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  A six Level National Vocational Qualifications Framework has been approved  for Nigeria by the Federal Executive Council.  To this end, the Framework has recognised Vocational and Technical  Qualifications Structure within the  National Education System and Standards and directed placement of same in the scheme of Service.  According to a statement , the Nigerian Skills Qualifications Framework NSQF is aimed at promoting Life Long learning and providing Quality Assurance and Recognition.  To ensure the speedy implementation of the skill Acquisition Framework in Oyo State an  Awareness programme was held by a Consulting Firm in partnership with Oyo State College of Health Sciences and Technology Eleyele Ibadan  to draw the attention of workers , individuals, and retirees  to the need for acquiring technical skill for sustenance  .  The National Skills qualification Framework programmes to be run under the partnership arrangeme...

  A six Level National Vocational Qualifications Framework has been approved  for Nigeria by the Federal Executive Council.  To this end, the Framework has recognised Vocational and Technical  Qualifications Structure within the  National Education System and Standards and directed placement of same in the scheme of Service.  According to a statement , the Nigerian Skills Qualifications Framework NSQF is aimed at promoting Life Long learning and providing Quality Assurance and Recognition.  To ensure the speedy implementation of the skill Acquisition Framework in Oyo State an  Awareness programme was held by a Consulting Firm in partnership with Oyo State College of Health Sciences and Technology Eleyele Ibadan  to draw the attention of workers , individuals, and retirees  to the need for acquiring technical skill for sustenance  .  The National Skills qualification Framework programmes to be run under the partnership arrangeme...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A coalition of human rights organizations in Lagos has confirmed the arrest of a prime suspect in the high-profile murders of two Ajiran indigenes, while cautioning against what it described as deliberate attempts to derail police investigations. At a press conference held on Wednesday, the coalition—led by the Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR)—said the arrest of Alhaji Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi marks a major breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the killings of Mr. Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye. The victims were murdered in separate incidents in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State—Salami in April 2023 at Moba town near Ajiran community, and Akinloye in August 2024 along Chevron Drive, Lekki. Addressing journalists, CHSR President, Comrade Alex Omotehinse, disclosed that Akanbi was apprehended on April 15, 2026, in Cotonou, Benin Republic, through the efforts of the International Criminal Police Or...

  President Bola Tinubu has approved a minor reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council, removing the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, and the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, from their positions. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Yomi Odunuga. According to the statement, the directive was contained in a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. The memo announced the appointment of Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. It also named Muttaqha Darma as Minister-designate for Housing and Urban Development. According to the directive, the outgoing ministers are to commence immediate handover processes to their successors or supervising officials. It further stated that all handover and takeover activities mu...

  The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) deeply regrets to announce a tragic road traffic incident that culminated in the untimely death of another dispatch rider in less than 24 hours at Otedola Bridge inward Secretariat along the Ogudu Toll Gate corridor. The fatal crash involved a heavy-duty Volvo truck  and a dispatch rider. The devastating impact resulted in the immediate loss of the rider’s life at the scene, further accentuating the growing concerns surrounding the vulnerability of dispatch riders on major highways. LASTMA operatives on routine patrol around Otedola swiftly responded to the accident scene, where they promptly secured and cordoned off the accident area to forestall any secondary incidents, particularly given the high vehicular density along the corridor. The remains of the deceased dispatch rider were respectfully  handed over to officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), who were present at the scene in support of traffic man...

  Lagos, Nigeria – April 20, 2025  — In a bid to provide top-notch financial services across the world, Verve International, Africa’s leading payment card brand, recently announced its membership of two major global payment standards bodies, the  NEXO Standards Community  and  PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC)  towards securing interoperability, and future-ready payment infrastructure to boost seamless financial transactions amongst its card holders.   The PCI Security Standards Council is the global governing body responsible for setting and overseeing security standards that protect cardholder data across the entire payment ecosystem, including card schemes, banks, processors, merchants, and solution providers. Its standards help ensure that all entities involved in storing, processing, or transmitting card data meet strict security requirements, reducing exposure to fraud, data breaches, regulatory penalties, and operational risk.   By j...

  Nestlé Nigeria Plc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development to establish a Dairy Technical Skills Development Centre in Paikon Kore, Gwagwalada, as part of efforts to strengthen technical capacity, improve milk quality, and enhance productivity within Nigeria’s dairy sector. The Centre, to be located at the Nestlé Dairy Demonstration Farm, builds on the company’s ongoing Livestock Development Project (NLDP). It reflects a deliberate progression of interventions, from the launch of the Demonstration Farm in 2025 to the signing of a Letter of Intent on World Milk Day 2025. Together, these milestones signal the transition from pilot initiatives to full implementation and a more structured, scalable approach to skills development across the dairy value chain. The collaboration will deliver structured training programmes and targeted interventions focused on: Strengthening on-farm practices across milk production, processing, hygiene,...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A coalition of civil society organizations (CSOs) in Kosofe Local Government has officially endorsed Mayor Dele Oshinowo as the most qualified aspirant to represent Kosofe Federal Constituency in the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement was announced during a formal press briefing convened by the coalition as part of its mandate to promote accountability, participatory democracy, and evidence-based civic engagement within the constituency. The event brought together representatives from civil society groups, media organizations, policy advocates, and community stakeholders. Discussions focused on governance benchmarks such as infrastructure development, socio-economic impact, administrative efficiency, and responsiveness to citizens’ needs. According to the coalition, its position followed a comprehensive review of governance outcomes, particularly in Agboyi-Ketu LCDA between 2017 and 2025 under Oshinowo’s leadership as ...

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) profoundly regrets to report a fatal road traffic incident that occurred at Motorways inward Estate area of Alapere, Lagos, culminating in the untimely demise of a dispatch “AOC” rider. Preliminary findings indicate that the driver of an empty 'NIPCO' tanker (TTN-776ZQ) operating at an excessive velocity inward the Estate axis of Alapere, violently collided with the moving dispatch rider. The devastating impact resulted in the instantaneous death of the rider, casting a sombre atmosphere over the vicinity. In the immediate aftermath, Officers of LASTMA exhibited remarkable alacrity and professionalism by arriving expeditiously at the scene. Their prompt intervention proved decisive in forestalling a potential breakdown of law and order, as a group of enraged dispatch riders had converged and launched an attack on the tanker driver. Displaying commendable composure and tactical restraint, LASTMA personnel successfully extrica...

  By Adebayo Taofiq Aribidesi.(PAO LASTMA) In the intricate tapestry of urban mobility management, where discipline, responsiveness and human engagement intersect daily under intense pressure, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has, in recent times undergone a quiet yet profound transformation. At the nucleus of this renaissance is a deliberate and sustained investment in the training and retraining of personnel an initiative vigorously championed by the incumbent General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki. This renewed emphasis on capacity development is not merely an administrative routine; it is a strategic recalibration of institutional ethos. It reflects an understanding that the effectiveness of any traffic management system is ultimately anchored in the competence, comportment and cognitive preparedness of those entrusted with its execution. Historically, traffic management in a megacity like Lagos has been fraught with multifaceted challenges ranging from infra...

  NOTIFICATION OF OPENING OF APPLICATION FOR RECRUITMENT INTO 91 REGULAR RECRUITS INTAKE FOR TRADES and NON -TRADESMEN and WOMEN  This is to inform the General Public that online application for the Nigerian Army Recruitment Exercise 91 Regular Recruits Intake for Trades/Non-Tradesmen and Women has commenced from 30th March and will close on 17th. May, 2026 for all interested and qualified candidates from Oyo State.  The application form is free and is available online at https:recruitment.army.mil.ng. All applicants will be screened and qualified applicants will be shortlisted to attend the physical screening exercise at the State Recruitment Center, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Odogbo, Ibadan. Oyo State.  Interested Male and Female indigenes of Oyo State who wish to apply are hereby advised to obtain Oyo State Indigenship Certificate at Room 53, Governor's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan or Liaison Offices at Abuja and Lagos to confirm that they are bonafide candidates ...

   A national leader of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), Comrade Adesina Akinpelu, has said the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, cannot single-handedly enhance the security of Yorubaland. Comrade Akinpelu stated this in Ibadan on Monday while reacting to a call by the Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, urging Iba Gani Adams to enhance policing in Yorubaland. Oba Owoade had charged the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland to commence wide-ranging consultations for local and traditional interventions with traditional rulers, community leaders, and key stakeholders to stem the wave of insecurity in Yorubaland. In a statement by his Director of Culture and Public Relations, Ademola Adeniyi, the Alaafin said the initiative was aimed at establishing practical, community-driven support systems that would complement formal security structures, particularly in intelligence sharing and early warning mechanisms. It will be recalled that gunmen, ...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  In a political climate often dominated by rhetoric, Hon. Adeseyi Lawal, representing Ikeja Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, is steadily building a record defined by tangible community impact, strategic empowerment, and inclusive development. At the heart of his legislative and constituency efforts lies a clear priority: creating opportunities for his people. Through deliberate facilitation, several constituents have secured employment across key state agencies, reflecting a commitment to both economic empowerment and equitable representation. Among the beneficiaries are Mr. Taofeek Bankole, Mrs. Omobosola Adetunji, Mr. Olaleye Taiwo Abel, Mrs. Saliu Fausat Olayinka, Mr. Ibrahim Mohammed Tijani, and Mrs. Fadipe Abosede Kafilat through TESCOM. Others include Mrs. Hassan Opeyemi and Olaoye Kofoworola Bolanle through SUBEB, alongside Mrs. Oyelere Morenikeji Bunmi. Additional appointments were secured for Mrs. Baruwa Ifejola Blessing, Mr. ...

  Adron Homes and Properties Limited delivered a commanding performance at the grand finale of the 2026 Ibadan Cultural Festival, firmly establishing its dominance as Nigeria’s leading real estate brand. At the iconic Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, the company did not just sponsor the event, it took control of the narrative, transforming the cultural celebration into a powerful showcase of brand strength, innovation, and market authority. With the presence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, alongside a distinguished assembly of traditional rulers, high chiefs, and top government dignitaries, Adron Homes leveraged the high-profile platform to reinforce its influence at the intersection of culture, community, and modern development. The royal commendation from the Olubadan, who openly praised the company’s contribution, further cemented Adron’s growing stature as a key driver of cultural and socio-economic advancement. Speaking at the...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Alimosho Constituency II, Kehinde Joseph, has donated newly built classroom blocks to Abanraje Secondary School in Ikotun and announced his intention to seek a third term in office. The project, commissioned on Saturday, was named in honour of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. Joseph, widely known as KJ, said the initiative was aimed at addressing the challenge of limited access to secondary education in parts of the constituency. According to him, students in areas such as Abaranje and Okerube often travel up to nine kilometres to attend school, a situation the new classrooms are expected to ease. He added that the project was inspired by advice from the First Lady to promote inclusive representation and grassroots development. Describing the facility as a legacy project, Joseph said it belongs to the people and future generations, expressing optimism that it would help nurture professionals...

  The Oyo State Head of Service. Mrs Olubunmi Oni, mni has charged Churches in Nigeria to continue to stand as a beacon of hope, a voice of truth and a pillar of moral guidance to the society. She stated this during the opening ceremony of the 20th synod of the Methodist Church Diocese, Age, Igbo Elerin, Ibadan, with the Theme; "I Will Fight For You". She said the  theme of the synod echoes Exodus 14:14, where Moses tells the Israelites, trapped between Pharaoh’s army and the Red Sea: “The LORD shall fight for you and you shall hold your peace. ”God demonstrated His ability to deliver by parting the Red Sea, drowning the enemy and setting His people free, this account shows that when God fights for His people, no obstacle is insurmountable. The Head of Service said the Church is more than a place of worship; it is a moral and spiritual pillar of the nation. Its contribution to national security is both spiritual and practical. "For Nigeria, this means we can trust God’s ...

  All roads lead to the iconic Lekan Salami Stadium tomorrow as Adron Homes and Properties takes center stage in celebrating culture, history, and community at the grand finale of the Ibadan Cultural Festival 2026. In a bold demonstration of its commitment to preserving Nigeria’s socio-cultural heritage, Adron Homes is proudly sponsoring this year’s festival, reinforcing its role as a corporate institution that goes beyond real estate to actively supporting the traditions and identity of its host communities. The Ibadan Cultural Festival, a time-honored celebration of the people, history, and legacy of Ibadanland, has once again drawn widespread attention, uniting sons and daughters of the ancient city alongside dignitaries, cultural custodians, and enthusiasts. As anticipation builds for tomorrow’s grand finale, the city is already aglow with excitement, color, and cultural pride. Adron Homes’ involvement has significantly amplified the scale and reach of the festival, ensuring th...

  Retired top officials in Oyo State have commended Governor Seyi Makinde for what they described as worker- and pensioner-friendly policies that have improved the welfare of both serving and retired civil servants. The commendation was given by the Association of Retired Executive Secretaries and General Managers of the Oyo State Government during a courtesy visit to the Secretary to the State Government, Professor. Musibau  Babatunde, at the Government Secretariat, Ibadan. The Chairman of the Association, Barrister Olusola Orobode, lauded the administration for the regular payment of salaries, pensions and gratuities, noting that the policy had brought relief and stability to retirees across the state. He also praised the government for its developmental strides in critical sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture and security, which he said have positioned Oyo State as an attractive destination for investment. Orobode described the administratio...

  A Nigerian computer scientist, Fisayo Olamigoke, has launched a new hybrid social media platform called eSocial Mint (eSM), aimed at transforming how people manage events, connect online, and earn income. Olamigoke said the app was created to reduce the time and cost of using multiple mobile applications while also creating job opportunities across different industries. The platform combines social networking, event management, virtual meetings, and online commerce into a single system. According to him, eSM allows event hosts, guests, and service providers to interact in one place. Users can plan and manage events, hire workers, and even send money to celebrants both physically and virtually without handling cash. The app also introduces advanced features such as virtual attendance through hologram technology, allowing people to join events from anywhere in the world. Organisers can track attendance, monitor financial contributions, and engage both in-person and online participa...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A well-attended stakeholders’ meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward C, Onilekere, held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, brought together party leaders and loyal members in a show of unity and support for  Hon. Prince Seyi Lawal. The meeting began with an opening prayer led by Alhaja Mustapha, setting a focused tone for discussions. Hon. Lawal, who was formally introduced by the Ward Chairman, attended alongside key political figures, including the Immediate Past Vice Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Taofik Olorunfunmi, Chief Ajibola Lawal, and Comrade Ibrahim Abiodun Balogun, popularly known as “Ablent.” Addressing the gathering, Lawal commended Ward C leaders for their dedication and acknowledged the contributions of prominent party figure Alhaji Dally Adekunle Adeokun, even in his absence. He used the occasion to officially declare his intention to seek re-election as the representative of Ikeja Constituency I, appealing for the cont...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A well-attended stakeholders’ meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward C, Onilekere, was held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, bringing together party leaders, grassroots mobilizers, and loyal members to deliberate on party unity and future prospects. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Alhaja Mustapha, setting a reflective tone for the proceedings. The Ward Chairman formally introduced Hon. Prince Seyi Lawal, who attended alongside key political figures, including the Immediate Past Vice Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Taofik Olorunfunmi, Chief Ajibola Lawal, and Comrade Ibrahim Abiodun Balogun, popularly known as “Ablent.” In his address, Hon. Lawal commended the dedication of Ward C leaders and gave special recognition to Alhaji Dally Adekunle Adeokun for his longstanding contributions to the party’s development. The lawmaker used the occasion to formally declare his intention to seek re-election to represent Ikeja Constituency I for a...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Southwest Coordinator of the Remi Tinubu Support Group (RETSO), Hon. Adegoke Iyiade, has called for sustained grassroots mobilization and unity across the region in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the RETSO Southwest Zonal Rally held on Thursday, Iyiade urged supporters to consolidate what he described as a “historic political achievement” by ensuring the re-election of the president for a second term. Addressing a large gathering of party loyalists, community leaders, and supporters, Iyiade expressed gratitude to the national leadership of RETSO for entrusting him with the responsibility of coordinating activities in the Southwest zone. He described the support group as a “socio-political movement driven by conviction and belief in the Renewed Hope agenda.” The coordinator highlighted key policy decisions of the Tinubu administration since assuming office in May 2023, including the removal of f...

  … Applaud Management Performance, Commitment to Backward Integration   Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc has received shareholders’ approval for a N500 billion Rights Issue, thus positioning the company to strengthen its financial standing, expand its capital base, and accelerate strategic initiatives.   The Rights Issue, the shareholders reasoned will aid the Company in its ambitious backward integration projects.   The approval was given at the Company’s 20th Annual General Meeting held Wednesday in Lagos during which the Shareholders commended Dangote Sugar’s robust performance over the past year, underscoring their support for the organization’s ongoing evolution and future plans.   Addressing shareholders, Dangote Sugar Chairman, Mr. Arnold Ekpe remarked that the year under review saw a marked improvement in performance, despite a challenging economic environment, noting that revenue growth and enhanced EBITDA demonstrate positive operational momentum. However, ...