Author: Adeniyi Daniel

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have paid glowing tribute to Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), on the occasion of his 84th birthday, describing him as “one of our nation’s greatest gifts.” In a joint message marking the cleric’s birthday on March 2, 2026, the President and the First Lady extolled Adeboye’s spiritual leadership, humility and enduring contributions to national development. “Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, is one of our nation’s greatest gifts – a spiritual fortress, interceding for Nigeria and…

The Nigeria Police Force has reassured Nigerians of sustained security vigilance across the country following evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their potential global implications. The reassurance was issued on Saturday as the Inspector-General of Police, Ag. IGP Olatunji Disu, affirmed the Force’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives, property and national peace. In a statement dated March 1, 2026, and signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Ag. ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police emphasized that Nigeria remains stable and that its internal security architecture is firmly under control. “The Inspector-General of Police reassures all Nigerians of…

The Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Hon. Akeem Olalekan Dauda, has demolished shanties allegedly used by robbers and miscreants to dispossess motorists and pedestrians of their belongings around Alade Market and Obafemi Awolowo Way, Ikeja. The enforcement exercise, which followed intelligence reports, targeted makeshift structures erected along the road setback in the axis. According to sources within the council, the shanties were being used as hideouts by criminal elements who attacked unsuspecting motorists and passers-by at night. In a decisive move last Thursday, the chairman led key council officials and environmental officers to the back of Alade Market and parts…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the death of one person and critical injuries to three others following a devastating road traffic collision involving a truck and a commercial tricycle at Aiyetoro Junction, Epe, Lagos. The tragic incident, which occurred in the early hours of the day, involved a truck laden with yam, bearing registration number AGL 764 XB, and a stationary commercial tricycle marked SMK 127 QR. According to a statement issued by Taofiq Adebayo, Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment, LASTMA, preliminary investigations indicated that the truck, which was travelling from Ijebu-Ode, attempted to make a…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi as the Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for another five-year term, reaffirming confidence in his leadership at a critical time in the nation’s security landscape. The renewal, which took effect on Friday, February 27, 2026, was announced in a statement on Saturday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. According to the statement, Tinubu charged Audi to “reposition the service to play a more significant role in the country’s security architecture,” especially as the police refocus on…

A member of the House of Representatives, Oluwole Oke, has congratulated the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, describing his elevation as a fitting reward for years of professionalism, integrity and dedicated service to the nation. Oke, who represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State, said Disu’s appointment comes at a critical time when Nigeria requires strategic reforms and renewed public trust in the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement issued Friday by his media office , the lawmaker said the Acting IGP’s extensive operational background and leadership experience position him to steer the Force toward improved efficiency…

The Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources has secured the conviction of 26 out of 41 persons arrested during a Thursday morning enforcement operation in Abule Ado, as part of its ongoing clampdown on street disorder and environmental infractions. The suspects were arraigned on Friday before a Magistrate Court sitting at Bolade, Oshodi, where 26 of them pleaded guilty to the charges brought against them and were sentenced to five months’ imprisonment without an option of fine. The remaining 15 defendants had their cases adjourned to March 26, 2026, for presentation of facts and sentencing. Director of Public…

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), bringing an end to days of intense political speculation in the state. In a statewide broadcast on Friday, the governor confirmed that he moved to the APC alongside members of his cabinet and several key PDP officials in Adamawa, describing the decision as one driven by the “overriding interest of our people.” “This decision was not taken lightly,” Fintiri said. “After wide consultations with stakeholders across the state, I am convinced that aligning with the All Progressives Congress…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced January 16, 2027, as the new date for the presidential and National Assembly elections, following a comprehensive review of its electoral timetable.‎‎The Commission also fixed February 6, 2027, for the governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections.‎‎The development was disclosed in a statement issued Thursday by Malam Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee.‎‎Haruna explained that the adjustment became necessary after the repeal of the Electoral Act, 2022 and the enactment of the Electoral Act, 2026.‎‎“Following the repeal of the Electoral Act, 2022 and the…

The Presidency has accused some opposition figures, particularly leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), of making what it described as reckless and spurious allegations against President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government.‎In a statement issued on February 26, 2026, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the opposition had “turned irresponsible political statements into an art form” in a bid to attract cheap headlines and mislead Nigerians.‎‎According to Onanuga, some opposition elements, allegedly working with certain civil society groups, have waged “a…