The recent attacks in Shiroro have left behind grief, destruction, and displacement. Families are mourning. Communities are shattered. In moments like this, strong emotions are inevitable and justified. But even in grief, we must guard against letting emotions alone shape our judgments.The visit of the Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, to the affected communities has drawn criticism in some quarters, with some dismissing it as a “photo opportunity.” Such a characterisation, however, risks oversimplifying a deeper reality. Crisis leadership is not only about immediate solutions—many of which require time, coordination, and strategic planning. It is also about presence. Showing up in…
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The Elegushi of Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom in Lagos State, Oba Saheed Ademola, has been celebrated as a visionary and focused traditional ruler on the occasion of his 50th birthday. The Bobajiroro of Otun-Ekiti in Moba land, Sule Aminu, felicitated the traditional ruler in a statement issued in Otun-Ekiti on Friday. Aminu, a tourism and property expert, said the 21st Elegushi has demonstrated good works and selfless service to his people and beyond. He said the Elegushi title emanated from a warrior lineage whose early rulers were known for defending their territory and safeguarding vital trade routes along the Atlantic coast. Aminu…
President Bola Tinubu on Friday inaugurated a 60-megawatt gas turbine plant at Elebele in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The president also inaugurated other projects implemented by the Gov. Douye Diri-led administration, including the 630-metre Angiama-Oporoma Bridge, the Sagbama/Ekeremor Road, and a 2.9km dual carriageway in Yenagoa. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Bayelsa Government House, Tinubu commended Diri for implementing the independent power project. He said that the people of Bayelsa deserved to see governance translated into physical development and an improved quality of life. “We are all working hard. Independent power supply is a…
The United Nations has assured residents of Yelewata and other victims of conflicts and disasters of its support to return not only to their ancestral homes but also with dignity. The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), Dr. Amina Mohammed, gave the assurance on Friday during a visit to Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. It was reported that the community was attacked on June 13, 2025, leaving scores dead and many properties destroyed. Mohammed stated that people in Benue and across Nigeria must live and work in a safe and secure environment. She said…
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm felicitations to Aliko Dangote, Africa’s foremost industrialist, on his 69th birthday, applauding his contributions to Nigeria’s economic growth. Tinubu described Dangote as Africa’s leading industrialist whose investments have significantly advanced Nigeria’s industrialization and economic development. This was contained in a statement issued by the Presidential Spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, on Friday in Abuja. The president commended Dangote’s entrepreneurial vision, resilience, and innovation, noting that his ventures have transformed key sectors of the economy. He highlighted the establishment of the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company, as well as cement factories across Africa, as milestones in…
The Federal Government has secured 386 convictions out of 508 terrorism-related cases in a mass trial. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), confirmed this to newsmen on Friday. He said that out of the 508 defendants brought before the court, two were acquitted while eight were discharged. It was reported that the trial began on Tuesday at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The convicted persons were sentenced to various prison terms ranging from eight years to life imprisonment, depending on the gravity of the charges against them. Fagbemi further explained that 112…
The Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, has urged newly admitted sandwich degree students to uphold discipline, diligence, and academic integrity. Olatunji-Bello made the call on Friday at the matriculation ceremony for the 2025 Modular Year Sandwich Degree students at the university’s Ojo campus. She was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Oseni Afisi. The vice-chancellor described the occasion as a defining moment for the students, marking their formal admission into one of Nigeria’s foremost institutions of higher learning. She congratulated the students on their successful admission into the Sandwich Degree Programme, noting that their enrollment reflected…
The Sokoto State Police Command has intensified proactive security operations across the state as part of efforts to combat banditry and other violent crimes. In a statement issued on April 8, 2026, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, said the move aligns with directives from the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, and is being implemented under the leadership of the State Commissioner of Police, Hayatu Hassan Shaffa. According to the statement, the Command has adopted intelligence-led policing strategies to identify bandit hideouts and disrupt supply routes used by criminal groups, including those linked to the Lakurawa network.…
The Nigerian naira extended its appreciation at the official foreign exchange window on Thursday, gaining N12.50 against the United States dollar. Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed the local currency closed at N1,359.31/$1, compared to N1,371.82/$1 recorded on Wednesday. The latest movement represents a 0.9 per cent appreciation, reinforcing a gradual recovery trend observed in recent trading sessions at the official market. Market analysts attribute the sustained stability of the naira to ongoing reforms by the Central Bank of Nigeria, including improved foreign exchange liquidity, tighter monetary policy measures, and efforts to unify exchange rate windows.…
Niger State Government has renewed its pledge to transform healthcare delivery as the world marked World Health Day 2026, with top officials emphasising the need for stronger health systems, accountability, and science-driven solutions to serve residents better. The commemoration took place at the Ministry of Health headquarters in Minna, where the state Commissioner for Health, Dr Murtala Mohammed Bagana, described the day as more than a celebration, calling it a call to action to fix long-standing gaps in Nigeria’s health sector. “Despite current challenges, including concerns raised by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, we remain focused on building a…