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Alaafin Slams Reliance On Oil Economy, Defends Cultural Tourism
The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has expressed reservations about Nigeria’s over-reliance on the oil sector rather than cultural tourism as the primary driver of the country’s economy.
Lagos debunks kidnapping rumours on Gbagada expressway
The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, has refuted claims circulating online that suggest a rise in kidnapping incidents along the Gbagada Expressway.
Tinubu cancels S’Africa, Angola trips, Shettima to lead delegations
President Bola Tinubu has cancelled his planned trips to South Africa and Angola, directing Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegations to both summits, senior State House officials revealed to our correspondent on Friday.
Terrorists Attack Catholic School in Niger State, Abduct Students and Staff
In another disturbing escalation of insecurity in the North, armed terrorists attacked St. Mary’s Papiri Private Catholic Secondary School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State, abducting an unspecified number of students and teachers.
LASG Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead of 2025 Capital City Race
The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic advisory and diversion plan ahead of the 2025 Capital City Race scheduled for Saturday, November 22, 2025. The 10km race will take place between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.
Four injured, baby rescued in Lagos–Ibadan expressway multiple crash
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Thursday rescued an eight-month-old baby from a multiple collision at Otedola bridge area, inward tollgate. along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway.
Foreign Policy expert cautions US over single narrative about Nigeria
The Director and Senior Fellow for the Africa Program at CSIS (Center for Strategic and International Studies), Oge Onubogu, has warned the US about acting on a single narrative about insecurity in Nigeria.
Profile: Life and Legacy of the Late Olusegun Awolowo Jr.
The late Olusegun Awolowo Jr., grandson of the eminent nationalist and statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, lived a life defined by public service, professional excellence and dedication to national development.
Tinubu mourns Segun Awolowo, says he exemplified Awo’s pedigree
President Bola Tinubu has described the death of Segun Awolowo, a former boss of Nigerian Export Promotion Council, NEPC, as an unfortunate and a tragic loss “not only to the Awolowo family, but also to the entire country.”
Olusegun Awolowo, Grandson of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Dies at 62
The Awolowo family has announced the passing of Mr. Olusegun Awolowo, distinguished public servant and grandson of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. He was 62.