Author: Adeniyi Daniel

Residents of communities in Kaduna State can breathe a sigh of relief following the arrest of four suspected bandits by the Nigeria Police Force, in an operation that also led to the recovery of dangerous weapons. The suspects: Abdumumini Abubakar (40), Maikano Gambo (47), Saleh Thompson (47), and Oyonyi Odango (40), were apprehended on March 7, 2026, in Tayu, Sanga Local Government Area, during an intelligence-led operation carried out by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department – Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS). Items recovered from the suspects include four AK-47 rifles with magazines, 80 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition, and…

In a move to strengthen operational efficiency and professionalism, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has launched an intensive training programme aimed at equipping senior officers with critical skills in emotional intelligence, time management, and workplace conduct. The training, described as a strategic intervention to enhance discipline and improve service delivery, underscores the authority’s recognition of the importance of proper conduct, emotional control, and effective time utilisation in modern traffic management. According to the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the success of the agency is closely tied to the professionalism and emotional stability of its personnel. “The…

The Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) has restated its exclusive legal mandate to regulate and manage all parking activities across the state, dismissing a purported claim by a local government official as misleading and without legal backing. The General Manager of LASPA, Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu, made the clarification while reacting to recent developments involving an alleged attempt by a council parking manager to assert jurisdiction over parking operations within the state. According to Adelabu, the communication in question, reportedly issued without an official council letterhead, was not only unauthorised but also a clear misrepresentation of the legal framework guiding parking…

South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has called on Nigerians and other foreign nationals residing in the country to respect its laws, customs, and traditions, amid renewed tensions in parts of the country. Ramaphosa made the appeal in an address aired on SABC News to mark Freedom Day, against the backdrop of rising anti-foreigner protests in several cities. “To those who are here legally, respect us as South Africans, respect our laws, respect our conventions and our traditions, as you would want us to respect the laws and traditions of your own country,” he said. The President stressed that while South…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has signalled the next phase of political succession in the state with the endorsement of his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The announcement followed a high-level consultative meeting held behind closed doors at Lagos House, Marina, where Hamzat formally presented his intention to contest the state’s top job before members of the State Executive Council and key leaders of the ruling party. Also in attendance were influential members of the Governor’s Advisory Council, including Musiliu Obanikoro and Ganiyu Solomon, among others. Addressing journalists after the meeting, Sanwo-Olu described…

Nine suspected oil thieves were arrested and ten illegal refineries dismantled as troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, intensified operations across the Niger Delta in April.‎‎The operations, conducted between April 1 and 26 in collaboration with other security agencies, also led to the confiscation of over 130,000 litres of stolen crude oil and more than 26,000 litres of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), with an estimated value exceeding ₦250 million.‎‎According to a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations, the sustained offensive demonstrates the military’s resolve to curb economic sabotage in the region.‎‎He stated,…

Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu has reaffirmed his commitment to restoring public trust and deepen professionalism in policing nationwide.‎‎The police chief made the pledge on Saturday during a state banquet held in his honour at the Lagos State House, Marina, following his appointment as the 23rd indigenous and 33rd‎ Inspector-General of Police of Nigeria.‎‎The event, hosted by the Lagos State Government and led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, brought together top government officials, security stakeholders and members of the public to celebrate the new police boss.‎‎Speaking at the event, Disu described the honour as a homecoming and expressed appreciation to…

The Lagos State Government has commended residents for the widespread participation recorded during the return of the monthly environmental sanitation day.‎‎The exercise, held across the state on Saturday, saw residents from Ikorodu to Badagry, and from Lagos Island to Lagos Mainland, turn out in large numbers to clean their surroundings in a renewed commitment to environmental hygiene.‎‎In a statement personally signed on Sunday, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, conveyed the appreciation of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to residents for embracing the initiative.‎‎“The Governor wishes to put on record the enthusiasm of Lagosians who woke up early to obey…

The All Progressives Congress has condemned remarks by Seyi Makinde, describing them as inciting and a threat to national security.‎‎In a statement issued on Sunday, the party said the comments allegedly made by the Oyo State governor at a politicoal gathering in Ibadan were “reckless” and capable of undermining peace and democratic stability in the country.‎‎The statement, signed by Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary of the party, expressed concern over what it described as the invocation of violent historical references.‎‎“It is particularly disturbing for a sitting Governor, who bears constitutional responsibility as the Chief Security Officer of his state to…

Lagos has moved to strengthen power supply to essential services with the signing of three revised power purchase agreements focused on efficiency and accountability.‎‎Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this via his social media page on Sunday after witnessing the signing ceremony at Lagos House, Marina.‎‎According to the governor, the agreements are designed to build on existing capacity while addressingm longstanding inefficiencies in electricity supply to critical public.e.‎‎“Today at Lagos House, Marina, I witnessed the signing of three power purchase agreements designed to build on existing capacity and address what has not been working,” he stated.‎‎He explained that the agreements involve key…