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By Peter Omopo The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a major drug trafficking operation involving cocaine concealed in dry stockfish and arrested several suspects across multiple states. In a statement issued on Sunday by NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, operatives intercepted a consignment of cocaine hidden inside the heads of imported stockfish, popularly known as “okporoko,” in Lagos. The agency said a key member of a transnational drug syndicate, identified as 36-year-old Akputa Dickson Ejike, was arrested during a coordinated sting operation in the Ojo area of the state by officers attached to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport…

By Jimmy Fatunbi Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo extended the warmest birthday felicitations to His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the occasion of his 74th birthday. “Your life has been defined by courage, resilience, and commitment to the growth and development of our great nation, Hon. Adebanjo said. “As a visionary leader, your dedication to nation-building, democratic values, and economic transformation continues to inspire millions of Nigerians at home and in the diaspora. On this remarkable day, we celebrate not only your years but also your enduring legacy of service,…

By Peter Omopo The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called for transparency and accountability over the alleged spending of more than ₦302 billion by the administration of Ibok-Ete Ibas, the sole administrator of Rivers State. In a statement issued on Sunday, SERAP said documents presented before the Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt by the state’s Accountant-General and Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning indicated that over ₦302 billion was spent between March and August 2025. According to the organisation, the funds included allocations from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) and other receipts. It noted that…

By Peter Omopo Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 74th birthday, describing him as “a man of history with many golden chapters.” In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, the governor praised Tinubu as a genuine lover of the people, a pathfinder, and a selfless leader committed to Nigeria’s sustainable development. Oyebanji commended the President for his lifelong dedication to the defence of democracy and service to the nation, noting that his contributions across different spheres have come with significant personal sacrifice. He described Tinubu as…

By Kolawole Omotola Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has poured out heartfelt tributes to her husband, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as he marked his 74th birthday. In a message shared on Saturday in Abuja, the First Lady expressed deep gratitude to God for granting the President another year, describing his life as a blessing worthy of celebration. Mrs Tinubu offered prayers for continued strength, good health, peace, and joy for the President as he steers the affairs of the nation. She also reaffirmed her confidence in his leadership and vision for Nigeria’s progress. Using the Yoruba phrase “Akanbi, omo olodo…

By Peter Omopo Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has hosted former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, amid reports of his planned defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Atiku disclosed this in a post on his official X handle on Sunday, stating that the meeting focused on discussions about the state of the nation. He described the engagement as a “robust discussion” following what he termed a courtesy visit by the former Kano State governor. The meeting comes ahead of Kwankwaso’s expected formal registration as a member of the ADC, as earlier announced…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo You are still here, and that alone is proof that your story is still unfolding. Life can feel heavy sometimes, like challenges arrive faster than you can catch your breath, but difficult moments do not define who you are. Growth often happens quietly in the small choices to keep going, to try again, or simply to hold on through uncertain days. Every obstacle you’ve faced has strengthened you in ways you may not yet see. The hard nights will pass, and new beginnings will find their way to you. Take things one step at a time,…

By Peter Omopo The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said that the appeal filed by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Kabiru Turaki will not prevent the party’s planned national convention. The Turaki-led faction had approached the Supreme Court of Nigeria seeking to restrain the group aligned with Wike from holding its convention scheduled for March 29 and 30. The development follows a leadership dispute within the party. In November 2025, a PDP national convention backed by Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed was held in Ibadan, where national officers were elected with…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has celebrated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of his 74th birthday, offering prayers for his health and leadership. In a personally signed message released on Saturday, the First Lady expressed gratitude to God for the President’s life and achievements, describing the occasion as another milestone worthy of celebration. She prayed for divine health, strength, joy, and peace for the President as he continues to lead the country, expressing confidence in his ability to steer Nigeria toward prosperity and greater opportunities. Oluremi Tinubu affectionately referred to the President as “Akanbi, omo olodo ide,”…

By Peter Omopo The Ondo State Government has commended operatives of the Amotekun Corps and other security agencies for the successful rescue of kidnapped victims in Akure South Local Government Area. Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa praised the gallantry, professionalism, and coordinated efforts of the security operatives involved in the operation. The government specifically lauded the leadership of the Amotekun Corps under its Commander, Adetunji Adeleye, for spearheading the overnight operations that led to the rescue of five victims in two separate incidents at Oke Ijebu and along the Oda–Akure axis. It also highlighted the effective collaboration among various security agencies,…