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LAGOS TASKFORCE APPREHENDS TWO NOTORIOUS ‘OMOTAKU’ DISCIPLES

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Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce have apprehended two notorious street urchins popularly known as Omotaku along the Oshodi–Agunlejika–Apapa Expressway. The suspects, Abiodun Ajasa (44 years) of No. 18 Jimoh Meji Street, off Agunlejika Street, and Junaid Folami of No. 12 Agunlejika Street, Itire-Ikate, were allegedly involved in arresting unsuspecting motorists and extorting money from them whenever their vehicles developed mechanical faults on the highway. The suspects were arrested following a tip-off from a concerned group, ICU – To Save A Soul. Acting swiftly on the intelligence, operatives of the Agency swung into action and apprehended the duo while they were attempting to extort a motorist. The suspects initially claimed to be a bystander and a revenue collector respectively. However, investigations by Taskforce officials confirmed that they are notorious Omotaku operatives who had evaded arrest on several occasions. Speaking on the development, the Chairman of...
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20 Years After Beko: CDHR calls for renewed commitment to human rights activism

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The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) has called for a renewed commitment to human rights activism in the country . The advocacy came on the heels of the 20th memorial of Dr. Beko Ransome-Kuti, a renowned human rights activist and medical doctor who dedicated his life to the defence of human rights in Nigeria. Speaking at the memorial event held at the Rights House, Lagos Tuesday, CDHR President Debo Adeniran emphasized the need for courage and vigilance in the face of current security challenges and economic hardship.  Adeniran stressed that the best way to honour Ransome-Kuti's legacy is through action, citing his unwavering commitment to human rights activism despite facing imprisonment, harassment, and other forms of persecution. "The best way to honour Beko Ransome-Kuti is not through speeches alone. It is through action. It is through courage in the courtroom, vigilance in the streets, advocacy in the media, and integrity in our personal conduc...
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Lagos Moves to Build West Africa’s Leading International Financial Centre

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Lagos State has taken a major step toward repositioning Nigeria as a global investment destination with the unveiling of a comprehensive roadmap to establish a Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC), envisioned as the leading financial hub in West Africa. The roadmap is contained in a new report titled “Establishing an International Financial Centre in Lagos (LIFC), Nigeria”, produced by TheCityUK in collaboration with the UK Government, Lagos State Government, the Lagos International Financial Centre Council (LIFCC), and EnterpriseNGR. The report was formally launched at the State House, Marina, Lagos. The high-level event attracted senior government officials, diplomats, and private sector leaders, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria Jonny Baxter, EnterpriseNGR Chairman Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, and EnterpriseNGR Chief Executive Officer Obi Ibekwe. The initiative is aligned with Nigeria’s Agenda 205...
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Transcorp Hilton Abuja Curates All-Inclusive Valentine Weekend Experience

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As Valentine’s Day approaches, Transcorp Hilton Abuja is set to transform into one of the capital’s premier destinations for romance and social experiences, unveiling an all-inclusive lineup of activities designed for both couples and singles. This was disclosed in a statement issued at the weekend by the hotel’s Communications and Marketing Manager, Ms Ijeoma Osuji, who said the iconic hospitality brand will host a three-day “Valentine Weekend Package” from February 13 to 15. According to the statement, the experience is designed to cater to a wide range of guests, from long-term couples seeking a romantic getaway to individuals looking to connect and celebrate the season of love in a vibrant social setting. For visitors seeking a complete escape, the hotel is offering a bespoke room package that combines luxury accommodation with carefully curated romantic add-ons, promising a serene retreat from the city's bustle alongside world-class hospitality. The weekend program...
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APC E-Registration: Ambassador Jidda Leads Committee to Bama, Konduga to Strengthen Party Base

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The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) E-Registration and Reconciliation Committee in Borno State, Ambassador Baba Ahmad Jidda has led a high-powered delegation on a working visit to Bama and Konduga Local Government Areas as part of efforts to deepen grassroots participation in the party’s ongoing electronic registration exercise. The tour, aimed at monitoring progress and galvanising party members, brought the committee into direct engagement with local government officials, lawmakers, traditional institutions, and party executives across the two councils. Members of the committee on the visit included Hon. Tijjani Umara Kumalia, Mohammed Makinta, Hon. Busami Ardoram, Hon. Babakura Shettima, Hon. Mohd Maina Tar, Hajiya Mairo Bunu Lawan, Alh. Zanna Mahdi, Alh. Yusuf Adamu, Barrister Ba’ande Imam, and the committee’s Secretary, Dr. Babakura Mamman Gadai. In Bama, the delegation paid a courtesy visit to the Shehu of Bama, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr...
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How an Oyo Senator Humbled Me in Ibadan

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By Olasunbo Abimbola Debby It was meant to be a routine strategic engagement , an invitation to meet Senator Abdulfatai Omotayo Buhari at his Senatorial District Office located in Samonda, Ibadan, Oyo State. The appointment was scheduled for 11:00 a.m. I got there some minutes before time. The  building is huge but the office itself was modest ,not flamboyant, not intimidating—yet warm and professional. Courtesy was the governing ethic. Barrister Lawal was on hand to receive me and, with measured politeness, ushered me to a seat. “The Senator will soon be here,” he said. At exactly two minutes to 11, four men walked in. Three tall figures and one noticeably shorter man ,dressed in a simple Ankara attire. There was nothing theatrical about their entrance—no noise, no protocol drama, no security theatrics. Then Barrister Lawal announced: “Welcome, Distinguished Senator.” Instinctively, my eyes searched the room for the most imposing figure—the tallest, perhaps the most el...
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CGC Adeniyi Strengthens Stakeholders' Engagement with Historic Visit to Emir of Gwandu

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…Charges Kebbi Command Officers on Discipline, Transit Integrity The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on Saturday, 7 February 2026, paid homage to the Emir of Gwandu, His Royal Highness Muhammadu Bashar, as part of ongoing efforts by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to deepen collaboration with traditional institutions in strengthening border security, community engagement, and national development. The visit, held at the Emir’s palace in Kebbi State, underscored the Service’s recognition of the critical role traditional rulers play in maintaining peace, promoting lawful trade, and supporting security agencies in border communities. The CGC was accompanied by senior officers of the Service, including retired Deputy Comptroller-General Bello Mohammed Jibo and retired Assistant Comptroller-General Samba Dangaladima, both of whom currently serve under the Gwandu Emirate. Speaking during the engagement, CGC Adeniyi described the visit a...
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Experts Push Structured Islamic Estate Planning to Protect Wealth, Prevent Family Disputes

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Legal, financial and Islamic scholars have urged Nigerians to embrace structured Islamic estate planning, warning that informal and undocumented wealth transfer practices continue to expose families to conflict, asset loss and prolonged court battles. The call was made in Abuja at the 8th Annual Islamic Estate Planning Clinic, themed “From Informality to Legacy: Structuring Islamic Wealth Transfer.” The event was organised by The Metropolitan Law Firm in partnership with First Trustees Limited and Al-Ameen Trustees Limited. Speakers at the forum stressed that increasing reliance on verbal agreements and family-based arrangements often undermines the intentions of asset owners and creates avoidable disputes among beneficiaries. Managing Partner of The Metropolitan Law Firm, Hajia Ummahani Amin, said many Nigerian families fail to document their estate plans, leading to mismanagement and outcomes that contradict Islamic inheritance principles. She explained that estate planni...
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IPCR Condemns Killings, Urges Rural Development and Stronger Security Measures

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The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has strongly condemned the continued killing of innocent citizens in parts of the country, describing the attacks as senseless and unacceptable, while calling for urgent, long-term solutions to address insecurity, especially in rural communities. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Institute stressed that sustainable peace cannot be achieved without transformative rural development and improved security architecture in underserved areas. It warned that vast ungoverned spaces have continued to serve as safe havens for terrorists, insurgents and bandits, undermining national stability. The IPCR emphasized the need for effective state territorial control over such areas, noting that reclaiming and securing them is critical to dismantling criminal networks and restoring public confidence. While commending the recent establishment of a Military Command Centre as a positive step, the Institute said the measure alone would no...
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NDLEA Arrests China-Bound Businessman With 95 Cocaine Wraps at Kano Airport, Busts Drug Syndicates Nationwide

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 62-year-old Lagos-based businessman, Nwabueze Izueke, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) for attempting to traffic cocaine to China. Izueke was intercepted last Saturday, during the outward screening of passengers travelling to China via Addis Ababa on Ethiopian Airlines flight ET940. A body scan revealed that he had ingested illicit drugs, after which he was placed under medical observation. According to a statement on Sunday by the spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi, he later excreted 95 jumbo-sized wraps of cocaine, weighing a total of 1.589 kilogrammes, over seven separate excretions. The suspect told investigators he deals in clothing and automobile spare parts in Lagos and claimed he ventured into drug trafficking to raise funds to complete a house he is building in his hometown, Iwollo, Enugu State. In Abuja, NDLEA operatives recovered 627.7 kilogrammes ...
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