By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Lagos State Waste Management Authority has said effective waste management in the state can only be achieved through strong collaboration among government, private operators, residents and other stakeholders in the waste management value chain. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, made this known on Wednesday, 18 March, 2026 while presenting a paper at the annual conference of the Property and Environment Writers Association of Nigeria held at NECA House, Alausa, Lagos, where he spoke on the need for collective responsibility in maintaining environmental sanitation in the state. Gbadegesin, who was represented at…
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By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed all political appointees seeking elective offices in the 2027 general elections to resign their positions on or before Tuesday, 31 March, 2026, in compliance with the Electoral Act and the timetable released for the polls. The directive, contained in a press release dated Tuesday, 17 March, 2026 from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, stated that the decision was taken in line with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, as well as the schedule issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission ahead of party…
Senator Ifeanyi Araraume, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Nigeria and across the globe on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Fitr. In a statement to mark the end of Ramadan, Araraume highlighted the significance of the month long period of spiritual reflection, fasting, and devotion. “As Muslims gather with loved ones to share in the festivities, I join in the cheer, wishing everyone a blessed and peaceful Eid,” he said. The Senator expressed profound appreciation to Muslim Nigerians for their contributions to the nation’s growth, describing their faith, resilience, and patriotism…
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, Grace Ike, has been formally inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), a development she described as a defining step in her professional journey bridging journalism and strategic communication. Speaking shortly after the induction ceremony in Abuja, Ike said the recognition represents both a personal milestone and an opportunity to expand her commitment to responsible and impactful communication. According to her, the new role creates a strong link between her longstanding career in journalism and the evolving field of public relations. “This moment marks…
Residents of the Federal Capital Territory have been assured of prompt emergency response during the forthcoming Eid al-Fitr celebrations as the Federal Fire Service says it has put all operational units on high alert across the territory. Controller of the Service in the FCT, MS Anas, gave the assurance during a post-festive briefing with station commanders, where he directed officers to remain fully deployed and ready to respond swiftly to any fire outbreak or related emergencies throughout the celebration period. According to him, station commanders have been instructed to ensure that all personnel remain on duty and that fire trucks…
Governor of Borno State, Babagana Umara Zulum, has reassured residents that authorities remain firmly in control despite a recent resurgence of insecurity in parts of the state, pledging a robust response to defeat insurgent elements attempting to destabilize communities. In a statewide broadcast on Thursday, 19 March, 2026, the Governor acknowledged growing concerns following renewed attacks in some areas but insisted that the security situation remains manageable. Zulum said the recent spike in attacks was largely a result of intensified military offensives that have dislodged insurgents from their hideouts, forcing them to disperse and attempt infiltration into local communities. According…
Nigeria and the United Kingdom have sealed a landmark £746 million infrastructure financing agreement aimed at overhauling two of Nigeria’s busiest seaports in Lagos, in a move expected to significantly boost maritime efficiency, reduce trade bottlenecks and strengthen bilateral economic ties. The financing arrangement will fund the comprehensive rehabilitation and modernisation of the Lagos Port Complex and the Tin Can Island Port Complex, two critical gateways that handle a large share of Nigeria’s international cargo traffic. The deal is backed by UK Export Finance, the United Kingdom’s export credit agency, which is guaranteeing the loan through its Buyer Credit Facility,…
Nigeria and the United Kingdom have signed three key agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation on migration management, border security and business mobility between both countries. The agreements include a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Migration Partnership, a Statement of Intent on Cooperation on Organised Immigration Crime and Border Security, and another Statement of Intent on the expansion of business visas for UK companies operating in Nigeria. Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, signed two of the agreements on Wednesday, 17 March, 2026, and the third on Thursday while representing the Federal Government during official engagements in the United Kingdom. Speaking…
Environmental activist, Nnimmo Bassey, has warned that the growing dominance of junk food, genetically modified crops and global market forces is undermining Africa’s food culture and deepening the politics of hunger. Bassey made the remarks on Thursday during the Sustain-Ability Academy session on Food, Power and the Politics of Hunger, hosted by the Health of Mother Earth Foundation in collaboration with the University of Port Harcourt. He stressed that food occupies a central place in cultural identity and social life, noting that across Nigeria and other societies, food traditions reflect the diversity and history of different communities. According to him,…
The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to strengthen unity, tolerance and peaceful coexistence as Muslims across the country celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement issued on Thursday, 19 March, 2026 in Abuja, the Director-General of the institute, Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, congratulated the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria and around the world on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast. He said the occasion, which signifies the end of a period of fasting, reflection and spiritual devotion, provides an opportunity for citizens to renew their commitment to the…