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By Peter Omopo The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointment of Peter Akpe as the new Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, following the death of former Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Akpe was nominated by Governor Douye Diri after Ewhrudjakpo’s passing in December. His confirmation by the lawmakers clears the way for his swearing-in. Before his nomination, Akpe served as Chief of Staff at the Government House in Yenagoa. He has also built a career spanning both civil service and politics, having worked in the Rivers and Bayelsa state civil services. He served as commissioner between 2008 and…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo The Yoruba adage about the Black Kite teaches that when a kite keeps troubling the hen and the owner finally catches it, the kite does not know if that day will be its last. The lesson is simple: persistent wrongdoing eventually meets consequences. In life and especially in marriage, constant disrespect, provocation, or taking a partner for granted may seem small at first, but one day, accountability comes. A strong and lasting relationship is built on humility, self-control, and mutual respect because when patience runs out, the outcome may be more than we expected. Asiwaju Cares

By Peter Omopo The City Boy Movement has commenced the distribution of fasting relief packages across the 36 states of Nigeria to support citizens observing Ramadan and Lent. The initiative is being championed by the Grand Patron of the movement, Seyi Tinubu, and is aimed at providing practical assistance to Muslim and Christian communities during the sacred periods of prayer, fasting and reflection. In a statement issued on Monday in Lagos, the Director-General of the movement, Oluwatosin Shoga, described the outreach as a demonstration of unity and service-driven leadership. According to him, the Ramadan and Lenten seasons highlight shared national…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State Government has approved a 13 per cent increase in fares across all Bus Reform Initiative schemes, including Bus Rapid Transit and standard bus routes. The approval was granted by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu following appeals from regulated public transport operators over rising operational costs and economic pressures. In a statement issued on Monday by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority and signed by its Head of Corporate Communication, Kolawole Ojelabi, the government said the new fare structure will take effect from March 2, 2026. According to the statement, the adjustment is aimed at cushioning the…

By Peter Omopo Flight operations have resumed at Terminal One of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos following a fire outbreak that disrupted activities and led to the diversion of three international flights on Monday. The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, Olubunmi Kuku, confirmed that the airport’s airspace has been reopened. Although no fatalities were recorded, Kuku disclosed that six people sustained injuries during the incident. Three international airlines — Emirates, British Airways and Lufthansa — were diverted as emergency response teams battled the blaze. Kuku stated that while some operations were temporarily affected, normal services…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday evening hosted state governors to a Ramadan Iftar dinner at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, continuing his annual engagement with political leaders during the holy month. The fast-breaking commenced shortly after 6:30 p.m. at the State House and marks the third consecutive year the President has convened governors for the symbolic gathering at Aso Rock. Governors who arrived at the Villa from about 6:15 p.m. included Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, Usman Ododo of Kogi State, Babagana Zulum of Borno State,…

By Peter Omopo The Chief Executive Officer of Mercy Speaks Initiative, Mercy Roland, has praised the Ondo State Government for organising an Investment Summit, describing the initiative as a step in the right direction toward economic transformation. Roland made the remarks while speaking with journalists at the summit held at the International Culture and Events Centre, popularly known as The Dome, in Akure. She stressed that the deliberations and investment opportunities highlighted at the event must receive serious follow-up attention, urging stakeholders not to allow the summit to become a ceremonial gathering without tangible outcomes. According to her, the summit…

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has embarked on an extensive on-site inspection of ongoing developmental projects within the LCDA. The inspection tour commenced at the site of the ongoing construction of a 36-shop space shopping complex located at Kudirat Abiola, Oregun. The project, designed to boost local commerce and empower small and medium-scale business owners, is a strategic initiative aimed at stimulating economic growth and creating sustainable opportunities for residents within the council area. The Chairman expressed satisfaction with the pace of work while urging contractors to maintain high…

By Peter Omopo North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been reaffirmed as General Secretary of the Workers’ Party of Korea, consolidating his hold on power as the country signals continued expansion of its weapons programme. The announcement was made on Sunday during the party’s Ninth Congress in Pyongyang, a major political gathering widely viewed as a key indicator of North Korea’s future political and military direction. State media reported that Kim’s reappointment was unanimous, reinforcing the dominance of the Kim family, which has governed the country since the late 1940s. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA),…

By Peter Omopo The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMeT) and the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening professional training and capacity development in Nigeria’s aviation and meteorological sectors. The agreement was sealed with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding at NiMeT headquarters in Abuja by the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Prof. Charles Anosike, and the Rector of NCAT, Dr Danjuma Ismaila. The MoU reflects a shared commitment by both institutions to enhance collaboration in training, technical support and improved service delivery across the aviation industry. Under the terms…