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  The Commandant General (CG), of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr. Ahmed Audi has condemned the gruesome massacre of unarmed civilians and charged his operatives on the need to upscale and expand their Intelligence gathering network to arrest the perpetrators and bring them to justice. The CG made this statement during a scheduled visit to Benue state for an on-the-spot assessment of the situation alongside other security chiefs.  He commiserated with the Governor and people of Yelwata in Guma Local Government Area who lost their loved ones in the attack and assured that the Corps is working closely with other security agencies to put a stop to this barbaric act. He decried the mindless killing of armless women and children in the unfortunate incident that erupted recently, noting that there was no justification whatsoever for the gruesome murder of innocent citizens. The NSCDC boss, therefore gave a marching order to the Zonal Commander and the State ...

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) is pleased to announce that all is set for the grand reception of the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, Ph.D., and his team into the APC. The historic event is scheduled to hold on Saturday, June 21, 2025, by 12:00 noon at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. His Excellency, Alhaji Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the National Chairman of the APC, will formally receive Governor Umo Eno and his team into the party, following an official presentation by the Akwa Ibom State APC Chairman, Obong Stephen Ntukekpo. The event will be graced by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria, and Leader of the APC, His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, who will officially welcome Governor Eno into the progressive fold. Also expected is the Chief host and President of the Senate, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio GCON  whose presence w...

 . ..As Event Proffers Solutions to Africa’s Housing Deficit Former Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, and the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have commended real estate practitioners across Nigeria for their resilience, innovation, and contributions to national development through housing and urban transformation. They gave their commendations at the 75th World Congress of the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI), held recently at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed “Global Real Estate Renaissance,” the event attracted international attention and positioned Nigeria at the center of global real estate dialogue. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, though unavoidably absent, was represented by the Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru. In his keynote address, Professor Osinbajo emphasised the critical role of real estate professionals, describing them as “visionaries and architects of society.” “You are called to lay the fou...

  The Executive Chairman of Oto-Awori LCDA, Prince Musbau Adekunle Ashafa has died after a pronlong illness. His death was confirmed by his chief Press Secretary and the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees  (NULGE) via two different statements  The late Ashafa was  a prince of Ijanikin kingdom and in hissec9nd term as Executive Chairman of the LCDA

  The last has not been heard in the internal wranglings bedeviling Agbado Oke Odo Local Council Development area of Alimosho local government area of Lagos state as legislators in the LCDA on Wednesday passed a vote of no confidence on the Executive Chairman of the local government,Engr David Famuyiwa The Councillors led by their leader, hon Ogunyemi Olatunji unanimously passed the negative motion on the chairman and gave reasons for their actions Among the offences leveled against the council Boss gross misconduct,promotion of caucuses against the directive of the party ,which led to the inability of the council to  properly fund the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)in the local  The legislators further disclosed that the Chairman has continued  to deny  them attendance of their seminars both locally and internationally ,as well as reckless spending of resources not allocated or approved by them  They also accused the council Boss of working against ...

  After another exciting day across the various venues  at the National Sports Festival, Day 3 official medals table summary sees Bayelsa state leading the pack with a total of 6 Gold medals , 2 silver medals and 1 bronze medal. They are closely followed by Oyo state with a total of six medals, out of which 4 are  Gold ,1 silver and 1 bronze medal. Lagos is next on the table after Tuesday"s round of Games with 3 Gold , 4 silver and 3 bronze medals. In fourth position is cross river with only 3 Gold medals while Rivers state completes the top five with 2 Gold, 3 silver and 1 bronze medal. The Invited Junior Athletes, IJA,  are surely punching above their weights occupying the 6th position with 2 Gold medals , 1 silver and 1 bronze medal. Defending champion and competition"s favourite Delta state are in distance 7th after Day 3 round of games with just 1 Gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze medal. A total of 71 medals have been won so far at of which 23 are Gold , 23 are silver...

  Historically, Nigeria had always turned to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for financial assistance to address deficiency of project payments and economic challenges like trying to stabilize the Naira or implementing crucial economic reforms. Although, IMF Loans provide beneficial reliefs at a time of critical needs, but oftentimes, it comes with strict conditions that inhibit the flexibility of domestic/economic policies.  However, with a determination to resuscitate the glory of the Nigeria economy, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (PBAT) is not leaving any stone unturned. This determination is what keeps motivating him from the inception of this administration to ensure that all economic inhibitors, especially the external ones like the IMF Loans are cleared off. To this end, it is a big relief to hear that PBAT has finally settled all the debts Nigeria is owning the IMF with all necessary documents signed and counter signed this past week.  Repaying these loans in ...

The Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle Adio, popularly known as Tafa Sego, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on Saturday  after six armed men reportedly stormed his residence in Surulere, Lagos, with the intent to kill him.  Fortunately, he was not at home at the time of the attack. Sources revealed that the assailants arrived his residence at Gbadamosi Close, Surulere, around 11pm on Saturday night .  Upon arrival, they encountered only the security guard, whom they tied up before ransacking the entire house in search of the union leader. It was gathered that Alhaji Tafa Sego had earlier left for an event with a few of his associates who had visited him earlier in the day. The invasion sent shockwaves through the neighbourhood, with residents expressing fear and concern over the unprecedented incident. Many worry that the attackers may return to launch another assault in the area. ...

Business owners and residents of CMD Road around Otedola Bridge, Lagos, who were affected by the unfortunate inferno of Tuesday last week have cried out over alleged inhuman treatment and disregard for their losses, especially the death of over 10 people. They accused the gas company, Second Coming Nigeria Limited, whose truck caused the accident, of insensitivity as it was claimed that they have failed to sympathise with them or even share in their losses, but has rather continued to carry out business activities. It was gathered that company has not deemed it proper to visit the family members of the deceased to commiserate with them since the unfortunate incident happened. The incident, we were informed, will be the third one in which human lives and properties were lost to fire caused by the trucks of the organisation. It was revealed that the rickety nature of most of the truck carrying flammable substance being sold by the company, has been responsible for the avoidable disaster....