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Growing concerns over Nigeria’s widening skills gap took centre stage in Abuja on Wednesday, as education stakeholders warned that the country risks undermining its industrial ambitions without a radical overhaul of its technical training system....

A fresh political narrative is emerging in Ogun State as socio-political advocate Arabambi Abayomi calls on Governor Dapo Abiodun to secure his legacy by ensuring an indigenous-led succession ahead of the 2027 governorship election.In a strongly worded statement, Arabambi warned against what he described as the risk of “hostile succession,” urging the governor to prevent external or non-indigenous political influence from shaping the state’s leadership tran...

The Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has intensified preparations for the 2026 Hajj with a comprehensive sensitisation and inoculation programme aimed at ensuring that intending pilgrims are spiritually, medically, and legally ready for the journey.The exercise, held in Oke-Mosan, reflects a proactive approach to mitigating common challenges associated with pilgrimage, particularly health risks and compliance with international travel regulations.Ad...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ogun State has moved to contain internal tensions, formally distancing itself from a purported “Apex Committee” and warning members against engaging with what it described as an unauthorized structure.In a statement signed by the state chairman, Femi Soluade, and the state secretary, Adebiyi Olusoji, the party made it clear that the so-called committee is not part of its constitutional framework and should be disregarded e...

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its indefinite nationwide strike, offering temporary relief to Nigeria’s strained healthcare system while placing the federal government under renewed pressure to fulfill its commitments.Announcing the decision after a National Executive Council meeting, NARD President Mohammad Usman Suleiman said doctors are to resume work from 8 a.m. on Wednesday, following assurances from the government to reverse its...

Fresh cracks have deepened within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as party chieftain Rabiu Kwankwaso publicly accused factional chairman Nafiu Bala of undermining democracy and stalling efforts to resolve internal disputes.Speaking in an interview, Kwankwaso expressed frustration over Bala’s failure to honour a scheduled peace meeting, describing the move as disappointing and counterproductive at a time when unity is critical for the party’s growth. He note...

The Yewa Peoples Development Council (YPDC) is set to roll out a high-profile civic reception in honour of former Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, marking his retirement after a notable career in national security.The event, scheduled for April 11, 2026, at Yewa Frontier Hotel in Ilaro, underscores a strong regional pride as Yewa stakeholders celebrate one of their most prominent sons. Egbetokun, who served as the 22nd indigenous Inspector-General of Police,...

A leadership tussle appears to be brewing within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ogun State, as the party’s state chapter firmly rejected the existence of a controversial “Apex Committee,” reaffirming that only structures recognized by the national leadership remain valid.Addressing journalists, the Ogun State Chairman, Femi Soluade, maintained that the ongoing screening of aspirants is being con...

In a decisive grassroots response to rising security concerns, the Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja has unveiled a community-driven security outfit, “Ibadan Guards,” aimed at strengthening safety across Ibadan.The initiative, launched at the monarch’s palace in Oke Aremo, marks a strategic shift toward localized security architecture, with operatives set to be deployed across all eleven local government areas in Ibadanland. The move reflects growing recognition that ...

Nigeria’s energy cost crisis has taken a sharper turn as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery increased the gantry prices of petrol and diesel, underscoring the country’s continued exposure to global oil market volatility despite growing local refining capacity.The refinery adjusted petrol prices upward by N75 per litre to N1,275, a 5.02 per cent increase, while diesel surged by N200 per litre to N1,950—bringing it dangerously close to the N2,000 threshold. The m...