Some traders and residents in Lagos have expressed relief over the gradual drop in tomato prices across major markets. They said the development had made the commodity more affordable, although some consumers still considered the prices relatively high. The traders and consumers spoke in separate interviews with reporters on Sunday in Lagos. In late May and June, a 50kg basket of tomatoes sold for between N100,000 and N130,000. A 25kg crate also sold for between N48,000 and N50,000 during the period. Currently, a 50kg basket sells for between N40,000 and N45,000, depending on the variety. At Ile-Epo, Oyingbo and Ojuelegba…
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The Lagos State Government has reiterated its prohibition on the permanent or everyday use of dealer number plates by motorists and vehicle dealers. The Director of Public Affairs, Ministry of Transportation, Mrs Bolanle Ogunlola, said this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. Ogunlola warned motorists and vehicle dealers against using dealer number plates for purposes outside those permitted by law. She said the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018, restricts dealer plates to specific, time-limited activities. According to her, permitted uses include authorised test drives, vehicle inspections, vehicle delivery or collection, and movement of unregistered vehicles. She said…
Kebbi State Governor, His Excellency Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris Kauran Gwandu, has picked Ibrahim Muhammad Augie (Planner) as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election. The Governor announced the choice today, describing Ibrahim Planner as a loyal and grassroots-oriented leader with the experience, integrity and commitment required to support his administration’s vision for Kebbi State. According to the Governor, the selection reflects his commitment to strengthening unity, ensuring continuity and consolidating the gains recorded by his administration since assuming office. He expressed confidence that Ibrahim Augie’s experience and strong grassroots connections would further enhance the administration’s capacity to deliver…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed profound sadness over the death of prominent Niger State political figure, community leader and philanthropist Ibrahim Wali, the Garkuwan Kontagora. This is according to a statement signed by Rabiu Ibrahim, Special Assistant on Media to the minister. The minister described the late Wali as a close associate, trusted friend and distinguished son of Niger State whose life was marked by generosity, loyalty and an abiding commitment to the progress of his people. “I have received with profound sadness the news of the passing of my dear friend and brother,…
Torrential rainfall has caused severe flooding that submerged the palace of a traditional ruler of Ogidi Kingdom in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra state, Alexander Uzo Onyido. A report by ThePondNews, says the heavy downpour overwhelmed drainage channels in the area, sending floodwaves into the monarch’s residence and forcing him to evacuate the palace. The incident has renewed concerns over the worsening impact of flooding and poor drainage infrastructure in parts of the Southeast, where communities have continued to experience destruction of homes, roads and other public infrastructure during the rainy season. Residents said the flooding was aggravated…
The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, has tasked Nigerian youths with political and social participation to address the challenges confronting the country. Oduwole gave the charge at the 10th Teens Career Conference, titled “Rooted for Impact,” organised by The Everlasting Arms Parish (TEAP) of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Garki, Abuja. Represented by her Senior Special Assistant on Trade Facilitation, Ms Olayombo Ade-Ojo, Oduwole urged young Nigerians to move beyond talking about problems. She admonished all young persons to become active participants in finding solutions through political engagement and community development. “I would say…
The Matawalle Empowerment and Development Foundation (MEDF) has empowered 500 farmers in Toto Local Government Area (LGA) of Nasarawa State with a N16 million grant to boost agricultural production. Mr Mohammed Lawal, Coordinator of the empowerment programme, made the symbolic presentation to the beneficiaries on Saturday at the Toto LGA Secretariat. Lawal said the initiative was a deliberate effort by the Executive Director of the foundation, Dr Labaran Magaji, SAN, to complement the state government’s efforts to improve the productivity of smallholder farmers. He said the beneficiaries were carefully selected from the 12 wards of the LGA without consideration for…
Dr Clarice Ujah of the Federal Ministry of Education has won the Presidential Distinguished Civil Service Career Award, receiving a car gift at the 2026 Rewards and Recognition Awards. The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation held the ceremony in Abuja, where other awardees received cash gifts. It was reported that the Federal Ministry of Education won the highest number of awards, including the Presidential Civil Service Merit Award and the Head of Service EPIC Award. The Federal Ministry of Youth Development won the Best Civil Service Excellence Award, while the Federal Ministry of Trade…
President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former presidential candidate Peter Obi have congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election for a second term. Adeleke won Saturday’s governorship election on the platform of the Accord Party, securing 511,067 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who polled 444,815 votes. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate, Najeem Salaam, came third with 17,180 votes. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke the winner early Sunday at the collation centre in Osogbo. He won in 19 of the state’s 30 local…
The Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MOBSE) is strengthening school-based agriculture, nutrition and livelihood education through the Nourishing Nigeria Project. The project is being implemented in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS). Speaking during an engagement with FAO and FMAFS officials on Saturday, Dr Hadiza Mohammed, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, described Niger’s selection as a pilot location as a significant opportunity for the education sector. She reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to the successful implementation and sustainability of…