Author: Olugbenga Fashina

Target fairness, equity in federal recruitment processes In a major move to curb irregularities in public sector employment, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Federal Character Commission (FCC) have agreed to establish a Joint Task Force to tackle job racketeering and promote fairness in recruitment across federal government agencies. The decision was announced on Thursday during a high-level meeting between the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu (SAN), and the Acting Executive Chairman of FCC, Dr. Kayode Oladele, at the FCC headquarters in Abuja. Dr. Aliyu said the collaboration was in response to growing…

In a joint effort to combat plastic pollution and foster grassroots environmental action, the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), today, teamed up with the Alternative Bank to flag off the “AltWalk 4 Zero Plastic” sensitisation campaign at Popo Oyabiyi Market, Yaba. The event brought together market leaders, traders, and key players from the public and private sectors, all committed to building a cleaner, healthier Lagos through sustainable market practices. It featured an advocacy walk within Tejuosho Market, with LAWMA officials and partners distributing reusable bags, educating traders on plastic waste reduction, and promoting the benefits of proper waste sorting and…

There are things that parents do that makes me wonder if they know the implications. In my teaching career, I’ve come to realize that children who are well brought up produce better results. What I see these days is training the “butty” (aje butter) way which gets me scared of what will happen in the next 10-15 years. I see eight year olds who don’t bother to lay their beds. I see 10 year olds served by the maid or “caring mum” on the table and they either don’t pack the table or they just dump the plates in the…

The Southeast Council of Traditional Rulers has officially abolished the use of the title “Eze Ndigbo” by Igbo leaders residing outside Igbo land. This decision was announced in a communique signed by His Royal Majesty, Eze (Dr.) E.C. Okeke, CFR (Eze Imo), His Royal Majesty, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe (Leader), and the chairmen of the Traditional Councils of Enugu, Anambra, Abia, and Ebonyi States. OFFICIAL RESOLUTION ON THE TITLE FOR IGBO LEADERS IN DIASPORA The Southeast Council of Traditional Rulers appreciates the efforts of Igbo leaders in Diaspora in unifying Ndigbo and fostering peaceful coexistence with host communities. Their commitment to…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun – MFR CON, has said that his administration will commence full implementation of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) for state workers from this month of July 2025. Governor Abiodun gave this pledge when he met with the organized labour to address the grey areas in the implementation of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and other sundry matters that led to the ongoing strike embarked upon by workers in the state. Speaking at a meeting with the leadership of the organized labour at the governor’s office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Abiodun said his administration would…

At age 55, Tinina Cade became a surrogate mom of triplets when her daughter couldn’t conceive. Now, God is using the family’s special experience to help other couples battling infertility. And this inspiring short story proves a mother’s love knows no bounds! Camille and Jason Hammond were first-year medical students when they met and fell in love. Three years later, they married and set to work on fulfilling their dream of starting a #family. This is where their fairytale romance hit a snag. Camille suffers from a condition affecting the uterus called endometriosis. She knew this could make conceiving a…

INTERNAL SECURITY: POLICE OPERATIVES RESCUE 31 KIDNAPPED VICTIMS IN TARABA, EDO STATE In a sustained effort against banditry and kidnapping, the Nigeria Police Force has again recorded significant breakthroughs in Taraba and Edo States, successfully rescuing thirty-one (31) kidnapped victims in two separate coordinated operations. In Edo State on Friday, July 11th, 2025, at about 7:20 pm, police operatives of the state command responded to an attack along the Fugar-Agenebode road in Etsako East Local Government Area, where suspected kidnappers ambushed commuters, resulting in the death of two persons and the abduction of several others. A swift joint operation involving…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed its commitment to continuous capacity building, as highlighted by the Comptroller-General, Adewale Adeniyi, during the graduation ceremony for the Senior Executive Course in Complex Customs Operations. This event took place on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) in Lagos. In his address, the Comptroller-General described the training as a significant advancement in professional development, aimed at equipping senior officers to tackle the evolving challenges in global trade, security, and customs administration. He emphasized that while the NCS has established programs for basic training and refresher courses, this…

THE DESPERATION PLAYBOOK: HOW POWER HUNGRY POLITICIANS UNDERMINE NIGERIA’S PROGRESS. A quiet but strategic political reshuffle is underway within the coalition now steering the African Democratic Congress (ADC). While high-profile names such as Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, Rauf Aregbesola, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rotimi Amaechi stir public attention, the real contest within the coalition points clearly in one direction—the North. Yet, it would be neither politically wise nor nationally unifying to assume power must return to the North in 2027, especially when zoning has been instrumental in preserving the fragile balance of Nigeria’s democracy. Despite their popularity in the public domain,…

Aare Adetola Emmanuelking Mourns Former President Muhammadu Buhari, Pays Tribute to a National Icon In a heartfelt condolence message, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking KOF, the Group Chairman of Adron Group, has joined the rest of the nation in mourning the death of former President, His Excellency Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, describing his passing as the departure of a patriot, a soldier, and a statesman whose legacy will remain indelible in Nigeria’s history. In the statement released to the press, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking expressed his deep sorrow over the death of the former Head of State and President, calling it a moment…