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Tinubu Ends 10-Day Lagos Working Visit, Returns to Abuja for Strategic Talks
ABUJA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu returned to Nigeria’s capital on Monday after concluding a 10-day working visit in Lagos, during which he held high-level meetings aimed at bolstering investment, infrastructure and maritime development.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a statement from his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President left Abuja on Sept. 26 for Lagos after attending the coronation of Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, in Ibadan.
Key engagements in Lagos
While in Lagos, President Tinubu met with several prominent investors and industry leaders, including Bayo Ogunlesi, CEO of Global Infrastructure Partners, and Hakeem Belo-Osagie, Chairman of Metis Capital Partners and former chairman of UBA and Etisalat.
He also hosted Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), together with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, and other maritime stakeholders. In those talks, the President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to growing Nigeria’s maritime sector and positioning it as a stronger revenue stream beyond oil.
Additionally, ahead of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, Tinubu visited Imo State to inaugurate various projects and unveiled a book by Governor Hope Uzodimma chronicling a decade of APC governance.
He also commissioned the renovated National Theatre in Lagos—renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts—and used his Independence Day address to call on Nigerians to unite, speak positively of the nation, and back national development efforts.
On Oct. 4, he traveled to Jos, Plateau State, to attend the funeral of Mama Lydia Yilwatda, mother of APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, making public assurances of fairness and equity among religious communities.
Return to Abuja, next steps
Upon his return to Abuja, President Tinubu is expected to engage with key national institutions and agencies to follow up on his Lagos visit’s outcomes. One early meeting reportedly will be with Bashir Ojulari, Group CEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), focusing on energy policies and aligning them with broader investment and diversification goals.
Observers say the visit highlights Tinubu’s dual approach: rally private capital and strengthen institutional anchors in Abuja. The Lagos corridor remains Nigeria’s commercial nerve center, and such trips are seen as crucial to closing the gap between federal strategy and on-the-ground industry confidence.
Challenges and expectations
Analysts note Nigeria is at a fragile inflection point. With a volatile global climate, energy price pressures, and domestic demands for jobs and infrastructure, the success of such working visits hinges on clear follow-through and measurable outcomes.
If President Tinubu can transform dialogue into actionable projects, especially in maritime logistics and infrastructure, the visit may be remembered as a turning point rather than a ceremonial tour.
Yet skepticism remains. Implementation has historically lagged in previous administrations, and civil society and media will closely monitor whether promises translate into concrete results.
For now, Nigeria watches as Tinubu returns to the capital with a slate of new pledges and expectations.
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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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