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Sanwo-Olu installs Epe monarch as LASU’s sixth chancellor

Sanwo-Olu installs Epe monarch as LASU’s sixth chancellor

Lagos State University (LASU) has installed Oba (Dr) Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom in Epe, as its sixth chancellor.

The investiture ceremony, held on Tuesday at the Banquet Hall of the State House in Alausa, was presided over by Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the visitor to the university.

The event was attended by members of the institution’s Governing Council, management staff and traditional rulers.

Pro-Jonathan group targets nationwide rally ahead of 2027 polls

Pro-Jonathan group targets nationwide rally ahead of 2027 polls

A socio-political group, the Goodluck Nigeria Movement (GNM), has unveiled plans to organise a nationwide “200 million-man rally” to urge former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election.

The plan was disclosed in a statement issued by the group’s Director of Strategic Communications, Dr Derek Omoleh, following its leadership election, which produced Chief Diekivie Ikiogha as National Chairman and Chief Robert Azibato as National Secretary.

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the activation of comprehensive security measures across the state to prevent and combat violent crime.

The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, said the move aligns with directives from the Inspector-General of Police and aims to strengthen public safety.

As part of the strategy, the command has intensified intelligence-led policing, increased patrols, and deployed personnel strategically across all local government areas.

Bayelsa NDC gathers pace as high-profile defectors pledge loyalty

Bayelsa NDC gathers pace as high-profile defectors pledge loyalty

The Bayelsa State Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Hon Dauprebo Ikuromo, has called on newly defecting members to remain committed to the party’s ideology and vision.

Ikuromo appealed on Monday shortly after a defection rally at the NDC Secretariat along Isaac Boro Expressway in Yenagoa. The event witnessed the formal defection of a prominent politician, popularly known as “Youth Governor”, Doubara Kumokou, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the NDC.

Bayelsa NDC gathers pace as high-profile defectors pledge loyalty

Bayelsa NDC gathers pace as high-profile defectors pledge loyalty

The Bayelsa State Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Hon Dauprebo Ikuromo, has called on newly defecting members to remain committed to the party’s ideology and vision.

Ikuromo appealed on Monday shortly after a defection rally at the NDC Secretariat along Isaac Boro Expressway in Yenagoa. The event witnessed the formal defection of a prominent politician, popularly known as “Youth Governor”, Doubara Kumokou, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the NDC.

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

Police Week: Akwa Ibom command lauds Umo Eno’s support

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has praised Governor Umo Eno for his unwavering support to security agencies, as activities for the ongoing Police Week celebration.

Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated on Sunday, 6 April 2026 that the command expressed deep appreciation for the governor’s sustained commitment to strengthening the operations of the Nigeria Police Force and other security outfits in the state.

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

Police Week: Akwa Ibom command lauds Umo Eno’s support

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has praised Governor Umo Eno for his unwavering support to security agencies, as activities for the ongoing Police Week celebration.

Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated on Sunday, 6 April 2026 that the command expressed deep appreciation for the governor’s sustained commitment to strengthening the operations of the Nigeria Police Force and other security outfits in the state.

Easter: Nwoko urges hope amid hardship

Easter: Nwoko urges hope amid hardship

Senator Ned Nwoko (APC–Delta North) has extended Easter greetings to Christians, urging Nigerians not to lose hope despite current challenges.

In a statement issued on Friday, the lawmaker, described Easter as a powerful reminder that difficult seasons are often followed by renewal and new beginnings.

Sanwo-Olu backs autism advocacy with ₦200m boost

Sanwo-Olu backs autism advocacy with ₦200m boost

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commemorated World Autism Awareness Day with ₦200 million donation to support autism advocacy and caregiver development in the state.

The governor announced the funding while receiving teenage autism advocate and Guinness World Record holder, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, at Lagos House, Marina.

Sanwo-Olu backs autism advocacy with ₦200m boost

Sanwo-Olu backs autism advocacy with ₦200m boost

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commemorated World Autism Awareness Day with ₦200 million donation to support autism advocacy and caregiver development in the state.

The governor announced the funding while receiving teenage autism advocate and Guinness World Record holder, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, at Lagos House, Marina.