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Lagos Bids Farewell to Its First Surveyor-General, Surv. Olukunle Akinola (1931–2025)
Lagos has bid a fond farewell to one of its foremost pioneers, Surv. Olukunle Akinola, the state’s first Surveyor-General, whose vision and dedication helped chart the course of Africa’s most dynamic megacity. He passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, at the age of 94.
Obidient Movement Director of Mobilisation, Morris Monye, Resigns Over Poor Coordination, Anambra Election Setback
The Director of Mobilisation of the Obidient Movement, Morris Monye, has resigned from his position, citing poor coordination within the movement and its disappointing performance in the recent Anambra governorship election.
An Open Letter to Rt. Hon. (Dr.) James Abiodun Faleke: A Clarion Call to Serve Kogi State
In what is fast gaining momentum across political circles, a coalition of indigenes of Kogi State — both at home and in the diaspora — has issued a heartfelt appeal to Rt. Hon. (Dr.) James Abiodun Faleke, urging him to offer himself for service as the next Governor of Kogi State in 2027.
Tension in Abuja: Wike–Military Clash Over Land Sparks National Uproar
The recent confrontation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and a military officer, Lieutenant A.M. Yerima, has ignited a heated debate across Nigeria, dividing public opinion along legal and moral lines.
Onigbongbo Lawmakers Meet Management Team to Strengthen Grassroots Governance
The 6th Legislative Arm of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, held a strategic familiarization meeting with the Council Management Team led by the Council Manager, Mr. Oshineye Abiodun.
Re-2027: Amaechi Urges Nigerians to Mobilise; Lagos APC Fires Back
The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed, in no uncertain terms, Rotimi Amaechi’s recent call for Nigerians to “mobilise” against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. According to the party, Amaechi’s statement is a reflection of political frustration rather than a credible national agenda.
Progressive Former Ward Chairmen Visit Ojodu Vice Chairman, Declare Support for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election
The Progressive Former Ward Chairmen of Lagos State, led by Alhaji Dauda Olasheu, on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the Vice Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, Alhaja Funmilayo Layeni, to congratulate her on her success in the last local government elections and to identify with her as one of their own.
Kogi Earnestly Asks for Faleke: An Open Letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
With utmost respect and patriotic conviction, the people of Kogi State have appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to consider Hon. James Abiodun Faleke for leadership in the state, describing him as the long-awaited torchbearer capable of transforming Kogi’s political and developmental landscape.
LACOCA’25 Felicitates Lagos Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Obasa, on Birthday
The Lagos State Conference of 2025 Chairmanship Aspirants (LACOCA’25) has joined numerous well-wishers across the state in celebrating the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, on the occasion of his birthday.
Bose Adelaja’s Citizens Compass Nominated for “Online Newspaper of the Year”
CITIZENS COMPASS — Popular human-interest online news platform, Citizens Compass, has been nominated for the prestigious “Online Newspaper of the Year” category at the upcoming 19th Edition of the Nigeria Media Nite Out Award (NMNA) scheduled to hold on Sunday, November 26, 2025, at the Lagos Airport Hotel.