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#2027Elections: SANWO-OLU BACKS HAMZAT, RECALLS HOW DEPUTY STEPPED DOWN FOR HIM IN 2019
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appealed to Lagos residents to support the emergence of Deputy Governor, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, as his successor in the 2027 governorship election, describing him as an experienced leader with the competence, institutional knowledge and commitment to sustain the state's development.
2027: INEC has no preferred candidate, party — Amupitan
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared that it has no preferred candidate or political party for the 2027 general elections, pledging to uphold the rule of law and the will of Nigerian voters.
‘I Feel Fulfilled,’ Says Tinubu After Completing Umrah In Mecca
President Bola Tinubu says he feels fulfilled after completing the lesser Hajj, also known as Umrah, in Mecca,…
Tinubu performs Umrah in Makkah, Prays for Peace, Unity and National Prosperity
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has performed the lesser Hajj (Umrah) in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, offering prayers for Nigeria's peace, unity, stability and sustained prosperity.
Tinubu defends Nigeria’s borrowing plans, says infrastructure investments will create jobs, expand economic opportunities
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his administration’s borrowing plans amid growing criticism from opposition leaders, insisting that funds secured from international financial institutions and banks are being channelled into strategic investments capable of transforming Nigeria’s economy and creating opportunities for future generations.
Adeyinka hails Flamingos’ victory over Mexico, urges team to go for World Cup Glory
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Adeboye Anthony Adeyinka, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their 2–1 victory over Mexico to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
Umejiaku, Dunstan Fire Flamingos Into U-17 World Cup Quarter-Finals
Nigeria’s Flamingos have booked a place in the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco after defeating Mexico 2-1 on Thursday, extending their impressive recovery from an opening-day defeat to Poland
Amuwo-Odofin: Sanusi Intensifies Road Rehabilitation, Targets More Communities
The Executive Chairman of Amuwo-Odofin Local Government, Hon. Prince Lanre Sanusi (P.L.S.), has intensified efforts to improve infrastructure across the council area, with ongoing rehabilitation of major roads aimed at easing transportation, boosting economic activities and enhancing residents’ quality of life.
Lagos Public Service Club Commends Muri-Okunola for Donating Brand-New Generator
The Lagos State Public Service Club has commended the Private Secretary to the President, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, for fulfilling his promise to the Club with the donation of a brand-new generator delivered on Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Nigeria’s Revenue Hits N31.46tn in Nine Months, Exceeds Full-Year Collections for Four Years
Nigeria’s gross revenue shared among the three tiers of government rose to N31.46tn between January and September 2026, surpassing the full-year collections recorded in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, according to a new report by Agora Policy.