Establish framework to guide disposal of empty containers – SEREC to FG, others
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Sea Empowerment and Research Center, SEREC has called on the federal government and other relevant agencies, especially Nigeria Customs Service, NCS; Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA; Nigerian Shippers’ Council, NSC; and Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy to jointly establish a comprehensive regulatory framework that would provide clear guidelines for the […]
Africa must reclaim history to build better leadership – Fr. Odior
By Ebunoluwa Sessou & Matthew Johnson Convener of Africa Memorial Day and founder of the Correct Connect Africa Foundation, Fr. Aleakwe Odior, has called on Africans to reclaim their history and cultural consciousness as a pathway to addressing the continent’s persistent leadership and governance challenges. Speaking at the 2026 Africa Memorial Day celebration in Lagos, […]
Insecurity: Badagry LG imposes curfew on okada riders, ends night parties
By Esther Onyegbula In a move aimed at strengthening security and curbing criminal activities, the Chairman of Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State, Mr Babatunde Hunpe, has announced a ban on night parties and restricted the operations of commercial motorcycle operators, popularly known as okada riders, to between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily. […]
ECOWAS holds workshop on records management, archives policy implementation
By Innocent Anaba The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, has held a five-day workshop on the operationalisation of its Records Management and Archives Policy as part of efforts to strengthen transparency, accountability and institutional efficiency. The workshop, which began on June 1, 2026, brought together directors, heads […]
Suntan beach management dismisses security scare reports, reaffirms safety of visitors
By Esther Onyegbula The management of Suntan Beach Resort, Badagry, has dismissed reports circulating on social media suggesting a security scare at the popular tourist destination, insisting that the incident in question was a routine security operation that posed no threat to visitors or staff. Reacting to narratives surrounding a viral video linked to the […]
SONPED urges immediate funding and equipment for Defence Ministry
The Executive Secretary of the Society for Neighbourhood Peace and Development, SONPED, Barrister George Utomhim, has called on the Federal Government to provide real-time funding and appropriate equipment to the Ministry of Defence and its formations. Barrister Utomhim warned that delays in releasing adequate funds and modern equipment are not only dampening the morale of […]
