By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday marked the 74th birthday of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with the distribution of 20,000 food packs and a personalised message to residents across the state. The food items were distributed during a symbolic event at the De Blue Roof Event Centre, as well as in…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Plateau leg of MTN CHAMPS Season 4 is underway at the Jos International Stadium, drawing participation from over 1,300 athletes representing 148 schools across the state. The competition has generated significant excitement in Jos, with government stakeholders describing the tournament as a valuable platform for discovering and nurturing emerging sporting talent….
By Ayomide Otitoju The factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, has appealed a bench warrant issued for his arrest by the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Maitama, and filed an application seeking a stay of execution. The warrant, issued on Thursday by Justice Peter Kekemeke, followed…
By Ayomide Otitoju On Wednesday, a fully solar-powered Y’ello Box was handed over to the Iraboko community in Awoyaya, providing a new space for digital learning and connectivity. Developed through the staff-led Y’ello Care initiative, the hub features computers, reliable internet, climate control, and a solar setup designed to ensure uninterrupted access. In parallel, fintech…
By Ayomide Otitoju This month, Babalola Oyeleye highlighted the growing role of the Internet of Things (IoT) in shaping Nigeria’s digital economy. Speaking in a 15‑minute discussion, he outlined how sensors, smart meters, connected devices, and real‑time data are transforming agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, and energy management across the country. Oyeleye explained that IoT tools help…
By Ayomide Otitoju Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has discharged former Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, from a ₦2.5 billion fraud charge following a plea bargain agreement. The court granted the discharge after the prosecution, led by Rotimi Oyedepo, informed the court that it had discontinued the case against Oduah…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has reaffirmed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains a formidable political force despite ongoing internal crises. Speaking on Politics Today on Thursday, Saraki dismissed claims that the opposition party had lost relevance, attributing such perceptions to disagreements among party elites rather than realities at the grassroots….
By Ayomide Otitoju Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have signed a new air defence cooperation agreement during President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the kingdom, as both nations confront increasing threats from Iranian-designed drones, officials confirmed on Friday. The agreement, concluded on Thursday, will see Kyiv support Riyadh in developing critical components of its air defence systems,…
By Ayomide Otitoju No fewer than 8,433 delegates are set to attend the 2026 national convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at Eagle Square, scheduled for March 27–28, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced on Thursday. Speaking at a briefing with journalists at the Transcorp Hilton, Idris, who also serves…
