The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has lauded the successful conduct of the local government elections in Rivers State, describing the development as a crucial milestone towards the full restoration of democratic structures in the state. Wike made the remarks on Saturday after casting his vote at Ward 9, Unit 7 in his hometown of Rumuepirikom, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. The former Rivers State governor expressed…

In a move aimed at restoring peace to the Akungba Akoko community, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has installed His Royal Majesty, Oba Isiaka Oseni Adu, as the new Alale of Akungba, ending a long-standing chieftaincy dispute. The ceremony, which took place on Saturday followed years of legal battles that reached the highest courts. Aiyedatiwa stated that the government’s decision was based on court rulings that favored Oba Adu’s claim to the…

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Thursday, made headlines after purchasing all the puff-puff sold by a roadside vendor for ₦50,000 during a rally in Osogbo, before offering her employment as a chef at the Government House. The incident occurred during an appreciation solidarity rally organised by Osun public servants, who trooped out in their thousands to commend the governor’s welfare initiatives since assuming office. In a viral video from…

The Lagos State Government has revealed that a total of 8,692 cases of domestic and sexual violence were reported between August 2024 and July 2025, with domestic violence making up the largest share. The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, SAN, disclosed the figures on Friday during a press briefing to kick off the 2025 Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness Month. Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mr Olanrewaju…

The Lagos State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the state government to increase the minimum wage for workers to ₦150,000, citing the rising cost of living and recent wage hikes in other states. State NLC Chairperson, Comrade Funmi Sesi, made the demand on Thursday while responding to the recent upward wage reviews by the governments of Imo and Ebonyi states. According to Sesi, Lagos workers…

Authorities in the City of Tshwane have begun demolishing two illegally constructed high-rise buildings owned by Nigerian property developer George Asaba, following multiple court rulings that declared the structures unsafe and in breach of municipal regulations. The demolition, which began this week, follows a March 2025 ruling by the Gauteng High Court ordering the removal of the buildings on Luttig Street in Pretoria West. The court found that Asaba had…

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has launched its nationwide enlightenment campaign in Yobe State, a move designed to promote national unity and development. The campaign, which was flagged off at a press conference in Damaturu, focuses on five key areas of national importance. Representing the Director-General of NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, the Director of Planning, Research and Strategy, Alhaji Nuru Yusuf Kobi, outlined the five thematic areas of the campaign. These…

The Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Adebowale Adedokun, has called for a new legal specialisation in Nigeria: “procurement lawyers.” Speaking at the 65th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), he argued that creating a cadre of legal experts focused on procurement law is essential to curb corruption and address the country’s massive infrastructure deficit. READ ALSO: Tinubu approves new procurement thresholds for federal contracts Adedokun…

By Ismaeel Aleem Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s (FG) dedication to harnessing the socio-economic potential of Nigeria’s geo-heritage sites through strategic collaboration with stakeholders, particularly state governments. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the UNESCO International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme (IGGP) Nigeria National Committee (NNC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja yesterday, Shettima emphasised the untapped opportunities in Nigeria’s geological assets. Led by Aminu Abdullahi Isyaku,…

The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has expressed confidence in the new leadership of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd. NEITI stated that the company, under its new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Bayo Ojulari, is well-positioned to drive critical reforms. During a courtesy visit to the NNPC Towers yesterday, NEITI’s Executive Secretary, Ogbonnaya Orji, praised the new management’s vision, noting that it comes at a crucial time…

By Ismaeel Aleem  In a landmark achievement for Nigeria’s aviation sector, Air Peace has successfully operated the first direct flight between Lagos, Nigeria, and São Paulo, Brazil, significantly strengthening ties between Africa’s largest economy and South America’s powerhouse. The inaugural flight, conducted on a Boeing 777, marks a new era of connectivity, slashing travel time from nearly 20 hours—previously routed through Europe or the Middle East—to a streamlined direct journey.…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the recent increase in the cost of international passports in Nigeria. In a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, Obi criticised the current administration’s persistent focus on imposing financial burdens on ordinary citizens. The Federal Government announced on Thursday a significant rise in passport fees. Under the new pricing, a 32-page international passport now…