The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Kogi State, Umar Musa Masa’udu, has reiterated the critical importance of road safety, calling on all stakeholders to renew their commitment to saving lives and preventing avoidable road crashes as the world marks the Global Road Safety Week. Speaking at a press briefing in
In a decisive step toward achieving cleaner and safer domestic energy use, the Federal Government has flagged off its nationwide Clean Cooking Stove campaign in Oyo State, with a bold target of transitioning millions of Nigerian households to safer energy alternatives by the year 2030. The campaign, which officially commenced on Monday in Ibadan, the
Residents of Oyo-Iwa, a community located near the Dangote Cement Plant in Kogi State, are living in fear as a wave of kidnappings and killings continues to plague the once peaceful area. During a recent protest, distressed locals called on both the government and the Dangote Group to intervene and restore security and economic support
Lagos — In a recent survey published by TimeOut Magazine, Lagos has emerged as one of the world’s best cities for 2025, earning global recognition for its vibrant culture, dynamic economy, and thriving entertainment scene. The city’s meteoric rise on the global stage highlights its unique blend of tradition and modernity, alongside its rapid transformation
In a continued show of commitment to the welfare of its workforce, the Lagos State Government has disbursed a total sum of ₦978,110,624.45 to 510 next-of-kin beneficiaries of 280 deceased civil servants. The payment, made through the Lagos State Ministry of Establishments and Training in conjunction with LASACO Assurance Plc, was confirmed during the 102nd
Tributes and celebrations have continued to pour in from across Nigeria and beyond in honour of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON, the revered Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, as the nation salutes one of its most distinguished and enduring traditional monarchs. Widely regarded as a symbol of integrity, courage, and
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr.) Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I), has issued an indefinite suspension order against two prominent Mogajis over alleged involvement in land grabbing and other forms of misconduct deemed injurious to the integrity of the Ibadan traditional institution. Affected by the royal directive are Mogaji Kamorudeen Kolawole
In a development that has sent ripples through Nigeria’s financial and corporate landscape, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a former Managing Director of First Bank of Nigeria, Bisi Stephen Onasanya, and former Chairman of FBN Holdings, Oba Otudeko, before a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, over allegations of involvement in
The Lagos State Government has shifted the commencement date for the repair of the Ogudu–Oworonshoki bridge, announcing that the rehabilitation project will now begin on Monday, May 6, 2025. The exercise is scheduled to run for 110 days, ending on September 23, 2025. According to a statement released by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun
Agricultural development expert and food security advocate, Africanfarmer Mogaji, has stated that Nigeria’s foremost challenge is not insecurity as widely assumed, but the country’s persistent failure to harness its vast human and natural resources. He made this assertion during a recent interview where he called for a strategic rethink in national priorities, especially in the
