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Eid-el-Maulud: Governor Sanwo-Olu Celebrates with Muslims, Calls for Unity and Peace

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State, as they celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Maulud, which marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, urged Muslims to emulate the teachings and deeds of the Holy ... Read More »

The Arrest of Joe Ajaero: Unveiling the Tension Between Labour and the DSS. By Tunde Rahman

By the time the Department of State Services released Nigeria Labour Congress President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, last Monday evening September 9, he had become contrite, remorseful and perhaps ashamed of his uninformed action. The labour leader was invited twice by the secret police and twice he failed to honour the invitation. As I learnt, during the second invitation, Ajaero even ... Read More »

Oluremi Tinubu Unveils National Unity Fabric, Celebrating Nigeria’s Diversity and Youth Creativity

First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has unveiled the #OneNigeria/UnityFabric, which she described as a symbol of national unity. The fabric was designed by 25 year old Miss Mofinyinfoluwa Bamidele a graduate from the University of Ibadan. Bamidele, who went home with a prize of N25 million, emerged the winner of a fabric designs competition, organised by the Renewed ... Read More »

Governor Abiodun Urges Religious Harmony in Eid-el-Maulud Message to Ogun Muslims

In the spirit of unity and celebration, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has extended heartfelt greetings to the Muslim community in commemoration of Eid-el-Maulud, the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Governor Abiodun, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, said the significant occasion serves as a reminder of the values of love, compassion, and ... Read More »

NCC Chief, Dayo Oketola, and Telecom Leaders Unite for Groundbreaking ICT Book Launch

The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida, has confirmed his participation as the immediate past Editor of The PUNCH, Dayo Oketola, launches a book on Information and Communications Technology evolution. The book, ‘The Catalyst: Nigerian Tech Evolution Through a Journalist’s Lens,’ will be launched on September 17, 2024, at an exaugural ... Read More »

INEC Chairman Assures Edo Voters of Transparent Election Process Ahead of Governorship Poll

The Hon. Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has reassured Voters in Edo State of an open and transparent process as the people troop out to vote for candidates of their choice in the upcoming Governorship Election scheduled for 21st September 2024 in the State. The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has also ... Read More »

INEC Chairman Urges Political Parties in Edo to Honor Peace Accord for Credible Elections

The Hon. Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has called on political parties and candidates contesting in the upcoming Edo State Governorship election scheduled for next Saturday 21st September 2024 to honor the commitments outlined in the Peace Accord they voluntarily signed. He emphasized that adhering to the agreement is essential for ensuring a peaceful ... Read More »

Nigerian Army Destroys Terrorist Stronghold, Rescues Kidnapped Students in Kaduna

In aggressive offensive operations against terrorism and insurgency, Nigerian Army troops have obliterated yet another terrorist stronghold, successfully rescuing kidnapped students,and seizing a significant cache of arms and ammunition. Troops also eliminated some insurgents, while some others were captured alive. On 12 September 2024, acting on reliable intelligence, troops stationed in Kaduna State launched a highly coordinated operation aimed at ... Read More »

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Celebrates Nigeria’s Paralympians, Hails Their Courage and World Record-Breaking Feats

The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has commended Team Nigeria to the just concluded 2024 Para- Lympics in Paris noting their stellar performance have shown the true meaning of perseverance, dedication and true sportsmanship. She stated this while receiving the athletes and officials led by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh in her office at ... Read More »

“Sanwo-Olu’s Security Blueprint: Steering Lagos Towards Safety and Prosperity”. By Adeshina Oyetayo

Safety and security lie at the heart of the prosperity of any nation or state because significant development cannot exist without them. Lagos is Nigeria’s most important state, and like any other megalopolis, it has latent security challenges and threats that are, however, being addressed and mitigated because Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu anticipated and prepared adequately for them. One of candidate ... Read More »