Author: Olugbenga Fashina

PRESS RELEASE As President Tinubu Harps on improved welfare for Officers The Nigeria Police Force successfully commemorated its maiden National Police Day on April 7th, 2025, with a grand celebration held at Eagle Square, Abuja. The event marked a significant milestone in recognizing the vital role of the police in ensuring national security and stability. The highlight of the event was a spectacular parade and procession by police personnel, which showcased their professionalism and skills in the art. The parade comprised an array of operational and tactical gadgets of the force such as Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robots, specialized EOD disposal…

PRESS RELEASE As NPF Withdraws Invitation Letter The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn its earlier invitation extended to Alhaji Sanusi in connection with the unfortunate incident that occurred in Kano State during the Sallah celebration on March 30, 2025. The invitation was initially issued to enable Alhaji Sanusi to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of law and order in the state. However, following advice from respected stakeholders and in line with the Inspector-General of Police’s commitment to ensuring that policing actions are not politicized or misinterpreted, the IGP has directed that the invitation be…

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EBE ANI-OKENE FESTIVAL: A CELEBRATION OF RICH CULTURAL HERITAGE. By Pen Lord. In the aftermath of Eid Fitr, the 2025 Okene Ebe Festival emerges precisely on the 4th (Unehe) and the main event (Eku-Irahu) on the 5th of April 2025, as a unique and captivating celebration, steeped in tradition and culture. With a history spanning over a century, this festival was initially conceived and initiated in Okene by HRH Attah Omadivi Abonika upon his coronation. It is believed that “the celebration of Ebe marks a time where farmers take rest after a successful planting season” One of the distinctive features…

. Governor Monday Okpebholo and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have won round one in the series of the peitions challenging their declaration as winners of the September 21, 2024 governorship election in Edo state. A petition instituted against them by the Action Alliance (AA) and one Adekunle Rufai Omoaje was thrown out by the Edo State Governorship Election Peition Tribunal for lacking in merit and being frivolous. GALAXY TV reports that in the first judgment of the Tribunal on Wednesday, it was held that Adekunle Rufai Omoaje who filed the joint petition has no locus standi to Institute the…

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing the chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure and the group chief executive officer, Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari. President Tinubu removed all other board members appointed with Akinyelure and Kyari in November 2023. The new 11-man board has Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the Group CEO and Ahmadu Musa Kida as non-executive chairman. Adedapo Segun, who replaced Umaru Isa Ajiya as the chief financial officer last November, has been appointed to the new board by President Tinubu. Six board members, non-executive…

The Alaafin Abimbọla Ọwọade Local Organising Committee has released the full schedule of events for the pre-coronation, coronation, and post-coronation ceremonies of Ọba Abimbọla Akeem Ọwọade I, the 46th Alaafin of Ọyọ. The festivities will begin on Monday, March 31, 2025, and conclude on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Pre-Coronation EventsThe celebrations will commence with a Cultural Carnival Parade on March 31, showcasing Yoruba art, music, and dance to unite the people of Ọyọ and set the stage for the coronation. This will be followed by an opening ceremony, attended by cultural and state dignitaries, alongside exhibitions that will run until…

When it comes to inheritance, many Nigerians hold beliefs that don’t align with the law. Let’s tackle some common misconceptions and set the record straight! ✅ Truth: Wills can be challenged in court if there are valid grounds, such as fraud, undue influence, or improper execution. It’s always advisable to have your will drafted and witnessed correctly. Understanding inheritance laws empowers you to protect your assets and loved ones. Consult a lawyer to ensure your estate planning is in line with Nigerian law.

PRESS STATEMENT NO DIVERSION INVOLVED IN AKE PAVILION AND LIBRARY PROJECT IN ABEOKUTA-SENATOR ADEOLA YAYI The attention of Senator Solomon Adeola (APC, Ogun West) and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations has been drawn to a statement by Senator Ibikunle Amosun titled “ Construction of Ake Pavilion Project by Senator Ibikunle Amosun: Setting the Record Straight”, where it was implied that Senator Adeola diverted a project he facilitated for the renovation of Ake Pavilion to the construction of a Library at Ewang Estate Extension in Abeokuta. For the records, there is no case of diversion of the project as…

The Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo) has congratulated the President, Senator Ahmed Bola Tinubu on his 73 years birthday anniversary, assuring him of his re-election in 2027. In his congratulatory birthday message to the President, Tompolo who is also the Ibe-Ebidouwei of Ijaw Nation asaid that; “Every generation creates for itself, a special breed of personalities. For such enigmas, they strive better, or more still, their endeavours thrive more seamlessly under unusual circumstances. Most often, they thread on paths most dreaded, and they succeed where others fail. Mr. President, you…