Assets valued at millions of naira are rotting away at various locations across the country as the planned auction of the items by the Federal Ministry of Water Resources failed to hold. The items, which included unserviceable earth-moving machines and other heavy-duty industrial equipment, had been abandoned at various sites by the ministry for several years, where they have been overtaken by weeds. Findings indicate that many of the machinery are located in the Gurara dam in Niger State, Upper and Lower Benue in Doma and across other sites. The ministry, in a publication dated August 20, 2025, signed by…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
The Body Shop has announced the opening of a new store in Nigeria, bringing ethical, naturally inspired beauty to Lagos. Following the successful launch in Abuja and a national e-commerce site earlier in the year, the new opening marks an important step in the brand’s commitment to West Africa and its broader global growth strategy. The new store in Lagos, located at Ikeja City Mall, brings the number of jobs created by the brand in Nigeria to over 20. The store will be home to the full range of Body Shop products, ranging from newly launched collections, such as Spa…
By Femi Ogbonnikan In keeping with the practice of early budget preparation for optimal performance, the Ogun State Government commenced town hall meetings with stakeholders to solicit their input into the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and the 2026 Budget. The practice of holding town hall meetings aligns with the inclusive governance style of the Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun and the administration’s ‘Building Our Future Together’ mantra. In today’s democratizing world, involving people in the decision-making process is essential for social capital. It not only gives them a sense of belonging, but also helps to choose projects that are a priority…
By Segun Adewale, Bauchi The Boys’ Brigade Nigeria, Bauchi Battalion Council has conferred Honorary Awards of Excellence to 12 of its patrons in recognition of their unwavering commitment, selfless service and outstanding contributions toward the growth and development of the organization in the state. In his remarks during the presentation of the awards at a special ceremony held at the United Evangelical Church, Bauchi on Saturday, 25 October, 2025, the State President of the organisation, Elder Gibson J. Godobe commended the recipients for their exemplary leadership, consistency, and passion for the growth and development of the organisation in the state.…
Ahead of the second leg of the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 qualifier against the Amazons of Benin Republic,the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has motivated the Super Falcons with the sum of N50 million. Governor Abiodun made this known in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, when he received the Super Falcons of Nigeria, who are billed to play the second leg of their final WAFCON qualifier at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena on Tuesday, 28 October, 2025 The Super Falcons had, on Friday, 24th October, defeated the Amazons of Benin Republic by two goals to nil…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, will attend the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum (2025APCS) in Dubai this week. The Minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, made this known in a statement in Dubai, on Monday, 27 October, 2025. Wike, who left Abuja on Sunday, arrived Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), at about 4am on Monday, 27 October, 2025 He was received by the Consul General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Dubai, Ambassador Zayyanu Ibrahim as well as officials of the Federal Capital Territory Administration who had…
By Haruna Saeed I have read with utter dismay the ill-conceived statement credited to one Sani Dododo, a recent defector from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State. His latest outburst, published in The Punch Newspaper, purports to reject the endorsement of Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, as the consensus northern candidate for the PDP national chairmanship. Nothing could be more mischievous, unfounded, and reflective of his trademark character assassination antics. Sani Dododo joined the PDP alongside Senator Adamu Aliero only a few years ago after years of virulent opposition to the same party…
By Wale Edun In this role, I often feel a mix of emotions: deep pride in our national journey, regret over the opportunities we failed to seize, and confidence in our direction of travel today. Despite some historical shortfalls and present-day challenges, I believe the most difficult phase of our economic journey is behind us. Nigeria has turned a decisive corner. The road ahead will demand hard work and discipline, but we are firmly on the right path. When President Bola Tinubu took office in 2023, Nigeria’s economy was on the brink of fiscal collapse. Slowing growth, surging inflation, and…
Residents of 16 units of three-bedroom apartments located at 96B, Ladipo Omotesho Cole Street, Lekki Phase 1, previously rented to Greenbirch Limited, have accused the company of unlawful entry, theft, intimidation, harassment, threats to life, and breach of public peace, among other offenses. The sub-tenants alleged that they were shocked to discover that the apartments actually belong to RAO Investment Property Company Limited owned by the Okoyas, which is currently in a legal tussle to recover the property from Greenbirch Limited. They claimed that the company, led by Mr. Lawrence Uwaoma Onwukwem; his partner Mr. Davies Isaiah Ijele; and staff…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated High Chief Olayinka Fasuyi, Asiwaju of Ijesaland, President/CEO and Founder of Ibadan Business School, Ibadan, on his 70th birthday on which comes up on Saturday, 25 October, 2025. President Tinubu rejoiced with the renowned management consultant who has served numerous multilateral and bilateral organisations, including the World Bank, African Development Bank, and other government departments. The President commended Chief Fasuyi’s leadership and contributions to community development through the Ijesa Community Development Assembly (ICDA) and the Ijesa Development Fund (IDF), which have redefined the socio-economic and infrastructural landscape of the entire Ijesaland. “This milestone is not…