Warri’s historic homecoming and the imperative of Itsekiri unity
By Dr. Michael Tidi, Esq. On Thursday, 26 February 2026, the ancient Warri Kingdom opened its arms to one of its most distinguished daughters, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This was not simply a ceremonial return; it was a moment where history, heritage, and destiny converged, […]
Senate urges FG to revert to old contractor payment system, replace envelope budgeting
By Henry Umoru, Abuja The Nigerian Senate has directed the Federal Government to return to the old payment system for contractors, citing delays and unpaid obligations under the current centralized system that have left many contractors owed for projects executed in 2024 and 2025. The Upper Chamber also called for the replacement of the Envelope […]
FG says Nigeria ready for State Police, seeks swift legal backing
The Federal Government has declared that Nigeria is ready for the establishment of State Police, with Bola Ahmed Tinubu determined to implement the long-debated reform once the necessary legal framework is in place.
Melania Trump to preside over UN Security Council meeting
Melania Trump will preside over a UN Security Council meeting next week, her office has announced, in the first such appearance by a US first lady.
Lagos issues 30-day traffic advisory for Lekki–Epe expressway rehabilitation
The Lagos State Government has released a comprehensive traffic management plan ahead of the second phase of rehabilitation on the Epe-bound carriageway of the Lekki–Epe Expressway, expected to last 30 days.
Fubara warns SSG, Chief of Staff against unauthorized meetings, threatens dismissal
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has charged the newly appointed Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and Chief of Staff (CoS) to discharge their duties with discipline, loyalty, and commitment to the administration’s success and the wellbeing of the people
Appeal court drops rape trial for ex-France striker Ben Yedder
A French appeal court on Thursday overturned the decision to send former France striker Wissam Ben Yedder to trial on rape charges, citing a lack of evidence, judicial sources told AFP.
Amotekun nabs five suspected bandits in Ekiti
The operatives of Ekiti State Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun corps have arrested two suspected fleeing bandits in the state.
Demolition: Lagos Assembly bans construction in Makoko, Shogunle
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Lagos State House of Assembly has imposed a construction ban on Makoko and Shogunle communities pending the conclusion of reconciliation with affected residents within a two-week period. The House also adopted the recommendation of the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on E-GIS, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, establishing a 250-metre setback from […]
Osun, Ekiti Polls: We’re battle-ready, ADC S/West caucus declares
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Southwest Caucus says it is fully prepared for the upcoming governorship elections in Osun and Ekiti states, signalling an early and coordinated push to strengthen its political presence in the region. The move reflects the party’s broader plan to ramp up mobilisation, tighten internal unity […]
MMIA FIRE: Ganduje raises concern over impact on aviation reforms
By Dickson Omobola Board chairman of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, Abdullahi Ganduje, has said the fire outbreak at the Old Terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Lagos, also known as Terminal I, could affect President Bola Tinubu’s reforms in the aviation sector. While lamenting what he described as the destruction […]
