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Vice President Kashim Shettima has commenced a two-week leave after receiving approval from President Bola Tinubu, marking his first official vacation since assuming office on May 29, 2023. The development was disclosed in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, who said the leave would allow Shettima to focus on study, reflection, and intellectual renewal to enhance his effectiveness in public service. According to the statement, the Vice President will use the period to review key government programmes, evaluate ongoing policy initiatives, and deepen…

Government officials, healthcare professionals, policymakers, development partners, private-sector leaders, and other key stakeholders converged in Lagos on Thursday for the Eko Health Convention 2026 to explore innovative solutions, strengthen partnerships, and advance quality healthcare delivery across the state. The two-day convention, held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, is themed “Building a Healthier Lagos: Connecting Access with Excellence,” with the sub-theme “Leveraging Digital Innovation and Strategic Partnerships for Better Outcomes.” The gathering serves as a platform for stakeholders to deliberate on the future of healthcare and promote sustainable strategies for improving health outcomes in Lagos State. The event witnessed the arrival…

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately take steps to vacate the court order freezing the Osun State Government’s bank accounts, citing concerns over the timing of the action ahead of the state’s governorship election. In a personally signed statement issued on Thursday, the President said although the EFCC acted within its legal powers by securing the court order on August 5, 2026, the timing could create the impression of political interference in the electoral process. He noted that actions taken by federal agencies are often attributed to the Presidency, regardless of whether…

Lagos State University (LASU) has reopened its 2026/2027 admission screening portal, giving eligible candidates another opportunity to complete their registration for admission into the institution’s undergraduate programmes. The university said the decision, approved by the Vice Chancellor, is aimed at accommodating UTME and Direct Entry (DE) candidates who were unable to register or complete their applications during the initial screening exercise. The reopening also allows applicants who previously registered with awaiting results to update their academic records on the portal. LASU urged all eligible candidates to take advantage of the reopened portal to complete their applications and ensure all required…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a place in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-finals with a commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in a dramatic final Group C encounter. Needing a convincing win after their opening defeat to Malawi, the Falcons delivered when it mattered most. Asisat Oshoala opened the scoring from the penalty spot before Gift Monday doubled Nigeria’s lead late in the first half. Egypt reduced the deficit just before halftime through Nadine Ghazi, who converted a penalty after Michelle Alozie was penalised. Nigeria dominated the second half as Uchenna Kanu made…

The General Manager of the Lagos State Informal Space Management Authority (LASISMA), TPL Daisi Oso, on Wednesday, 5th August, 2026, led the management team of the Agency on a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, Honourable AbdulGaniyu Vinod Obasa, at the Agege Local Government Council’s Secretariat. The visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration between LASISMA and the Local Government in the effective management of Informal Urban Spaces and the enforcement of physical planning regulations as it pertains to Informal Urban Space (IUS) and Incidental Open Space (IOS) within the council area. Speaking during the meeting, TPL…

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has assured Nigerians that passport application and processing services remain fully operational nationwide, despite the ongoing migration of additional passport offices to the Central Personalization Centre (CPC). According to the Service, the migration is part of efforts to improve passport production and enhance service delivery and has not disrupted operations at any passport office. NIS urged the public to ignore rumours claiming passport services have been suspended and advised applicants to continue visiting designated passport centres for enrolment and other passport-related services.

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Lagos State Command, led by Comptroller Christopher Olu Onajirin, has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a smoother pilgrimage process following a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board. During the visit, Comptroller Onajirin, who was received by the Board Secretary, Dr. Gbolabo Omoniyi Okudero, said the engagement was aimed at strengthening collaboration ahead of future pilgrimage exercises. He highlighted ongoing reforms by the Comptroller General of the NIS, Mrs. Kemi Nanna Nandap, to make passport and visa services faster, more transparent, and efficient. The Comptroller also pledged the Command’s support in ensuring…

The Federal Government has approved a new financing framework and institutional reforms aimed at providing reliable 24-hour electricity to at least 30% of Nigeria’s health facilities by the end of 2027 under the Nigeria Power for Health Initiative. The approval was granted at the third meeting of the initiative’s Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee, jointly coordinated by the Federal Ministries of Health and Power. Minister of State for Health, Dr. Iziaq Salako, said the committee also approved a facility energy management framework, endorsed new governance structures, and shortlisted eight private sector proposals from about 70 submissions received during the National Healthcare Electrification…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) is set to suspend its planned nationwide strike after a meeting with the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and top government officials at the Presidential Villa produced agreements on the association’s key demands. Speaking after the meeting, NARD President, Dr. Muhammad Suleiman, said both parties agreed on clear timelines to resolve outstanding issues, including salary arrears, promotions, allowances, and welfare. Although he expressed confidence that the dispute had largely been resolved, he said the final decision to call off the strike would be made after consulting the association’s National Executive…