President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Works to take immediate action on the worsening condition of the Benin-Agbor-Asaba road and the Ifaki-Kabba-Ado Ekiti corridor, following prolonged gridlock that has left motorists and commuters stranded for hours and, in some cases, days. The directive was disclosed on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, by … Read more
Singer Davido’s logistics manager, Isreal DMW, has appeared to take a swipe at the Edo State Government after sharing videos showing the condition of some roads in Benin City, the State capital. Isreal posted the videos on Instagram on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, drawing attention to sections of the city where road surfaces appeared badly … Read more
An international law enforcement operation targeting West African organised crime networks, including the Black Axe group, has resulted in the identification of 263 suspects and 58 arrests across 22 countries. The eight-month operation, coordinated by the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL), was conducted between November 2025 and June 2026 under the codename Operation Jackal IV. … Read more
ENTERTAINMENT August 24, 2026 / 4 min read. By Atinuke Otedola and her Editorial Team. Veteran Actor Taiwo Hassan aka Ogogo Dies At 66 After Cancer Battle NIGERIA Veteran Nigerian actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 following a battle with stage-four cancer. The actor’s death was reported … Read more
NEWS August 23, 2026 / 3 min read. By Atinuke Otedola and her Editorial Team. Gov Bassey Otu Pledges Support For Traders Affected By SPAR Fire In Calabar NIGERIA — CROSS RIVER STATE Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has assured traders, businesses and other individuals affected by the fire that engulfed part of the … Read more
ENTERTAINMENT August 23, 2026 / 3 min read. By Atinuke Otedola and her Editorial Team. Ogogo’s Daughter Kira Alleges People Are Trying To Profit From Actor’s Cancer Battle Kira Taiwo, daughter of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has raised concerns over alleged attempts by some individuals to profit from her father’s … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rewarded the overall best graduating students of Lagos State University with ₦20 million each, in recognition of their outstanding academic performances. The Governor announced the financial rewards on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, during the combined 29th and 30th convocation ceremonies of Lagos State University, Ojo. The two beneficiaries are … Read more
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered an immediate crackdown on the conversion of designated green areas, parks and gardens in Abuja into car dealership lots and other unauthorised commercial facilities. The directive is part of renewed efforts by the Federal Capital Territory Administration to enforce the Abuja Master Plan, protect public … Read more
The Federal Government has said the removal of fuel subsidy and reforms in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market generated an estimated ₦15.8 trillion in additional resources for the federation between June 2023 and December 2025. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, disclosed the figure on Wednesday while presenting the Government’s … Read more
Lagos State Government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents and visitors participate in the annual Isese Day celebration, with more than three million people expected to take part in activities promoting Yoruba culture, spirituality and indigenous heritage. Lagos State is set to witness a major celebration of Yoruba cultural … Read more