Three die as vehicle crashes into bridge
Three young men died on the spot on Sunday after a Toyota Camry lost control and crashed into the culvert of a bridge on Deidei- Idu- Karmo New Road in Abuja. The accident occurred around 3:45 pm and involved four young male occupants, according to officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and […]
Tinubu is Nigeria’s Lee Kuan Yew, says Uzodimma
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has said President bola Tinubu is Nigeria’s Lee Kuan Yew. Speaking at the weekend in Owerri, he praised the President’s bold economic reforms, and expressed confidence that his performance would give him a second term in 2027. Lee Kuan Yew was the reformer of Singapore, who transformed the country […]
Tinubu felicitates Omilani at 90
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated Senator Yinka Omilani, former Senator and successful insurance mogul, as he marks his 90th birthday. President Tinubu described the Ode-Omu, Osun State-born Omilani as a statesman, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and devoted Christian whose life has become a beacon of service, humility, integrity, and enduring impact. “At ninety, your […]
Tinubu congratulates Olulade at 55
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Segun Olulade, the Executive Director of Customer Centricity and Marketing at Galaxy Backbone Limited, on his 55th birthday on July 20, 2026. A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, said, “Segun ‘Eleniyan’ Olulade is a Lagos State grassroots politician, two-term member of the State House […]
LIFE CHALLENGES, No. 6: SECOND WIFE: DOUBLE WAHALA
By Toyin Falola When the Road Forgets My Name My life has come to a crossing, and every path has eaten its words. The footprints behind me refuse that they once belonged to my feet. I question the morning, Ṣé èmi náà ni mo ṣì wà? Must I still carry the name by which I […]
Rotary bestows CAPPA’s executive director with service to humanity award
The Rotary Club of Abuja Metro has honoured the Executive Director of Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), Mr. Akinbode Oluwafemi, with the Outstanding Service to Humanity Award. The award was in recognition of his exceptional contributions to public interest advocacy and community development. The award, which was presented during the Club’s […]
UNILAG advocates AI to bridge educational inequality
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has said it is advancing equitable, future-ready education through responsible adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital innovation. The university disclosed this on Friday in a statement on its website following the Faculty of Education Annual Lecture held at the institution. The lecture, titled “Bridging Educational Inequalities Through […]
Shun politics of domination, embrace service, accountability, Emir Sanusi tells politicians
The Emir of Kano, Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged Nigerian politicians to shift from politics of domination to politics of service, accountability and competence. This, he said, would significantly aid in building a great, prosperous and brighter nation. He made the call at a National Dialogue in Kano organised by PowerShift Africa with […]
Company drivers arraigned over alleged diesel, petrol theft
Three company drivers: Muideen Oladokun, 41, Najeem Adedeji, 35, and Kehinde Tijani, 65, were on Friday arraigned before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court Ibadan over an alleged diesel and petrol theft. The three working with Krishat Pharma company, Oluyole, Ibadan, were charged with conspiracy and stealing, to which they pleaded not guilty. The Prosecutor, ASP […]
Disengaged soldier docked for allegedly stealing motorcycle
A disengaged soldier, Tajudeen Umaru, on Friday appeared before an Ejigbo Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stealing a Bajaj motorcycle valued at N1.3 million. Umaru, whose residential address was not provided, is standing trial on a three-count charge of conspiracy, stealing and impersonation. He, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges. The prosecutor, ASP Simon […]
