The Abeokuta North Local Government Area in Ogun State witnessed a momentous occasion on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, as the Executive Chairman, Dr. ‘Lanre Oyegbola-Sodipo, commissioned 17 transformative projects across the Local Government Area. Representing the Governor of Ogun State , His Excellency, Prince (Dr.) Dapo Abiodun, CON, was the Commissioner for Local Government and…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that Nigeria’s Diplomatic Missions abroad are grappling with severe financial difficulties. Budgetary shortfalls and foreign exchange volatility have left the ministry unable to pay locally recruited staff, service providers, and landlords, or meet allowances for home-based officers. The financial strain has resulted in unpaid salaries for locally recruited…
The Ogun State Government has released 130 hectares of land along the Epe/Mojoda expressway, Ijebu Ode to the Federal Government for the proposed Ijebu Ode Port Terminal Project. This follows the request for 130 hectares of land by the Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Gboyega Oyetola, in a letter addressed to Governor…
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a significant increase in the cost of obtaining a Nigerian Standard Passport, effective September 1, 2025. According to a statement signed by the Service Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, the new fees will apply only to applications made within Nigeria. The revised fee structure sets the cost…
Nigeria has established itself as a key Air Travel Hub in West Africa, offering direct flights to 30 countries across four continents. According to aviation data compiled by Statisense from FlightConnections, the Country’s International Airports handle a significant volume of traffic, connecting passengers to destinations in Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. Within Africa, Nigerian…
In a distressing incident, a passenger train traveling from Abuja to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves through the rail community. The incident occurred shortly after the train departed Abuja around 11 a.m., leaving several carriages overturned and passengers scrambling for safety. Eyewitness accounts describe the scene as chaotic and frightening, with passengers rushing…
Oba Rashidi Ladoja is poised to be crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025. Sources close to the royal family confirmed that Governor Seyi Makinde has given his approval for Ladoja’s enthronement. The coronation ceremony is scheduled to take place at the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan, a venue steeped in…
The Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK), has indefinitely banned final-year students from participating in examination orchestration “signing off” ceremonies on campus. This decision, announced in a Press Release signed by Registrar Dr. Chinenye Okeke on Tuesday, 19th August, 2025 takes immediate effect. According to the University Management, the ban is in response to…
Women from the Ilaje Community in Lagos State have vowed to stage a nude protest over the alleged demolition of their ancestral homes, which they claim is being masterminded by some traditional rulers. The protesters, under the aegis of Egbe Omo Ilaje, stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly Complex, Alausa, Ikeja, on Tuesday August…
The Ogun State Government has announced August 20, 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate the Annual Isese Day celebration. This decision reflects Governor Dapo Abiodun’s commitment to promoting religious inclusivity and recognizing the vital role Yoruba heritage plays in the State’s identity. In a statement signed by Hon. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Information…
