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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  Hundreds of women under the aegis of the Alimosho Progressive Women (APW) took to the streets of Alimosho Federal Constituency on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in a show of support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the lawmaker representing the constituency, Hon. Ganiyu Adele Ayuba, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The six-hour solidarity march, which began at Mashalasi Bus Stop in Alimosho Local Government Area, saw participants dressed in coordinated outfits as they moved through major parts of the constituency, chanting slogans and calling for continuity in leadership. The procession covered key areas including Iyana-Ipaja, Mosan-Okunola, Agbado-OkeOdo, Egbeda, Isheri-Olofin, Idimu, Igando, and Ikotun, drawing attention from residents and passersby. Speaking during the rally, APW President, Alhaja Ajike Yusuf, described Hon. Ayuba as a high-performing representative whose achievements align with the policy direction of the current administration. “...

Action With Nationwide Cleanup, Beach Adoption In a bold move to strengthen environmental protection across Nigeria, Sterling Bank, in collaboration with Sterling One Foundation, Lagos Waste Management Authority, Sunbeth, community volunteers, and partner organizations, are set to launch The Great Nigeria Cleanup, a nationwide environmental movement taking place on April 25, 2026. Spanning all six geopolitical zones, and aligned with the United Nations Decade of Action, this initiative will mobilize citizens across Lagos, Abuja, Ogun, Osun, Cross River, Delta, Bayelsa, Ebonyi, Abia, Enugu, Imo, Sokoto, Kano, Benue, Plateau, Kogi, and Katsina, reinforcing the urgency of sustained, community-led efforts to combat plastic and waste pollution and restore the health of Nigeria’s environment. Speaking on the initiative, Temitayo Adegoke, Chief Operating Officer of Sterling Bank stated: “At Sterling, we believe that real impact happens when institutions and individuals come together with a sh...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Lagos State Government has announced plans to endorse legislative aspirants capable of effectively representing and communicating the agenda of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections. This decision was part of resolutions reached at the 19th Executive and Legislative Parley, a three-day event held at Eko Hotels and Suites.  The forum, organized by the Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, focused on the theme “Equal Participation in Governance,” emphasizing collaboration across government institutions to advance the state’s THEMES+ development agenda. The parley brought together key stakeholders, including Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat, members of the State Executive Council, lawmakers from both the National Assembly and Lagos State House of Assembly, as well as party leaders and local government officials. In a communiqué signed by the S...

  Caption L-R: Tony Emoekpere, Council Member, National Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6); Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Mr. Muhammed Rudman, National President, IPv6 Council; Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO,NCC; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Dr. Chris Uwaje, National Vice President, IPv6 Council; Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, President, National Internet Registration Association, NIRA/ Council Member, during the Inauguration of the National Internet Protocol Version 6, (IPv6) Council Members, at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State on the 23rd April 2026.  

  …asks Nigerians to pray for Aliko Dangote   Public Policy analysts, Government officials and other Stakeholders have in Lagos hailed the strategic foresight and industrial courage of the President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Aliko Dangote, describing the Dangote Petroleum Refinery as a transformative national asset deserving of collective appreciation by Nigerians.   This position was strongly articulated at the 2026 Bullion Lecture, powered by the Centre for Financial Journalism, where the Director‑General of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC), Professor Nnanyelugo Ike‑Muonso, declared that Nigerians owe Aliko Dangote a profound debt of gratitude for investing in the world‑class refinery.   Delivering the keynote lecture themed “From Resources to Prosperity: How Raw Materials Development, Value Addition and Innovation Can Catalyse Nigeria’s Industrial Renaissance,” Professor Ike‑Muonso said the refinery represen...

  ‎ ‎The Deputy Chief Whip of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Honourable Yusuf Adebisi, today paid an inspection visit to his constituency to assess the progress of newly constructed convenience facilities aimed at improving sanitation and public health within the market environment. ‎ ‎The project, which consists of modern toilet and bath facilities, is designed to serve market men and women, addressing long-standing concerns about hygiene and access to basic amenities in the trading hubs. ‎ ‎During the visit, Honourable Adebisi held strategic engagements with key market stakeholders, including the Iya l’Oja and Baba l’Oja, alongside other traders, to evaluate the project’s impact and gather feedback from beneficiaries. ‎Speaking on behalf of the market women, the Iya l’Oja expressed deep appreciation for the initiative, noting its significance to daily market activities. ‎ ‎“For a long time, this has been one of our major challenges in the market. We appreciate Honourable Adebis...