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By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo A role model is someone who inspires others through actions, not just words. They show integrity, kindness, and perseverance even in difficult moments, proving that true success comes from strong character and positive choices. By staying authentic and striving to improve themselves, a role model encourages others to believe in their own potential and grow every day. Are you a real role model at home, in church, at the office, or in society in general? Asiwaju Cares

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, joined the Honourable Member representing Ikeja Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. James Faleke, at his 2026 Mega Empowerment Programme. The initiative, designed to uplift constituents and promote economic growth, provided beneficiaries with various empowerment items and support packages to improve livelihoods and foster self-reliance. In his continued commitment to the welfare of the people of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo ensured that several indigenes of the Onigbongbo LCDA benefited from the programme. Through his deliberate efforts with Hon. James Faleke,…

By Peter Omopo The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has directed all political appointees intending to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign from their positions. The directive was issued on Monday during the State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House in Gusau, according to a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris. The statement said affected officials must resign on or before March 31, 2026. It added that the Secretary to the State Government has been instructed to issue a circular to all political appointees seeking elective positions, while the Head of Service is…

By Peter Omopo The Guinean Football Federation has dismissed reports claiming it petitioned the Confederation of African Football to strip Morocco of its 1976 Africa Cup of Nations title, describing the claims as false and misleading. The federation said it has not filed any appeal before any football authority regarding the outcome of the tournament, contrary to widespread speculation. The rumours emerged following recent controversy surrounding CAF decisions, including a ruling that overturned the 2025 AFCON final and awarded the title to Morocco. In a statement, the Guinean FA clarified that it had taken no steps to challenge the result…

By Peter Omopo The Nigeria Police Force has intervened in the leadership crisis rocking the National Union of Road Transport Workers following a renewed attempt by a faction to take control of the union’s national secretariat in Abuja. Members of the faction led by Tajudeen Baruwa stormed the secretariat early Monday, claiming to be acting on valid court judgments which affirmed him as the duly elected president of the union. Baruwa, who addressed journalists at the premises, said the action was in compliance with rulings of both the National Industrial Court and the Court of Appeal, which upheld his leadership…

By Peter Omopo The Federal Government has inaugurated the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission, charging members to uphold strong corporate governance and safeguard over N28 trillion in pension assets. The inauguration took place on Monday in Abuja, where the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, described the commission as a critical institution responsible for protecting the retirement savings of millions of Nigerians. He said the move reflects the government’s commitment to sustaining a transparent, resilient and credible pension system, adding that the board’s responsibilities are vital to national development. Akume emphasised that members are expected…

By Peter Omopo The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission is set to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, , before the Federal High Court in on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the commission’s Head of Media and Public Communications, John Okor Odey, who reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to due process and the rule of law. According to the statement, the charges against the former governor include alleged conversion and possession of public property, as well as money laundering. The commission also revealed that a separate case involving El-Rufai and another…

By Peter Omopo The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arraigned factional Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Tajudeen Baruwa, alongside the union’s factional General Secretary, Sulaiman Musa, and five others over the forceful takeover of the union’s national secretariat in Abuja. The development follows a prolonged internal crisis within the NURTW, which has persisted for about two years after a disputed delegates’ conference meant to produce new leadership. Baruwa, said to be leading one of the factions, reportedly stormed the national secretariat in Garki II on Monday morning with supporters in an attempt to enforce a…

By Peter Omopo The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Monday decorated 30 senior officers newly promoted to the ranks of Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) and Commissioner of Police (CP) at a ceremony held in Abuja. The event took place at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall and followed the recent promotion of 84 senior officers across various cadres in the Nigeria Police Force, including 54 Deputy Commissioners (DCP) and Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACP). In his address, Disu described the promotions as recognition of merit, discipline, and proven capacity, stressing that the elevations represent a strategic investment…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo A plain mind is a calm and sincere heart that treats everyone with fairness and humility. In a marital home, it brings understanding between partners; among friends, it builds trust through honest words; between a boss and staff, it encourages respect and cooperation; and between a president and the country, it promotes leadership through service rather than pride. The proverb “Ti ako ba reni barin, ola koki ya” teaches that when the mind is free from burdens and ill feelings, peace and harmony naturally grow in every relationship Asiwaju Cares