The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five suspects over a stage-managed kidnapping involving a schoolboy, an incident that was allegedly orchestrated to extort money from the victim’s family. The suspects were arrested between December 17 and 18, 2025, following investigations into a viral video that showed the teenage boy pleading for mercy in what…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has approved enhanced service conditions for teachers in the State, including the extension of the retirement age to 65 years, as part of measures to strengthen the education sector and reward professional dedication. Under the new policy, which takes effect from August 1, 2025, the mandatory retirement age for teachers…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday presented a ₦58.18 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly, declaring that all armed non-state actors operating outside Government authority would henceforth be classified as terrorists. The announcement comes as his administration moves to consolidate economic reforms and strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture. The 2026…
The succession process for the Awujale of Ijebuland has taken a legal turn as Fuji music icon, Otunba Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, has dragged the Ogun State Government and other key stakeholders before the Ogun State High Court, Ijebu-Ode, over alleged violations of chieftaincy laws. Court documents…
The Ogun State Government has received commendations from key stakeholders for its proposed bill seeking the establishment of the State Agricultural Land Management Agency, with experts noting the legislation’s potential to deliver dual benefits to both the Government and the citizenry. The public forum, organized by the Ogun State House of Assembly, brought together representatives…
The Ogun State House of Assembly Committee on Finance and Appropriation has commended the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development for exceeding its 2025 revenue target while maintaining strong collaboration with the Assembly to ensure a well-planned and orderly urban environment. The commendation came during the presentation of the 2026 budget proposals, led by…
Ogun State House of Assembly, through its Committee on Finance and Appropriations, has applauded the Ministry of Housing for delivering significant affordable housing projects across the State in 2025, while urging the Ministry to exceed these achievements in the 2026 fiscal year. The commendation was made during the 2026 budget defence sessions, led by Hon….
In a decisive move to maintain peace and stability in Ijebu land, the Ogun State Government has vowed to conduct the selection of the new Awujale through a process marked by transparency, due diligence, and inclusivity. The commitment underscores the administration’s determination to safeguard one of the State’s most prestigious traditional institutions while ensuring the…
In a landmark move to empower educators and boost the quality of Primary Education, Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has approved the career advancement of Graduate Primary School Teachers (Tutor Cadre) from Grade Level 16 to Grade Level 17. The decision is designed to address career stagnation, enhance motivation, and ensure that Teachers…
Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has approved a major career progression initiative for Graduate Primary School Teachers, aiming to eliminate career stagnation and boost educational delivery across the State. In an official statement signed by State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, the Governor authorized the advancement of Graduate Primary School Teachers (Tutor Cadre)…
