It was a moment of joy for residents of Lagos East Senatorial District, as the Senator representing the district, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA formally unveiled 48 cooperative societies with take-off grants of N480 million, and also distributed empowerment items to about 2,000 constituents and food packs to over 12,000 households across the 98 wards, in the 16 LGAs/LCDAs of Lagos East Senatorial District. The event, adjudged as one of the largest empowerment exercises in the district’s history, underscored what many described as governance rooted in compassion, inclusion and tangible outcomes, which prioritised sustainable economic support, social intervention and a…
Author: Olamide Obayemi
By Oluwole Solanke, PhD, FCIB Life is a journey filled with seasons, moments of sunshine, times of storms, and unexpected detours that test our strength. Yet, in all these, one truth stands firm: the real power of life lies in our ability to begin again. The courage to rise after a fall is what separates dreamers from achievers, and the fearful from the unstoppable. Every great story has a moment of breaking; but more importantly, it has a moment of rebuilding. When life closes one chapter, it is not the end, it is an invitation to write a better one.…
By Segun Adewale, Bauchi As part of its commitment to strengthen household livelihoods and promote women-led micro-enterprises,the Jennifer Etuh Foundation,a Non – Governmental Organisation (NGO)has trained 1,000 women across Zaria and Makarfi Local Government Areas(LGAs) of Kaduna State under the Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project. Similarly, the Foundation which is committed to expanding into additional LGAs in 2026 is working closely in partnership with several organisations under the Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project. Speaking during the official close-out ceremony of the 2025 implementation cycle on Tuesday, 9 December, 2025, held in Zaria, Kaduna State, theProgramme Manager of the Foundation, Mr…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) wishes to clarify reports regarding the diversion of a NAF C-130 aircraft during its ferry mission to Portugal on 8 December 2025. Following takeoff from Lagos, the crew observed a technical concern which necessitated a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the nearest airfield, in accordance with standard safety procedures and international aviation protocols. NAF crew is safe and have received cordial treatment from the host authorities. Plans are ongoing to resume the mission as scheduled. The Nigerian Air Force appreciates the support received during this period and assures the public that NAF remains professionally…
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has warned Nigeria against continued exclusion of women from political leadership, insisting that to walk tall in the emerging world order a nation needs both genders. Speaking in Abuja, at a High-Level Roundtable with Media Professionals on the bill for the Reserved Seats for Women aimed at increasing women’s representation in Parliament, the UNDP Resident Representative for Nigeria, Elsie Attafuah, explained that the debate over the proposed Special Seats Bill for Women must move beyond emotion and politics, stressingthat women’s political participation is now a strategic requirement for Nigeria’s survival and leadership in a…
By Olalekan Oni One of the constant declarations of Chairman Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD) since assuming office has been his commitment to making Ikeja the model local government in Nigeria. His visionary I.K.E.J.A AGENDA, the master blueprint for his administration, reflects this aspiration in clear, practical, and measurable terms. While marking 100 days in office is a common tradition among governments across the country, AKOD chose a different path by celebrating 100 working days, a deliberate move to distinguish his leadership style and to amplify the value of service, productivity, and impact. The annual Spelling Bee Competition, an initiative introduced…
In a landmark move to advance grassroots sports development, Hon. Seyi Jakande, Chairman of Odi Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, has officially signed a branding and development agreement for the Ilupeju Basketball Court with Planet Bottling Company, makers of American Cola. The signing ceremony, held at the Chairman’s private conference hall on Monday, 8 December, 2025, centered on a strategic initiative tagged “American Polar Courtside”—a basketball activity platform created by the brand to promote sports, empower young talents, and strengthen communal unity across Lagos. The agreement marks a significant commitment to transforming Ilupeju into a vibrant sports hub. As part…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola In a truly extraordinary turn of events, a Saudi Arabian courtroom recently witnessed a legal dispute that was utterly devoid of the usual acrimony surrounding inheritance or wealth. Instead, the court became the stage for a deeply moving, albeit sorrowful, competition between two brothers vying for the sole honor of caring for their frail, elderly mother. This unique case, involving the respected Al-Ghamdi family, has since captured hearts across the region, serving as a powerful reminder of filial devotion. The central figures in this emotional saga were Hizam Al-Ghamdi, the elder brother, and his younger sibling,…
The Chairman of Ojo Local Government, Princess Muhibat Titilola Rufai, was honoured at the Lagos State University Muslim Alumni (LASUMA) 2025 Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony, where she received an Award of Excellence and served as the Special Guest of Honour. The event, themed: Sustainable Economy: The Prophetic Model for Equity, Justice and Viable Economy, aligns with her administration’s vision of fostering economic growth, fairness and social justice across Ojo Local Government. In her tradition of supporting progressive initiatives, Princess Rufai donated N1 million to strengthen the association’s activities and further encourage their impactful programmes. Furthermore, the Olojo of…
President Bola Tinubu has commended the security agencies for their tireless efforts in securing the freedom of the 100 students of Papiri Catholic School in Niger State. While expressing his joy over the safe return of the students, President Tinubu equally charged the security agencies to ensure the swift release of the remaining 115 students and their teachers who are still held hostage. President Tinubu assured the parents that both the federal and the Niger State governments are working closely to reunite all the abducted students with their families. “I have been briefed on the safe return of 100 students…