Author: Adeniyi Daniel

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a firm warning to residents, community leaders, religious institutions, event planners and organisers of socio-cultural activities against obstructing access roads during the festive season. The agency described as “worrisome” the recurring practice of celebrants, worship centres, event venues and street revellers converting public roads into private extensions of their activities, resulting in gridlock, safety concerns and avoidable hardship for motorists. Speaking at the weekend during an inspection tour of major traffic-prone corridors across the state, the General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, restated the agency’s determination to ensure free movement of…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled at least six major drug trafficking syndicates and arrested nine kingpins in a series of coordinated, intelligence-led operations across the country. According to Femi Babafemi, Director, Media & Advocacy, NDLEA, the raids led to the seizure of tons of assorted illicit drugs, firearms, and drug-laced food products in what he described as one of the agency’s most sweeping operations ahead of the festive season. In Anambra State, two members of a trafficking ring, 30-year-old electrical appliances dealer Ebulue Lotanwa Uzochukwu and 51-year-old South Africa returnee Christopher Michael Ndibuisi, were arrested in…

The Edo State Government has recovered 25 public schools illegally annexed by land grabbers since Governor Monday Okpebholo assumed office in November 2024. The Commissioner for Education, Paddy Iyamu, has disclosed. Iyamu, who spoke with journalists in Benin City on Sunday, said the state had also renovated or rebuilt 68 schools to improve learning conditions across the state. Responding to claims that the figure was exaggerated, the commissioner insisted the records were available for verification at the ministry. He added that the improvements in public schools have triggered a notable migration of students from private schools, with over 1,000 students…

Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary Private Primary and Secondary Schools in Niger State have escaped from their captors and reunited with their families, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has confirmed. The Niger State CAN Chairman and Bishop of the Kontagora Diocese, Most Rev. Bulus Yohanna, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Sunday through his media aide, Daniel Atori. Yohanna said the escape was confirmed after officials visited several parents whose children fled captivity between Friday and Saturday. The pupils, he noted, ran home directly and did not return to the school premises. “This is to notify…

The Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Oke Isegun, Eruku, in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, on Sunday held a solemn service inside its blood-splattered auditorium, praying for the safe return of kidnapped members and the repose of those killed in Tuesday’s deadly attack by suspected bandits. The church officially confirmed that 38 worshippers were abducted during the attack, contrary to earlier social media claims that over 60 were taken. Church secretary, Michael Agbabiaka, said the church initially compiled 35 names of abducted members, but further checks revealed that three non-members were among those taken away, bringing the total…

The Defence Headquarters has expressed deep concern over the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, and pupils of St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. The military condemned the attacks as “heinous and unacceptable,” assuring Nigerians that the safe rescue of the victims remains a top national priority. Major General Michael Onoja, Director, Defence Media Operations, said in a statement that troops are fully engaged in coordinated operations aimed at locating the abducted students and apprehending the perpetrators. “Our thoughts remain…

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has announced the release of 38 persons abducted during last week’s attack on the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Oke Isegun, Eruku, in the Ekiti Local Government Area of the state. The victims regained their freedom on Sunday, November 23, after several days of coordinated operations involving security agencies and government representatives. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, said the rescue was made possible through decisive intervention by President Bola Tinubu. According to the statement, Governor AbdulRazaq credited the development to the President’s “hands-on approach” and swift…

The Lagos State Government has restated its commitment to youth-driven innovation and digital entrepreneurship, declaring that the future prosperity of the state will be shaped by young tech talents, developers and creatives. Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Akinyemi Ajigbotafe, gave the assurance while delivering the keynote address as Special Guest at the Codefest Nigerian Hackathon Expo & Awards 2025 held at the University of Lagos, Akoka. He was represented by the Director of Administration and Human Resources, Mrs Kudirat Bello. Ajigbotafe commended Codefest Nigeria for its remarkable achievements, including developing 92 innovative tech solutions and earning…

Twenty-five organisations supporting children and adults with disabilities in Lagos have received financial backing from the state government, marking another step in the Sanwo-Olu administration’s push for a more inclusive society. The support was disbursed through the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) during its annual fund-support exercise held on November 21, 2025, at the Agency’s headquarters. Representing the General Manager of LASODA, Mrs Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, the Deputy Director of Finance and Accounts, Mr Akinbule Adesola, said the gesture reflects Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of persons with disabilities and the sustainability of organisations serving them.…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has described Chief Olabode George, the Atona Oodua of Yorubaland, as a formidable figure in Nigerian politics whose influence played a defining role in shaping his own political ascent. The governor’s remarks were disclosed in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju, on Saturday. Makinde spoke during the 80th birthday celebration of the former Deputy National Chairman (South) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), held on Friday in Lagos. Makinde recounted a pivotal moment in 2014 when Chief George intervened to save his governorship declaration after internal party forces attempted to…