President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies involved in the successful operation in Kogi State that led to the elimination of notorious bandit kingpin, Ibrahim Bastuji. The President described the operation as a significant blow to criminal networks terrorising communities in Kogi and neighbouring states. He noted that Bastuji’s reign of violence, kidnapping and attacks on civilians had caused untold hardship for residents, and his neutralisation will restore confidence and give respite for residents of the area. “I congratulate our gallant troops on this decisive milestone. Nigeria will not surrender any part of…
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By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, has commenced the process of appointing a new Vice-Chancellor as the tenure of the institution’s current Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, draws to a close, reports thegazellenews.com. The Governing Council of the university formally declared the position vacant in a public notice published on Monday, 15 June, 2026 inviting applications from qualified candidates for appointment as the institution’s 10th substantive Vice-Chancellor. The vacancy, advertised in line with the provisions of the Lagos State University Law 2004 (as amended), signals the beginning of a transition process at one of Nigeria’s foremost state-owned universities.…
By Tanimu Yakubu INTRODUCTION The unsigned commentary under review presents itself as a forensic examination of Nigeria’s recent capital-importation figures. Its central thesis is that because a substantial proportion of recent inflows entered Treasury bills and other money-market instruments rather than factories and industrial enterprises, the inflows should not be interpreted as evidence of confidence in Nigeria’s economy. Instead, they are characterised as speculative, transient and symptomatic of deeper economic weakness. The argument is forcefully stated. Unfortunately, it rests upon a misunderstanding of how capital typically returns to economies emerging from periods of macroeconomic instability and undertaking major policy adjustment.…
By Lanre Adewole Multiple years back, as the Lagos Bureau Chief of the Tribune newspapers, I was assigned to secure security for a company’s event, held somewhere on the Lagos Island. With the Lagos Crime editor, Mr. Lekan Olabulo, we approached the state police command’s special security formation, the Rapid Response Squad (RRS). Yeah, you are guessing right; current top cop, the 23rd indigenous Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu was the commandant. He made my assignment a piece of cake. The professionally-impressive cop billed the company, nada (Spanish word for “nothing”) and still showed up at the event as…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed shock over the death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of terrorists in Katsina State. General Abubakar, after a distinguished career in the military, retired a few years ago. He was on his way to his hometown when the hoodlums captured him. The President commiserated with his family, especially his wife, who is still being held against her will by the captors. He also extended his condolences to the Katsina State government and the armed forces. While the terrorists have done their worst, the President wants them to know that the…
Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran JANDOR, chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, extends warm congratulations to Lagosians and Nigerians alike on the occasion of the 2026 Democracy Day celebration. Dr. Adediran stated that June 12 occupies a unique place in Nigeria’s political history as a symbol of the people’s collective struggle for democratic governance, justice and the sanctity of the ballot. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by patriots who stood firmly for democratic ideals and ultimately paved the way for the democratic system we enjoy today. “As we commemorate…
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, has said that Nigeria’s uninterrupted democratic journey since 1999 has provided the foundation for the country’s progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Orelope-Adefulire noted that democratic governance has created the enabling environment necessary for advancing key development priorities, including poverty reduction, quality education, healthcare delivery, gender equality, economic growth and infrastructure development. In a statement released on Friday, 12 June, 2026, by her Special Assistant on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communications, Desmond Utomwen as Nigerians marked the 2026 Democracy Day, the presidential aide…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called for renewed commitment to ending child labour, urging governments, families, communities and relevant stakeholders to protect the rights, dignity and future of every child. Tinubu made the call on Friday,12 June 2026, in her message marking the World Day Against Child Labour, themed: “Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults.” The First Lady said the global observance presents an opportunity to reaffirm collective resolve to ensure that children are protected from exploitation and provided with the enabling environment to learn, grow…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has felicitated with Nigerians on the occasion of Democracy Day, urging citizens to reflect on the significance of June 12 and recommit themselves to the ideals of unity, patriotism, good governance, and national development. Professor Yilwatda described June 12 as one of the most important dates in Nigeria’s democratic journey, representing the courage and sacrifice of countless patriots who stood firmly for justice, electoral integrity, and the sovereignty of the Nigerian people. According to him: “Democracy Day is not merely another public holiday; it is a solemn reminder…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred national honours on veteran journalist Babajide Kolade-Otitoju and several pro-democracy activists in recognition of their roles in Nigeria’s struggle for democratic rule. The President announced the honours on Thursday, 11 June, 2026 during his Democracy Day address, where he paid tribute to individuals who endured persecution, incarceration, exile and other forms of repression in the fight to restore democratic governance following the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election. Tinubu said the awardees made immense sacrifices to defend democratic ideals at a time when doing so came at great…