Former Director General of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) and Managing Consultant Crestpoint consulting Ltd, Sir Itiako Ikpokpo KSM, has urged the Nation’s parliament to urgently provide the necessary legislative framework and constitutional provisions to institutionalize community policing under the control and regulation of local governments as a lasting solution to Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. In a statement, Ikpokpo commended the recent military clampdown on kidnappers around Ogwashi-Uku and other parts of Delta North Senatorial District, noting that the support and intelligence-gathering roles of community vigilantes and volunteer security groups were crucial to the success of those operations. …
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Rotimi Pedro’s appointment as the Director General of the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) has been described as a very good step towards reviving sports broadcasts in the country. Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), made the assertion in reaction to the formal announcement of the appointment. Elegbeleye said Pedro has been one of the prime advocates of commercial broadcasts in the country, which he has done for decades through his OSMI Sports marketing firm. “I must commend the vision of Mr. President who has continued to energise the country’s socio-economic space in Nigeria through policies…
The Senator representing Lagos West District, Dr Idiat Adebule, has inaugurated a newly constructed Skill Acquisition Centre at Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Lagos. The facility, built as part of her constituency projects, is designed to empower residents through vocational training and promote self-reliance. Senator Adebule said the centre will complement the efforts of the Lagos State Government and the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government in human resource development of the people of Lagos-West District. According to her, the centre is just a tip of the iceberg, adding that more of such impactful projects are ongoing…
In a heartfelt display of solidarity, Hon. Seyi Jakande, Executive Chairman of the Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA; along with Hon. Tunbosun Aruwe, Chairman of Mushin LG; paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Hon. Zainab Adeshewa Shotayo, who served as the Councillor for Ward C3, on Tuesday, 19 August, 2025. Before this visit, Aruwe led a delegation that included his Vice Chairman, Hon. Karaole Semiu; the Leader of the Legislative arm, Hon. Dele Abioye; Chief of Staff, Hon. Olajide Lookman; and other council members from Mushin LG to visit Jakande and express their condolences regarding Shotayo’s passing. Jakande, Aruwe,…
By Femi Ogbonnikan All is now set for the commencement of commercial operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport, Illisan-Remo, Ogun State, following the Interim Aerodrome Operational Permit granted it by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on Friday, August 15, 2025. The approval allows the airport to operate scheduled commercial air transport flights. With the nod, a major international aviation company is expected to operate two weekly cargo flights from London to the airport, while passenger flights will be launched with direct routes to Abuja (Federal Capital Territory) and Port Harcourt, Rivers state capital. This is not just another…
By Segun Adewale, Gombe A charity organisation in Gombe State, Velocity Humanitarian Foundation, has saved a young man, Shuaibu Ali, whose deteriorating fracture condition is widely reported in the state from becoming lame. Shuaibu who hails from Jauro Kuna community in Gombe suffered a severe leg fracture which failed to heal by traditional herbalists while struggling to earn a living. After months of inadequate treatment at home, Shuaibu’s condition deteriorated, making him cry out for help to avoid amputation. He said he is a low income earner who hustles for survival and feared that if he loses his leg, he…
The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended former Governor of the state and Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Otunba Gbenga Daniel and Hon Kunle Folarin for alleged anti-party activities, reports thegazellenews.com According to a statement by the Director of Publicity for the party in the state, Nuberu Olufemi, the state chapter has ratified the decision to suspend the two members by their respective wards. Thegazellenews.com reports further that the state Chairman of the state chapter of the party, Chief Yemi Sanusi presided over the meeting where the suspension was ratified with 16 other members in…
The stage is set for a heavyweight clash as Nigeria’s D’Tigers face the Lions of Senegal in the quarterfinal of the 2025 AfroBasket on Wednesday afternoon. Senegal booked their spot after defeating South Sudan 78–65 in the playoff round, setting up a mouthwatering tie with Nigeria, who topped group B. The Lions boast a rich history in the competition, with five championship winner’s medals (1968, 1972, 1978, 1980, 1997), six silver medals, and five bronze medals. This year marks their 30th AfroBasket appearance. Nigeria, meanwhile, are making their 20th appearance at the tournament. The D’Tigers won gold in 2015, with…
The Super Eagles B caged Congo’s Red Devils with two goals in the second half in the Tanzanian capital, Dar es Salaam on Tuesday, but their firepower came too late as both teams were eliminated from the 8th African Nations Championship at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium. Congo had hopes of inching their way into the knockout rounds before kick-off, with two points from their first two matches, including a fit-fighting draw with champions Senegal. On their part, the Eagles already had their bags packed for the journey home after an underwhelming first two games of the group phase in which…
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State on the passing of his father, Alhaji Ahmed Momohsani Ododo. The President stressed that his thoughts and prayers are with the Ododo family, friends, and the people of Kogi State as they mourn the deceased. Alhaji Momohsani died on Monday, 18 August, 2025, after observing the afternoon Muslim prayers at 83. President Tinubu described the deceased as a respected community leader whose legacy is evident in the accomplishments of the children he nurtured. The President urged Governor Ododo, his family, and the entire Ododo…