The Federal Government has officially renamed the 750-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway. Minister of Works David Umahi explained that this decision honors the President, noting that the project’s original vision began nearly 30 years ago during Tinubu’s time as the Governor of Lagos State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This recent renaming, announced on July 16, 2026, joins a significant and growing list of public assets and institutions that have been named or established in President Tinubu’s honor since he took office in May 2023.

Public Assets Named After President Tinubu

• Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna: In March 2024, the airport—formerly the Abubakar Imam International Airport—was renamed by Governor Umar Bago to acknowledge the President’s support for Niger State.

• Bola Ahmed Tinubu Way, Abuja: Following its reconstruction in May 2024, the Abuja Southern Parkway, which connects the Christian Centre to Ring Road One, was renamed by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

• Bola Tinubu Building (National Assembly Library): Inaugurated by the President in May 2024, this newly completed library was named in his honor by the National Assembly.

• Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex (BATTIC): Formerly the Nigeria Immigration Service command and control centre, this facility was renamed in December 2024 to serve as a hub for border security and technological innovation.

• Bola Ahmed Tinubu Polytechnic, Gwarinpa: Established in January 2025 by the Federal Government, this institution focuses on entrepreneurial, vocational, and technical education.

• Bola Ahmed Tinubu Barracks, Asokoro: Named by the Nigerian Army in January 2025, this new military facility features operational infrastructure, residential quarters, and sporting amenities.

• Tinubu International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja: Following comprehensive renovations, the Abuja International Conference Centre was renamed in June 2025 by the FCT Administration.

With the inclusion of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, at least eight major public facilities or infrastructure projects have been renamed or established to bear the President’s name during his administration.

Several All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirants in Ondo State, who are loyal to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, have initiated legal action against the party and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding the National Assembly primary elections. These aspirants, who were unsuccessful in their bids, are challenging the candidate list submitted to INEC, citing irregularities in the nomination process. Represented by the law firm of Remi Olatubora (SAN), the plaintiffs are seeking a judicial review to determine if the list provided to INEC accurately reflects the results of the primaries.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Involved Aspirants: The group includes several politicians, such as Gbenga Elegbeleye, Taiwo Fasoranti, Leke Akingboye, Rasaq Obe, Kayode Ijalana, Oyerinmade Matthew, and Olumuyiwa Daramola.

• Stakeholder Concerns: Some party stakeholders worry that this litigation could hinder the APC’s preparations for the 2027 general elections and are encouraging the use of internal resolution mechanisms to maintain party unity.

• Similar Dispute in Benue State: A comparable situation has developed in Benue State, where aspirants loyal to Governor Hyacinth Alia filed Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1429/2026 to prevent the alteration of their state’s candidate list.

• Status Quo Order: In the Benue case, Justice I.E. Ekwo has ordered all parties to maintain the status quo while the court reviews the matter.

In a significant departure from tradition, the winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain will be presented with specially crafted championship rings, a practice typically associated with American sports like the NFL’s Super Bowl. The victorious squad will receive 30 of these rings, which feature a miniature World Cup trophy and an engraved inner band, while 1,996 replicas will be produced for fans.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Presidential Attendance and Tournament Controversies

• United States President Donald Trump is set to present the World Cup trophy following Sunday’s final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

• His attendance at the final has been officially confirmed by FIFA president Gianni Infantino and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, despite the President not attending any of the previous 102 tournament matches.

• Trump’s involvement follows a major controversy earlier in the tournament, where he requested a review of a red card issued to US forward Folarin Balogun.

• FIFA’s subsequent decision to suspend Balogun’s automatic ban drew widespread criticism and sparked concerns regarding the integrity of the competition, especially as no other similar suspensions were overturned despite appeals from teams like France and England.

Tournament Status and Logistics

• Despite air quality warnings in New York due to wildfire smoke from Canada, there is currently no indication that the final match will be impacted.

• The 2026 tournament is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

• Before the final on Sunday, England and France are scheduled to face off in the third-place play-off on Saturday.