Author: Adeniyi Daniel

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP. Olohundare Jimoh, has assured residents of the state of a peaceful, secure, and impartial environment ahead of the local government elections scheduled for Saturday, July 12, 2025. Speaking at a press briefing following a state-wide multi-agency “Show of Force” exercise, CP Jimoh emphasized the command’s full preparedness across all phases of the electoral process—before, during, and after the polls. “We have planned meticulously. From the primaries and campaigns down to the elections, we are ready,” the Commissioner stated. “This operational readiness is not by accident but a product of deliberate planning, inter-agency collaboration,…

In a landmark operation underscoring the strength of international law enforcement cooperation, the Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) in Abuja, has successfully arrested and repatriated a Chinese fugitive, Mr. Chen Gaochong, to the People’s Republic of China. The operation, carried out in close collaboration with Chinese police authorities, reflects a robust commitment to upholding international legal standards and combating transnational financial crimes.Mr. Chen, a Chinese national, was declared wanted by the Peixian Public Security Bureau in Jiangsu Province for tax fraud involving the illegal issuance of special Value Added Tax (VAT) invoices totaling RMB 4,974,400.…

As part of efforts to promote sustainable housing and enhance the management of government-owned estates, the Lagos State Ministry of Housing has concluded a two-day in-house training for its Monitoring and Compliance Officers. The training, themed “Enhancing Effective Monitoring of State Housing Estates,” was designed to reinforce adherence to housing policies, improve service delivery, and promote orderly estate management across the state. Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Honourable Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to sustainable housing solutions for all Lagosians. He noted that efficient monitoring and compliance systems are vital to maintaining the integrity…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the last Edo State election, Asue Ighodalo (SAN), has strongly criticised the Supreme Court for what he described as a miscarriage of justice following its decision to uphold the election of Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as governor. In an emotional address to the people of Edo State after the apex court’s ruling, Ighodalo said while he respects the finality of the court’s judgment, he firmly disagrees with its substance, describing the ruling as a validation of what he termed a “coordinated and deliberate robbery” of the people’s mandate.…

Panic has gripped communities in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State following a deadly night attack by suspected herders on Wednesday, which left one resident dead and over 100 houses burnt. The affected area, Bandawa Gwenzu, is made up of Gwenzu, Langwanshin, and Danzhan villages. The attackers reportedly stormed the area under the cover of darkness, unleashing violence that forced residents to flee into nearby forests and across rivers for safety. Confirming the incident on Thursday, community youth leader Ishaya Peter condemned the attack and accused security agencies of ignoring repeated warnings from locals prior to the invasion.…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda as a comprehensive and practical blueprint for Nigeria’s transformation, aimed at unlocking measurable opportunities for prosperity across every sector of the economy. Speaking on Thursday in Minna, Niger State, at the Conference of Commissioners for Information in APC States—organised by the Progressive Governors’ Forum—the Minister emphasized that the agenda goes beyond macroeconomic reforms and is directly impacting lives, businesses, and communities. “The Renewed Hope Agenda is not just a slogan,” Idris said. “It is about creating real and measurable opportunities for prosperity—for…

The Senate on Thursday announced the removal of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi West Senatorial District, as the Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Diaspora. The decision, made during plenary, came without an official explanation from Senate leadership. Senator Aniekan Bassey of Akwa Ibom North-East was immediately named as her replacement. While the Senate offered no formal reason for the change, the development is widely believed to be linked to Senator Natasha’s unresolved suspension and the internal controversies that have trailed her in recent months. Natasha was initially appointed as Chair of the Diaspora and NGOs Committee on February 4,…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has introduced a digital means of registration for political parties. The development was made public by the INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman, Information & Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, in a statement he signed on Thursday. According to the committee chairman, the final testing stage of the portal will be concluded next week and qualified parties will be allowed to register. Olumekun disclosed that seven more applications to register political parties were received last week, bringing the total number of applicants to 129. He said, “Unlike the manual method used in previous registration, the…

In a bold move to strengthen the quality of education across Lagos State, the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has formally inducted 1,500 newly recruited post-primary school teachers through a comprehensive three-day orientation programme themed “Leading Learning in a Fast-Evolving World.” The induction, which began on Wednesday at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Ikeja, is being held simultaneously at three designated centres. In a statement by the Director, Public Affairs of the agency, the exercise aimed “aims to equip new educators with the tools, ethics, and mindset necessary to thrive in today’s rapidly changing educational landscape. ”Speaking at the…

“Admission Will Be Strictly on Merit” Says Govt The Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has announced the release of results for the 2025/2026 entrance examination into Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools across the state. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Director of Public Affairs, Kayode Sutton, confirmed that parents and candidates can now check the results at their respective schools of choice. “The results are out and accessible at the designated Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools where candidates sat for the exams. We urge parents and guardians to visit these centres for confirmation,” Sutton stated. He…