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GTCO Reinforces Commitment to Sport Development as Lagos STL Triumphs at 2026 NPA Lagos Polo Tournament     Yemo Alakija (right), President, Lagos Polo Club and Mr. Segun Agbaje, Group CEO, GTCO Plc along side other dignitaries and players during the presentation of the Majekodunmi Cup to winners at the NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament sponsored by GTCO in Lagos.   Lagos, Nigeria - Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sports development in Nigeria and across Africa following the thrilling conclusion of the 2026 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament, where Lagos STL emerged champions of the prestigious Majekodunmi Cup.As headline sponsor of one of Africa’s oldest and most celebrated polo showcases, GTCO continues to champion a platform that blends sporting excellence with cultural heritage, lifestyle engagement, and international participation.   The 2026 edition of the tournament, hosted at the historic Lagos Polo Clu...

GTCO Reinforces Commitment to Sport Development as Lagos STL Triumphs at 2026 NPA Lagos Polo Tournament     Yemo Alakija (right), President, Lagos Polo Club and Mr. Segun Agbaje, Group CEO, GTCO Plc along side other dignitaries and players during the presentation of the Majekodunmi Cup to winners at the NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament sponsored by GTCO in Lagos.   Lagos, Nigeria - Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sports development in Nigeria and across Africa following the thrilling conclusion of the 2026 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament, where Lagos STL emerged champions of the prestigious Majekodunmi Cup.As headline sponsor of one of Africa’s oldest and most celebrated polo showcases, GTCO continues to champion a platform that blends sporting excellence with cultural heritage, lifestyle engagement, and international participation.   The 2026 edition of the tournament, hosted at the historic Lagos Polo Clu...

BREAKING: ZONE 2 OPERATIVES CRACK DOWN ON LARGE SCALE ENGINE OIL ADULTERATION RACKET, SUSPECT ARRESTED, 280 GALLONS OF FAKE ENGINE OIL RECOVERED The Zone 2 Command Headquarters, under the leadership of AIG Adegoke M. Fayoade mni, psc, mnim, in its sustained fight against product adulteration and economy sabotage has recorded a breakthrough with the arrest of a suspect linked to the production, importation and distribution of adulterated engine oil products across Nigeria.   Following a written petition to the office of the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 2 Command Headquarters, Lagos by the complainant alleging the illegal adulteration of his engine oil product, the case was promptly referred to the Zonal Anti−Piracy Unit for detailed and discreet investigation.   A team of intelligent detectives attached to the Zonal Anti−Piracy Unit swung into action on the strength of the petition and arrested one Ngwu Samuel Ebezimakor (male, 26 years) in connection...

PRESS BRIEFING BY THE ASSISTANT INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE, ZONE 2 COMMAND HEADQUARTERS, ONIKAN, LAGOS, AIG ADEGOKE M. FAYOADE, mni, psc, mnim, fisn. PROTOCOLS: Gentlemen of the press Distinguish Colleagues Good Morning I warmly welcome you to this press briefing convened to update the public on the recent operational breakthrough recorded by the Zone 2 Command Headquarters in our relentless efforts and commitment to nipping crime in the bud, protecting live and property, building public trust and confidence in the Police. In compliance with, and guided by the operational directives of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun PhD, NPM. In line with our intelligence-led policing model, the Command has continued to achieve remarkable successes in the sustained fight against crime and criminality such as armed robbery, house breaking and burglary, stealing, Fraud etc., across Lagos and Ogun States. 1. ARREST ...

Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy Signs Landmark MOU to Strengthen Creative MSMEs and Expand Global Opportunities   The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, under the leadership of THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF ART, CULTURE, TOURISM AND THE CREATIVE ECONOMY, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Oze Inc, Dare to Innovate and IGA Nigeria Ltd under a consortium framework to strengthen Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises across Nigeria’s creative, cultural and tourism sectors.   The strategic, non binding partnership establishes a structured pathway to engage the African Development Bank through an Economic Sector Work focused on MSME resilience, financial inclusion and digital capacity within the Orange Economy. The engagement is designed to unlock development financing, generate credible sector data and support scalable programmes that improve productivity a...

SENATE FAILS AGAIN TO FULFILL LEGISLATIVE PROMISE TO FIX 2023 ELECTORAL GAPS: ADVOKC FOUNDATION APPLAUDS CITIZEN PRESSURE BUT DEMANDS CONFERENCE COMMITTEE CLOSE THE MANUAL FALLBACK LOOPHOLE            Senator Dr. Godswill Akpabio  The Senate’s partial reversal on electronic transmission of election results is a hard won victory for Nigerian citizens and civil society advocacy.  However, despite this shift, the Senate has again failed to fulfil its promise, explicitly set out in its own legislative agenda, to amend the Electoral Act (2022) comprehensively to fix the glaring gaps identified during the 2023 elections.  By retaining a dangerous manual fallback caveat in cases of communication failure, the Senate continues to ignore the technical weaknesses that undermined the last general election. Following days of coordinated digital action, public engagement, and physical protest, the Senate has now approved a revised provision req...

Access Pad Me A Girl 2.0: Restoring Dignity to Displaced Girls in Abuja, Benue, and Nasarawa The Pad Me A Girl Empowerment Foundation, in partnership with Access Bank, has carried out a multi-location humanitarian outreach under the “Access Pad Me A Girl 2.0” initiative, reaching vulnerable girls and women across Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Abuja, Benue, and Nasarawa States from February 6th to 9th, 2026. The weekend outreach covered Area 1 IDP Camp, Durumi (Abuja), Ortese IDP Camp (Benue State), and Kadarko IDP Camp (Nasarawa State), with a focus on promoting menstrual dignity, education, and basic welfare support for displaced girls and women. During the outreach, beneficiaries received reusable sanitary pads, exercise books, writing materials, food items, and other essential supplies aimed at easing the daily challenges faced by residents of the camps. Speaking on the outreach, the Convener of Pad Me A Girl Empowerment Foundation, Theresa Moses, said the initiative w...

Office of the National Secretary, REMENAF, Appoints Paul Ukpabio as Media Partner for Military Veterans The Office of the National Secretary of the Retired Members of Nigerian Armed Forces (REMENAF) has appointment Paul Ukpabio, journalist and Publisher of Paul Ukpabio Blog, as an official Media Partner. This strategic partnership is facilitated through the Office of Amb. (Dr.) Oamien Roy Okhidievbie, who serves as the National Secretary of REMENAF and Director of Media for the Coalition of Concerned Military Veterans of Nigeria (CCV). Amb. Okhidievbie also holds the distinction of being a Human Rights Consultant with the United States Institute for Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR) in Washington, D.C. Strengthening Veteran Advocacy: The appointment of the Publisher and his platform Paul Ukpabio Blog, aims to amplify the voices of Nigeria’s retired service members, ensuring that their welfare, challenges, and contributions to national security are accurately documented an...

VOTE FOR ME: Dr. Iyabo Obasanjo Officially Declares for Ogun State Governorship Race 2027 ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE  – Dr. Iyabo Obasanjo, former Senator and daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has officially declared her intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State. The declaration, which has sent ripples through the political landscape of the Gateway State, marks her formal return to active frontline politics. Dr. Obasanjo, a seasoned academic and public health expert, expressed her commitment to transforming the socio-economic fortunes of Ogun State through "visionary, inclusive, and data-driven governance."  Addressing a gathering of supporters and stakeholders, Dr. Obasanjo emphasized the need for sustainable infrastructure, qualitative education, and a robust healthcare system that serves every citizen, regardless of their social standing. Public Service Experience: Drawing on her tenure as the Ogun State Commissioner for Health a...

CHAMPION OF LOVE: iGoGlobal Celebrates ‘Couples Week’ with Exclusive Wellness Product Incentives and Strategic Package Upgrades ABUJA, NIGERIA – iGoGlobal International is proud to announce the launch of its Couples Week Promo, a strategic initiative designed to reward community growth and enhance wellness.  Effective immediately, the company is offering complimentary units of an exclusive wellness product to members who activate new registrations or upgrade their existing accounts. The "Couples Week" campaign encourages partners to "upgrade together and grow together," emphasizing the brand’s commitment to both financial empowerment and personal health. During this limited-time event, the volume of promotional rewards scales according to the tier of the package activated: Presidential: 7 complimentary units Royal: 4 complimentary units First Class: 3 complimentary units Business: 2 complimentary units Advanced: 1 complimentary unit Under the promotional guidelines,...

 SECURITY OPERATION IN AMASIRI EBONYI STATE IS A JOINT OPERATION TO PROTECT INNOCENT CITIZENS The attention of the Headquarters, 82 Division Nigerian Army (NA), has been drawn to some videos currently circulating on social media, featuring journalists condemning the deployment of troops in Amasiri following the killing of innocent citizens in Amasiri–Edda community, Afikpo North Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The intervention of the NA and other security agencies in Amasiri is not an invasion as characterised by these videos. This narrative is misleading and does not reflect the true purpose of the operation.  Troops were deployed as a direct response to the gruesome killings and beheadings of four individuals in Okporojo village, Edda LGA, and subsequent discoveries of shallow graves containing mutilated bodies in Amasiri. These atrocities demanded urgent intervention to restore peace, protect innocent lives, and bring perpetrators to justice. The Ebonyi S...

AIG Olatunji Disu Hosts CMC Gladiators in Abuja, Reaffirms Power of Loyalty, Media Partnership, and Service Excellence Abuja, Nigeria — The Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Olatunji Disu, recently hosted the CMC Gladiators Team in Abuja in an atmosphere marked by gratitude, reflection, and celebration of enduring partnership. During the engagement, AIG Disu expressed profound appreciation to the CMC Gladiators Platform for its consistent and unwavering support throughout his policing career—a journey that began prominently during his tenure as Commander of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Lagos. He emphasized that credible media engagement and principled advocacy remain vital to strengthening public trust and institutional effectiveness within the Nigeria Police Force. The AIG paid special tribute to Ambassador Cornell Udofia, describing him as a dependable ally and a strategic communicator whose influence has positively shaped police–media relations over the yea...

LASTMA INTERCEPTS FLEEING TRUCK DRIVER AFTER DEADLY IMPACT KILLS CYCLIST UNDER LASUTH BRIDGE, IKEJA The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has formally confirmed a heart-rending and fatal road traffic occurrence beneath the LASUTH Bridge at the traffic signal corridor inward Airport Road, Ikeja, involving a DAF articulated truck and an unsuspecting cyclist. Preliminary security findings reveal that the tragic episode unfolded as both the cyclist and the heavy-duty truck advancing from the Maryland axis, simultaneously attempted to negotiate the roundabout underneath the bridge. In the course of this perilous convergence, the cyclist was reportedly unable to maintain a safe clearance from the moving truck. Within a matter of moments, the situation escalated disastrously, resulting in the cyclist being violently crushed and succumbing to fatal injuries on the spot. LASTMA operatives who were actively deployed to regulate and control vehicular moveme...

More Than a Carnival: Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy Highlights Culture as Nigeria’s Unifying Language at 2026 NYSC Cultural Carnival The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, has called on governments, corporate organisations and philanthropists to strengthen support for the National Youth Service Corps cultural carnival and other youth focused initiatives that promote unity and national cohesion. The call was made at the 2026 Batch A Stream One NYSC Cultural Carnival held at the Permanent Orientation Camp in Kubwa, Abuja, where the Minister served as Special Guest of Honour. Representing the Honourable Minister, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammed, MFR, mni, delivered heartfelt remarks in which he commended the Corps Members for their vibrant and award winning cultural performances representing Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups. He described the displ...

Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy Strengthens Pathway for Strategic Tourism Investment in Niger State   The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has commenced structured engagement with Niger State to advance investment-ready tourism and heritage projects, following a courtesy visit by a Niger State delegation led by the Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Ladidi Rakiya Bawa Bosso.   Welcoming the delegation, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammad, MFR, mni, commended Niger State for its proactive approach to tourism development and for presenting clearly articulated priorities supported by planning frameworks. He noted the strategic importance of Niger State’s proximity to the Federal Capital Territory and its historical relevance to Nigeria’s national identity.   In her presentation, the General Manager of the Niger State Tourism Corporation, Hajiya Zainab ...

ONITSHA MAIN MARKET TRADERS ASSURED OF SECURITY AND SAFETY The Headquarters 82 Division, Nigerian Army wishes to commend the courageous and patriotic traders of Onitsha Main Market for their bold decision to reopen their businesses after years of yielding to the empty threats of enemies of the nation. This decisive action represents a collective stand for peace, security, and economic progress in Anambra State and the South-East region at large. For years, criminal elements masquerading as freedom fighters have instilled fear and undermined the livelihoods of hardworking citizens. Their actions, aimed at crippling commerce, destabilising communities, and eroding confidence in government institutions, have long been countered by security efforts. The renewed courage of these patriotic traders further validates the significant strides made by security agencies. By rejecting intimidation and resuming lawful business activities, they have demonstrated resilience and an unwaveri...

DIG FCID VISITS FCID ANNEX, ALAGBON, LAGOS; CHARGES OFFICERS ON PROFESSIONALISM, EFFECTIVE SUPERVISION AND EXCELLENCE IN INVESTIGATION The Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department , DIG Sadiq Idris Abubakar, on 3rd February, 2026, paid a working visit to the FCID Annex, Alagbon, Ikoyi, Lagos, as part of his statutory oversight and supervisory responsibilities aimed at strengthening investigative standards and enhancing operational efficiency within the Nigeria Police Force. During the visit, the DIG FCID charged commissioned officers of the Department to make significant and positive contributions in their respective areas of responsibility and to continually project the Nigeria Police Force and the FCID in good light, stressing that the FCID remains the apex of criminal investigation in Nigeria. He further directed commissioned officers to ensure close supervision of their subordinates in order to entrench discipline, accountability, ...