Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Tributes have continued to pour in for renowned entrepreneur and construction magnate, Otunba Muraina Olatunji Banjoko (MOB), as he marks his 65th birthday, with the Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, leading the celebration with glowing commendation for the accomplished business leader and philanthropist. In his goodwill message, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking described the Chairman and CEO of Threeco Construction Company Limited as an icon of excellence whose remarkable contributions to business, community development, and humanity have earned him widespread admiration and enduring respect. He noted that Otunba Banjoko has distinguished himself as an accomplished entrepreneur, visionary leader, and compassionate…

LAWMA The Lagos State Waste Management Authority has assured residents that the growing waste backlog across the state will soon be cleared, following new measures aimed at improving waste disposal operations. LAWMA Managing Director, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, gave the assurance during the commissioning of the rehabilitated Road E and newly constructed disposal platforms at the Olusosun Disposal Facility in the Ojota area of Lagos on Tuesday. Gbadegesin said the project was a strategic intervention designed to remove operational challenges, improve access within the facility and boost the efficiency of waste evacuation across the state. According to him, the additional space…

* REA will provide geospatial data on existing and planned electrification projects, while the NCC will share information on broadband deployments.  Nigeria is seeking to lower the cost of expanding digital infrastructure by linking renewable energy projects with telecommunications networks under a new partnership between the Nigerian Communications Commission and the Rural Electrification Agency. The two agencies signed a memorandum of understanding on 24 July to coordinate the deployment of energy and telecom infrastructure, with a focus on using renewable power solutions to support connectivity expansion in underserved communities. The Director of Public Affairs at the NCC, Mrs Nnenna Ukoha,…

Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has unveiled the official tracklist for his forthcoming sixth studio album, Oriadé, ahead of its July 31 release. The ‘OBO’, as the singer is fondly called by his teeming fans and industry peers, shared the announcement in a post on his X account, @davido, on Tuesday. He wrote: “ORIADÉ The kingdom expands. Featuring musical royalty from top to bottom. Full album out this Friday! CD pre-orders available now. Which track are you most excited to hear first?” The tracklist includes “On The Road”, “Amazing Grace” featuring Black Sherif, “Julie”, “Constantly” and “I…

Permanent Secretaries, Office of Urban Development, Engr. Adetunji Adeyemi; Primary Healthcare Board, Dr. Ibrahim Mustafa; Special Adviser to the Governor on Economic Planning and Budget, Mr Lekan Balogun; Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, Mrs. Olayinka Ojo; her counterparts in Lands Bureau and, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Kamar Olowoshago and Engr. (Mrs) Ibilola Kasunmu, respectively, during a Stakeholders Parley on the Implementation of Lagos State Development Plan (LSDP 2052) Initiatives with Accounting Officers of MDAs, at the Protea Hotel, Ikeja, on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Lagos Government Presents Digital Tracking System to Fast-track Projects. The…

Super Falcons quest for a record-extending 11th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title suffered a major setback on Tuesday as tournament debutants Malawi stunned the defending champions 3-2 in their Group C opener. The Scorchers produced a spirited display to hand the record 10-time African champions a losing start to the defence of their continental crown. With a closely contested opening half, Malawi broke the deadlock in the 73rd minute through Temwa Chawinga before captain Tabitha Chawinga doubled the advantage six minutes later to leave the Super Falcons with a mountain to climb. Nigeria pulled one back in stoppage time…

The National Sports Commission and the Nigeria Football Federation on Tuesday formally presented the Federal Government’s promised rewards to members of the Super Falcons for winning the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The presentation took place in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of Nigeria’s opening match at the 2026 WAFCON, where the defending champions begin their title defence against Malawi on Tuesday. The NFF disclosed the development in a post on its official X handle. “NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko and NFF GS Mohammed Sanusi on Tuesday presented the 2025 WAFCON triumph rewards promised by the FGN to the Super Falcons,” the…

… member associations would receive $20 million each for the 2027-2030 cycle. FIFA has proposed a new funding package that could provide up to $20 million to each of its 211 member associations, including the Nigeria Football Federation, as part of plans to increase investment in global football development. The proposal, announced by FIFA on Tuesday, includes an optional one-off $20 million funding through the proposed FIFA Fast Forward Programme (FFFP) for special projects, as well as increased regular development allocations under the FIFA Forward programme. Under the plan, member associations would receive $20 million each for the 2027-2030 cycle,…

Oyo takes delivery of aircraft. Photo: Ademola  The Oyo State Government has taken delivery of the two long-awaited security surveillance aircraft. The two aircraft, which arrived at the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan, on Tuesday, are expected to support aerial surveillance, intelligence collection and rapid security response across Oyo State and adjoining areas. In a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, in Ibadan, the state capital, on Tuesday, said, “The arrival of the aircraft marks another step in the state’s efforts to strengthen security operations through improved intelligence gathering and aerial surveillance. “Governor Seyi…

Super Falcons Elegbede Abiodun … with 16 teams competing across four groups. Super Falcons prepare to begin their quest for an 11th continental title, as the take on Malawi on Tuesday in the ongoing WAFCON hosted by Morocco. All the matches of the tournament air live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv. The tournament opened on Sunday with Algeria claiming a 2-0 victory over Senegal before hosts Morocco thrilled their home fans with a commanding 4-0 win over Kenya to top Group A after the opening round of matches. Monday’s Group B action delivered mixed fortunes, with Tanzania stunning the…