Author: Adeniyi Daniel

President Bola Tinubu has formally exercised his constitutional power of prerogative of mercy, granting pardon and clemency to selected individuals convicted of various offences, while ordering a comprehensive review of the process to ensure greater accountability and public confidence. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the move followed extensive consultations with the Council of State and consideration of public opinion regarding the administration of justice. Onanuga explained that after reviewing the initially approved list, the President directed that individuals convicted of serious crimes such as kidnapping, drug trafficking, human…

The Kebbi State Police Command has dismissed as false and misleading a viral social media report claiming that a retired Assistant Controller of Customs allegedly built a private airport in the Argungu forest to smuggle cocaine and other illicit drugs into Nigeria. In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, described the publication as a baseless fabrication aimed at tarnishing the image of the state and undermining public confidence in the Police. “The Command categorically refutes the publication, condemning it as misleading and orchestrated to discredit the integrity, bravery, and professionalism of our officers who remain committed…

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has clarified that it has not increased student fees, explaining that the recent changes seen on students’ portals were made in line with a directive from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund). The clarification followed complaints from students on Tuesday who noticed an upward adjustment in some charges, sparking concerns of a possible fee hike. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Head of the Communication Unit, Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, said the changes reflect the integration of faculty and departmental dues into a consolidated payment system, as instructed by NELFund. “This ensures that once students make…

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Major General Waheedi Shaibu as Nigeria’s new Chief of Army Staff, directing him to “take a bow” and assume office immediately. Shaibu’s confirmation came less than an hour after the upper chamber approved General Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff, marking the start of the screening process for President Bola Tinubu’s newly appointed service chiefs. The confirmation session, held at the National Assembly complex in Abuja, was conducted under tight security as senators convened both open and closed-door sittings to vet the nominees. Presiding over the session, Senate President Godswill Akpabio described the exercise…

Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Wednesday swiftly intervened in a serious road accident involving two heavy-duty trucks along the Otedola Bridge, inward Berger–Ojodu corridor, Lagos. The accident, which involved a 14-tyre Scania truck loaded with wheat and a 6-tyre Iveco mini-truck carrying cartons of Gala sausage rolls, occurred when both drivers reportedly engaged in a struggle for the Right of Way. According to Adebayo Taofiq, Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment, LASTMA, the impact of the collision was severe, leaving one of the drivers with multiple injuries to his legs and head. He said the victim…

Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara, 83 years old, has secured a fourth term following an election in which two of his biggest challengers were barred from running, provisional results show. Ouattara won 89.8% of the vote, the electoral commission said on Monday, and businessman Jeal-Louis Billon came a distant second with only 3.09%.The landslide victory is not a huge surprise, as after being banned from the presidential race, former President Laurent Gbagbo and Credit Suisse ex-CEO Tidjane Thiam had urged their supporters to boycott the vote. Voter turnout reached just 50.1%, according to the electoral commission Laurent Gbagbo’s ex-wife, Simone…

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s empowerment, poverty reduction, and community inclusion through strategic collaborations, following a new partnership with Dangote Cement Plc. Speaking during the Dangote Cement Personal Social Responsibility (PSR) Ceremony held on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the WAPA Vocational Centre, Anthony Village, the Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Rianat Onigbanjo, commended the company for its continued collaboration with the Lagos State Government in promoting grassroots development. The event, which was part of Dangote Cement’s Sustainability 2025 Week themed “Sustainable Progress: Celebrating Growth and Partnership,” marked a milestone in the drive for inclusive growth.…

As the Super Falcons prepare for the second leg of their 2026 Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier against the Amazons of Benin Republic, the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced a cash reward of N50 million to motivate the team. Governor Abiodun made the announcement on Monday at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, when he received the nine-time African champions, who are scheduled to play the decisive return leg at the MKO Abiola International Stadium on Tuesday. The Super Falcons had defeated the Amazons of Benin Republic 2–0 in the first leg on Friday, October 24,…

Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command have recovered a MAN Diesel truck that was stolen in Benin City, Edo State, in the early hours of Monday, following a swift and coordinated response by officers attached to the Ozalla Division and the Distress Response Squad (DRS). According to a statement from the Command, the recovery occurred around 6:30 a.m. at Ozalla, Nkanu West Local Government Area, along the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway, barely six hours after the vehicle was reported stolen at about 12:05 a.m. The police said the operation followed a distress call to the Command’s Control Room, which indicated…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has been confirmed as the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2026 election in Ekiti State, following a consensus affirmation exercise held on Monday at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado-Ekiti. The endorsement, which capped weeks of intra-party consultations, was unanimously adopted during a well-attended party meeting in the state capital.Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele moved the motion for Oyebanji’s adoption, while Rt. Hon. Stephen Aribasoye, Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, seconded it, signifying broad support from both legislative arms of government. Speaking earlier at his Ikogosi-Ekiti ward, where he participated in the APC…