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By Olawale Olurotimi A former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Barrister Aina Akinpelu, has officially declared his bid to contest the Ogun West Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. ​Akinpelu, a legal practitioner, made his intentions known during a media parley with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun West Independent Chapel. He promised to deliver “effective representation, quality lawmaking, and a continuity of developmental strides” for the district. ​The ‘Sacred’ Senate and the Competence Factor ​Addressing the media, Akinpelu described the Nigerian Senate as a “sacred institution” that demands vibrant and articulate leadership. He emphasized…

~By Sunday Adeyemi It is widely acknowledged that the exceptional Dr. Chris Okafor, a man of great character, always celebrates his birthday on April 4th, and in recognition of this occasion, I am inspired to write this special tribute to honor him. Today marks a momentous occasion as we commemorate the birthday anniversary of Dr. Chris Okafor, a rare gem, a perfect gentleman, and the revered founder of Grace Nation Church, aka Liberation City. Without reservation, this versatile and dependable Oracle foundry has consistently proven itself worthy of the accolades bestowed upon it on this notable anniversary. Let it be…

The former directors and owners of Union Bank did not just fail, they engineered a financial disaster. They manipulated reports, hid massive losses, diverted foreign loans and treated depositors’ money like a private wallet. Investigators uncovered billions of dollars in misconduct. These directors buried over ₦250 billion in losses, piled a $300 million foreign loan onto the bank without protection and then forced Union Bank to carry the burden. They even used the bank’s own funds to buy its shares, an outrageous betrayal of trust. It didn’t stop there. Over $100 million was pulled out improperly, leaving the bank exposed…

The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has sought a strategic partnership with the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) to enhance legislative reporting, strengthen democratic accountability, and promote evidence-based journalism in Nigeria. The proposal was made during a courtesy visit by the NGIJ delegation, led by its President, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, to the Institute’s headquarters in Abuja. The Director-General of NILDS, Professor Abubakar O. Suleiman, was represented at the meeting by the Director of Legal Services, Professor Ibrahim Danwanka. Also in attendance were the Special Adviser to the DG on Media, Mr. Muhammad Abdulkadir and the Director…

Governor Dauda Lawal has been honored with the Outstanding Governor of the Year award by Triangle Media International Magazine. The award was presented during the magazine’s 10th annual lecture and award ceremony, held on Thursday at the Grand Hall of King’s College, London, United Kingdom. According to a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the awards recognize public and private sector leaders whose leadership positively impacts governance and service delivery. He added that the lecture, themed “Harnessing the Roles of Nigerians in Diaspora for National Development,” brought together stakeholders from both the public and private sectors. The statement…

The Zamfara State Government, under the visionary leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal, has approved the release of funds for the payment of Gratuity Batch 3 for the 2024/25 period. This decisive action underscores the administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of retired civil servants who dedicated years of service to the state’s development. The Accountant General of the State is already working diligently to ensure that all eligible retirees receive their payments promptly and efficiently, reflecting the government’s resolve to uphold transparency and accountability in the disbursement process. This timely gratuity payment is a testament to Governor Dauda Lawal’s people-centered…

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG) to advance the aviation sector in Nigeria and across Africa by both organisations. The agreement was formally executed by Mr. Christian Hatje, Managing Director, Business Aviation and SVP Commercial, representing AFG; and Mr. Stanley Amuchie, Executive Director and Chief Operations and Information Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc at a signing ceremony in Germany recently. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Christian Hatje stated, “This partnership marks a significant milestone in our commitment to Africa’s aviation future. Partnering with Fidelity Bank,…

In commemoration of the 2026 National Police Day Celebration, the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), Edo State Command, has reinforced its preventive policing efforts through a targeted sensitization outreach at Igbinedion Education Centre, Benin City. The initiative forms part of the broader activities marking this year’s National Police Day, themed “Community Partnership: Building Trust,” which emphasizes collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force and the public in fostering a safer society. The sensitization programme witnessed the presence of key stakeholders, including the Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, the Police Public Relations Officer, and the Edo State POCACOV…

The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, on Thursday paid a working visit to Plateau State following recent unrest, holding strategic talks with Governor Caleb Muftwang on measures to strengthen security and prevent further disturbances. As part of immediate steps to stabilise the situation, the police chief authorised the deployment of specialised tactical units to support officers already on ground across affected areas. Governor Muftwang commended the swift intervention of the police leadership, praising the dedication and professionalism of security personnel working to restore calm. He also acknowledged the efforts of mobile police officers and lauded the leadership of the…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and the leadership of Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria, Lagos State chapter, on Thursday, felicitated with renowned female cleric/philanthropy, Rev. Mother Abimmbola Esther Ajayi on her 63rd birthday celebration. The globally-famous female Church leader and Founder of Love of Christ Generation Cherubim & Seraphim Church, clocked 63 years, on Thursday, and her residence on Water Corporation Drive, Off Ligali Ayorinde, Victoria Island, Lagos, turned to a carnival of a sort as several scores of her church members and other notable spiritual leaders stormed the vast premises to celebrate with her. Governor Sanwo-Olu,…