The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Anambra State Command has assured the Federal Road Safety Corps,FRSC of its support in road safety management across the state. The Anambra State NSCDC Commandant, Maku Olatunde stated this on Tuesday 20th of August, 2024 when he received a familiarization visit from the Anambra State FRSC, Sector Commander, Joyce Alexander at the state Command Headquarters Awka. Comdt. Maku assured the FRSC of the NSCDC’s continued support, stating ” we will not relent in offering assistance to the FRSC in its efforts to restore sanity on the roads. I appreciate your visit ,…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
In a game-changing move for public safety, the Lagos State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has initiated a groundbreaking partnership with the State Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The high-level meeting, held on 20th August 2024, signals a new era of cooperation that promises to enhance security and save lives across Lagos State. The Sector Commander was warmly received by the NDLEA Commander. What followed was a dynamic exchange of ideas aimed at strengthening the bond between two of Nigeria’s most vital enforcement agencies. The meeting was far more than a formal…
How I wish you could read this from me again. Alas some other people would? Hmmm! How I will miss our lengthy conversation and discussions about our shared vision and passion for a truly Pace Setting Oyo State indeed, the reason we both journeyed so far in the murky waters of politics. You’ve done your bits, leaving the rest of us with the struggle, I wonder if it worths all the stress after all? Of course whoever has the benefit of scrolling through our chats may have the opportunity to read our minds exchanged in words, if you had the…
The Distinguished Senator representing Oyo Central Senatorial District Senator Yunus Akintunde has described the passage of Chief Isaac Omodewu’s death as shocking and devastating. In a release made available to the Media by Kunle Olatunji the Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Senator Yunus Akintunde early this morning on being informed about the death of the Oyo State Chairman of APC, he described the late Chief Omodewu as a complete gentleman who contributed immensely to the progressive political family and whose good nature and impact will be sorely missed. “I worked closely with Chief Isaac Omodewu as a colleague…
The Oyo State Government has commenced the payment of compensation to owners of the affected properties along the Ajia Inukan LCDA, Ona Ara Local Government, corridor in the State. The Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo revealed this on Monday, in a meeting with the claimants. Akin-Funmilayo recalled that the government recently acquired an expanse of land for developmental projects of construction of Air Force Base, General Hospital and ICT centre said the projects sited at Ajia in Ona Ara Local Government area. In this connection, the Oyo State government has earmarked the sum of Five…
Despite the challenging environment following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s intervention in January 2024, which led to heightened customer concerns, Union Bank of Nigeria has reported a profit before tax of N79.8 billion on gross earnings of N333 billion during the half year ended June 30, 2024 compared with a profit before tax of N66.5 billion on gross earnings of N210.5 billion during the corresponding period of 2023, representing a growth of 20 percent in profit before tax and 58 percent in gross earnings. The Bank said in a statement that,”This accomplishment demonstrates the bank’s resilience and commitment to delivering…
The management of Daar Communications has sacked its chairman’s wife, Mrs. Tosin Dokpesi, the MD, Tony Akiotu, and nine other directors. It was gathered that Daar Communications Plc, owners of Africa Independent Television (AIT) and RayPower, has asked directors who have spent 10 years and above in executive positions to go on retirement. A source close to the company said that the retirement will take effect in November. Among those affected are Tony Akiotu, Tosin Dokpesi, Ambrose Somide, Paulyn Ugbodaga and Tony Uyah. About 11 directors that have spent 10 years and above have been asked to go on retirement.…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has successfully apprehended a trailer driver involved in a hit-and-run incident earlier today at Anthony Oke, heading towards Oshodi. The driver, operating a trailer owned by Honeywell Flour Mill Plc (registration number JJJ 764 XV), was apprehended after hitting a pedestrian who was attempting to cross the expressway near the Total Filling Station at Anthony Oke, inward Oshodi. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, sparked significant concern among witnesses and commuters. The pedestrian, who sustained a serious injury, including a broken left leg, was promptly attended to by…
South Sudan, under the leadership of President Salva Kiir had announced plans to conduct its first presidential election since independence in 2023. Stakeholders in the country agreed in December 2024 to conduct the election to transition into a democratic nation but it appears none of that would be happening. Currently, Salva Kiir and stakeholders in the country are holding talks on reaching a final decision regarding the presidential election but at the moment, there has been nothing significant showing preparation for an election slated to happen in the next four months. A top envoy of the United Nations, Nicholas Haysom…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a warning to motorists who are queuing for fuel at various filling stations, leading to severe traffic congestion for other road users. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, gave this warning today as he deployed additional officers to monitor traffic around fuel stations across the State. Mr. Bakare-Oki explained that this increased deployment is necessary due to reports of long queues at filling stations caused by motorists who park indiscriminately, blocking roads as they wait to purchase fuel. He expressed dissatisfaction with the chaotic behavior of some drivers, who…