The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has attributed the party’s expanding membership and electoral competitiveness to its robust internal structures, technology-driven membership system, and transparent approach to party administration. Speaking during a public presentation in Abuja, Professor Yilwatda said the APC’s adoption of electronic registration has fundamentally strengthened party organization and mobilisation. According to him, the digital register gives the party accurate and verifiable data on its members, including their locations and contact details, enabling effective communication, mobilisation, and planning during elections. He noted that the system also enhances the credibility of party primaries by…
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The Lagos State Government has announced that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will host and formally receive Lagos-based student athletes who delivered a historic, medal-laden performance at the 2026 World School Games Olympia, held in Doha, Qatar, from Thursday, 29 January, to Saturday, 31 January, 2026. The victorious contingent, comprising students from Lagos schools, distinguished themselves across athletics, football, and swimming in the Under-11, Under-13, and Under-15 categories, earning widespread acclaim for the State on the international stage. According to the Lagos State Sports Commission, the reception is intended not merely to celebrate medals but to honour the discipline, teamwork, resilience, and…
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), is one of our nation’s greatest gifts: a spiritual fortress, interceding for Nigeria and its people to God Almighty. His humility is genuine, and his wisdom runs deep beyond the ordinary. His contributions to our nation extend beyond the pulpit—where he ministers to souls—to philanthropy, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment. We celebrate the grace of stewardship and leadership upon the life of Pastor Adeboye, fondly called Daddy G.O., as he marks his 84th birthday on March 2, 2026. We congratulate him and join his wife, Pastor Foluke, members of…
The Independent Media and Policy Initiatives (IMPI) has said that President Bola Tinubu caused a turnaround in Nigeria’s economy by deploying tools of economic progressivism. In a policy statement signed by its Chairman Dr Omoniyi Akinsiju, IMPI argued that it was the best of way of weaning the country off decades of profligacy. It said, “Like the USA, Nigeria has had periods of decadent public value and normalisation of profligacy in high offices. “Before the economic reforms initiated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in May 2023, the Nigerian economy was characterised by a deeply entrenched oligarchy, where a small group…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Lagos State, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran has extended warm congratulations to the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, a proud Itsekiri daughter, on her installation as Utukpa-Oritse, Light of God, of the Warri Kingdom by His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri kingdom. Dr. Adediran described the honour from the First Lady’s root as a well-deserved recognition of her lifelong commitment to public service, humanitarian advocacy, and the empowerment of women, families, and vulnerable communities across the nation. JANDOR noted that the conferment of the revered traditional title underscores…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Lebara Nigeria on its official launch, describing the milestone as a strong vote of confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy and its future as a leading technology and investment destination in Africa. Nigeria’s telecommunications sector is a significant economic driver, with a 5.78 per cent year-on-year growth in Q3 2025 and an overall contribution of over 14 per cent to the nation’s GDP. The President commended the leadership and partners of Lebara Nigeria, including Mrs Teniola Stuffman, the Chief Executive, for their commitment to expanding telecommunications access, creating employment opportunities, and strengthening the nation’s digital infrastructure. He acknowledged…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Thursday, 26 February, 2026 declared that the compassion and sincerity of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, played a decisive role in his decision to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), reports thegazellenews.com Thegazellenews.com reports further that the Delta Governor spoke in Warri, Delta State, during the First Lady’s homecoming visit to Warri Kingdom, where she was received by the paramount ruler, Ogiame Atuwatse III, and conferred with the traditional title ofUtukpa-Oritse of Warri Kingdom, also known as Ugbone, meaning “Light of God.” The ceremony underscored the First Lady’s ancestral ties…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Lagos State University Muslim Alumni (LASUMA) has congratulated its distinguished member, Alhaji Ridwan Tunji Disu, on his appointment as Acting Inspector General of Police by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. In a press statement issued on behalf of its Board of Trustees, Advisory Council, Executive Council and entire membership, LASUMA expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah and described the appointment as well deserved. The statement was e-signed by Dr. Abdul-Azeez A. Anjorin (MNYA), President of LASUMA. The association said the elevation of Disu to the nation’s top policing position reflects his professionalism, integrity, dedication to national…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, has congratulated one of the institution’s alumni, Mr. Tunji Disu, on his appointment as the Acting Inspector-General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, reports thegazellenews.com Disu’s appointment was announced by the Presidency on Tuesday, 24 February, 2026. In a statement issued on behalf of the Governing Council, management, staff, students and alumni of the university, Olatunji-Bello described the elevation as well deserved and reflective of the university’s enduring commitment to producing leaders of national relevance. The congratulatory message concluded with a reaffirmation of institutional…
Some prominent opposition figures, led by the ADC and NNPP, gathered in Abuja today and made reckless, spurious allegations against President Bola Tinubu and the APC-led Federal Government. The opposition, particularly the ADC, has turned irresponsible political statements into an art form, all in a bid to attract cheap headlines and mislead the public. Working in cahoots with some civil society groups, the opposition has waged a relentless war of disinformation against the National Assembly and the administration, making false allegations in a bid to impose their will on Nigerians and the legislature, the arm of government constitutionally empowered to…