By Cynthia Alo Lagos State Government is planning to establish between 50 and 100 small food-processing plants around its proposed food systems and logistics hub as part of efforts to promote local processing, add value to agricultural produce and strengthen the state’s food supply chain.Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this at the Executive Business Breakfast organised…
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Lawyers in Osun State have raised the alarm over the deteriorating condition of court buildings across the state, urging Governor Ademola Adeleke to urgently intervene to prevent further decline in the administration of justice. The lawyers, under the aegis of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), representing the five branches in Osogbo,…
…PDP candidate’s supporters pledge grassroots mobilisation for ‘Ogun for Ogun’ agenda By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Indigenes of Ogun State have reaffirmed their support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Oladipupo Adebutu, and his running mate, Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, pledging grassroots mobilisation for their ambition ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The pledge was made…
By Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Abia South in the 2027 general election, Prince Paul Ikonne, has pledged to attract federal projects and employment opportunities to the zone if elected. Ikonne made the pledge while addressing members of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO) at Christ the King Cathedral,…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian talked about his possible assassination on Tuesday, amid growing apprehension about fresh strikes by the United States military. The head of government’s remarks followed the limited US strikes in the Strait of Hormuz and Qeshm Island on Monday after Iranian forces reportedly fired at a US aircraft. Pezeshkian stressed that a…
The European Commission is intensifying efforts to strengthen preparedness across the EU, citing the “increasingly frequent and complex crises” in Europe. Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib, unveiled new guidelines on Tuesday to help countries, people, and neighbourhoods prepare for emergencies. “Every European should know what to do, how to protect their family,…
•Demand deposits climb 71% •Analysts highlight cash dependence, financial inclusion challenges By Peter Egwuatu Currency held outside the banking system by Nigerians rose by 103.8 per cent to N4.923 trillion in September 2026 from N2.416 trillion in September 2023, highlighting the persistent demand for physical cash despite the expansion of electronic payment channels in the country….
By Ebunoluwa Sessou As Nigeria prepares for another general election in 2027, the question of women’s participation in politics and access to elective offices remains a subject for debate. Read Also: Elections: INEC struggles to get 14m PVCs to voters Adeola Azeez, a daughter of the late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo and one of…
•Declares no vacancy in Aso Rock, Plateau Govt House •Says no rainbow coalition, Plateau going APC By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has said President Bola Tinubu inherited an economy that was tottering on the brink of collapse from the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023. Read Also: Elections:…
By Ike Uchechukwu CALABAR — Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Cross River residents that the proposed Bakassi Deep Seaport and Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will be delivered, urging them to re-elect President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu in 2027. Shettima gave the assurance yesterday while representing Tinubu at the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential…
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