Screenshot Olufunke Otti Confirms Filing of Appeal Against Lagos High Court Judgment, Reaffirms Confidence in Appellate Process and Commitment to Business Continuity. Mrs. Olufunke Otti confirms that she has exercised her constitutional right of appeal following the judgment delivered by the Lagos State High Court on March 26, 2026, in Suit No. LD/3034LM/2022. The notice of appeal has been duly filed at the Court of Appeal, where the matter will now undergo full judicial review in accordance with due process of law. Mrs. Otti expresses profound respect for the Nigerian judiciary and reiterates her confidence in the appellate courts as…
Author: Adetutu Audu
Hon. Foluke Daramola-Salako, yesterday, May 2, 2027, formally presented her Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Oshodi Party Secretariat, marking a significant moment in the political landscape of Oshodi-Isolo Federal Constituency I. Her entry into the race, signals a notable shift from the traditionally male-dominated contest, positioning her as a bold and credible female aspirant with a clear vision for representation. Beyond the formal submission, Hon. Daramola-Salako, Nollywood actress, delivered a compelling and people-centered manifesto before the Party Chairman, Hon. Saheed Animashaun, alongside the seven Ward Chairmen, during a…
The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has flagged off the 2026 farming season in Niger State. She pointed out that the event which was also the distribution of farming tools and implements to farmers, was a visible testament to the nation’s commitment to agricultural transformation, food security, and rural prosperity. “Today’s event is not just the commencement of another farming season; it is a bold statement that Nigeria is ready to feed herself. It signals a deliberate transition from subsistence practices to modern, mechanised, and commercially viable agriculture.This gesture will no doubt empower our farmers with the tools…
By Mobolaji Sanusi “The moment there is suspicion about a person’s motives, everything he does becomes tainted.”—-Mahatma Gandhi(1869–1948). In a democracy, the opposition is considered an inevitable necessity. The opposition is expected to be an alternate force, a catalyst for fostering constructive accountability on the ruling party – in the prevailing circumstances, the All Progressives Congress(APC). Currently, the country seems bereft of an opposition with such sterling attributes. They aren’t proffering alternative paths or solutions, but are merely battling with how to wrest power from the incumbent. And sadly so, maybe because there is a role reversal: the driving force…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has extended the sensitisation programme for Niger Delta stakeholders on policy reform and the digitisation of its procurement system to promote transparency, efficiency and accountability in the Commission to Abia State. Speaking during the NDDC Procurement Policy Reform and Digitisation Stakeholders Sensitisation and Training Summit in Aba, Abia State, the NDDC Director, Procurement, Dr Chuks Osuji, said the initiative was meant to drive Institutional reforms, strengthen the system, enhance transparency and reposition public sector service delivery for development across the Niger Delta region. Osuji, who was represented by the NDDC Assistant Director, Procurement, Engr.…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), citing prolonged instability and unsuccessful efforts to restore unity within the party structure. The Governor announced the decision on Saturday, 2 May, 2026 after a high-level meeting with stakeholders from the State, following the Supreme Court judgment on the PDP leadership crisis. Bala Mohammed said the decision followed extensive consultations and reflects a responsible step to provide Bauchi citizens with a viable political alternative amid what he described as an unusual and challenging situation.…
The Etionary Properties Management Limited at the weekend, organised a train trip to Moniya, for the official unveiling of its Casaverde Resort and Residential Estate to prospective home owners. The initiative highlighted the seamless integration of transportation and real estate, while showcasing the accessibility and appeal of the development. The train has onboard about 112 guests, including dignitaries from the diaspora. Guests moved from the iconic Mobolaji Johnson Train Station to the Obafemi Awolowo Train Station Moniya, Ibadan, Oyo State, where the estate is strategically located. Welcome to Casaverde Estate and Resort, sitting at an estimated 36 minutes drive from…
Former Member of the House of Representatives for Oshodi-Isolo Federal Constituency II, Hon. Hakeem Abiodun Muniru, has joined a chorus of well-wishers across the political landscape to felicitate with distinguished lawmaker and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. James Abiodun Faleke, on his appointment as a member of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC) in Lagos State. In a statement issued on Wednesday, 29 April, 2026, Hon. Muniru described the appointment as a well-deserved recognition of Faleke’s unwavering commitment to progressive politics, legislative excellence, and grassroots mobilisation spanning over two decades. “Hon. James Faleke is a political colossus whose…
FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, has confirmed the appointment of Olayinka Ijabiyi as the substantive Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications. The appointment takes immediate effect and reinforces strong corporate governance at a pivotal point in the Bank’s growth and transformation journey. Olayinka Thomas Ijabiyi is a seasoned marketing and corporate communications professional with over 25 years of experience driving brand transformation, strategic visibility, and stakeholder engagement across financial services, telecommunications, media, and international development sectors. Ijabiyi joined FirstBank in 2011 and has served in acting capacity as the Group Head of Marketing and…