Ododo wins ‘Governor of the Year’ award in Agriculture
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has been awarded the “Governor of the Year” title in the agriculture sector for 2024 by Independent Newspapers Limited. This accolade highlights his administration’s…
Makinde bags Man of the Year award
Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Oyo State, has been honored as Man of the Year by Independent Newspapers Limited. This accolade acknowledges his significant contributions to governance, democracy, and infrastructure…
BPP boss advocates greater women inclusion in nation-building at UN event
The Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement, Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, emphasized the need for increased inclusion of women in nation-building at the 69th session of the Commission on the…
Catholic church criticises police, govt over abducted Seminarian’s death
The Catholic Diocese of Auchi in Edo State has expressed strong criticism of local security agencies for their handling of kidnapping cases, following the tragic death of 21-year-old seminarian Andrew…
Olubadan hosts Ramadan lecture
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, held a special Ramadan lecture at his palace in Oke-Aremo, Ibadan, as part of events marking the holy month of Ramadan. The event…
IPMAN denies opposing fuel price slash by Dangote, NNPCL
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has officially denied opposing the recent petrol price reduction initiated by Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL). This…
VIDEO: Security guard arrested for dumping refuse on Lagos road
A security guard in Lagos has been apprehended by the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) for illegally dumping waste on the road median along Akowonjo Road. This action is…
Atiku backs Lagos corper facing threats over viral video
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has extended his support to Ushie Uguamaye, a National Youth Service Corps member based in Lagos. Uguamaye reported receiving threats following the release of a…
Ned Nwoko faults Natasha, says apology could have prevented suspension
Senator Ned Nwoko, Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, expressed disappointment regarding the recent suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, a lawmaker representing Kogi Central. The conflict, involving…
Yakassai lauds Tinubu’s reforms, says food, fuel prices crashing
In recent developments, Tanko Yakasai, an elder statesman and First Republic politician, expressed approval for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, citing significant reforms that have reportedly led to a decrease in…