Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke has praised the crucial contributions of Afreximbank to Africa’s economic development and lauded the smooth leadership transition. This, he noted, ensures continuity in promoting trade and continental integration. READ ALSO: Gov Adeleke assures of unity in PDP ahead of national convention Adeleke said this while attending the investiture ceremony of George Elombi as the fourth President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), held in New…

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting and promoting the creative industry through strategic collaborations aimed at boosting tourism and ensuring year-round economic activity. The commitment was made by the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Toke Benson-Awoyinka during a series of courtesy visits from key stakeholders in the creative and tourism sectors at her office in Alausa. READ ALSO: LASEPA, UNIDO, Japan launch $275,000 cholera prevention project…

Lagos, Nigeria — The Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives on Constitution Review has approved the creation of an additional state in Nigeria’s South-East geo-political zone. According to a statement from the committee’s media unit, the decision was reached during a two-day retreat in Lagos on Saturday, where lawmakers reviewed 55 proposals for new states across the country. The session was chaired by the Deputy President of…

The Lagos State Ministry of Housing has announced its readiness to collaborate with the state’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to intensify the fight against the sale and use of hard drugs, particularly within government-owned housing estates. This commitment was revealed during a courtesy visit by an NDLEA delegation led by the Commander of the Lagos State Strategic Command, Abubakar Wali. READ ALSO: Lagos govt partners with 57 local council…

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed the Cherubim and Seraphim King of Kings Church located at No. 24, Georgius Cole Street, Ifako-Ijaye, for repeated violation of noise pollution regulations. The closure was executed on the directive of the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, after the church was found to have breached multiple peace agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) signed with the environmental…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has disclosed that he rejected a proposal to make Nasir El-Rufai, then Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, his successor at the end of his administration in 2007, citing concerns about El-Rufai’s readiness to lead Nigeria. Obasanjo revealed this on Friday during the second edition of the Ajibosin Platform Annual Symposium in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The former president explained that although El-Rufai had served under him…

The Nigeria Police Force has defended its decision to transfer human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, to Kuje Correctional Centre shortly after he was granted bail by a magistrate court in Abuja. Sowore, who was arrested on Thursday over alleged incitement and breach of public peace following the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest, was arraigned alongside 12 others before the Kuje Magistrate Court on Friday. He pleaded not guilty to…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has conveyed his deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for the appointment of General Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). Oluyede, who hails from Ikere-Ekiti, was previously serving as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) until his elevation to the top defence position, an appointment that was recently announced by the Presidency. READ ALSO: Oyebanji vows investor-friendly climate, seeks UK partnership…

Shinkafi has urged President Bola Tinubu and the party’s National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, to curb the alleged meddling of Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle.

The Presidency has offered clarification on the recent dismissal and replacement of Nigeria’s service chiefs, dismissing speculation that the move was linked to a rumoured coup attempt. Speaking, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said President Bola Tinubu acted fully within his constitutional powers to restructure the military leadership and “inject new direction” into the armed forces. “Service chiefs can be hired and fired by…

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Soludo highlighted his administration’s developmental strides in the area, noting that his commitment to Okpoko was one of his earliest actions after assuming office.