President Tinubu Sacks Controversial Police Chief, Appoints Tunji Disu as New IGP President Bola Tinubu has removed Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun from office amid jubilation at the Police Headquarters. Egbetokun, who had been facing criticism for his handling of security issues and allegations of corruption, is to be replaced by Tunji Disu, the Assistant Inspector General of Police overseeing the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos. The move has been welcomed by some police officers, who reportedly celebrated the news of Egbetokun’s removal. Sources indicate that Egbetokun’s tenure was marked by controversy, including allegations...
Governor Sanwo-Olu Shares President Tinubu’s Excitement About The Proposed Lagos International Financial Centre At The University Of Cambridge Training Programme.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu: “Today, at the Nigeria Foreign Direct Investment Training Programme at the University of Cambridge, I shared an important update about His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, and how excited he is about the proposed Lagos International Financial Centre. “He understands what this could mean for Nigeria and is looking forward to receiving a detailed proposal. His readiness to engage and provide leadership is encouraging. “The Lagos International Financial Centre is not about Lagos alone, and it is not about any individual. It is about positioning Nigeria properly within the global financial system. If we get this right, we...
Osun State Governor Adeleke Vows His Administration Will Complete All Ongoing Projects, Showcases Cross Section Of The Ongoing Asphalt Laying Of Access Roads At The Lameco Flyover, Osogbo.
Governor Ademola Adeleke: “I am glad to share the cross section of the ongoing asphalt laying of access roads at the Lameco Flyover, Osogbo, being constructed by our administration. “I want to assure every resident and people of Osun State that our administration remains committed to completing all ongoing projects across the state. “This government will continue to deliver for you, without yielding to detractors. Together, we will build a stronger, more connected, and prosperous Osun for generations to come. ‘Osun ti n dara… Imole de!!!”
EU President Ursula von der Leyen Pays Tribute To Ukrainian Fallen Heroes At Maidan
Ursula von der Leyen:“We paid tribute to the fallen heroes of Ukraine at Maidan. “I am also thinking of their comrades, bravely holding the line in the trenches. “Fighting for peace. Fighting for a better future for their children. “Fighting for a free and sovereign Ukraine, at the heart of a free Europe.”
Minister Of Aviation Visit Lagos International Airport, After Fire Breakout At MMIA On Monday.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, made an emergency visit to Murtala Muhammed International Airport—MMIA–after a fire broke out at Terminal 1 on Monday afternoon. The fire began in the old international terminal, according to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The agency said the blaze originated in a server room on the first floor of the five-storey building before spreading towards sections of the roof. Firefighters contained the incident after several hours. Keyamo post on X read: “I undertook an emergency trip this night to Lagos following the fire incident at Terminal 1 of the Murtala...
Britain To Reconstruct Support, Throws Weight Behind Ukraine, As Prime Minister Starmer Declares “Russia Will Not Win This War,” Four Years After.
Keir Starmer: “Four years on from Russia’s barbaric full-scale invasion of Ukraine, our message to the Ukrainian people is simple: Britain is with you. “Today we are stepping up military, humanitarian, and reconstruction support and we will support Ukraine for as long as it takes for a just and lasting peace. “Russia will not win this war. “Slava Ukraini.”
US Women’s Gold Medal-Winning Team Declines Invitation From Trump To Attend State Of Union Address
The U.S. women’s hockey gold medal-winning team has politely declined an invitation from President Donald Trump to attend his State of the Union address on Tuesday. “We are sincerely grateful for the invitation extended to our gold medal–winning U.S. Women’s Hockey Team and deeply appreciate the recognition of their extraordinary achievement,” the U.S. women’s team said in a statement released Monday. “Due to the timing and previously scheduled academic and professional commitments following the Games, the athletes are unable to participate. They were honored to be included and are grateful for the acknowledgment.” Trump also invited the U.S. men’s gold...
US Women’s Gold Medal-Winning Team Declines Invitation From Trump To Attend State Of Union Address
The U.S. women’s hockey gold medal-winning team has politely declined an invitation from President Donald Trump to attend his State of the Union address on Tuesday. “We are sincerely grateful for the invitation extended to our gold medal–winning U.S. Women’s Hockey Team and deeply appreciate the recognition of their extraordinary achievement,” the U.S. women’s team said in a statement released Monday. “Due to the timing and previously scheduled academic and professional commitments following the Games, the athletes are unable to participate. They were honored to be included and are grateful for the acknowledgment.” Trump also invited the U.S. men’s gold...