Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Manny Ita – A Nigerian court has ordered the immediate release of Sheikh Sani Zaria, ruling that his restriction by security agencies was unlawful and a violation of his fundamental rights. In its judgment, the court also awarded ₦6 million in damages against the involved security agencies, citing wrongful detention and infringement on personal liberty. The ruling emphasized that no individual should be held without due process under the law, reinforcing constitutional protections. Legal representatives for Sheikh Sani Zaria welcomed the decision, describing it as a victory for justice and the rule of law. They noted that the judgment sends…

Elegbede Abiodun Lagos state government earlier announced in March the resumption of the exercise, nearly a decade after it was suspended. The Lagos Waste Management Authority has called on residents to fully comply with the state’s monthly environmental sanitation exercise, scheduled to resume on Saturday, April 25, 2026. In a statement issued via its official X handle on Monday, the agency said the exercise will hold from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. across Lagos State. LAWMA reminded residents that the two-hour window is dedicated to cleaning surroundings and ensuring proper waste disposal across the state. “Monthly sanitation exercise commences on…

Manny Ita – Tension and public outrage have intensified across Nigeria following reports that the insurgent group Boko Haram has issued a 72-hour ultimatum demanding a ransom of ₦5 billion for the release of more than 400 women and children abducted in Borno State. According to local sources and security analysts, the victims were taken during coordinated attacks on vulnerable communities in northern Borno, an area that has long faced repeated assaults from insurgent groups. The scale of the abduction has raised fresh concerns about the safety of rural populations and the effectiveness of ongoing counterinsurgency operations. Families of the…

Elegbede Abiodun The Corporate Affairs Commission has rolled out a major security upgrade to its Integrated Company Registration Portal (iCRP), requiring all users to reset their passwords and activate Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) before gaining access. According to the commission on its X handle on Monday, the update is part of efforts to strengthen data protection and reduce unauthorized access following recent system maintenance. Under the new process, users must first visit the official portal at https://icrp.cac.gov.ng/ and initiate a password reset by clicking the “Forgot Password” option. A reset link is then sent to the registered email address, allowing users…

Elegbede Abiodun Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous national bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has successfully met and surpassed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation requirements, reaffirming its status as a National bank. This achievement represents a critical milestone in the Bank’s growth journey, reflecting its ability to meet regulatory expectations and its deliberate strategy to scale sustainably, strengthen its balance sheet, and reinforce its position within Nigeria’s banking sector. The milestone follows the Bank’s successful completion of a ₦150 billion Rights Issue and an additional ₦50 billion special placement in 2025, bringing its Total…

Manny Ita – Public primary and secondary schools across the Federal Capital Territory have been shut down following the commencement of an indefinite strike by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) on Monday. The union directed its members to withdraw their services over unresolved issues with the FCT Administration, including the non-implementation of agreed welfare packages, unpaid entitlements, and delays in salary-related adjustments. According to NUT officials, repeated negotiations with authorities failed to yield concrete results, prompting the decision to embark on strike action. The shutdown has left thousands of students stranded at home, raising concerns among parents and education…

Manny Ita – The Lagos State Government has officially reinstated the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, set to commence on Saturday, April 25, across Lagos. According to the announcement, the exercise will take place on the last Saturday of every month between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM. Unlike previous years, residents and commuters will not face any movement restrictions during the sanitation period. Authorities say the initiative is part of renewed efforts to promote cleaner surroundings, improve public health, and encourage collective responsibility in maintaining the city’s environment. Residents are expected to actively participate by cleaning their homes, surroundings, and drainage…

Manny Ita – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new Police Academy campus in Erinja, Ogun State, as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and improve the quality of policing nationwide. The project, backed by an initial take-off grant of ₦15 billion, is aimed at expanding training capacity for police personnel while modernizing law enforcement education in line with global standards. The new campus is expected to complement existing institutions by providing advanced facilities, improved curriculum delivery, and increased enrollment opportunities for recruits. According to government sources, the initiative reflects a broader commitment to…

Elegbede Abiodun “Welcome to our latest single remix album titled Lokachi (Time), sung by Mr DapBoy, a Katsina State-born artist, for the love of HE PO…” ~ Tanko Followers of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have unveiled a new campaign song ahead of the 2027 general elections. This news platform understands that the Hausa-language Afro track titled “Lokaci,” meaning “this is the time,” was performed by Katsina-born artist, Mr DapBoy. It was introduced by the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr Yunusa Tanko, who also produced it under the alias DJ Funky G (80ties). Tanko disclosed…

The management of Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant (DCPI), has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships with host communities and key stakeholders as part of efforts to promote sustainable development and shared prosperity across Yewa-Awori land and beyond. The Plant Director, Ayyagari Subbaraidu, made this known on Friday, April 17, 2026 while receiving a delegation of the League of Yewa-Awori Media Practitioners (LOYAMP), led by its National President, Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, during a courtesy visit to the cement plant located in Ibese, Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State. Mr. Subbaraidu acknowledged the crucial role of the media in…