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L-R: Diabetes “Lived experience expert” Ronke Opaleye; Executive Director of Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) Akinbode Oluwafemi; Lagos Chairman, Nigeria Medical Association Dr. Saheed Babajide; Founder of the Diabetes & Limb Salvage Foundation (DLSF) Ms. Osarenkhoe Chima-Nwogwugwu; and the CEO of Stradev Nigeria, Dr. Leslie Adogame at the screening of CAPPA’s latest documentary “Sweet Poison” in Lagos on Wednesday, 20 May 2026. Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has premiered a new documentary titled “Sweet Poison,” highlighting the health and environmental dangers associated with the growing consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) in Nigeria. The 20-minute documentary was unveiled during a media presentation in Lagos on Wednesday and examines how ultra-processed food and beverage companies have embedded sugary drinks into daily Nigerian life through aggressive marketing and extensive market penetration. Accordi...

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has congratulated the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and two Nigerian-born public health experts for emerging winners of the World Health Organisation (WHO) World No Tobacco Day 2026 Awards. The organisation described the recognition as a major boost for tobacco control efforts in Nigeria and across Africa. The NFVCB, Professor Olalekan Ayo-Yusuf of the University of Pretoria’s School of Health Systems and Public Health, and Professor Catherine Egbe of the South African Medical Research Council were named among the five recipients from the African region unveiled by the WHO on May 19, 2026. The other African award recipients are Nare Narcisse Mathurin of Burkina Faso and Louise Mapleh Kpoto of Liberia. Prof. Catherine Egbe and Prof. Olalekan Ayo-Yusuf In a statement issued by the organidation's Media and Communication Officer, Robert Egbe after the announcement, CAPPA said the awards reflected years of ...

Suspect The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 23-year-old suspect, Adeshola Muyiwa, over alleged involvement in serial fake bank transfer fraud targeting residents and traders in Agbado and surrounding areas. The suspect was arrested by detectives attached to the Agbado Division on May 17, 2026, following a complaint that he allegedly used a fake bank transfer alert to purchase food items worth ₦2,600 from a food vendor at Owolanwa Junction, Agbado. According to a statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect had allegedly specialised in fake and scheduled transfer scams across the Agbado axis, defrauding unsuspecting victims through fraudulent payment alerts. The Command disclosed that during interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to engaging in the fraudulent act for a prolonged period, allegedly swindling victims in different locations to the tune of about ₦10 million. Reacting to the...

By Odita Sunday One officer whose impact has continued to attract national attention is Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, whose reputation for professionalism, tactical policing and community-driven security initiatives has earned him widespread commendation across the country. In recognition of his contributions to national security and public safety, the Inspector-General of Police Disu, will attend the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council Press Week Lecture and Awards Ceremony as Special Guest of Honour. The event, themed “2027 Election: Defending Democracy in the Era of Disinformation,” is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the Lagos/Osun Hall of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, by 10:00am. The lecture is expected to bring together top government officials, media professionals, security stakeholders, political leaders and civil society actors to deliberate on the growing threat of fake news, misinformation and propaganda ahead of the 2027 general ...

‎ By Odita Sunday   ‎ ‎ The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, FCT Council, has nominated former Lagos State Commissioner of Police and newly promoted Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Moshood Jimoh, for its prestigious “Best Crime Fighter of the Year Award” in recognition of what it described as his outstanding contributions to crime fighting, public safety, and protection of press freedom during his tenure in Lagos State. ‎The award is scheduled to be presented during the 2026 NUJ FCT Press Week opening ceremony billed for May 19 at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja. ‎In a nomination letter signed by the Chairman of NUJ FCT Council, Grace Ike, the union said the honour was in recognition of AIG Jimoh’s transformative leadership and strategic policing innovations while serving as Commissioner of Police in Lagos State. ‎The letter noted that the 2026 Press Week is themed: “2027 Election: Defending Democracy in the Era of Disinformation.” ‎According to the council, AIG Jimoh distingui...

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested six suspected members of a notorious “One Chance” robbery syndicate allegedly involved in robbing unsuspecting commuters along Ago Palace Way in the Okota area of Lagos State. The suspects were apprehended during a stop-and-search operation carried out by police operatives along Ago Palace Way. According to a statement by the Command's spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, a tricycle with registration number AAA 720 QL conveying about six occupants was intercepted while the suspects were allegedly attempting to rob some commuters. Adebisi said the suspects reportedly jumped out and abandoned the tricycle on sighting the operatives, adding that a  cutlass believed to have been used for the operation, alongside a mobile phone, was recovered at the scene. She said further investigation led to the arrest of the six suspects identified as Basiru Rilwan, Afeez Akeem, Ademola Yekeen, Sodipo Oyeyemi, Ayomide Gafar and Fabayo Michael. ...

The Our Water Our Right Africa Coalition (OWORAC) has raised concerns over what it described as the growing push towards water privatisation across Africa, warning that such policies could undermine public accountability and access to safe water on the continent. The coalition expressed the concern following a regional consultation in Abuja hosted by the African Ministers’ Council on Water as part of discussions on the First Implementation Plan of the Africa Water Vision 2063 and Policy. According to OWORAC, the increasing emphasis on private sector participation, blended financing models and public-private partnerships in the water sector could open the door to widespread privatisation of water services across Africa. The coalition warned that experiences from several African countries have shown that privatisation often leads to rising water tariffs, poor public accountability, deteriorating labour conditions and unequal access to water services. OWORAC stressed that water should be ...

The Lagos State Police Command has received additional operational assets from the Lagos State Security Trust Fund ahead of the official launch of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) in the state. The initiative is part of ongoing reforms within the Nigeria Police Force under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at strengthening rapid response operations and combating violent crimes nationwide. The operational assets presented to the Command include two operational vehicles, fifty ballistic helmets, fifty bulletproof vests, and fifty ballistic shields to enhance the safety and effectiveness of personnel attached to the newly established unit. Presenting the equipment on behalf of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund, the Executive Secretary of the agency, Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to supporting security agencies in Lagos through the provision of critical operational tools and logistics. Receiving the items ...

The Anambra State Police Command has recovered a Toyota Land Cruiser belonging to murdered cleric, Bishop Chinedu Clarence James of End-Time Reconciliation Ministries, Asaba, Delta State, and arrested two suspects linked to the crime. The development comes under the new spirit of promoting community policing and proactive crime-fighting across the country, driven by the leadership and directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, who has consistently charged state commands to respond swiftly to violent crimes. The command said the breakthrough followed intelligence-led operations aimed at tracking down those involved in the abduction and killing of the bishop. Bishop James was reportedly abducted and shot dead during an attack in Delta State on May 12, 2026, after which his assailants fled with his vehicle. Police said the investigation took a major turn after credible intelligence revealed that the stolen Toyota Land Cruiser was being moved into Anambra State for possi...

The Network for Health Equity and Development (NHED), Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI), and Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) have called on the Federal Government to implement urgent sodium reduction policies and ensure access to safe, healthy, and nutritious foods for Nigerians. The organisations made the call in a joint statement issued to commemorate World Salt Awareness Week 2026. According to the groups, this year’s theme, “Salt It Out,” highlights the urgent need to tackle excessive salt consumption, which they described as a major contributor to hypertension, stroke, heart disease, kidney failure, and other non-communicable diseases in Nigeria. They noted that Nigerians consume an estimated 3.8 grams of sodium, equivalent to about 10 grams of salt daily, almost double the World Health Organisation’s recommended limit of 2 grams of sodium or 5 grams of salt per day. Executive Director of CCSI, Babafunke Fagbemi, described excessive...

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested two suspected members of a notorious “One Chance” robbery syndicate and recovered an operational tricycle allegedly used for robbing unsuspecting commuters in parts of the state. The suspects were apprehended during a routine stop-and-search operation conducted along Iyana Ipaja Road by police operatives. According to a statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the operatives intercepted a tricycle conveying three occupants for a search, during which one of the passengers was found with three Android phones suspected to have been stolen from victims. She explained that while the search was ongoing, the tricycle rider suddenly sped off, abandoning the other occupants at the scene. “One of the occupants was subsequently arrested and identified as Ademola Ibrahim,” the statement said. During interrogation, Ibrahim reportedly confessed to being a member of a robbery syndicate popularly known as “O...

The Lagos State Police Command says it has rescued four kidnapped children and reunited them with their parents following a swift intervention by operatives on patrol at Alafia Bus Terminal, Coker-Orile, Lagos. The Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, said the rescue operation reflects the Command’s renewed commitment to tackling crimes against children and protecting vulnerable residents across the state. According to the Command, the incident occurred on 8th May, 2026 at about 11:40pm during a routine patrol around Alafia Bus Terminal. Police officers reportedly observed four children in the company of an unidentified woman attempting to board a luxury bus out of Lagos State. On sighting the patrol team, the suspect abandoned the children and fled the scene. Preliminary investigations revealed that the children were allegedly kidnapped from the Ijesha-Tedo area of Lagos State and were being trafficked...

Former Publicity Secretary of the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, Hon. (Mogaji) Seye Oladejo, has pledged to champion the demand for a special status for Lagos State and the formal recognition of its 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) if elected into the House of Representatives. Oladejo made the promise during his declaration to contest for the Mushin Constituency II seat at the GOS Compound, Olateju, Mushin, Lagos, where he also unveiled what he described as a social contract with the people of the constituency. He said Lagos, as Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre, deserves special recognition and stronger federal support, especially in infrastructure development and governance structure. “Lagos State should be accorded a special status, and our 37 LCDAs should be officially recognised,” the aspirant said. Recalling his political and administrative experience, Oladejo described himself as a product of Mushin politics, noting that he had served as Secretar...

  The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has directed all Commissioners of Police across the country to immediately commence a comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition in their respective commands and formations. The directive was issued during an emergency conference with Commissioners of Police and members of the press held at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Centre in Abuja. According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, the exercise is aimed at strengthening accountability within the Nigeria Police Force, identifying operational gaps, preventing misuse of police assets, and enhancing operational readiness nationwide. IGP Disu explained that the audit is beyond a routine administrative exercise, describing it as a critical institutional measure to ensure that all arms and ammunition in police custody are properly documented, secured, and deployed in line with operational standards and national security objectives. He...

  The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has assured Nigerians of adequate security ahead of upcoming elections across the country, pledging a robust partnership between the Nigeria Police Force and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The assurance came during a meeting at the Force Headquarters in Abuja where the IGP hosted the Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, and his delegation to formalise a strategic roadmap for peaceful elections. The meeting, attended by members of the Force Management Team, INEC National Commissioners, and senior police officers, focused on security preparations for the Ekiti and Osun off-cycle governorship elections, forthcoming bye-elections, and the 2027 general elections. In his remarks, Professor Amupitan stressed the need for proactive security measures and specialised training for personnel involved in election duties. He also emphasised the importance of ensuring a...

The Ogun State Police Command has dismissed as misleading a publication titled “Ogun Police, Tenants and the Peril of Criminalising Civil Disputes,” insisting that the matter in question involved allegations of assault and conduct likely to cause breach of peace, and not a tenancy dispute as portrayed. In a statement by its spokesman, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi on Wednesday, the Command said the publication circulating on online platforms distorted facts surrounding an incident reported on April 9, 2026, in the Ajuwon area of the state. According to the police, the case was reported by a family member of a landlord who allegedly became involved in an altercation with tenants over electricity-related issues, resulting in a physical confrontation and a medical incident involving the landlord. The Command explained that officers followed standard investigative procedures by inviting the parties involved, obtaining statements, and assessing the scene and relevant persons connected to the matter....

Vice President Kashim Shettima says the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu are rebuilding the foundations of Nigeria’s economy and creating stronger, more viable subnational economies across the federation. Shettima stated this on Wednesday during the Nasarawa Investment Summit 2026 held in Lafia, where he said the administration’s reform agenda is designed to reduce dependence of states on the Federal Government through fiscal reforms, improved allocations, energy sector reforms, tax restructuring, and investment-friendly policies. According to him, the reforms are already transforming states into centres of enterprise, innovation, and industrial growth. “At the national level, we are rebuilding the pillars every state depends on: energy reliability, fiscal balance, tax reform, and a single digital gateway for investment,” the Vice President said. He noted that ongoing reforms in the power sector are creating opportunities for increased state participation, adding th...

President Bola Tinubu has engaged global investors in Paris, France, where he emphasised transparency, fiscal discipline, and the rationale behind the swift implementation of key economic reforms. At the meeting, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, highlighted Nigeria’s strong economic performance, noting that the country recorded 11.2 per cent GDP growth in dollar terms in 2025.  He said the figure reinforces Nigeria’s ambition to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2030. Oyedele added that the government’s immediate priority is to translate ongoing reforms into tangible benefits for Nigerians, while also pledging to publish quarterly financial data to boost transparency and investor confidence. The Director-General of the Debt Management Office, Mrs Patience Oniha, assured investors of the government’s prudent approach to borrowing, stressing its commitment to sustainable debt management. The meeting drew participation from major inter...

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has convened an emergency conference with senior police leadership, announcing sweeping reforms aimed at strengthening accountability, discipline, and operational efficiency across the Nigeria Police Force. The high-level meeting, held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, brought together members of the Force Management Team, Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, and Commissioners of Police to address pressing national security concerns and outline new strategic directives. In his address, the IGP stressed the need for transparency, leadership responsibility, and intelligence-driven policing, noting that the country’s evolving security challenges require a more responsive and accountable Force. He also addressed the recent extra-judicial killing incident in Delta State, describing it as unlawful and contrary to the core values of the Force. Disu confirmed that officers involved in the incident have been dismissed and re...

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against kidnapping with the arrest of six suspected members of a notorious syndicate and the rescue of victims in Kaduna State. The suspects, Yusuf Shuaibu, 23; Abubakar Bature, 19; Yau Murtala; Bello Suleiman, 19; Abdul Kareem Nuhu, 36; and Ahmed Musa, 28, were arrested on April 3, 2026, by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS). According to the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects are part of a kidnapping syndicate operating within Kaduna and surrounding areas, with links to criminal camps in the Rijana Forest. Placid said the group was responsible for multiple abductions, including the kidnapping of a senior police officer and his son in October 2025.  He added that despite collecting a ransom of ₦24 million and other valuables, the victims were not released until police operatives intervened, lead...

dailynigerian.com  The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Monday held a high-level strategic meeting with key stakeholders to advance plans for the establishment of a new campus of the Nigeria Police Academy in Ogun State and the upgrade of 42 police colleges across the country. The meeting, held at the Federal Ministry of Education, focused on strengthening police education and securing accreditation for police training institutions nationwide. It was hosted by the Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, alongside the Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Said Ahmad. Also in attendance was former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and other stakeholders, underscoring the national importance of the proposed reforms. Discussions at the meeting centred on infrastructure development for the Ogun campus, collaboration with Tertiary Education Trust Fund for the provision of modern facilities, and coordination with the National Universities Commission...

Ogundipe Stephen Olukayode A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Oshodi-Isolo Constituency I, Ogundipe Stephen Olukayode, has dismissed reports suggesting he has withdrawn from the 2027 race, describing them as unfounded and misleading. In a statement on Monday, Ogundipe, who is seeking the ticket of the All Progressives Congress, said he remains firmly in the contest and confident of securing the party’s nomination. “The attention of my office has been drawn to rumours that I have stepped down or been edged out of the race. Let me state clearly that I am very much in the race, focused, prepared, and confident of securing the party ticket,” he said. The lawmaker called on supporters, party leaders, and stakeholders across Oshodi-Isolo Constituency I to remain calm and resolute, noting that his ambition is rooted in years of service, leadership, and community-focused initiatives. Ogundipe, who is the chairman of the House Committee on Information Strategy and Securi...

By Humphrey Ukeaja Nigeria’s sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) market is not just growing; it is expanding its product lines and accelerating the establishment of new plants in a country already carrying a heavy and costly burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).  Evidence indicates that SSB consumption in Nigeria rose by 123 percent between 2008 and 2022, while per capita SSB sales increased by 119.1 percent between 2010 and 2024, placing Nigeria among the fastest-growing SSB markets in Africa, and the largest consumer on the continent of soft drinks. The country is also the 4th largest in the world by total volume in 2025. At the same time, the health system is absorbing the consequences of rising obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease—conditions that are tightly linked to excess consumption of SSBs and poor dietary environments. Worthy of note is that approximately 81 percent of Nigerian adolescents were found to consume sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) dail...