The Lagos State Government, through the Office of the Chief of Staff and the Project Implementation and Monitoring Unit (PIMU) is organising a high-level 3-Day Stakeholders’ Retreat themed “From Concept to Completion: Best Practices in Project Lifecycle Management” at Jubilee Chalet, Epe, that brings together key decision-makers and implementers from across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the State, private sector partners and development stakeholders, in collaboration with the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA. While declaring the event open, the Chief of Staff to Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Tayo Akinmade Ayinde, noted the timeliness of its theme and its…
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Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos on Friday, June 20, 2025, adjourned till September 26, 2025 further hearing in the case involving a music promoter, Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu ThankGod, also known as Eezee Tee. ThankGod, alongside his company, Eezee Global Concepts Limited, was arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, on an amended seven-count charge bordering on alleged foreign exchange malpractice and money laundering to the tune of $397,106 USD( Three Hundred and Ninety Seven Thousand, One Hundred and Six United States Dollars). …
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to building a resilient economy, improving the quality of life for the people and securing the future for generations to come. The Governor said this on Friday, 20 June, 2025, while presenting a State of the State Address, held at the Oyo State House of Assembly Complex, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. He noted that through several policies being implemented by the state government and its simple approach to solving complex governance issues, Oyo State has become an investment destination. Governor Makinde stressed that the government’s efforts have yielded many positive results,…
The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, arraigned one Abdulkarim Auwalu before Justice A.O. Owoeye of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. Auwalu was arraigned on a six-count charge bordering on operating bureau de change business without an appropriate licence by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN. The petitioner alleged that he was approached by some unknown persons on the phone with a business proposal for investments in the defendant’s business and other related businesses in Nigeria. The proposal allegedly involved the injection of about $10 million into the defendant’s science and…
MTN Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive development with the successful delivery of the 2025 edition of 21 Days of Y’ello Care, its annual employee volunteerism campaign. This year’s theme, “Connecting at the Roots: Connecting Communities Through the Use of Digital Tools”, came alive in communities across the country through tangible acts of service powered by MTN Staff volunteers. Over the course of 21 days, thousands of MTN Staff, referred to as MTNers, across Nigeria stepped into underserved communities with tools, skills, and empathy. They bridged digital gaps, inspired hope and created sustainable impact at the grassroots level. “Y’ello…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has awarded Foreign Post Graduate Scholarships to 200 successful candidates for its 2025 scholarship programme. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, observed that the 200 beneficiaries underwent a qualification process that was free from political interferences or external influences. He stated: “The panel, which was constituted to carry out this qualification process, worked hard to produce the best candidates. I want to commend the panellists for doing a great job. They raised the bar, leading to the best results” Ogbuku announced that last year, one of the beneficiaries of the NDDC foreign scholarship…
As the Ogun State government intensifies efforts on the re-construction of roads in Ijebu-Ode and its environs, residents of the town have commended the government for giving the town a facelift in the area of a good road network and other social amenities. The residents who bared their minds in a chat with newsmen said critical infrastructure in the ancient town had been in a downward trend for a long time, but the narratives have changed since the inception of the present administration. A resident of Tam-Balogun, one of the roads under construction in the town, Mr. Oduwole Lawrence, recalled…
President Bola Tinubu Thursday, 19 June, 2025, in Kaduna State, commended the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, for leading the process of restoration of peace, and harmony in the state. President Tinubu, who was on an official visit to the state, inaugurated the Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development in Rigachikun, Igabi Local Council, 300-bed Bola Ahmed Tinubu Specialist Hospital, Millennium City, and 100 CNG Buses. The President noted that the governor had placed the state on the path of progress by prioritizing peace among the people, and initiating a healing process among the various ethnic groups. …
The spirit of excellence, unity, and celebration radiated through Finicky Hall, Yaba, Lagos, on Saturday, May 31, 2025, as the Gentlemen’s Circle of the Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) Accountancy Alumni (ND 94/HND 98 set) honoured three of their own with Distinguished Leadership Awards. The prestigious awards, bestowed in recognition of outstanding professional achievements and leadership in public service, went to: •Ayo Adeonipekun, FCA, newly appointed Registrar/Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers •Dr. Yemi Sanni, FCA, PhD, newly appointed Commissioner, Tax Appeal Tribunal, Federal Government of Nigeria •Ruth Okunbor, FCA, Ex-Chairperson of the Society of Women Accountants of…
Head Coach Justine Madugu has selected captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and forwards Francisca Ordega and Asisat Oshoala among a list of 24 players for the Super Falcons’ quest for a 10th continental title at the 13th Women Africa Cup of Nations finals to be staged 5th – 26th July in Morocco, reports thegazellenews.com. One notable inclusion is Chioma Okafor of University of Connecticut in US. Okafor pledged her loyalty to Nigeria despite being eligible to play for Malawi. Okafor was born to a Nigerian father and a Malawian mother, and despite having been living in the US since…