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Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing Felicitates Olofin of Ilisan Remo On 86th BirthdayThe Borokinni of Ilishan Remo, Sir Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Olofin of Ilisan Remo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Barr. Michael Olufemi Mojeed Sonuga Daniyan II, as the revered monarch celebrates his 86th birthday anniversary. In a statement released to commemorate the... Continue
Governor Lawal Hails Troops for Successful Fight Against Banditry, Terrorism Across ZamfaraGovernor Dauda Lawal has commended the troops of the Joint Task Force (North West) Operation Fansan Yamma for achieving significant operational successes against bandits in Zamfara State. The troops of the Joint Task Force launched an elaborate and coordinated onslaught in the early hours of Thursday, May 7, 2026,... Continue
Hon. Bolanle Orija Aspiration Gains Momentum with Major Stakeholders’ EndorsementIn a strong demonstration of unity, inclusiveness and grassroots solidarity, prominent leaders and stakeholders across Oshodi/Isolo Constituency 1 have openly declared their support and endorsement for Hon. Orija Bolanle Joseph (OBJ) ahead of the forthcoming 2027 Lagos State House of Assembly elections. The endorsement was led by respected personalities... Continue
Surulere APC Crisis Deepens as Stakeholders Reject Alleged Imposition, Say ‘Power Arrogance’ Must EndMICHAEL AKINOLA A fresh crisis is brewing within the Surulere chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following allegations that influential party leaders are attempting to impose a preferred aspirant ahead of the Lagos State House of Assembly primaries. The controversy has heightened tension within the party, with aggrieved... Continue
Court Slams FBN Quest Trustees’ Suit As Abuse of Process, Orders SAN To Pay N2m In Arbitration DisputeThe Federal High Court in Lagos dismissed a suit filed by FBN Quest Trustees Limited and a court-appointed receiver, describing the action as “vexatious,” “frivolous,” and a “gross abuse of court process.” In his judgement, Justice Akintayo Aluko not only struck out the suit but also ordered the plaintiffs... Continue
Entertainment
Lagos came alive on May 3 as Heineken delivered a bold, high-energy showcase at “A Day With Thibaut,” the inaugural event of the Heineken House Experience. Hosted at the... Continue
BY HOPE EGHAGHA My focus in today’s essay is the menace of fake news, both to individuals and society at large. It is tragic that apart from individuals planting... Continue
Guinness Nigeria Plc has stepped onto Africa’s biggest creative stage with a first-of-its-kind multi-brand sponsorship of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), bringing Guinness, Malta Guinness, Orijin, and... Continue
In a landmark diplomatic and creative engagement aimed at strengthening cultural ties between Nigeria and India, the Actors Guild of Nigeria has initiated a strategic partnership discussion with the... Continue
The Immaculate Conception College Benin Old Boys Association (ICCOBA) has officially announced its Annual Convention 2026, scheduled to hold from November 12 to 15, 2026, at the Airforce officers... Continue
The conversation about what happens to an actor’s face when they are not on set has moved from a distant debate to a very real concern. Actors around the... Continue
Education
The Bunmi Adedayo Foundation (BAF), a Nigerian non-profit organisation focused on public education reform, on May 6 marked its 10th anniversary with a landmark Education Futures Conference held at... Continue
OWUPELE BENEBO The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to quality education and human capital development. Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, reaffirmed this at the 44th Convocation... Continue
The Immaculate Conception College Benin Old Boys Association (ICCOBA) has officially announced its Annual Convention 2026, scheduled to hold from November 12 to 15, 2026, at the Airforce officers... Continue
The TYO 2026 National Competition concluded with an impressive showcase of oratory, critical thinking, and a compelling demonstration of the skills developed by participants during a four-day intensive boot... Continue
The quiet community of Mpape, Abuja, witnessed an extraordinary moment of hope, transformation, and renewed possibility as the National Association of Seadogs (NAS) Worldwide, Galleon Bay Deck, officially commissioned... Continue
CHRISTIAN ABURIME The Executive Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has appointed Professor Victor Ifeanyi Obiora Ndirika, a renowned Agricultural Engineer and eminent scholar, as the... Continue
Editorials
Crime
KINGSLEY EBERE A 59-year old man, Lukman Adisa Adeniyi, has landed in trouble in Lagos State for allegedly standing as a surety for a suspected criminal and he ran... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A 26-year old man, Okonkwo Chinonso, has been arraigned before a Lagos Magistrate Court for allegedly obtaining money under false pretence, issuing a dud cheque, and selling... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE A 32-year old man, Mike Okpo, has been arrested and arraigned before a Lagos Magistrate Court over allegations of diversion of AGO products valued at N43,721,250 belonging... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A man, Godfrey Osagie, has been arraigned before a Lagos Magistrate Court over allegations of conspiracy, fraud, stealing, and forgery involving N32 million in a fake travel... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE A 38-year-old woman, Mrs. Olaniyan Titilayo Stella, has been arraigned before an Ogba Magistrate Court in Lagos over allegations of UK visa scam involving N24.2m. P.M.EXPRESS reports... Continue
Politics
In a strong demonstration of unity, inclusiveness and grassroots solidarity, prominent leaders and stakeholders across Oshodi/Isolo Constituency 1 have openly declared their support and endorsement for Hon. Orija Bolanle... Continue
Yesterday in Abuja, Hon. Chris Kohol, a frontline aspirant for the Buruku Federal Constituency House of Representatives seat in the 2027 general elections, was successfully screened by the All... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A fresh crisis is brewing within the Surulere chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following allegations that influential party leaders are attempting to impose a preferred... Continue
The Renewed Hope Network Group (TRN) Lagos State has endorsed the candidature of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office and Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat as... Continue
The All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, has listed documents required by all aspirants for the 2026 Primary Elections. APGA National Publicity Secretary, Mazi Ejimofor Opara, PhD, ANIPR stated, “This... Continue
The All Progressives Grand Alliance has notified all APGA aspirants from Anambra State seeking nomination for National and State Assembly positions in the 2026 Primary Elections that the Screening... Continue
Business
The Borokinni of Ilishan Remo, Sir Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Olofin of Ilisan Remo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Barr. Michael Olufemi... Continue
NIVEA has formally concluded its ₦3 billion National Consumer Promotion, marking the end of a 12-week nationwide campaign that has delivered cash rewards, vehicles, travel experiences, and millions of... Continue
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO), has officially launched the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Implementation Guide for Micro, Small and... Continue
Polaris Bank, Nigeria’s leading digital retail and commercial bank, has been honoured with the Private Sector Champion Award at the 2026 Jobberman Partners’ Convening held at Eko Hotels, Victoria... Continue
The Managing Director/CEO of Guinness Nigeria Plc, Girish Sharma, has attributed the company’s strong start in 2026 to a blend of operational efficiency, localised decision-making, and expanded market reach... Continue
Organized Businesses in Enugu State, led by the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) South-East Geographical Zone, paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, Executive Governor of Enugu... Continue
Feature
Health
OLALEKAN ONI The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), on Friday hosted the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) Community Engagement and Stakeholders’ Meeting... Continue
The Executive Chairman of Ojodu Local Council Development Area, Lagos State, Hon. Segun Odunmbaku, has expressed commitment to implementing an initiative by the Lagos State government to reposition Primary... Continue
VIYA Health Nigeria, in partnership with Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Government of Nigeria in expanding access to high-quality family planning solutions. This follows... Continue
As the global community commemorates World Malaria Day 2026, under the theme “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must,” Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited is calling for... Continue
Ojodu LCDA has advanced its community healthcare drive, with 50 residents benefiting from its ongoing free breast screening exercise at the Ogba Primary Health Centre (PHC). The initiative is... Continue
Maternal Mortality is defined by the World Health Organization as “the death of the woman while pregnant or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy, irrespective of the duration... Continue
Interview
Metro
SlumPact Initiative, a newly established non-governmental organisation, has officially launched in Nigeria with a strong commitment to transforming underserved and informal urban communities across the country. The organisation enters... Continue
The IBWU (It Begins With U) Foundation, a Canada-based registered Charity and Not for Profit also operating as a Nigerian based non-governmental organization, has officially partnered with the Kemi... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA Serious allegations of extortion and abuse of power have emerged against officers at the Ogombo Police Division, with multiple reports claiming that accident victims are being financially... Continue
Residents of Ojodu LCDA have shown strong commitment to environmental cleanliness by actively participating in the monthly Environmental Sanitation Programme, in line with directives from the Lagos State Government... Continue
OLALEKAN ONI The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), today led a high-powered team of political office holders and council staff in the... Continue
The President General of notable Niger Delta socio-cultural group, the Orashi National Congress, ONC, Amb Comrade Emeni Ibe (JP AP), has highly commended the Executive Chairman of ONELGA, Sir... Continue
Opinions
Pictures
EBERE UZOUKWA, PhD The recent resurgence of the Labour Party reflects deliberate leadership, strategic clarity and timely intervention, with Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, at the centre of this... Continue
ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI A delegation of Franco-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) on Thursday, 6 November 2025 paid a courtesy visit on the Governor of Lagos State,... Continue
ABIODUN ADIGUN “Unlike the masses, intellectuals have a taste for rationality and interest in facts. Their critical habit of mind makes them resistant to the kind of propaganda that ... Continue
PHOTOS BY ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI The Queen of Ooni of Ife, Her Regal Majesty, Olori Ambassador Dr. Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi was a guest of the Ambassador of the... Continue
PHOTOS BY ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI The 2024 World Table Tennis Contender Lagos is currently ongoing at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Indoor Sports Hall of Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria.... Continue
ODEYEMI OLUWAROTIMI OLADIJI FC Barcelona Femini forward, Nigerian soccer star, Assist Oshoala was at the private home of the Nigerian First Family in Lagos where she was received by... Continue
Sports
A retired Nigerian footballer and UEFA B Licensed Coach, Obiora Aniche, has called for urgent investment in sports facilities across the country, warning that the lack of standard training... Continue
The Showtime Bowl Series XIV delivered another explosive round of action, but despite the heavy scorelines and shifting battles in the middle of the table, the top four teams... Continue
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE Nigeria’s U20 girls, Falconets, have officially punched their ticket to the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, after surviving a difficult afternoon in Lilongwe... Continue
AFORLABI SAHHED OLAWALE On Friday, 12 June, at 13:30 local time, Canada will take centre stage as it hosts its opening ceremony for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, welcoming... Continue
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE In the quest to achieve the Nigeria Basketball Federation’s (NBBF) long-term vision of building a world-class basketball structure and teams capable of competing at the highest... Continue
AFOLABI SAHEED OLAWALE The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed the recommendation of the Federation’s Technical and Development Committee for the appointments of Abdu Maikaba and... Continue
World
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim on Monday April 20, 2026 formally presented his Letter of Credence to the United Nations in New York , United States of America. UN Secretary General... Continue
MUDASHIRU TAWAKALITU OLUWATOYIN Donor countries have pledged an initial $3.9 billion to the Global Environment Facility (GEF) for its ninth replenishment cycle, in a powerful demonstration of commitment to... Continue
A SPEECH BY HIS MAJESTY THE KING CHARLES lll AT THE STATE BANQUET IN HONOUR OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA AND FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU,... Continue
BY SOLA ENIKANOLAIYE Introduction Over time, it has been observed that diplomatic terms and practices are largely misused and misunderstood in Nigeria. There are publications in the media and... Continue
MARK CARNEY “It’s a pleasure – and a duty – to be with you at this turning point for Canada and for the world. Today, I’ll talk about the... Continue
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has outlined the country’s job-creation strategy, emphasising that sustainable employment growth is being driven by far-reaching macroeconomic reforms under the Tinubu... Continue
Latest News
The Borokinni of Ilishan Remo, Sir Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, has extended warm birthday... Continue
Governor Dauda Lawal has commended the troops of the Joint Task Force (North West)... Continue
In a strong demonstration of unity, inclusiveness and grassroots solidarity, prominent leaders and stakeholders... Continue
Yesterday in Abuja, Hon. Chris Kohol, a frontline aspirant for the Buruku Federal Constituency... Continue
BISI AKANDE It is with profound deep sense of historical responsibility that I have... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A fresh crisis is brewing within the Surulere chapter of the All... Continue
A retired Nigerian footballer and UEFA B Licensed Coach, Obiora Aniche, has called for... Continue
OLALEKAN ONI The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD),... Continue
The Federal High Court in Lagos dismissed a suit filed by FBN Quest Trustees... Continue
A total of Nine-Hundred and Forty-Five pilgrims (945) from Oyo state have successfully completed... Continue
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