The Lagos State Government has convened a landmark Revenue Recovery Summit, aimed at accelerating the resolution of revenue-related cases in the courts. The summit, themed “Speedy Dispensation of Revenue Cases in Court,” was held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, and brought together key stakeholders in the justice and revenue sectors. Speaking at the event, the Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba, who was represented by Justice Hakeem…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has approved the appointment of Olusegun Ategbole as the new Chairman of the Ondo State Hospital Management Board. Ategbole’s appointment took immediate effect following the exit of Taiwo Fasoranti, who now serves as the Secretary to the State Government (SSG). With over 30 years of medical practice, Ategbole has served in several hospitals and health institutions across Nigeria and the United States. READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa…

President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s resolve to tackle inflation and promote economic stability through fiscal discipline, transparency, and active citizen engagement. Speaking at the opening of the National Conference on Fiscal Governance, Transparency and Accountability in Abuja on Monday, Tinubu said the government is taking steps to strengthen financial systems across ministries, departments, and agencies. The three-day event was organised by the National Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee. Represented…

The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara Traditional Rulers Council, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has mourned the death of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, who passed away on Monday at the age of 90. The Emir’s condolence message, issued through his spokesman, Dr Abdulazeez Arowona, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria in Ilorin, described the passing as the divine will of Almighty Allah. Oba…

The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has paid tribute to the late Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, describing him as a giant in thought and action whose legacy will inspire generations. In a condolence message released on Monday and signed by the Secretary to the Sultanate Council, Alhaji Sai’idu Maccido, the Sultan expressed deep sorrow over the monarch’s passing, which he said leaves…

The Osun State office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced dates for the commencement of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, in preparation for the 2026 governorship election in the state. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr Mutiu Agboke, made the announcement on Monday during a strategic meeting with Electoral Officers (EOs) in Osogbo. The meeting was held as part of efforts to evaluate readiness for the…

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), calling it senseless and unjust. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics on July 6, 2025, Obi questioned the rationale behind keeping Kanu in custody, especially over what he described as non-violent offences. “Why is he still being held? It doesn’t make sense to…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to publish the long-delayed forensic audit report of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and prosecute those allegedly obstructing its release. In a letter dated 5 July 2025 and signed by its deputy director, Kolawole Oluwadare, SERAP called on Tinubu to instruct the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), and anti-corruption agencies to act swiftly on the…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has claimed that Nigeria was in a near-collapse state before President Bola Tinubu came into power. Speaking during a thanksgiving service at St. James’ Anglican Church in Asokoro, Abuja, on Sunday, Wike praised Tinubu’s leadership for making tough but necessary decisions to revive the country. “The country was dead. It takes hard decisions to bring it back to life. We know…

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, joined his ancestors at the age of 90. The monarch, who succeeded the late Oba Lekan Balogun, died early Monday morning (today) during the ongoing 90th birthday and first-anniversary coronation celebrations. Oba Olakulehin’s demise comes just two days after he marked his 90th birthday. The late Olubadan, Oba Olakulehin, was birth on July 5, 1935. He was officially presented with the staff of…

President Bola Tinubu has called for a comprehensive review of the current global governance structure, as well as reforms in the financial and healthcare systems, to promote greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. At the 17th BRICS Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, yesterday, Mr Tinubu highlighted the urgent need to address environmental degradation, the climate crisis, and global healthcare inequalities. He noted…

Abuja — The World Bank has appointed Dr. Mathew Verghis as its new Country Director for Nigeria, effective July 1, marking a key leadership change in one of the institution’s largest African portfolios. Verghis, an Indian national, succeeds Dr. Ndiame Diop, who has moved to a new role within the organisation. The appointment was confirmed in a statement issued by the World Bank on Friday. With more than 20 years…