Driven by a stark warning that 15 million Children are currently suffering from stunting across Nigeria, Lawmakers, State Leaders and Civil Society Advocates gathered in Lagos for the crucial 2026 Strategic Policy Discourse. Co-hosted by the Civil Society-Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria – CS-SUNN) and development partners, the high-level dialogue brought together Representatives from 10…
A second batch of 39 Nigerian Returnees from South Africa landed safely at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Friday night, July 10, 2026. The group, arriving aboard a South African Airways flight at around 8:20 p.m., consisted of 25 men, four women, and 10 children. They had been unable to board the…
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has said Lagos is facing a major waste management challenge driven by rapid population growth, inadequate infrastructure, poor payment culture and outdated landfill systems. Speaking on Lagos Television’s The Conversation, Gbadegesin said the state generates between 13,000 and…
…As US Consulate, FBI Applaud Chairman’s Strategic Leadership By Chima Okoro, Ph.D Since his appointment as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has shifted the EFCC from a reactive enforcement body to a proactive institution built on three pillars: prevention, large-scale asset recovery, and institutional compliance. Under his leadership, the…
Brazil’s talismanic number 10, Neymar, has called time on his legendary and tumultuous international career following a devastating 2-1 defeat to Norway in the World Cup Round of 16. The 34-year-old superstar confirmed his retirement shortly after the final whistle at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday, bringing a poignant, full-circle conclusion to his journey with…
In a major push to stop the massive hemorrhage of public resources, the Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ) has launched an intensive two-day capacity-building workshop to weaponize Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) against Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs). The mobilization comes at a critical moment for the nation’s economy, as regulatory authorities at the…
The Lagos State Government has debunked rumors making the rounds on social media regarding its recent engagement with transport unions, clarifying that the move is not intended to replace the statutory responsibilities of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC). In an official statement released to address misconceptions circulated by some bloggers , the government…
Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner of the Ekiti State governorship election held on Saturday, securing a decisive victory across the state’s 16 local government areas. The Returning Officer for the election, Prof. Adenike Oladiji, Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University…
The Lagos State Government has issued a flood alert to residents, warning that several parts of the state may experience heavy rainfall, flash floods, rising water levels and possible riverbank overflows between June 14 and June 21, 2026. The advisory was issued by the Permanent Secretary, Office of Drainage Services and Water Resources, Mahamood Adegbite,…
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa has announced that Tanzania will host the third International Conference on PEN-Plus in Africa (ICPPA 2026). The high-level convention is scheduled to take place from June 23 to 25, 2026, in the commercial capital of Dar es Salaam. Hosted by the Government of Tanzania, the event…
