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A timeless Yoruba hymn awakens childhood memories in the heart of Lagos — by Kayode Ajulo
In the resplendent glow of Lagos’s bustling heart, where the azure waters of the lagoon whisper secrets to the shores of Marina, I found myself enveloped in the warm embrace of celebration. It was a dinner party of singular distinction, marking the golden jubilee of the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria—a venerable institution of which I am a proud…
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Super Eagles’ coach Chelle eyes Real Madrid job
Super Eagles head coach Eric Sékou Chelle has openly declared his ambition to become the first African to manage Spanish giants Real Madrid. The Nigerian national team handler made the bold revelation while speaking about his long-term career goals, stressing that he harbours a strong desire to reach the very top of European club football. “My dream is to become…
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Kayode Fayemi at 61: The quiet architecture of leadership – by Kunle Olarewaju
In a political culture that often celebrates dominance over depth, Dr. John Kayode Fayemi has built his public life around a different proposition: that leadership is not an event, but an architecture. At 61, his journey through activism, governance and international diplomacy reveals a leader more concerned with foundations than fireworks, more invested in people than in personal power. Fayemi’s…
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NEC strengthens federalism, drives inclusive growth — Bagudu
The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has said that the National Economic Council (NEC) plays a crucial role in strengthening federalism and driving inclusive growth in Nigeria. He stated this on Thursday, as President Bola Tinubu officially opened the NEC Conference in Abuja, a platform for reflecting on the country’s economic progress. In his welcome address,…
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Adedibu family protest exclusion of late politician from Oyo State honours list
The family of the Late High Chief Alhaji Lamidi Akanji Ariyibi Adedibu has raised concerns over his omission from the list of awardees recommended to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde. In a letter to Hon. Saheed Fijabi, Chairman of the Committee on Award Ceremonies on Important Personalities in Oyo State, Prof. Asiwaju Abass Aderemi Adedibu JP,…
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JUST IN: Truck kills cyclist under LASUTH Bridge in Lagos
By Adeola Ogunrinde – The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the death of a cyclist who was crushed by a DAF articulated truck beneath the LASUTH Bridge in Ikeja on Monday. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred when both the cyclist and the truck driver were approaching the roundabout beneath the bridge. The cyclist, who did not…
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JUST IN: Court affirms Senate’s authority in Natasha’s suspension, overturns fine
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed that the Senate acted within its constitutional powers in suspending the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, over alleged misconduct. In a unanimous judgment delivered by a three-member panel, the appellate court held that the senator’s suspension did not violate her parliamentary privilege or constitutional rights. However, the court set aside the…
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Police arrest man for defiling 13-year-old girl in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man, Osita James, over allegations of defiling a 13-year-old girl in Ile-Oluji. The incident reportedly occurred on February 5, 2026, at about 4:00 p.m. in Asio, Ile-Oluji, according to a report filed by one Uchena at the local police station. Following the report, police immediately rescued the…
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Tinubu vows to defeat terrorism, banditry at NEC conference
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Monday declared that Nigeria will overcome terrorism and banditry, describing the security challenges as unacceptable and contrary to the country’s values. The president spoke while declaring open the second National Economic Council (NEC) Conference at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, where he assured Nigerians of his administration’s determination to strengthen…
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Ondo police hunt man after alleged attack on wife
By Boye Oyeyemi – A man identified as Abodunde Solomon is reportedly on the run after allegedly attacking his wife with a machete over accusations of infidelity in Ondo State. The incident was said to have occurred in Supare-Akoko, Akoko North-West Local Government Area of the state. A source familiar with the incident said the man accused his wife of…
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