By Tunde Rahman Last week has been hugely significant in Nigeria’s contemporary history. The plaudits arising from the announcement of Executive Order 9, aimed at curbing opacity in the operations of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation and instilling transparency and accountability, had barely receded when President Bola Tinubu made two other important decisions in quick succession. The President appointed Olatunji Disu, then an Assistant Inspector General of Police, as the new Inspector General of Police. On Monday, March 2, 2026, the Police Council formally ratified Disu’s appointment in line with the constitution. And just one day after the Council ratified…
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The Southwest Arewa Community has embarked on a significant movement known as the Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at mobilizing its members in the Diaspora, particularly those residing in Paris, for the upcoming 2027 elections in Nigeria. This initiative is spearheaded by the Director-General, Alhaji Shehu Usman Jubril Sampam, who emphasizes the importance of active participation and engagement of expatriates in the electoral process. OUR MAIN OBJECTIVES : The primary objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda are: To energize and galvanize the Southwest Arewa community in Paris to participate in the electoral process, ensuring they are aware of their rights and…
The Lagos State Government has approved a three-month rebate window for motorists to replace faded and unreadable vehicle number plates, as part of renewed efforts to enhance road safety, improve vehicle identification, and strengthen security across the state. This approval by the State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu was disclosed by the Permanent Secretary, Motor Vehicles Administration Agency (MVAA), Mr. Rasheed Muri-Okunola, saying that the rebate is a proactive and citizen-friendly intervention aimed at encouraging compliance while reducing the financial burden on vehicle owners. According to the Permanent Secretary, the condition of vehicle number plates is critical to effective traffic management,…
Today, on World AIDS Day 2025, with the theme, “Overcoming Disruptions; transforming the AIDS response,” reminds us to revamp efforts in ending HIV/AIDS by 2030. Over the years, Nigeria has made remarkable progress in HIV prevention, treatment, and care, but our journey towards an AIDS free nation continues. Every Nigerian deserves access to life-saving services, free from stigma and discrimination. To our youth, take charge of your health, know your HIV status by getting tested and seek treatment if found positive. To our communities, I call on you to show compassion and support and say no to stigmatization.Happy World AIDS…
In a remarkable show of unity and political alignment, the Executive Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reaffirmed his strong support for the Southwest Arewa Community in their backing of Asiwaju’s 2027 ambition. His endorsement reflects a shared commitment to progress and a renewed sense of purpose as preparations for the coming political season continue to gain momentum. The Governor made this declaration during the vibrant Akesan Day Celebration in Iperu Remo, where he welcomed the Arewa delegation led by Alhaji Shehu Usman Jibrin (Sampam). The visit showcased a deepening bond between the Ogun State Government…
By Tunji Disu Recently, my children asked me about my cousins and extended family. I found myself doing a lot of explaining and more explaining than I expected. The conversation got me thinking about something we don’t talk about enough: how families fall apart and stay apart, generation after generation.The Inheritance of Broken BondsMany of us have family members we’ve never met. Not because they died or moved to another country, but because of disputes that happened before we were even born. Siblings fought over land, money, perceived insults , preferential treatment and then stopped speaking. Their children grew up…
In a statement issued on Friday by Sunday Dare, special adviser to the president on media and public communication, Tinubu named Olufemi Oluyede, a lieutenant general, as the new chief of defence staff, replacing Christopher Musa, Oluyede was until now the army chief. Waidi Shaibu, a major general, is the new chief of army staff while Sunday Kelvin Aneke, an air vice marshal, takes over as air chief. Idi Abbas, a rear admiral, is the new naval chief but Emmanuel Akomaye Parker Undiandeye, a major general, remains unchanged as chief of defence intelligence. Dare said the appointments take immediate effect,…
The wife of the Lagos State governor and convener, Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials, (COWLSO), Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu has unveiled the lineup of activities for the 2025 national women conference form October 28- 30th 2025 at the Eko Hotel &Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Special guest of honour for the opening ceremony is Imo state governor, Hope Uzodinma. While the special guest of honour for the closing ceremony his Sokoto State governor, Hamad Ali 25th Anniversary of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) Conference : Engage, Connect, Innovate with the theme- Visionary legacy; inspiring the next…
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has emphasized the urgent need for effective regulation in Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism sector, noting that the industry must be properly guided by law to yield full national and economic benefit. He made this remark when the Director-General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Dr. Abisoye Fagade, paid him a courtesy visit at the NBA House in Abuja. Mazi Osigwe, SAN, commended the ongoing transformation and professionalization drive being championed by NIHOTOUR under Dr. Fagade’s leadership. He noted that with proper legal and institutional frameworks,…
The leader of the Lagos4Lagos Movement and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has called on Igbo leaders in the state to embrace peace and dismissed claims that the Lagos State government harbours animosity toward South Easterners. The call followed the ongoing demolition exercise in the state which JANDOR said was not targeted towards any particular tribe. Speaking at a meeting with the Ndigbos in Lagos on Tuesday, 14 October, 2025, JANDOR said, having lived together peacefully for several years, there’s no need to create tension and inflame passion where…