On Friday, May 1, 2026, the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the August 15 election, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, unveiled his manifesto, setting out what he described as a “pact” with the people of Osun. In this report, YUSUF BABALOLA examine how the APC flagbearer aims to steer the state away…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has congratulated maritime stakeholders across the country on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ Day, commending their dedication and contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s maritime industry. In a statement issued by Osagie Edward, FNIPR, Deputy Director and…
By Seun Ibiyemi A journalist and grassroots mobiliser, Adewale Lateef Ojeleye, has formally declared his intention to contest for the Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01 seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly during the 2027 general elections. Ojeleye signaled the commencement of his political ambition after obtaining the Expression of Interest and Nomination Form of the…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA) has warned residents against the indiscriminate dumping of building materials such as gravel, granite, stone dust, and sand on roads and walkways, following a successful enforcement operation that led to the conviction of an offender in Ibadan. The authority disclosed that the enforcement…
By Seun Ibiyemi The National Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) has successfully hosted the Abuja Green City Tour and Promotion of Sustainable Transport Systems in Nigeria, bringing together stakeholders in the tourism and transport sectors to showcase the Federal Capital Territory’s eco-friendly potential. The event, held on April 30, 2026, drew participation from tourism professionals,…
By Seun Ibiyemi Former Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture, Olusegun Runsewe, has been honoured with the Africa Man of the Year Award in Arts, Culture and Hospitality by the National Chronicle, further cementing his enduring influence in Nigeria’s cultural and tourism sectors. The award, presented on April 30, 2026, adds to…
By Olakunle Oke President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr. Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the new Minister of Power, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The nomination, which has been formally transmitted to the National Assembly for screening in line with constitutional provisions, follows the resignation of the former minister, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down…
By Sodiq Adelakun Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a strong political warning to traditional rulers and stakeholders in Abuja, urging them not to repeat what he described as their “mistake” during the 2023 elections, while openly endorsing Senator Philip Aduda for a return to the National Assembly. Wike made…
By Seun Ibiyemi The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has unveiled plans to facilitate the development of a West Coast cargo jetty aimed at enhancing seamless movement of goods and services across the sub-region. In a strategic move to maximize Nigeria’s vast inland waterways, the Authority disclosed that it may operationalise some of its existing…
By Seun Ibiyemi A prolonged blackout may be looming in Lagos State following the sudden shutdown of the Egbin Power Station and a simultaneous outage on a major transmission line supplying the state. The development has triggered a significant reduction in electricity generation, worsening power supply challenges across Nigeria, with the Lagos region expected to…
