By Ayomide Otitoju Governor of Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inaugurated the Board of the Lagos State Sports Trust Fund, charging members to mobilise resources for the growth of grassroots and school sports across the state. The inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday at Lagos House, Marina. Former Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development and current President…
By Gboyega Akosile The recent developments in Makoko, Lagos, have thrust Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu into a defining test of leadership, highlighting the complexities of governing a city where resilience coexists with urban neglect. Makoko, a decades-old waterfront settlement, reflects the contradictions of Nigeria’s urban landscape—vibrant culture amid environmental risks, sanitation challenges, and public health concerns….
By Ayomide Otitoju The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has extended greetings to Christians and Muslims nationwide on the commencement of this year’s Lenten and Ramadan fasting periods. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, the governor urged the faithful to use the fasting season…
By Ayomide Otitoju As Muslim faithful across the country prepare for the holy month of Ramadan, Promasidor Nigeria has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim community, wishing them a spiritually rewarding period marked by devotion, reflection and compassion. The fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company described Ramadan as a sacred season of fasting, prayer and self-discipline…
By Ayomide Otitoju HumanManager will be among the key exhibitors at the 2026 Lagos Tech Fest, scheduled for Wednesday, 18th February, at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event brings together builders, founders, operators, and innovators to shape the next phase of Africa’s digital ecosystem. The workforce remains at the core of every growing…
By Ayomide Otitoju The United Kingdom has announced that all new visit visas for Nigerian travellers will be issued digitally from February 25, 2026, in a move to modernise its visa system. The development was disclosed in a statement on Monday by the British High Commission in Abuja. Under the new policy, Nigerian applicants will…
By Ayomide Otitoju A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Obi, has faulted Bola Tinubu over persistent electricity challenges, accusing the administration of failing to deliver on its promise of stable power supply. In a statement posted on X on Monday, Obi, a former Anambra State governor, recalled Tinubu’s campaign pledge to ensure…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the arrival of 100 United States military personnel and equipment at the Bauchi airfield, describing the deployment as part of a recent security agreement between Nigeria and the US. In a statement issued on Monday, Defence spokesman, Samaila Uba, said the deployment followed a formal request…
By Ayomide Otitoju Five people were injured after a regional train derailed early Monday near Goppenstein in southern Switzerland, as authorities warned of high avalanche risk in the region. Police said the accident occurred around 7:00 a.m. (0600 GMT) with 29 passengers on board. More than two dozen people were evacuated to safety, while one…
