Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Elegbede Abiodun Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) on Wednesday intensified efforts to deepen health insurance coverage at the grassroots with a stakeholders’ engagement titled “Ilera Eko, Ilera Ibile,” held at the Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Secretariat in Ilupeju. The engagement, organised in collaboration with Conference 57, the umbrella body representing the 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State brought together government officials, traditional rulers, market leaders, healthcare stakeholders and community representatives in Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA to drive enrollment into the Lagos State Social Health Insurance Scheme, popularly known as…

Elegbede Abiodun … says FG would spare no effort to consolidate efforts to strengthen the education sector productivity. The Minister of Education, Dr Moruf Alausa, on Wednesday, called on Nigerian graduates to deploy their acquired skills and knowledge to address the myriad of challenges hindering national development. Alausa insisted that the federal government remain committed to addressing the perennial challenge of the Higher National Diploma/Degree dichotomy through several reforms, including efforts to strengthen polytechnics as degree-awarding institutions. The Minister disclosed that President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda on education remains on course and would spare no effort to consolidate efforts…

L-R: Former Governor of Ogun State/Chairman, NIJ Governing Council, Aremo Olusegun Osoba; Comptroller-General of Customs, Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi; and Provost, Nigerian institute of Journalism, Mr Gbenga Adefaye during the special Convocation for the conferment of Fellowship Award on Comptroller-General of Customs, Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale AdeAdeniyi, held at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) , in Lagos. Elegbede Abiodun Adeniyi is the first alumnus of the Institute to receive the Fellowship. The Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) has conferred its prestigious Fellowship on the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, in a ceremony…

Elegbede Abiodun Senate demands specific amount of money spent on each section of components. The Senate has set April 29, 2026 as deadline for appearance of management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, before it. According to the Senate Committee on Public Accounts chaired by Senator Aliyu Wadada, Nasarawa West after its meeting on Wednesday, the date is for the NNPCL management to account for the yet-to-be accounted for N210 trillion as contained in audit reports of 2017 to 2023. The Committee specifically declared that the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, Engineer Bayo Ojulari, should lead the…

Manny Ita  – United Nigeria Airlines has recorded another aviation setback after one of its Airbus A320-200 aircraft suffered a bird strike while operating a flight from Port Harcourt to Abuja. The incident, which occurred mid-operation, forced the aircraft to be grounded for safety inspections and necessary maintenance. Aviation authorities confirmed that the flight landed safely with no injuries reported among passengers or crew. This latest occurrence brings the total number of United Nigeria Airlines aircraft affected by bird strikes to six since January, raising concerns about increasing wildlife hazards around Nigerian airports and their impact on airline operations. Bird…

Manny Ita  – The Nigerian Army has laid to rest Oseni Braimah and several soldiers who were killed during recent insurgent attacks in Borno State, marking a solemn moment for the nation’s armed forces. The burial ceremony was attended by top military officials, government representatives, and grieving families, with tributes pouring in to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the fallen personnel. Military authorities reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining operations against insurgents in the North-East, vowing that the deaths of the officers and soldiers would not be in vain. In a related development, the Zamfara Community Protection Guards recorded a…

Manny Ita  – The Federal Government has released the 2026 Annual Flood Outlook (AFO), warning that at least 33 states across Nigeria are at risk of significant flooding as the rainy season intensifies. The report, presented by the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, highlights vulnerable states including Lagos State, Bayelsa State, Delta State, and Adamawa State, among others. It attributes the heightened risk to anticipated heavy rainfall, rising river levels, and poor drainage infrastructure in several urban and riverine communities. According to the outlook, coastal and floodplain regions are particularly exposed, with the potential for displacement of residents, damage to farmlands,…

Manny Ita  – Shares of Seplat Energy have surged past the ₦10,000 mark, making it the first stock on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) to reach this historic valuation. The milestone reflects strong investor confidence in the company’s performance, driven by solid earnings, strategic expansion in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, and favorable global energy prices. Market analysts attribute the rally to Seplat’s consistent dividend payouts, operational efficiency, and its positioning as a key indigenous player in the energy industry. The stock’s climb has also been supported by increased institutional interest, both local and foreign, as investors seek exposure to Nigeria’s…

Manny Ita  – Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced a new housing development partnership aimed at addressing the growing urban housing deficit in Rivers State. The initiative is part of the state government’s broader strategy to expand access to affordable housing, particularly for low- and middle-income residents who have been priced out of the property market due to rising costs and rapid urbanization. The partnership is expected to involve private sector developers, financial institutions, and housing agencies working collaboratively to deliver large-scale residential projects. According to the governor, the plan will not only increase the supply of housing units but also…