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Lagos State Launches Eko Flavours Competition: 50 Chefs Selected for Culinary Showcase

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Lagos State Launches Eko Flavours Competition: 50 Chefs Selected for Culinary Showcase

The Lagos State Government, through its Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, has announced the selection of 50 local chefs to participate in the inaugural edition of the Eko Flavours Competition. This initiative aims to provide a platform for food vendors and chefs to display their culinary skills while engaging with food enthusiasts across the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking at a news conference in Ikeja on Thursday, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Abiola Olusanya, revealed that over 150 applications were initially submitted for the competition. After a rigorous selection process, which included the submission of a one-minute video by each applicant, 70 entries were shortlisted. However, only 50 chefs were ultimately chosen to move forward.

“The Eko Flavours Project is designed to foster a culture of healthy eating and promote a balanced diet. This competition serves as a transformative platform to highlight Lagos State as the melting pot of Nigeria while showcasing the culinary talents of our youth and local market vendors,” Olusanya stated.

The project, launched in partnership with the private sector, is part of the government’s broader effort to transform Lagos State’s food markets and improve the state’s food system. Contestants were required to submit a video explaining their motivation for joining the competition. After careful review, 50 chefs were selected to advance to the next stage, which will lead to quarterfinals, semifinals, and the grand finale.

Olusanya emphasized that the top 20 finalists would be determined by public votes, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process.

Jennifer Odufuwa, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Tantacom Group, echoed this sentiment, noting that the selection process had been conducted fairly and that the contestants had exceeded expectations.

The winner of the Eko Flavours Competition will be awarded the title of Eko Flavours Champion Ambassador for one year, along with a grand prize of N5 million. Additional rewards include a one-year supply of free products, a N200,000 shopping voucher for the Mushin Fresh Food Hub, a certificate of achievement, and an award plaque. The first runner-up will receive N3 million, a six-month supply of products, and a N100,000 shopping voucher, while the second runner-up will be awarded N1 million, a three-month supply of products, and a N50,000 shopping voucher. The fourth and fifth-place contestants will also receive cash prizes.

The 50 successful chefs, selected from the 70 who submitted videos, will now be mobilized with a voucher to shop for the next phase of the competition at the Food Hub in Idi Oro, Mushin. The competition promises to be an exciting journey of culinary discovery and a celebration of Lagos’ rich food culture.

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Sentimental Nothings – Presidency Blasts Peter Obi Over Plan To Unite Nigeria.

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Fredrick Nwabufo, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Engagement to President Bola Tinubu, has strongly criticized Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), following his recent interview addressing national issues.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Obi had recently stated his intention to unite the country if he wins the 2027 presidency. In response, Nwabufo released a signed statement dismissing Obi’s remarks and arguing that the opposition candidate demonstrates a fundamental lack of governance experience. He characterized Obi’s statements as “sentimental nothings” devoid of any concrete policy or plan for Nigeria.

Nwabufo stated:

“Peter Obi’s interview shows him again to be vacant of deep thought, understanding of governance, and taken up by syrupy rhetoric. He still has no plan, no alternative, and no policy plank, beyond a mouthful of sentimental nothings. Obi’s claim: He claimed he would unite Nigeria, but failed to explain how beyond the tired refrain of his cooks and ADC being northerners. His utterances, actions, and those of his followers have but deepened the chasm.”

The presidential aide further noted that genuine national unity relies on inclusive governance, economic integration, and equitable citizenship rather than empty promises. He maintained that true cohesion requires distributing public resources fairly to all citizens, regardless of their background, ethnicity, or faith.

Highlighting the achievements of the current administration, Nwabufo asserted that President Tinubu’s government has excelled in this area by ensuring all six geopolitical zones equitably benefit from national projects and programs. He also pointed out that the administration has advanced inclusive governance by appointing young professionals from diverse backgrounds to manage strategic sectors of government at an unprecedented level.

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RECORD-BREAKING DEAL! Alonso Predicts Morgan Rogers Will Set Stamford Bridge Alight Alongside Cole Palmer!.

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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso believes club-record signing Morgan Rogers will make an immediate impact and build a powerful partnership with Cole Palmer following his £117 million transfer from Aston Villa. Rogers sealed his historic six-year deal (with an option for an extra year) last week, becoming the most expensive British player ever. Although the 24-year-old is resting after international duty with England at the World Cup—while the squad tours Sydney—Alonso is not concerned about his integration.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Alonso praised the signing, noting that Rogers was one of the absolute best options available to fill that crucial role. Having known each other well and previously expressed a desire to play together at club level, Rogers and Palmer are expected by Alonso to forge a strong attacking connection. The Chelsea boss outlined his tactical plan to balance the team, expressing confidence that getting the right mix of special players in proper positions will boost the side’s competitiveness both with and without the ball.

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QUESTIONS OF TRANSPARENCY: Over ₦950 Billion Budgeted For SUVs And Vague Empowerment Schemes Sparks Fury!.

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The Federal Government has allocated ₦962.83 billion in the 2026 budget for Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) and empowerment projects, a figure that surpasses the combined allocations of seven major federal ministries. An analysis by Tracka revealed that this total includes ₦15.13 billion for 39 SUVs and ₦947.70 billion distributed across 2,579 empowerment projects. This spending outstrips the combined ₦960.27 billion allocated to ministries such as Industry, Trade and Investment; Housing and Urban Development; Women Affairs; Justice; Livestock Development; Aviation and Aerospace Development; and Petroleum Resources.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

  • Lack of Transparency: Tracka highlighted that only 70 of the 2,579 empowerment projects have clearly identified locations, making tracking and oversight difficult for citizens and institutions.

  • Unconventional Implementing Agencies: Projects were assigned to 184 agencies, including institutions outside their traditional mandates, such as the Federal Cooperative College, Oji River, and the National Agricultural Development Fund.

  • Heavy Borrowing & Fiscal Deficit: The 2026 budget projects a fiscal deficit of about 46 percent, leading experts to warn against heavy reliance on borrowing for opaque allocations.

  • Economists’ Warnings: Experts like Dr. Muda Yusuf and Prof. Sheriffdeen Tella cautioned that excessive debt and spending borrowed funds on imported empowerment items rather than supporting local industries could threaten macroeconomic stability.

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