… says his administration has surpassed predecessors’ 16-yr record on roads The Urban Regeneration Scheme of the Dapo Abiodun-led administration in Ogun State is progressing with the completion of over 150 houses out of more than 200 planned for the Ibara Government Reservation Area (GRA) in Abeokuta, the State capital. Speaking after inspecting the houses,…
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced a reduction of the 2026 Hajj fares for intending pilgrims across the country. According to details released by the Commission, pilgrims from the Borno and Adamawa States will now pay ₦7,579,020.96 compared to ₦8,327,125.59 in 2025 — a reduction of ₦748,104.63. Similarly, intending pilgrims from the…
By Munet Amedu An Islamic Human Rights organisation, The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has called for the immediate removal of the newly appointed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, over allegations a legal brief he authored to the United States on “Christian genocide” in Nigeria. The call was made on…
Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, on his re-election. Soludo, candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), was declared winner of the Anambra governorship election held on Saturday, after polling 422,664 out of 584,054 valid votes…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Chukwuma Soludo winner of the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State. According to the electoral umpire, Soludo, candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) polled 422,664 to defeat his closest rival, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who scored 99,445. The candidate…
Lagos State government has sealed Tower College of Health Sciences in Gberigbe, Ikorodu, for operating an illegal nursing program. A joint enforcement team on Thursday, comprising officials of the Lagos State Ministry of Health through the Directorate of Nursing Services (DNS), the Nursing and Midwifery Committee of Lagos State, and the National Association of Nigerian…
The Ogun State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has restated that the suspension of the Senator representing Ogun East, Otunba Olugbenga Daniel, remains in full effect, warning that any engagements with him as a member of the party are invalid. The party made this known in an official correspondence to the APC National…
Residents of the Magboro–Makogi community in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area have applauded the Ogun State Government for the ongoing construction of the 8.17-kilometre Magboro–Makogi Road, describing the project as a major step toward improving mobility and boosting socio-economic activities in the area. The road, being constructed with concrete interlocking to address the area’s longstanding…
By Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade In Nigeria, no existing law forbids citizens from wearing religious head coverings. Whether turban, hijab, or niqab in courtrooms. Yet, public misunderstanding continues to blur the line between cultural etiquette and constitutional rights. Many Nigerians assume that religious head coverings are “not allowed” in court. This belief, however, has no legal…
By Bolu Olanite The Academic Excellence Initiative (AEI) has once again celebrated brilliance, hard work, and leadership among young scholars, as it held its 2025 Awards Ceremony on November 2 in Lagos. The event recognized exceptional individuals who have distinguished themselves through academic excellence, leadership, and community service. The ceremony, attended by scholars, mentors, and…
