Author: Adeniyi Daniel

The Supreme Court, on Monday, struck out a suit filed by 11 states of the federation challenging President Bola Tinubu’s actions in Rivers State, particularly the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and members of the State House of Assembly following the proclamation of emergency rule. The plaintiffs, all states controlled by the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the time of filing, had approached the apex court through their respective attorneys-general to contest what they described as the President’s unconstitutional exercise of powers in Rivers State. In the suit marked SC/CV/329/2025, the states queried the statutory authority of…

Integrated Indigo Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading public relations and strategic communications agencies, has recorded a major industry milestone after emerging as one of the biggest winners at the 2025 Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala and Awards (LAPRIGA), clinching five awards across different categories. The agency won the highly coveted Model Agency of the Year award, alongside honours for Insight-Driven Communication, Private Sector Public Relations Campaign of the Year, Crisis and Issue Management, and Sustainability Communications. The awards ceremony was held on Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Muson Centre, Lagos. Speaking on the achievement, Bolaji Abimbola, Managing Director and…

A former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has demanded the immediate recusal of the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from his ongoing investigation, alleging bias, personal vendetta and political persecution linked to his recent defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a strongly worded press statement issued on Monday by his media aide, Muhammad Doka, Malami accused the EFCC of what he described as illegal detention, media harassment and procedural abuse, insisting that the probe was not driven by genuine law-enforcement considerations but by personal and political motives. “I…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied allegations that it is targeting opposition politicians, insisting that its operations are strictly guided by law and focused solely on the investigation and prosecution of economic and financial crimes. In a statement posted on its official X handle on Monday, the anti-graft agency described claims that it is being used to persecute opposition parties as a deliberate misrepresentation of its statutory mandate. The Commission said its activities are governed by the EFCC Establishment Act, which mandates it to investigate and prosecute economic and financial crimes without regard to political affiliation, ethnicity,…

Concerned about the health and environmental impact of excessive noise during festive celebrations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) is set to engage hospitality and entertainment operators at a one-day stakeholders’ workshop ahead of Christmas. The workshop, scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025, is aimed at sensitising stakeholders on the health and environmental implications of excessive noise, especially during the festive period. It will be held at the State Treasury Office Resource Centre, Assbifi Road, Alausa, Ikeja, from 8am. Speaking on the initiative, Adesoye Oyelami, Deputy Director, LASEPA, said the programme, titled “Harmonising the Hospitality Industry with the Environment”…

The Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, has dismissed a media report that credited him with comments suggesting that Lagos State was preparing for a second private refinery following alleged talks with investors. In a statement issued on Sunday, December 14, 2025, the Commissioner clarified that he neither granted an interview nor made any statement relating to refinery development, petroleum investments or negotiations with investors. “The attention of the Ministry has been drawn to a report in which the Commissioner was wrongly quoted as confirming discussions on a private refinery project. This claim is…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a fatal road traffic collision that claimed the lives of two passengers along Ikorodu Road, Lagos, on Monday. According to LASTMA, the accident occurred opposite Olabode House, after Anthony and before Obanikoro, involving a red Tata commercial bus and a Volkswagen commercial bus. Preliminary findings revealed that the Tata bus, travelling at excessive speed from Palmgroove toward Anthony, lost control, breached the median barrier and rammed into the Volkswagen bus heading in the opposite direction. “The impact was severe and resulted in the instant death of an adult female passenger, while…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for the full disclosure of the digital tax reform and revenue administration agreement recently signed between the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the Government of France, warning that the deal could compromise Nigeria’s data security and national sovereignty. The call was contained in a statement signed by the party’s spokesperson, Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, on Sunday and shared via his verified X account. According to the ADC, its review of expert opinions revealed significant risks associated with the agreement, particularly the absence of transparency and public consultation. The party faulted the FIRS for…

The Federal Government has announced a nationwide ban on the admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) in both public and private schools, effective from the 2026/27 academic session. The directive, issued by the Federal Ministry of Education, is expected to affect students seeking to enrol in or change schools during the final year of secondary education. In a statement signed by Mrs. Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Ministry, the government said the policy was introduced to curb examination malpractice and restore credibility to Nigeria’s education system. “The Federal Government, through…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has attributed Nigeria’s worsening insecurity to what he described as a failure of leadership, raising concerns over the government’s capacity to address the country’s growing security challenges. In a statement posted on his X handle on Sunday, the former Anambra State governor called for an immediate, transparent and independent investigation into allegations that some government officials are supplying ammunition and logistics to terrorists. Obi was reacting to a viral video in which suspected terrorists, reportedly arrested by security operatives in Kwara State, allegedly claimed that they received support from government officials. He…