By Ayomide Otitoju Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet former US President Donald Trump on Sunday in Florida, as he seeks Washington’s endorsement for a new proposal aimed at ending the nearly four-year war with Russia. The meeting, set to take place at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence at 1:00 pm (1800 GMT), follows weeks…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Anambra State Government has warmly welcomed Ndi Anambra from across Nigeria and the diaspora as they return home to celebrate the festive season with their families and communities. The government said the homecoming of citizens during the festivities strengthens the bonds of unity and reaffirms a shared commitment to building a…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has reassured residents of a clean, safe, and healthy environment during the 2025 Christmas and New Year celebrations. In a statement, LAWMA Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the authority has activated a comprehensive waste management plan to handle the expected surge in waste across…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised the Daniel Ford Elite Table Tennis Tournament for its role in developing young sporting talents across Nigeria, while commending the leadership of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC). Speaking at the tournament’s opening at Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, the governor described…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu on Saturday attended the 2025 Adamu Orisha Play Eyo Festival in Lagos, describing the event as a celebration that accentuates the richness of Nigerian culture and highlights its vast potential for tourism development. The festival, held at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island, attracted a wide array of dignitaries,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government, in partnership with technology company TECNO, has unveiled the Sanwo-Olu Mini Stadium, an eight-a-side AstroTurf football pitch located at Sura under bridge, Lagos Island, as part of efforts to promote youth engagement and sports development across the state. The initiative aligns with the commitment of Governor Babajide Olusola…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line will operate an expanded service schedule on Sunday, 28 December 2025, to accommodate increased passenger traffic expected from the “G.O.A.T: The Greatest Of All Time Experience” concert headlined by Wizkid at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos. The concert is scheduled to run from 8:00…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has announced its sponsorship of the Carnival Calabar & Festival 2025, unveiling a landmark initiative with the introduction of the event’s first-ever private premium seating area. As part of its participation, the bank is constructing a 500-seater premium bleacher designed to offer enhanced comfort, safety and an elevated viewing experience for…
By Ayomide Otitoju The immediate past governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has felicitated with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, on his 72nd birthday. In a goodwill message on Saturday, signed by his media adviser, Mr. Terver Akase, and made available to journalists in Makurdi, Ortom described Akume…
