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The founder of the Habeeb Okunola Foundation, High Chief Dr. Habeeb Olalekan Okunola MON, OFR, has once again demonstrated his dedication to the welfare of the underprivileged. On March 30, 2026, he played host to a group of talented visually impaired students across tertiary institutions in Nigeria whom he is currently covering their tuition fees at the head office of CINI Holdings in Ikoyi, Lagos. During the gathering, Okunola reaffirmed his commitment to using his God-given resources to uplift humanity through his foundation. According to him, true wealth is proven through empowerment, and supporting the education of visually impaired students…

A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the high-level workshop is supported under the United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) Institutional Support framework. He added that the workshop also reflects a shared commitment to advancing research-driven solutions for governance, resilience, and societal development in institutions in Zamfara State. The statement read in parts, “Governor Lawal is on Sunday set to travel to the United Kingdom for a two-day strategic governance workshop hosted by Coventry University. “The workshop brings together global scholars, policymakers, and governance experts to explore methods for building resilient institutions and addressing societal challenges…

The Chairman of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Taskforce), CSP Adetayo Akerele, has alleged that recent online attacks against him and the agency are the result of his refusal to grant undue favours to certain social media operators. Akerele made the disclosure during a radio interview on Lagos Traffic Radio 96.1FM’s programme, Bosenlo, where he accused individuals identified as Sheriffdeen Ojon and Objectv of persistently lobbying for the release of impounded motorcycles, popularly known as okada, and other vehicles seized for traffic violations, particularly for driving against traffic. According to the Taskforce Chairman, the individuals resorted to…

The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, on his re-election at the party’s 8th National Convention. The convention, which took place at the Eagle Square in Abuja, was attended by over 8,000 delegates and was described as peaceful and credible. Governor Abiodun also extended his congratulations to other newly elected members of the National Working Committee (NWC), including Ali Dalori, Benjamin Nwoye, Ajibola Basiru, and AbdulKarim Kana. In a statement issued in Abeokuta, the governor praised the conduct of the convention, noting that it demonstrated the party’s…

Schools administrations and stakeholders in the education sector have been charged to include sporting activities in school curriculum in order to encourage students to take sports as profession. The Executive Director, Lawson Group of Schools, Mr. Akinola Lawson gave the charge at the Inter House Sports competition of Lawson Group of Schools held at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, Kuto Abeokuta. He said sports have been recognised Internationally, saying parents should encourage their children to participate in sports alongside their educational careers of their choice, as it could bring them to limelight in the nearest future. Emphasising the numerous health…

The Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), the flagship preventive policing initiative of the Nigeria Police Force, has officially commenced its 2026 nationwide activities aimed at strengthening crime prevention and fostering community partnership. The initiative is part of the broader vision of the Nigeria Police Force under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, to deepen community partnership and promote proactive policing nationwide. The 2026 rollout features a series of strategic engagements across the country, including intensive school outreach programmes, community sensitization campaigns, and stakeholder collaborations designed to address the root causes of…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday paid a working visit to the Police Complaint Response Unit (PCRU), where he assessed ongoing operations and reiterated the importance of safeguarding citizens’ rights across the country. During the visit, the IGP commended the unit for its consistent performance and notable achievements over the years in addressing public complaints and promoting accountability within the police system. Speaking during the inspection, Disu emphasized the need for professionalism and responsiveness in handling complaints from members of the public. “All public complaints must be handled with promptness, transparency, and strict accountability. Citizens’ rights must…

In societies grappling with evolving security challenges, the relevance of specialised policing units cannot be overstated. The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offence Unit aka Task Force is not established as an ornamental structure within the law enforcement system; it is a deliberate response to urgent threats that conventional policing frameworks often struggle to contain swiftly. The mandate of this unit is clear: restore order, enforce compliance with the law, and respond with precision to emerging patterns of crime that threaten public safety. In predominantly urban areas like Lagos, criminal trends have grown more sophisticated and, at times, more brazen.…

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Professor Audi Abubakar, has distributed a substantial cache of advanced operational equipment to heads of state formations during the annual strategic meeting held at the NSCDC National Headquarters in Abuja on March 27, 2026, while simultaneously issuing a stern warning that the corps will not tolerate any act of indiscipline, with severe sanctions awaiting any officer found wanting. Addressing the gathering of state commanders and senior officers, Abubakar began by expressing profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the renewal of his tenure as Commandant General, framing this…

The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, alongside ten state governors including the Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum formally welcomed Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, into the All Progressives Congress (APC). The grand reception, which took place on Tuesday at the Trade Fair Complex in Gusau, drew a large crowd of supporters, as well as members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly and the governor’s cabinet. According to a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the Vice President arrived at the newly constructed Gusau International Airport before proceeding to the event. The statement listed…