Beyond enforcement, a new philosophy of professionalism, technology, accountability and service is taking shape In the restless metropolis of Lagos, where millions of journeys converge daily across an intricate network of highways, bridges, arterial roads and inner-city corridors, traffic management is no ordinary administrative assignment. It is a complex public-service responsibility situated at the intersection of mobility, economic productivity, public safety and human life. It is within this demanding theatre that Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, General Manager of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), has begun to leave an imprint that transcends the conventional boundaries of traffic…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
https://youtu.be/3gSGFZFgpUE?si=mXM8w_qJuiI4so-9 By Ouwatoyin Mathnuel It was a celebration of a life well spent for Pa Benson Asane Odogu , a retired military personnel, member of Winners Chapel Elder Ministry and a humanitarian. Elder Benson Odogun journey to eternal commenced with service of songs where countless testimonies of his good will was reeled out . Rev. Dr. John Kome, a famous political stalwart under People Democratic Party ( PDP) of Lagos state is a son- In-law of Pa Benson Asane Odogu. The Lagos PDP House of Representatives aspirant was very delighted having late…
By Ouwatoyin Mathnuel When most people think of a milestone birthday, they envision popping champagne and throwing lavish parties. Adebisi Kuforiji—author, former corporate director, and survivor—sees it differently. Instead of receiving, she spends every birthday giving. Marking her 62nd year with #Project62, Adebisi continues her life mission to uplift vulnerable single mothers, widows by turning milestone years into direct social impact. Adebisi’s drive to serve took root during the 14 years she spent living with her grandmother in Abeokuta. Watching her grandmother run a business at the famous Itoku market and generously set up her…
The Delta State Police Command on 25th August 2026 received participants of the Advanced Defence Intelligence Officers Course (ADIOC) 16/2026 of the Defence Intelligence College, Karu-Abuja, on a Nigeria Study Tour (NST). The 20 participants and senior staff of the College were led by the Commandant, Commodore U.N. Bugaje, and received by the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi John Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, alongside members of the Command Management Team. CP Yemi Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, in his presentation on the course theme, “Strengthening National Resilience Through Integrated, Multi-Agency Coordination and Regional Security Cooperation,” stressed…
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, has convened a stakeholders’ meeting ahead of the enforcement of the Liquor (Licensing) Law of Delta State, pursuant to the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, for Commands across the country to enforce applicable laws regulating the sale and consumption of liquor. The meeting was convened to sensitise relevant stakeholders, clarify the purpose of the exercise and promote compliance ahead of enforcement in the State. The CP explained that the exercise is not intended to frustrate legitimate…
Popular Nigerian Prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has always warned the government about insecurity, but it appears they have turned a deaf ear towards the prophetic warning. The more he warns, the more it happens because they have decided to ignore the warnings; there are still prophets who speak, but a large number of recipients don’t listen, yet they turn around to attack the messenger. A few hours ago, news reports have it that some members of the NYSC were kidnapped on their way from camp, and till now, their whereabouts are yet to be ascertained. According to…
In a significant move towards transforming Nigeria’s agricultural landscape and expanding opportunities within the nation’s agribusiness value chain, the Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, paid a strategic visit to the Niger Foods Breeding and Feedlot Center to explore a landmark agricultural partnership. The high-level engagement between Adron Group and the Niger Foods Breeding and Feedlot Center focused on unlocking vast opportunities in the livestock industry and exploring the establishment of specialised Adron Farm Estates across Niger State, with the Center positioned to play a strategic facilitation role in the proposed collaboration. Adron Homes…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, is in the news again after his prophecies on some major developments in the world came to pass. He has always recorded prophecy fulfilment every other day, and the recent fulfilments are additions to his over 20,000 fulfilled prophecies on record. This time, the political developments in Tanzania have fulfilled his prophecies with the vice president of the country resigning. Tanzania’s vice president resigned Tuesday, saying he wanted to respect the president’s wishes, weeks after a newspaper was suspended for reporting deep divisions within the…
The news of the passing of Dotun Oladipo hit me this morning with a profound sense of loss. Nigeria has lost a distinguished journalist, media entrepreneur, and advocate of ethical journalism. But beyond the public tributes and professional accolades, I have lost a friend, ally, confidant, and brother. My relationship with Dotun dates back to the late 1990s when we were colleagues at The Punch newspapers. Even then, he stood out as a journalist of uncommon conviction – calm, principled, and deeply committed to the ideals of responsible journalism. We shared similar beliefs about the…
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to host the next edition of its Quarterly Business Forum on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Kano, bringing together business owners, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and key stakeholders to explore opportunities for business growth and sustainability across Northern Nigeria. The Kano edition builds on the success of the Bank’s previous Quarterly Business Forum held in Port Harcourt, which provided business owners and entrepreneurs with practical insights, valuable industry connections, and opportunities for sustainable business growth. Themed “Positioning Northern Businesses for Growth,” the forum will spotlight the opportunities and trends…