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Temitayo Agemo-Okuboyejo, a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) aspirant for the House of Representatives in the 2027 elections, has officially released her manifesto titled “Beyond Promises,” centered on a strategic framework labeled the C.H.A.S.E. Agenda.The aspirant, an engineer and policy expert with a career spanning global multinationals and government institutions, describes the document as a “blueprint, built from experience, grounded in love and already in motion.” Agemo-Okuboyejoq frames her candidacy through the lens of family legacy and professional merit. She cites the influence of her mother, father, and grandfather as the foundational pillars of her public service motivation.”There is a moment…

By Oluwatosin John At last, the long awaited remodelling of Ifako Mini Stadium is coming to fruition, we say a ‘big kudos’ to Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, OON, member representing Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly. The Ifako Mini Stadium is the only sporting facility that serves over one million residents of Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government and environs including several youths in neighbouring communities in Ogun State. Since its demolition and approval for renovation, standard sporting activities had been put to halt. The development and growing impact of the Ifako Mini Stadium is now being widely recognised…

After the Emergency Meeting of the Forum of Chairmen of ACCORD in the South-West States held on Thursday 9th April, 2026, in Oshogbo, Osun State, the six (6) Chairmen of ACCORD in South-West States issued a communiqué and press statement after their meeting. According to Hon. Oke Rotimi Michael, spokesperson of the Forum of Chairmen of ACCORD, who is also the State Chairman of ACCORD in Ogun State said: “With the 2026 governorship election drawing near in Osun State, the political atmosphere is getting clearer. Senator Ademola Adeleke is the candidate of ACCORD for the upcoming election which will hold…

In a significant diplomatic endorsement, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Hajiya Amina Mohammed, on Thursday visited Governor Dauda Lawal in Gusau, Zamfara State, where the governor formally presented his administration’s comprehensive development blueprint aimed at rebuilding the state after years of banditry, economic instability, and governance deficit. The visit, which lasted several hours, included closed-door talks at the Government House, a brief tour of ongoing infrastructure projects, and a joint press appearance. It marks the highest-level UN visit to the North-Western state in nearly a decade. Speaking to reporters afterward, the UN Deputy Secretary-General commended Governor Lawal for what she…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Thursday received a high-level delegation of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, reiterating his commitment to strengthening accountability mechanisms within the Nigeria Police Force. The delegation, led by prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN), comprised stakeholders from the legal, human rights, governance, and security reform sectors. Among them were representatives of the National Association of Democratic Lawyers (NADL), African Law Foundation (AFRILAW), Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch (HRW), Yiaga Africa, CISLAC/Transparency International Nigeria, and Partners West Africa-Nigeria (PWAN). Speaking during the engagement, Falana congratulated the IGP on…

The Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON) has awarded Governor Dauda Lawal the Infrastructure Governor of the Year honour for his administration’s giant strides in the Urban Renewal project across Zamfara. The governor received the award at the second edition of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON) held at the NAF conference centre, Abuja. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the BON acknowledged Zamfara state’s unprecedented and transformative achievements in infrastructure, recognising excellence beyond the broadcasting industry. He added that Governors Bassey Otu of Cross River and Uba Sani of Kaduna, the minister of information and…

A deeply emotional reflection by Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP Iniedu A.O., Head of the Complaint Response Unit at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, has highlighted the sacrifices of officers and renewed calls for stronger collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force and citizens. Recounting his experience at a recent police parade on Tuesday, the senior officer described a moment of profound personal remembrance, seeing traces of his late father, a fallen officer, in the ceremonial conduct of serving personnel. “Not my father himself, he paid the ultimate price years ago. But in the crisp salute of a young constable, I saw…

The Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Plc, Roosevelt Ogbonna, has commended the Ogun State Government for creating a business-friendly environment that continues to attract investors. Ogbonna gave the commendation during a visit to Governor Dapo Abiodun, where he led a delegation of senior executives from the bank. He said Ogun’s policies have gone beyond driving investment inflows, noting that they foster partnerships focused on long-term development and shared vision for the state’s future. The Access Bank CEO also lauded the development of the Gateway International Airport, describing it as a landmark project that reflects bold leadership and strategic planning.…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has ordered the immediate deployment of the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations, Shehu Umar Nadada, to Kaduna State following a deadly bandit attack on Ariko Village near Gurara Dam. The assault, which occurred on April 5, 2026, targeted worshippers at ECWA and Catholic churches in the community, with gunmen opening fire indiscriminately. Five persons were confirmed dead, while no fewer than fourteen others were abducted during the coordinated হাম. In a swift operational response, the police high command mandated a high-level intervention, tasking DIG Nadada with leading on-the-ground coordination of…

By Oladapo Sofowora In the resilient heart of Northwestern Nigeria, a different kind of storm is blowing hard. It is not the whirlwind of banditry that has long defined Zamfara State, but the quiet, determined tempest of reconstruction and recalibration done by Governor Dauda Lawal, who took the reins of a state gasping for air choked by insecurity, bankrupt of spirit, and paralyzed by decades of maladministration steering it to the path of prosperity. Three years into his first term, the landscape is shifting and the story is changing for the better. Yet, every revolution needs time to root. For…