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  The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) on its 25th anniversary, celebrating what it described as “twenty-five years of visionary legacy, empowerment, and inspiration” under the theme “Inspiring the Next Generation.” In a statement signed by the party’s spokesman, Hon. Seye Oladejo, the APC commended COWLSO’s enduring contributions to the state’s development, describing the organisation as “a beacon of compassionate service, intellectual growth, and civic responsibility.” Oladejo praised the foresight of COWLSO’s founders, led by the First Lady of the Federation, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and acknowledged the commitment of successive chairpersons, including the current First Lady, Dr. (Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, for sustaining the organisation’s vision of promoting community service, supporting governance, and empowering women. He said COWLSO’s interventions in health, education, environ...

Bamidele Atoyebi The Convener of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group, Mr. Bamidele Atoyebi, has said that his organisation was established to promote and sustain the political philosophy and leadership principles of President Bola Tinubu beyond his lifetime. Atoyebi, who hails from Apapa Constituency 1 in Lagos, explained that the group’s core objective is to build a new generation of Nigerians who embody Tinubu’s values of courage, service, generosity, and progressive leadership. He made this known while speaking on the vision and activities of the group, noting that President Tinubu represents more than political success but a model of transformational leadership worthy of emulation. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not just a politician; he is an institution. Our duty is to ensure that his ideology and legacy are institutionalized, that young Nigerians can learn his leadership spirit, his sense of humanity, and his commitment to service,” Atoyebi stated. He added that the group a...

  Ahead of the November 8, 2025 governorship election in Anambra State, security agencies have met in Awka to fine-tune strategies for effective coordination and peaceful conduct of the polls. The meeting, convened by the Anambra State Police Command under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, was held on Tuesday at the Command Headquarters in compliance with the directive of the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES). Speaking during the session, CP Orutugu, represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, DCP Ibrahim Ezekiel, assured residents of the state that the Police and other security agencies were fully prepared to ensure a hitch-free election. He emphasized the importance of synergy and information sharing among the various agencies, stressing that peaceful elections depend on cooperation, neutrality, and professionalism. The meeting was attended by representatives of the Nigerian Army, Department o...

OPINION By Bukola Olukemi-Odele Food fortification is a well-established public health intervention designed to address widespread micronutrient deficiencies in populations.  Over time, this strategy has proven remarkably effective in tackling several serious health conditions.  One of the most notable examples is the addition of iodine to salt, which successfully helped combat goitre, a painful swelling of the thyroid gland caused by iodine deficiency. Likewise, fortifying milk with vitamin D was pivotal in conquering rickets, a disease that weakens the bones of children. Typically, the implementation of fortification programs follows one of two models. These models are either mandatory or voluntary in nature. Under a mandatory framework, governments legally require certain food categories to be fortified with specific nutrients to remedy major public health concerns. The addition of iodine to salt, or the fortification of flour with folic acid or vitamin A to prevent neural ...

Tobacco control advocates have raised alarm over the covert marketing of nicotine-based products to Nigerian students by local tobacco industry fronts and a Swedish group under the guise of “harm reduction education.” In a joint statement issued in Lagos on Wednesday, the Nigerian Tobacco Control Alliance (NTCA), Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), and Gatefield accused the groups of trying to reintroduce nicotine addiction among the youth, warning that such actions threaten years of progress in public health. The organisations noted that while over 40 countries have banned nicotine vapes and other similar products, the tobacco industry is using deceptive campaigns to promote them as “safer alternatives” in Nigeria. Executive Director of CAPPA, Akinbode Oluwafemi, described the strategy as “a dangerous lie,” adding that, “there is no safe level of nicotine. What we are witnessing is a rebranding of tobacco marketing that targets young people.” He cited Wor...

  Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly,  Mudashiru Obasa, has assured members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos that the party leadership will continue to support and empower them to effectively mobilize votes ahead of the 2027 general elections. Hon. Obasa gave the assurance while addressing party faithful at the maiden Lagos State APC Stakeholders’ Forum held on Tuesday, October 21, at the convention centre of Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The forum brought together ministers, senators, federal and state lawmakers, members of the Lagos State executive council, local government chairmen, traditional rulers, and representatives of various trade and professional associations. In his remarks, Obasa acknowledged concerns among party members about the reward system for loyal and hardworking supporters, urging them to remain steadfast and committed as preparations for the 2027 elections intensify. “We will continue to support you so that you wi...

  The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, AIG Margaret Ochalla, has been recognised with the RazorNews Lifetime Award for Integrity in Police Service for her exemplary leadership and dedication to ethical policing. The award, presented by the Editor-in-Chief and CEO of RazorNews Group Limited, Mr. Odita Sunday, celebrates the senior officer’s outstanding record of professionalism, justice, and fairness in the Nigeria Police Force. During the presentation ceremony at the FCID Annex headquarters in Lagos, Odita described AIG Ochalla as a rare example of integrity and compassion in public service, whose career reflects consistency, humility, and commitment to national security. He said: “AIG Ochalla represents the finest ideals of modern policing — justice, empathy, and accountability. Her leadership style and transparent approach to duty continue to inspire both her colleagues and the public.” Od...

Publisher of National Daily Newspaper, Mr. Sylvester Ebhodaghe, has been honoured with the Silent Heroes Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to journalism and his mentorship of younger media professionals across Nigeria. The award was presented to him by the Editor-in-Chief of RazorNews and former President of the Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN), Mr. Odita Sunday, during a brief ceremony held at the National Daily head office in Omole Phase 1, Lagos. Although the honour was initially conferred on Mr. Ebhodaghe at the Silent Heroes Awards ceremony held on June 12, 2025, at the Wells Carlton Hotel, Asokoro, Abuja, he was unable to attend due to official engagements, leading to the special presentation in Lagos. Presenting the plaque, Odita described Ebhodaghe as a “media colossus” who has silently shaped the careers of many journalists through mentorship, training, and example.  He recalled working under him at The Guardian Newspapers over two decades ...

  Stakeholders in the Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. The decision was taken at a stakeholders’ forum held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, attended by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, ministers from Lagos, members of the National and State Assemblies, party leaders, and traditional rulers. The motion for the endorsement was moved by the Oba of Ikorodu, Oba Kabiru Shotobi, and seconded by the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa. Party leaders, including former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola; Lagos APC Chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi; and APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, praised the President’s performance in over two years in office and pledged to work for his re-election. Fashola, the former Governor of Lagos, urged the party to confront the growing challenge of voter apathy and reconnect with its traditional supp...

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised alarm over what it called the growing disarray within Nigeria’s opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that their lack of direction and ideology poses a danger to the country’s democratic process. In a statement on Tuesday signed by the party’s spokesperson, Hon. Seye Oladejo, the Lagos APC said Nigeria’s opposition bloc has become a coalition of desperation and confusion, incapable of providing credible alternatives or meaningful engagement on national issues. “The health of any democracy depends on the quality of its opposition,” the statement read.  “Unfortunately, what we have in Nigeria today are fragmented political groups driven by personal ambition, propaganda, and bitterness rather than ideas, principles, or patriotism.” Oladejo said the current opposition lacks leadership, organization, and a unifying political philosophy, accusing its members of switching parties at will in...

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanu protests across parts of the country, describing them as politically motivated and orchestrated attempts by opposition figures to destabilize the nation. In a statement issued on Monday by its spokesperson, Hon. Seye Oladejo, the party said the demonstrations were not genuine calls for justice but “a dangerous display of reckless politics carefully scripted by desperate opposition figures who see chaos as their last political weapon.” The APC said it found it “deeply disturbing” that some opposition leaders were allegedly sponsoring and endorsing the protests, likening their actions to “the Biblical hand of Jacob but the voice of Esau”, suggesting deceit and manipulation disguised as activism. According to the party, the protests represent “political frustration” and “an attempt by those rejected at the polls to exploit national issues for cheap relevance.” Oladejo accused the organ...

  The Nigeria Police Force has urged all groups planning protests in Abuja to respect a subsisting order of the Federal High Court restraining demonstrations around key government institutions, warning that anyone who defies the directive will face strict legal consequences. The order, issued on October 17, 2025, by Justice M.G. Umar in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/2202/2025 - Federal Republic of Nigeria v. Omoyele Sowore & 4 others, bars Sowore and any other persons or groups acting on his behalf from staging protests within and around Aso Rock Villa, the National Assembly Complex, Force Headquarters, the Court of Appeal, Eagle Square, and Shehu Shagari Way. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said in a statement on Saturday that the Police remain committed to upholding the rule of law and maintaining public order in line with constitutional provisions. “The Nigeria Police Force recognises and respects citizens’ rights to peaceful assembly and expression. However, su...

  Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as false and malicious a report by an online publication alleging that the cancellation of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary activities was linked to an attempted military coup. In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja, the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, said the publication’s claim was intended to cause unnecessary tension and distrust among citizens. He clarified that the cancellation of the anniversary parade was purely to allow President Bola Tinubu attend a strategic bilateral meeting outside the country and to enable members of the Armed Forces sustain the tempo in the fight against terrorism, insurgency, and banditry. “The report linking the parade’s cancellation to any form of coup attempt is entirely false, misleading, and mischievous,” the statement read. Gusau also explained that the recent arrest of sixteen officers currently under inv...

… Says President Tinubu’s Performance Will Secure Victory in 2027 The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu’s performance and reform-driven leadership will guarantee his victory in the 2027 general election. Reacting to comments by journalist and politician, Dele Momodu, who urged opposition parties to adopt ethnic-based strategies ahead of the next polls, the APC described such advice as a relic of old politics that no longer appeals to Nigerians. In a statement issued on Saturday, the party’s spokesperson, Hon. Seye Oladejo, said the Nigerian electorate has become more discerning and now prioritises competence and results over ethnic or sentimental considerations. Oladejo said, “The days of weaponising ethnicity as a shortcut to power are long gone. Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria is being rebuilt on the foundation of equity, inclusion, and reform.” The party maintained that the administration’s polic...

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised activist and politician Omoyele Sowore over his recent protest demanding the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu. In a statement issued on Friday by the party’s spokesman, Hon. Seye Oladejo, the APC described Sowore’s action as “political theatre” and “an insult to Ndigbo and the rule of law.” The statement said the protest was another attempt by the Sahara Reporters publisher to seek public attention and relevance, questioning his motives and connection to the South East. “It is both baffling and laughable that Sowore, a man with no cultural or political connection to the South East, now parades himself as the rallying point of Ndigbo,” the statement read.  “Why is he weeping more than the bereaved? Why is he pontificating loudly on a matter already before a court of competent jurisdiction?” The party accused Sowore of hypocrisy, alleging that while he frequently ca...

Detectives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested four suspected members of a notorious car-snatching and armed robbery gang responsible for a string of violent attacks on motorists within Lagos and neighbouring states. The suspects, identified as Taiwo Alabi (42), Ogedengbe Lowis (46), Ighodalo Enato Francis (37) and Osaro Eghe Abiodun (34), were apprehended during intelligence-led operations carried out between October 15 and 17, 2025, at their hideout in Igando, Lagos State. According to to a statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the gang specialised in posing as passengers before attacking unsuspecting vehicle owners and robbing them of their cars at gunpoint.  The suspects have also been linked to several robbery incidents in Ogun, Oyo and Edo States. Items recovered from the suspects include one pump-action shotgun, one Beretta pistol, 48 rounds of 9mm ammunition, 46 live cartridges, one cutlass, assorted criminal charms, one T...

Glory Ehruvwu Ohwo Nigerian costume designer, Glory Ehruvwu Ohwo, has emphasized the importance of costume design in stage performances, describing it as a crucial element that defines the visual and emotional appeal of any production. Ohwo, a Lagos-based designer and native of Delta State, said costume design goes beyond clothing to embody the story, character, and cultural identity of the performance. “Costume design makes all the difference in the look, see, and feel of stage performances,” he said. “My costume design translates the past, present, and future theme into wearable art.” He explained that his background and cultural upbringing in Delta State played a significant role in shaping his creativity, noting that costumes in his culture communicate social status, heritage, and identity. “I was born into this. As a child, it was common for us to dress in costumes that spoke for us before we even opened our mouths,” Ohwo said.  “As a child born into royalty, you are properly ...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has defended its decision to charge ₦1.5 billion for the release of Certified True Copies (CTCs) of the National Register of Voters and the list of polling units, saying the amount strictly reflects the cost of document duplication as required by law. In a statement signed by Director of Voter Education and Publicity,  Mrs. Victoria Eta-Messi, on Thursday, INEC said the cost was computed in line with the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, 2011, and the Electoral Act, 2022, which empower public institutions to recover the actual cost of producing documents requested by members of the public. The clarification follows public criticism of the Commission’s demand for ₦1,505,901,750, which was quoted in its October 13, 2025, response to a Freedom of Information request submitted by the law firm of V.C. Ottaokpukpu & Associates five days earlier. According to INEC, the requested documents included the full National Register of Voter...

  The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of frustrating public access to information after the electoral body demanded over ₦1.5 billion as the cost of providing a copy of the National Register of Voters and the list of polling units in Nigeria. MRA described the fee as “outrageous, illegal, and a deliberate attempt to weaponize cost as a barrier to transparency.” In a statement issued in Lagos on Thursday and signed by Mr. Edetaen Ojo, the group’s Executive Director, MRA said the demand was contrary to the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, which stipulates that charges for information should be limited to standard duplication costs. The statement followed INEC’s letter dated October 13, 2025, signed by Ms. Rose Oriaran-Anthony, Secretary to the Commission, in response to a request submitted by the law firm of V-C Ottackpukpu & Associates on October 8. INEC had asked the firm to pay ₦1,505,901,750.00 before the requested d...

As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to commemorate World Food Day 2025, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has raised concern over the growing dominance of ultra-processed foods in the country’s food system, warning that weak regulation and unchecked corporate influence are endangering public health. In a statement signed by CAPPA’s Media and Communication Officer, Robert Egbe, and released in Lagos on Thursday, the group said the government must urgently strengthen laws that protect citizens from deceptive marketing and unhealthy food products. The statement quoted Akinbode Oluwafemi, CAPPA’s Executive Director, as saying that multinational food and beverage companies are expanding their reach through aggressive advertising and sponsorships that target children, young people, and low-income communities. “Corporations are flooding our markets with ultra-processed foods and sugary drinks, using deceptive marketing to present them as healthy, modern, ...

Malta Guinness, Nigeria’s premium malt drink known for fueling the greatness and positive energy of Nigerians, has announced its sponsorship of Trace In The City 2025, a vibrant campus tour that combines entertainment, education, and wellness across five major Nigerian cities. The nationwide tour kicked off at the University of Ibadan on October 14 and will move to the University of Abuja on October 21, the University of Calabar on October 24, and the University of Uyo on October 28. It will climax with a grand finale at Yaba College of Technology, Lagos, on October 31. With stops in Ibadan, Abuja, Calabar, Uyo, and Lagos, the initiative is designed to nourish the moment and inspire students to live with vitality and purpose.  At each campus, Malta Guinness will host its World of Goodness area, a vibrant space where students can unwind, play fun games such as ludo and ayo, and enjoy ice-cold cans of the malt drink. Adding to the excitement, the brand has introduced the Malta Guinne...

... Says handshake across the Niger marks unity, maturity, and shared progress The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the ongoing political realignment in the South East as a welcome development that signals a new dawn of inclusion, national cohesion, and political maturity. In a statement titled “Handshake Across the Niger - Building Bridges, Breaking Boundaries”, the party said the growing embrace of the APC in the region represents “not just a symbolic handshake across the Niger, but a decisive step toward unity, progress, and shared prosperity.” According to Lagos APC Spokesman, Hon. Seye Oladejo, the development reflects the region’s increasing recognition that meaningful participation in governance, rather than “sterile opposition,” remains the surest path to both regional and national advancement. “For decades, political sentiment and emotional posturing kept the South East on the fringes of national power. That era is ending,” Oladejo said....

The United States Army War College (USAWC) has posthumously honoured the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, by inducting him into its prestigious International Hall of Fame (IHOF). According to a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, the induction, which took place on Monday, October 13, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Centre, Washington D.C., came during the opening ceremony of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Convention. The Commandant of the USAWC, Major General Trevor J. Bredenkamp, presented the posthumous honour in recognition of the late General’s exceptional leadership, professionalism, and contributions to global peace and security. Lagbaja’s induction marks a historic milestone as he became the first Nigerian Army officer to be enshrined in the USAWC International Hall of Fame since the institution’s founding 124 years ago. He was among six eminent mil...