Author: Adeniyi Daniel

The Lagos State Government has denied any involvement in the recent demolition of structures in FESTAC Town, clarifying that the exercise was not carried out by any of its agencies. The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, made this known on Tuesday at Alausa, Ikeja, while addressing reports linking the State Government to the demolition. According to a statement issued by the Director, Public Affairs, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mukaila Sanusi, the Commissioner emphasised that Lagos State operates a transparent and well-defined process for all demolition activities, which includes the issuance of statutory…

Senator Kaila Samaila, representing Bauchi North Senatorial District, has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing persistent internal crises and factionalisation within the PDP that, according to him, have hindered his ability to perform effectively. The lawmaker’s defection was conveyed in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, which was read during Tuesday’s plenary. In the letter, Senator Samaila said his decision to leave the PDP was driven by his commitment to national unity, development, and good governance, while also commending President Bola Tinubu for his “bold and transformative reforms” aimed…

The Acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), May Agbamuche-Mbu, on Tuesday held a consultative meeting with chairmen and secretaries of political parties at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The meeting, which was her first official engagement with political parties since assuming office in an acting capacity, forms part of INEC’s ongoing consultations with stakeholders ahead of the Anambra State Governorship Election slated for November 8, 2025. According to a statement posted on INEC’s official X account, the interactive session provided an avenue for robust discussions with political parties on critical issues relating to the conduct of the…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, earlier scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, 2025. According to a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, on Monday, the decision was taken by the National Working Committee at an emergency meeting held in Abuja. He explained, “Distinguished members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) may recall that the 103rd NEC meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, 15th October, 2025. However, in view of recent developments in the party, the National Working Committee (NWC) in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 29 (2)(b) of…

Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have foiled a planned kidnapping and armed attack by suspected bandits in Byazhin Forest, a suburb of Abuja. During the operation, the police recovered an AK-47 rifle and rounds of live ammunition.The operation, according to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, was launched following credible intelligence from the Force Headquarters’ Technical Intelligence Unit. The intelligence reportedly revealed that a notorious bandit leader, identified as Idrisa, also known as “Mai Duna,” had perfected plans to carry out simultaneous attacks on selected villages around the…

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Nigeria’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs and erstwhile Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Joy Uche Angela Ogwu, who died at the age of 79. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President described the late diplomat as “a trailblazer who rose to the highest level of her vocation through excellence and hard work.” Ambassador Ogwu, who served as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York from May 2008 to May 2017, also held the position…

President Bola Tinubu has forwarded the name of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, to the Senate for confirmation as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The nomination follows the unanimous approval of Prof. Amupitan’s appointment by the National Council of State, paving the way for his confirmation by the National Assembly. Prof. Amupitan, a 58-year-old Professor of Law at the University of Jos and a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), is set to succeed Professor Mahmood Yakubu, whose tenure as INEC Chairman ended in October 2025. In a letter addressed to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and read…

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the inability of his former party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to recognise and respect the voice of the Enugu people. In a broadcast to the people of Enugu on Tuesday morning, Governor Mbah announced his resignation from the PDP, ending his decades-long association with the party. He was joined in the defection by his immediate predecessor, Chief Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, as well as several state and federal lawmakers, members of the State Executive Council, and other top political figures. Former Governor Sullivan Chime, a…

The Special Adviser on Central Internal Audit to the Lagos State Governor, Dr. Oyeyemi Ayoola has extended support to about 500 widows and elderly citizens in the Mushin and Odi-Olowo areas of the State. The empowerment outreach, held on Saturday in Mushin, featured the distribution of essential food items and cash gifts to beneficiaries drawn from various wards across the two local government areas. Speaking at the event, Ayoola said the gesture was inspired by her desire to identify with members of her constituency who have remained steadfast in their support for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration over the past six…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, Dr Uma Ukpai, describing him as “one of God’s generals” who lived a life of unwavering faith, service, and compassion. In a personally signed statement, President Tinubu said Dr Ukpai, who died at the age of 80, was “an anointed crusader of the faith, filled with fire and ice for the gospel and for restoring humanity to discipline, love, and good neighbourliness.” “With a heavy heart, I mourn the passing of one of God’s generals, Dr Uma Ukpai.…