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NDDC Moves Fast, Begins Reconstruction of Failed Benin Sapele Road Within Days

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Barely two days after announcing an intervention in the failed sections of the Benin Sapele axis of the Benin Asaba Sapele Road, the Niger Delta Development Commission has commenced work, with reconstruction flagged off at the Amukpe Roundabout in Delta State. Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori led the flag off ceremony alongside NDDC Governing Board Chairman Chiedu Ebie, the Commission’s Executive Director for Projects and other directors, with Edo State’s NDDC representative Patrick Aisowieren, Senator Ede Dafinone and House Committee Chairman Erhiatake Ibori Suenu also in attendance. The intervention follows a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of Federal Government efforts to urgently address critical infrastructure challenges facing communities and road users across the Niger Delta. Representing Governor Oborevwori, Commissioner for Works Charles Aniagwu commended the NDDC for demonstrating strong partnership with the governors of the nine Niger Delta states, as the Commission mobilised China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation and Ronan and Flann Limited to execute the project using a rigid pavement design. The NDDC has already scoped approximately 15.4 kilometres covering the stretch from Benin through Ologbo Junction to Sapele, describing the swift start as proof of its commitment to translating presidential directives into tangible outcomes for the Niger Delta. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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Idris to Senior PR Practitioners: Your Wisdom Should Not Retire With You

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The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged senior public relations practitioners to pass on their knowledge and experience to younger colleagues, describing mentorship as one of the truest measures of professional success. Idris spoke at the maiden Bashir Adamu Chedi Annual Memorial Lecture and Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Kaduna State Chapter, describing the event as an enduring platform for mentorship and a fitting tribute to the late Chedi, whose greatest legacy, he said, was not the positions he held but the practitioners he influenced. The Minister stressed that no profession can endure if every generation is forced to start from scratch, calling for experience to be transferred and institutional memory preserved so yesterday’s mistakes become tomorrow’s lessons. He said young practitioners bring energy and knowledge of emerging technology while senior practitioners bring judgement and wisdom, urging both sides to see these strengths as complementary rather than competing. Idris called on practitioners to uphold truth, credibility and integrity, particularly as artificial intelligence and social media continue reshaping communication, saying Chedi’s life should remind professionals that their most enduring legacy lies in the values and knowledge they pass on to others. The event drew a wide range of dignitaries including NIPR Vice President Prof Emmanuel Dandaura, PRCAN Chairman Dr Nkechi Ali Balogun, NAN Managing Director Ali M Ali, NTA Director General Abdulhamid Dembos and FRCN Director General Dr Mohammed Bulama, among others. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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Lagos Police Rally Youths Against Political and Digital Thuggery for International Youth Day

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The Lagos State Police Command has launched a Campaign Against Political and Digital Thuggery alongside a Police Youth Dialogue to mark International Youth Day 2026, themed Different Contexts, Common Aspirations, held at the POWA Secretariat, Oduduwa Street, Lagos. The programme, driven by the directive of Inspector General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at strengthening police youth relations and sensitising young people against political thuggery, digital thuggery and other forms of criminality, drawing participation from sister security agencies, the National Youth Service Corps, NANS, NURTW and youths from police barracks across the state. The dialogue gave participants an open platform to discuss policing, political participation, social media misuse and cultism, with the Command urging young people to channel their energy toward positive development and reject violence, intimidation and digital platforms used for criminal purposes. Engr Adigun Ibrahim Olalekan, Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Lagos State, was honoured as Police Youth Ambassador for his contributions to police youth relations, alongside recognition for leaders of NANS, CRAN and other youth focused organisations. Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Tijani Fatai, commended participating organisations and urged youth leaders, transport unions and community groups to take ownership of the campaign, reiterating that security remains a shared responsibility requiring credible and timely information from residents. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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FG Awards Contracts to Rehabilitate 13 Police Training Institutions

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The Federal Government has awarded contracts for the rehabilitation of 13 police training institutions nationwide, a three week exercise aimed at putting the facilities in shape ahead of new training programmes by the Nigeria Police Force. The update was presented at the 160th meeting of the National Economic Council in Abuja, chaired by who charged the Council to sustain ongoing economic reforms until improvements translate into jobs, stronger purchasing power and better living conditions for Nigerians. NEC also endorsed the Revised National Social Protection Policy for 2026 to 2030, presented by Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Abubakar Bagudu, urging states to align their own social protection policies, laws and budgets with the revised national framework aimed at strengthening coordination, financing and accountability across the federation. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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Ghost Workers Beware: Tinubu Orders Forensic Sweep of IPPIS and Federal Agencies

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, to oversee a comprehensive forensic audit of Federal Government systems, including the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System and the administration and internal controls of federal agencies. The directive follows a Federal Executive Council resolution on August 19, 2026, responding to findings by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission on fake agencies, ghost workers and other control failures across government. The audit will run in two parts, the first examining IPPIS and related payroll, personnel, pension and financial management platforms to trace how fictitious or ineligible persons were enrolled and review access, identity, biometric and bank account controls, while checking interfaces with GIFMIS, Remita and the Treasury Single Account to determine whether fraud stemmed from system defects or deliberate circumvention. The second component will cover all federal agencies, departments, commissions and parastatals, establishing a definitive inventory of such bodies and verifying their legal basis, alongside how they obtain official recognition, budgetary consideration and access to government systems. Tinubu directed that the exercise be conducted with the highest standards of independence and forensic integrity, with the audit team collaborating with the ICPC to complement ongoing investigations and prosecutions, aiming ultimately to close systemic loopholes and strengthen accountability across government. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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Nigeria Mourns as Census Chief Wushishi Dies Mid Mission

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The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed profound shock over the death of Dr Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, Chairman of the National Population Commission, describing his passing as a painful loss to the Commission, the public service and the nation. Idris described the late NPC Chairman, also known as the Talban Wushishi, as a close associate and committed public servant whose dedication to national development was evident even in his brief tenure, noting that Wushishi had set out with a clear vision to deliver a credible, technology driven Population and Housing Census that would provide reliable data for national planning. The Minister said Wushishi’s plans and commitment to the census reflected a deep sense of responsibility and a determination to leave a lasting contribution to Nigeria’s development, commiserating with the government and people of Niger State and the entire Wushishi community, where the deceased held a revered traditional title. Idris extended condolences to the family, colleagues, friends and staff of the NPC, praying that Allah grant them the strength to bear the loss and grant the deceased Aljannatul Firdaus. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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FG Deploys 500,000 Vaccine Doses as Diphtheria Outbreak Hits Katsina, Kano Children

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The Federal Government has activated an emergency task force to contain a diphtheria outbreak among children in parts of Katsina and Kano States, deploying immediate measures to strengthen surveillance, close immunisation gaps and ensure timely access to treatment. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali Pate, issued the directive, with the Federal Ministry of Health working alongside the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, affected state governments and international health partners to form a multi agency response team. The task force, co-chaired by the NCDC Director General and the Director of Public Health, includes representatives from Katsina, Kano, Zamfara and Sokoto States, the World Health Organisation and UNICEF, and has been directed to act on three fronts, outbreak investigation and immunisation, expanded treatment access, and emergency support for referral care. As part of the immediate response, NPHCDA has deployed 500,000 vaccine doses to Katsina and Kano States to support intensified immunisation in affected and at risk communities, while the Katsina State Government works with the task force to establish treatment annexes across the state’s three senatorial districts, Katsina, Daura and Funtua. The Federal Teaching Hospital, Katsina, the principal referral centre for the state and neighbouring areas, will receive urgent support including Diphtheria Antitoxin, intravenous antibiotics, additional clinical personnel and protective equipment, with the task force set to provide weekly progress updates to the Coordinating Minister. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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Edo Turns 35: Youth Group Salutes Heritage, Demands Bigger Stake for Young People

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Benin City — The Youth Structure for Asiwaju, a recognised APC support group known as Asiwaju Boys and Girls, has congratulated the government and people of Edo State on its 35th anniversary, celebrating the state’s heritage and resilience while pressing for greater investment in young people. The goodwill message was delivered by High Chief Godfrey Omoarebu Ogbeide, Secretariat Director of YS4A, on behalf of Dr Michael Nwoko, Convener and National Coordinator of YS4A and Zonal Coordinator for Contact and Mobilisation, South South, Cityboy Movement, alongside the group’s leadership and membership. YS4A felicitated with Governor Monday Okpebholo, the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Oba Ewuare II, traditional institutions and the people of Edo State, with Ogbeide describing Edo at 35 as an occasion to celebrate the state’s achievements while renewing commitment to education, youth empowerment and economic opportunity. He said the state’s youth remain the bridge between its heritage and its future, and must be given room to participate, contribute and prosper. Ogbeide commended Dr Nwoko’s leadership in advancing YS4A’s grassroots mobilisation efforts across Nigeria, including his role with the Cityboy Movement in building, consolidating and validating grassroots structures ahead of the 2027 general elections, work he tied to the group’s declared support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other APC candidates across the South South. YS4A urged stakeholders to work together toward an inclusive, peaceful and prosperous Edo State where young people can meaningfully shape its future, closing with a message of unity for the state’s anniversary. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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FAAN Ends Bolt Standoff, Apologises to Stranded Airport Passengers

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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has resolved its operational dispute with ride hailing service Bolt, clearing the company to resume operations immediately at FAAN managed airports following weeks of disruption for travellers. In a statement dated August 27, 2026, FAAN said the standoff stemmed from nearly a decade of efforts to address challenges around commercial and e hailing vehicles at airports, including passenger solicitation, unregulated pickups and accountability concerns, which led to the introduction of the Airport Car Hire Rank Management System, a queue management tool the Authority insists was never designed to compete with Uber, Bolt or any other mobility platform. The Authority clarified that fares highlighted in recent public discussions were not new rates imposed by FAAN or ACHRAMS, but existing airport taxi fares that the system simply made more visible, a transparency measure that inadvertently drew unfavourable comparison with the lower fares passengers had grown used to on e hailing platforms. FAAN acknowledged the significant impact the temporary interruption had on passengers and issued a direct apology for the difficulties caused, while stressing that its actions were driven by regulatory, safety and security considerations rather than economic interest. Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, said the resolution proves that airport security and integrity can be protected while preserving the convenience e hailing services offer passengers, adding that FAAN remains engaged with other e hailing operators and expects outstanding discussions to conclude soon. The Authority reaffirmed that passengers remain free to choose whichever authorised transportation option best suits their needs, with FAAN’s responsibility limited to ensuring that whichever service they choose operates within a safe, secure and accountable airport environment. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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Tinubu Orders Coordinated Rescue Operation After Niger State Mass Abduction

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services and all relevant security and intelligence agencies to launch an immediate coordinated rescue operation for victims of a recent mass abduction in Niger State. In a statement issued on August 25, 2026, the President said he was outraged by the abduction and killing of innocent citizens by criminal elements in the state, describing those behind the attack as enemies of peace and enemies of humanity who will not go unpunished. Tinubu extended condolences to the families of those killed in the assault, praying for eternal rest for the deceased and fortitude for their loved ones, and assured the people of Niger State that the entire nation shares in their anguish and will not rest until the abducted are brought home safely. The President said he has directed Service Chiefs to provide him with regular briefings on the progress of the rescue operation until every victim is accounted for, vowing that terror will not cow Nigeria and that government will defend its people and protect their communities. He affirmed that the Federal Government stands firmly with the Niger State Government and will provide all necessary support toward recovery, relief and reinforced security in the affected areas. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed

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