to bring together artistes, music executives, investors, policymakers and media professionals to discuss how…