The Lagos State Government has attributed the recent build-up of refuse in some parts of the state to the gradual shutdown of the Olusosun landfill, which has altered long-standing waste disposal arrangements. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this on Monday in a post shared on his official X […]
The Presidency has reacted to growing public debate surrounding the newly enacted tax reform laws, rejecting claims that the versions signed into law differ from those approved by the National Assembly. The response comes amid calls by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, and several civil society groups for […]
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has formally announced the death of a former Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Chief Theophillus Adetunji Akeredolu, describing him as a highly respected officer whose career reflected commitment, professionalism and integrity. In an official statement released on Sunday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, the Police confirmed that Akeredolu, […]
With the Christmas rush intensifying travel on major highways, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has stepped up intervention on the Abuja–Lokoja Road following days of severe traffic congestion that left motorists stranded. The Corps confirmed that additional officers and tow trucks have been deployed to the busy corridor to restore traffic flow and promptly […]
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Adolphus Wabara, has said the party would be willing to present Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, as its governorship candidate in the 2027 elections should he defect to the PDP. Wabara made the statement on Sunday in Umuahia while […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has cautioned the All Progressives Congress (APC) against complacency, warning that the party’s control of 28 states does not guarantee future electoral victories unless it deliberately strengthens its political structures nationwide. Tinubu gave the warning on Thursday at the APC National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held at the Presidential Villa, […]
Nigeria’s telecommunications sector sustained its growth momentum in the last quarter, with active mobile subscriptions rising to 175,322,398 in October, according to the latest industry statistics released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The data also showed that teledensity, a measure of access to telephone services increased to 80.87 per cent in October, reflecting […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Niger State has been plunged into fresh crisis following the resignation of Engr. Abdullahi Isah Jankara and thousands of party members, raising concerns about the party’s cohesion as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum. The mass resignation followed a tense meeting held over the weekend in […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed deep sadness over the untimely death of Mr. Sunday Olatuyi, a senior cameraman with Advocate Broadcasting Network (ADBN Television) and a dedicated member of the INEC Press Corps (IPC). Olatuyi, aged 40, lost his life on Saturday, December 20, 2025, following a fatal automobile accident. He […]
Barr. Valentine Obienyem, a prominent public commentator and media adviser to 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has announced his intention to formally petition any country to which Reno Omokri is posted as an ambassador. Obienyem aims to urge the prospective host government to reject Omokri’s letter of credence, citing “grave concerns” […]
