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08/08/2026

Video: The arrival of Lagos State Governor, Mr.
Babajide Sanwo-Olu at Alakija bridge for an on-the-spot assessment of the damaged part as reported in a viral video circulating online.
The Governor, after the inspection allayed the fear of the public, saying that the integrity of the bridge is not compromised.

Credit: Gboyega Akosile

19/07/2026

Peter Obi at 65: Must he visit everyone to make peace? — by Fred Chukwuelobe

Today, Mr. Peter Obi marks his 65th birthday. At 65, he remains energetic, youthful in outlook, and committed to his aspiration of leading Nigeria and contributing to its growth and development. Across social media, birthday messages are pouring in from admirers, friends, political associates, and m...

19/07/2026

The silent revolution in Nigeria's garment industry — by Olabode Opeseitan

When President Bola Tinubu declared his ambition to build a trillion‑dollar Nigerian economy, many expected the usual rhetoric. Instead, across multiple sectors, the administration began rolling out initiatives that signaled a deeper seriousness. In fashion, the government did not speak loudly. It...

19/07/2026

Ooni of Ife loses brother, Prince Adetunji Ogunwusi

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has announced the death of his brother, Prince Adetunji Ogunwusi, describing the loss as shocking and deeply painful. The revered monarch disclosed the development in a heartfelt tribute on Sunday, expressing grief over the passing of his brother, whom he said....

19/07/2026

Of Isaac Fayose's sneeze and Peter Obi's cold: Nigeria says no to leadership that panics - by Seye Oladejo

Politics has an uncanny way of exposing character. It is rarely the carefully choreographed rallies or rehearsed television interviews that reveal the true temperament of a leader. Rather, it is the manner in which he responds to pressure, criticism and uncertainty. It is in those defining moments t...

19/07/2026

VP Shettima departs Abuja for 69th ECOWAS summit in Freetown

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Sunday departed Abuja for Freetown, Sierra Leone, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the 69th Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The summit, holding at the Julius Maada Bio...

18/07/2026

England beat France 6-4 to finish Third at 2026 World Cup

By Tosin Omojola England defeated France 6-4 on Saturday night at Miami Stadium to secure third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a thrilling encounter. The Three Lions looked to be cruising to victory after racing into a four-goal lead before halftime, but France mounted a spirited second-half co...

18/07/2026

Oyo police arrest suspected armed robber, recover stolen motorcycle

By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered a stolen motorcycle after an alleged attack on a commercial motorcyclist in the Apata area of Ibadan. The command said the arrest followed a tip-off from a public-spirited resident who reported that a...

18/07/2026

Makinde planning to restrict opposition campaigns — Oyo APC

By Adejayan Gbenga The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has accused Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration of allegedly planning to restrict opposition campaign activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. The opposition party made the allegation as political parties, candidates and...

18/07/2026

Appointments based on merit not ethnicity, Sanwo-Olu says

By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed that appointments in his administration are based on competence, integrity and excellence rather than ethnicity. The governor made the remarks on Saturday at a reception organised by Urhobo and Isoko elites in Lagos to honour...