By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government has commenced an investigation into an incident that occurred on Saturday near the finishing line of the 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. The incident involved an ambulance deployed as part of the official medical emergency response for the event. The vehicle reportedly came in contact with a…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited has called on Nigerians to use this year’s Valentine’s Day celebration as an opportunity to embrace love, togetherness and meaningful connections. The company said Valentine’s Day, globally recognised as a celebration of love in all its forms, provides a moment for individuals, families and communities to pause, connect and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Leaders across Nigeria have called for greater inclusion of young people in top governance roles, citing their energy, mental agility, and ability to meet the demands of leadership. The call came on Thursday during a memorial lecture and leadership conference organised by the Murtala Muhammed Foundation to mark the 50th anniversary of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has reinforced its commitment to social impact by donating relief items to inmates at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre in Lagos under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP). The donation, facilitated by the bank’s Human Resources department, included household tools and gift items handed…
By Ayomide Otitoju The decision was announced on Thursday in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Onwuka Nzeshi. According to the statement, all Commissioners and Special Advisers have been directed to hand over to the Permanent Secretaries or the most senior officers in their respective ministries with immediate effect. Governor Fubara expressed appreciation…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Kwankwasiyya Movement has formally rejected moves by five United States lawmakers seeking to blacklist its leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, over alleged severe violations of religious freedom in Nigeria. The proposal followed the introduction of the Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act 2026 (HR 7457) before the United States Congress on Tuesday….
By Ayomide Otitoju The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has warned food processors, garri production centres and street food vendors across the state to comply with strict hygiene and waste management standards or face sanctions, as part of measures to curb the spread of Lassa fever. In a statement issued by its Press Secretary,…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the family, friends and associates of former President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Professor Emeritus Biodun Jeyifo, who passed away on Wednesday. The President’s message was conveyed in a statement issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has recused himself from two cases filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami. The judge, who was recently reassigned the cases by Chief Judge John Tsoho, said he…
