President appoints Fayose to head rural electricity agency
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced 26 new appointments into 10 Federal Government agencies and commissions, with former governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, emerging as chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and Major General Junaid Bindawa as chairman of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission. Fayose heads the board of REA, […]
2027: Our victory is certain, Renewed Hope Ambassadors assure Tinubu
The Kogi State Government and key political stakeholders in the state have assured President Bola Tinubu and the governing All Progressives Congress of overwhelming votes at all levels in the 2027 elections to enable him consolidate on his reform programmes. This assurance came as the Renewed Hope Ambassadors and the Presidential Media Team rounded […]
Tinubu congratulates Badejo-Okusanya as first elected female NBA President
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warmly congratulated Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, (SAN), on her historic election as the first elected and second female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). He described her emergence as a watershed in the legal profession and a triumph for merit, excellence, and gender inclusion. President Tinubu noted that Mrs […]
Mourning the passing of imam Tijani Olubodun Shehu Gbajabiamila
By Bola Ahmed Tinubu As I reflect on the life of Sheikh Imam Tijani Olubodun Shehu Gbajabiamila, who passed on recently, I have fond memories of his remarkable contributions as a well-respected community leader and religious leader. During my tenure as Governor of Lagos State, and much earlier in life, I […]
Andy Burnham succeeds Starmer as British PM
Andy Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester and new leader of the Labour Party, on Monday succeeded Keir Starmer to become Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade. The affable Burnham returned to Parliament in June by winning a risky special election and was sworn in as a member on July 12, […]
Alia reiterates determination to serve
Gov Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has said his administration remains undeterred, focused, and deeply committed to the service of the people in the state. This is contained in a statement on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Tersoo Kula in Makurdi. The governor said that in spite of recent political narratives aimed […]
NLNG celebrates Nnaji at 70, lauds science, innovation contributions
The Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has celebrated Prof. Bart Nnaji at 70, recognising his over two decades of contributions to the governance, credibility and global reach of The Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation. According to a statement issued by the company on Monday, it honoured Nnaji, a former Minister of Power and Chairman […]
Shakira, Burna Boy thrill fans at historic FIFA World Cup final show
Colombian pop star Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy delivered a joint performance of the 2026 FIFA World Cup official song, “Dai Dai,” during the first-ever halftime show the World Cup final. The performance took place on Sunday at the New York New Jersey Stadium as part of FIFA’s inaugural Super Bowl-style halftime […]
Group congratulates Badejo-Okusanya
Women in Business and Politics has congratulated Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya (SAN), on her election as President-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), saying her emergence marks a milestone for women’s leadership. The group’s Coordinator, Hassie Oyama, said in a statement on Monday in Abuja that the election reflected NBA members’ confidence in Badejo-Okusanya’s vision, competence […]
Spanish nationals in Lagos celebrate team’s World Cup win
Some Spanish nationals in Nigeria on Monday celebrated their national team’s gritty 1-0 victory over Argentina at the finalof the 2026 FIFA World Cup played at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, U.S. The Spanish nationals gathered to watch the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at Churrasco Restaurant, 1C Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, […]
