Author: Adeniyi Daniel

Governor Seyi Makinde has inaugurated the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs in Ibadan on Thursday, with the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, appointed as the inaugural chairman for a two-year term. The council’s chairmanship will rotate among three leading traditional rulers: the Olubadan, the Alaafin of Oyo, and the Soun of Ogbomoso. The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, one of the foremost monarchs in the state, was conspicuously absent from the inauguration, which took place at the House of Chiefs Hall, State Secretariat, Ibadan, on Thursday. The inauguration followed the passage of the Oyo State Council…

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has assured members of the Nigerian Armed Forces of his administration’s unwavering support in their efforts to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty and protect lives and property across the country. The Governor gave the assurance on Thursday during the Parade and Laying of Wreaths Ceremony to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, held at the Remembrance Arcade, Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos Island. He was represented at the event by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat. Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed the Lagos State Government’s commitment to supporting the families of fallen heroes,…

The Lagos State Taskforce has arrested three suspects for impersonating officers of the Nigerian Navy in a bid to defraud members of the public and obstruct lawful government operations during the demolition of illegal structures in Oworonshoki area of the state. The arrest, which occurred during enforcement activities linked to the removal of illegal shanties and encroachments on government land in Oworonshoki, was carried out under the leadership of the Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele. In a statement issued on January 15, 2026, and signed by Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State Taskforce, the agency…

Adron Homes has officially commenced its 2026 National Business Convention, themed “Breaking New Grounds, Beyond and Above 2.0,” setting the tone for another year of innovation, expansion, and leadership within Nigeria’s real estate sector. The convention opened with a strategic address by the Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, who charged executives and senior managers to sustain the company’s culture of excellence, embrace innovation, and drive sustainable growth as Adron Homes consolidates and expands its nationwide footprint. Bringing together top executives, directors, and managers from across the country, the annual convention provides a critical platform for strategic…

A total of 617 out of 10,584 undergraduate students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) will graduate with First Class honours at the institution’s 56th convocation ceremonies, scheduled to hold next week. The figure represents 5.8 per cent of the total undergraduate graduating population. Overall, 16,506 graduands will be awarded first degrees, postgraduate degrees, diplomas and certificates during the ceremonies, which will run from January 20 to 22 at various venues within the Akoka campus of the university. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, disclosed this on Wednesday during a press conference at the Senate Building of the institution. According to…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised concerns over alleged mismanagement of funds and weak governance structures in some Nigerian universities, warning that the trend is undermining accountability, institutional stability and academic standards. The ASUU President, Prof. Chris Pinuwa, voiced the concerns on Wednesday in Abuja at the unveiling of the 2025 re-negotiated agreement between the Federal Government and the union. Pinuwa said weak governance frameworks in some institutions had continued to affect the effective utilisation of resources, despite statutory provisions for university autonomy. “Although university autonomy is recognised in principle and partially entrenched in law, its implementation…

The Lagos State Taskforce has arrested 281 street urchins, popularly known as ‘Omotaku’, in a renewed clean-up enforcement operation aimed at ridding the state of criminal elements who harass and extort motorists across major roads and highways. The arrests were made during a week-long operation carried out from Thursday through the weekend up to Wednesday, January 14, 2026, as part of the agency’s sustained efforts to restore order and ensure public safety across the Lagos metropolis. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State Taskforce, said the operation was targeted at suppressing the activities of…

Super Eagles assistant captain Victor Osimhen has acknowledged that hosts Morocco will enjoy a significant advantage when both sides clash in Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final, but insists Nigeria remain strong contenders for a place in the final. Osimhen, who is expected to lead the Super Eagles in the absence of suspended captain Wilfred Ndidi, made the remarks ahead of the high-stakes encounter, citing the intimidating support expected from Moroccan fans at the stadium. Despite conceding home advantage to the Atlas Lions, the Galatasaray striker expressed confidence in Nigeria’s quality and mental strength, describing the Super Eagles as…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the immediate promotion of more than 2,000 workers of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The approval was disclosed on Wednesday in Abuja by the Chairman of the FCT Civil Service Commission, Emeka Ezeh, while briefing journalists on the outcome of the 2025 promotion exercise. Ezeh said the promotion exercise cut across 165 cadres and followed a computer-based test (CBT) conducted on November 29, 2025, describing the process as transparent, merit-driven and technology-enabled. According to him, the large-scale promotion reflects the…

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a suspected notorious kidnapper and recovered a prohibited firearm and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation aimed at curbing violent crimes across the state. Operatives of the Command’s Anti-Cultism Unit (ACU), Emohua Annex, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted and arrested the suspect, Mohammed Ibrahim, 30, on January 10, 2026, at about 7:46 p.m. The suspect, a native of Numan Local Government Area of Adamawa State, was apprehended in connection with a series of kidnapping operations along the Port Harcourt International Airport Road, Omagwa. Investigations revealed that Ibrahim was arrested while allegedly making plans to…