The Delta State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Yemi Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, on 21st August 2026, continued activities marking the Nigeria Police Force International Youth Day 2026, an initiative of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, with a walkathon in Asaba. The exercise, held under the theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” and in furtherance of the National campaign, “My Future Is Greater Than Political and Digital Thuggery,” brought together police personnel, wives of police officers, youths, children and other participants to promote responsible citizenship, peaceful youth participation and collective…
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By Kazeem Akande (NAN) Traditional rulers in Lagos State have preached religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence as they celebrate the annual Isese Day festival across the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Lagos State Government has declared Aug. 20 as ‘Isese Day’ for the celebration of traditional religions and beliefs. Oba Sulaiman Ogun-Oloko, the Oniwaya of Iwaya Land, Yaba, appealed to the youth to embrace Yoruba cultural heritage, promote unity and leave peacefully in the community. “This is the time we embrace unity, as we unite to celebrate our culture and traditions, we also need…
Former Military President Ibrahim Babangida has said a report by CBS news made him vøw to complete the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. He said in an interview with a CBS official recently that the station’s report claiming that Nigeria was a nation wasting its resources ãngered him and propelled his administration to complete the project. He said: “National pride was what pushed us to do the Third Mainland Bridge. “You had a programme, I think on one of the television stations, ‘Nigeria: A Squandering of Riches’ or something like that. I saw that programme before the takeover.…
By all indications, the dynamics of electoral politics are changing. Across democracies, voters are increasingly placing greater value on tangible achievements, accessibility, and visible leadership rather than political rhetoric, sensational headlines, or distant criticisms. In Sokoto State, this evolving political reality is becoming more evident as Governor Ahmed Aliyu’s administration continues to leave visible footprints across the state. Politics, especially in Nigeria, has often been dominated by noise. Politicians make fiery speeches, issue lengthy statements, and engage in endless media battles. Yet, history repeatedly shows that elections are not won solely in television studios, on social…
The Olofin Adimula Culture and Traditions Foundation has commended former Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, for pioneering the declaration of August 20 as a work-free day to commemorate Isese Day. The foundation also applauded the governors of Lagos, Ogun, and Oyo States for declaring Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to mark this year’s Isese Day celebration. In a press statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Convener, Comrade Akinpelu Adesina, the foundation urged the remaining South-West governors to recognise August 20 as a public holiday. According to him, Aregbesola should be given the…
The Delta State Police Command in complaince with the directive of the Inspector General of Police IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu psc(+) NPM joins the rest of the world in commemorating the 2026 International Youth Day, under the theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The celebration is aimed at strengthening police-youth engagement and encouraging young people to contribute positively to peace, security and community development. The celebration, in line with the vision of the Inspector-General of Police, will feature a three-day programme of activities from 20th to 22nd August 2026, as follows: DAY ONE – THURSDAY, 20TH AUGUST…
L-R: Incoming Vice Chairman, Lokoja LGA, Mrs Fatima Abdulkadir; Kogi State Project Coordinator, Nigeria for Women Project Scale-Up (NFWP-SU), Pastor Mrs. Esther Ameadaji; Hon. Commissioner for Water Resources, Kogi State, Engr. Yahaya Faruk; Branch Leader, Fidelity Bank Plc, Lokoja, Mr Nuhu Omale; and Commissioner for Youth & Sports Development, Kogi State, Hon. Aridaojo Monday Anyebe; during the Fidelity Food Bank Distribution exercise in Lokoja, Kogi State recently. Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has continued its efforts to address food insecurity and support vulnerable households with the distribution of essential food items to more than 1,000…
Seven people, including five Americans, were killed when a safari helicopter crashed Wednesday morning in a remote part of northern Kenya, according to local police and the State Department. The helicopter crashed at 9:13 a.m. while flying from the Loisaba Conservancy to the Ewaso Nyiro area in Samburu County, according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, which said in a statement that an investigation was underway. It said there were seven people on board — six passengers and the pilot. Popular Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, is being credited for warning Kenya against…
Photo caption: L-R: Team Lead, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Fidelity Bank Plc, Victoria Abuka; Fidelity Food Bank Partner, Rev. Fr. Michael Domingo; Cathedral Administrator, Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Catholic Diocese of Abeokuta, Itesi, Adatan, Abeokuta, Rev. Fr. Dominic Olagbaju; and Branch Leader, Fidelity Bank Plc, Sagamu, Titilola Odede, during the Fidelity Food Bank distribution event in Abeokuta, Ogun State recently. As part of its efforts to alleviate hunger and support livelihoods across Nigeria, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has donated more than 2,000 food packs to residents in Abeokuta, Ogun State, through…
By Ouwatoyin Mathnuel The newly installed traditional ruler in Kosofe Local Government Area of Lagos State, HRM Oba Abdulkabir Adesegun Bashiru, the Olu of Oko Baba Agba, has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu, for recognising the Oko Baba Agba community and making the creation of the traditional stool possible. Oba Adesegun Bashiru expressed his appreciation during a media chat with the Editor of Insight Global News. He said: “I thank Almighty Allah for His faithfulness. I deeply appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor…