First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has rallied wives of State Governors to take bold, independent action in tackling social vices and economic challenges. She spoke at the 1st quarterly meeting of Wives of State Governors for year 2026. Senator Oluremi Tinubu urged them to prioritise youth empowerment, women’s skills, and grassroots interventions tailored to their regions. Drawing from her tenure as Lagos First Lady, she shared how initiatives like Spelling Bee competition kept children to stay in public schools, complementing government efforts. She noted that her past projects—Musical Fiesta, Leadership Academy for girls starting with 20 participants—served as…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu says the fasting period of both Christians and Muslims falling at the same period is a direct message from God to Nigerians. She stated this at the interfaith Breaking of Fast (Iftar/ Lent) she held for women from across all sectors. The First Lady explained that the message is a strong one about harmonious living and unity. “Jesus said in the Bible that He did not come to abolish the law but the laws Moses brought down from the mountain can be summarized in 2, love God and love one another,” she said. Senator…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has assured that the 1.2-kilometre Kaa-Ataba Bridge linking the Khana Local Government Area to the Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, will be inaugurated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of activities marking his third anniversary in office. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, stated this during an inspection of the project by members of the Commission’s Governing Board, led by the Chairman, Mr. Chiedu Ebie. The team included the Executive Director of Projects, Dr Victor Antai; the Executive Director of Corporate Services, Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde and other Directors of the…
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday commissioned Phase II of the Imashayi–Igan-Okoto–Ayetoro Road in Yewa North Local Government Area of the state, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to completing the final phase of the project. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Governor Abiodun assured residents that the last phase of the road would be completed to fully connect the corridor to Ayetoro, thereby improving transportation and economic activities in the area. The Governor also directed the Ministry of Housing to immediately inspect the Youth Development Centre in the local government area and commence work to renovate and upgrade the…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo as an enduring study in leadership, public service, and national responsibility for younger generations as he celebrates his 89th birthday. Governor Abiodun made the remark during the 89th birthday lecture in honour of the elder statesman, themed “The Global Africa Enlightenment: From Chains to Renaissance,” held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library on Thursday in Abeokuta. According to the Governor, national development depends on strong institutions and leaders who are willing to think beyond immediate interests. He noted that the theme of the lecture reflects Africa’s historical…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Federal Government has issued a Prohibition Notice and ordered the immediate closure of African Refractory and Allied Products Company (ARAP) over alleged hazardous working conditions and regulatory breaches. The directive, announced on Thursday, 5 March ,2026, followed a recent inspection by the Occupational Safety and Health Department of the Ministry of Labour and Employment at the company’s facility located at Km 46, Ikorodu-Sagamu Expressway, Ogijo, Ogun State. The order was issued by the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, after a series of reports indicated that workers at the plant were exposed…
By Wale Joseph CMCM Football Club continued their impressive run of form with a convincing 3–0 victory over Sportellectual FC in a friendly match played at the Isheri Mini Stadium, Berger. The team produced another confident and disciplined performance, showing improved cohesion and control as they dominated proceedings from start to finish. Ridwan Munir opened the scoring for CMCM FC with a well-taken strike to set the tone for the encounter. John Usman later doubled the advantage with a composed finish, while Mohammed Abubakar sealed the victory with the third goal, completing a commanding outing for the side. In goal,…
President Bola Tinubu announced, today, Thursday, 5 March, 2026, the successful conclusion of a historic settlement agreement between the Federal Government of Nigeria, ENI, and Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAEL). The announcement was made at the meeting in his office attended by the Chief Executive Officer of Eni, Claudio Descalzi; the Chief Operating Officer, Guido Brusco; the Head of Sub-Saharan Region, Mario Bello; the Managing Director of Nigerian Agip Exploration, Fabrizio Bolondi; and the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Olu Arowolo-Verheijen. The agreement brought to a close the long-standing dispute over Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 245, paving the…
In a sweeping show of reform across Nigeria’s internal security architecture, the Federal Government has promoted more than 70,000 paramilitary officers within three years and launched a technology-driven Integrated Operating Centre to track immigration violators in real time. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the twin developments in Abuja while declaring open the 2026 Sectoral Performance Retreat for agencies under the Ministry of Interior. The retreat, held at the Nigeria Army Conference Centre, was themed “Accountable Leadership, Measurable Impacts: Reviewing Results, Renewing Commitments.” Tunji-Ojo described the mass promotion exercise as unprecedented, saying it reflects the commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s…
Nigeria will require an estimated $23 billion to bridge electricity gaps in underserved and unserved communities nationwide, a revelation that underscores both the scale of the country’s energy deficit and the urgency of accelerating its clean energy transition. The Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Abba Abubakar Aliyu, disclosed the figure in Abuja during the switch-on ceremony of Phase 1 of the Greening of the UN House solar project — an event that doubled as a demonstration of how renewable energy could power Nigeria’s march toward universal access. Aliyu said a comprehensive nationwide mapping exercise by the agency…