The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government, Hon. Akinpelu Ibrahim Johnson, alongside the five other Local Government Chairmen within the federal constituency, hosted stakeholders from Lagos West at the Multi-purpose Hall of Alimosho Local Government on Thursday, 26 March, 2026. The meeting, chaired by Chief Rabiu Olùwa, brought together prominent leaders from Lagos West, including Chief Henry Ajomale, Dr. Abdul Lateef Ibirogba (South West Organising Secretary of the party), Chief Sunday Aboyade (Lagos West Vice Chairman), and Hon. Afolabi Dada, who oversees the affairs of persons living with disabilities, among other distinguished dignitaries. In his address, Chief Oluwa explained that the…
Author: Adetutu Audu
By Babafemi Ojudu On every March 27, I pause. I pause to take stock—not just of years lived, but of values held, battles fought, and lessons learned. It has become my quiet ritual to restate who I am, what I stand for, and what I still hope to become. This year, that pause is deeper. Heavier. More reflective. I turn 65. It is an age that carries a private meaning for me—one that is both tender and sobering. It was at this same age that I lost my dear mother, my anchor, my first teacher in resilience, dignity, and grace.…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi Nigerian Association of Evaluators (NAE), has emphasized the critical role of monitoring and evaluation in driving national development and strengthening governance systems. It therefore advocated for the passage of a Monitoring and Evaluation Bill to institutionalize the M&E cadre across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in the country. The advocacy was made by the President of the Association, umar Ibrahim, while briefing Journalists in Bauchi on Thursday, highlighting the roles and functions of the Association. According to him, “The proposed legislation is expected to enhance performance tracking, curb waste, reduce corruption risks, and drive sustainable…
By Wale Joseph Nigeria’s women’s wheelchair basketball team have etched their names in history after qualifying for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The team sealed their place with an impressive 8–3 victory over South Africa in Thursday’s final at the qualifiers held in Angola, overturning earlier disappointment to emerge champions. Led by captain Ijigbamigbe Gbemisola Olubisi, the Nigerian side produced a spirited comeback performance against the tournament favourites. Having suffered a 7–3 defeat to the same opponents during the group stage, the team showed resilience and determination when it mattered most to claim the lone qualification ticket. Reacting…
By Tunde Odesola (Published in The PUNCH, on Friday, March 27, 2026) Back in the Italy of 44 BC, there lived a babalawo called Spurinna. Spurinna was a haruspice. In ancient Rome, a haruspice was a priest or soothsayer who practised divination by inspecting the entrails–specifically the liver and gallbladder–of sacrificed animals, to interpret the messages of the gods. Spurinna was popular in his time and was much sought after. He was like Nigeria’s present-day A-list religious leaders. So, it was to Spurinna that the Roman military general, Julius Caesar, went when the exceptionally important month of March beckoned. In…
The Imota Local Council Development Area, under the leadership of the Chairman, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele, on Thursday, 26 March, 2026, organized a comprehensive onboarding and training programme for its newly recruited senior officers. The initiative is part of strategic efforts aimed at strengthening administrative efficiency and enhancing service delivery across the council. The training programme, held at the Imota Council Secretariat, brought together top management officials, seasoned resource person, and the newly recruited officers. The exercise was designed to familiarize participants with the structure, culture, and operational procedures of the council, while preparing them for their roles in policy…
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) sitting in Maitama has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of the self-appointed factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, (SAN). Justice Peter Kekemeke issued the arrest warrant on Thursday, 26 March, 2026 after Turaki failed to attend court for the purpose of his being arraigned on a one count criminal charge brought against him by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) in which he is accused of, among others, giving false information to the police. When the case was called on Thursday, lawyer…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigeria’s traditional rulers to step up their involvement in addressing the country’s security challenges and promoting unity across diverse communities. He emphasised that beyond their ceremonial roles, royal fathers must serve as stabilising forces within their domains, leveraging their influence to encourage peaceful coexistence and strengthen social cohesion. President Tinubu stated this on Thursday, 26 March, 2026, in Lagos at the launch of the autobiography of His Royal Highness, Oba (Dr) Samuel Oluyemisi Olu Falae. Speaking through his Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, CON, President Tinubu said the country’s…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Oceangate Engineering Oil & Gas Limited has rejected a Federal High Court ruling ordering the forfeiture of its assets, insisting that the decision was not a finding of wrongdoing and confirming that it has initiated an appeal. In a statement issued on Wednesday 25 March, 2026, in Abuja, the company clarified that the ruling was a civil asset forfeiture order based on suspicion rather than proof, stressing that neither the organisation nor its leadership had been found guilty of any offence. The firm stated that it had already instructed its legal counsel to challenge the decision…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Youth groups from Badagry Federation in Lagos West Senatorial District have intensified the call for the zoning of the Lagos State governorship to Badagry, declaring support for All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Mr. Samuel Mawuyon Ajose, as a credible aspirant ahead of the next governorship election. The demand was made during a media briefing organised by APC youth groups in Lagos West in support of Ajose’s governorship ambition. The event, held on Thursday, 26 March 2026, at De Santiago Milan Hotel & Suites, Amuwo-Odofin, Lagos, brought together youth leaders, party members and supporters, who said the…