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  • Comrade Dauda Urges Youths To Drive Nation-Building Through Active Citizenship.

    Comrade Dauda Urges Youths To Drive Nation-Building Through Active Citizenship.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda, has emphasized the crucial role of Nigerian youths in shaping the country’s future, urging them to take ownership of their responsibilities and contribute to national development.

    Speaking at the 2nd Annual Citizen-Focused Governance Dialogue, Dauda stressed that true progress is driven by citizens who prioritize service and commitment to their communities, rather than personal gains.

    Drawing from his personal journey in leadership and public service, he emphasized that true development is driven by citizens who are committed to contributing their quota to national progress without prioritizing immediate personal gains.

    According to him, “Young people must understand that nationhood thrives when citizens choose consistent service over selfish expectations. Personal benefits will naturally flow from selfless commitment to humanity and community development.”

    He encouraged the youth to remain focused despite prevailing national challenges, stressing that resilience, patriotism, and discipline remain the strongest pillars of growth, both for individuals and for the nation.

    Investigator news reports that the dialogue, organized by The Nigerian Factor in collaboration with ipComm and Lagos Talks 91.3 FM, brought together civic leaders, policy thinkers, and governance advocates to discuss ways to improve citizen engagement in governance.

    Comrade Dauda reiterated that governance is a collective responsibility and called on the youth to participate actively in democratic processes, volunteerism, community service, information sharing, and constructive dialoguee; actions he described as “the lifeblood of an accountable and progressive society.”

    He also used the opportunity to challenge leaders at all levels to build systems that inspire hope, encourage youth inclusion, and promote meritocracy.

    Present at the event with the Chairman were the Vice Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, the Chief of Staff, Chief (Mrs.) Funmibi Akinduro, Chief Soku, and several other notable personalities who came to support the impactful engagement.

    The Ikeja LG Chairman went further to commend the organizers for sustaining the platform, noting that such dialogues are essential in shaping a responsible, informed, and participatory citizenry.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Ejigbo LCDA:PDP collapses In Aigbaka Ward As Woman leader,20 Others Defect To APC.

    Ejigbo LCDA:PDP collapses In Aigbaka Ward As Woman leader,20 Others Defect To APC.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The political structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Aigbaka Ward in Ejigbo Local Council Development Area of Lagos State,suffered a major setback recently as key stakeholders dumped the party for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the outstanding performance of Aare Tahoeed Adebayo Taiwo, Executive Chairman of Ejigbo LCDA and Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu. 

    A former PDP Woman leader in the ward led 20 other women and their supporters into the APC in what many described as a significant blow to the opposition.

    Speaking at the ward meeting held at Ile Iwe Primary School on Tuesday 2, November 2025,the woman leader said she was motivated by the achievements of Aare TAT within his 100 days in office which have continued to attract support across the local government

    “I cannot campaign against the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 because of what Aare TAT has done since his assumption into office,he has transformed Ejigbo in terms of road infrastructure, therefore I led other women and my supporters into the party and we  would all support him and President Tinubu to continue beyond 2027,” she stated.

    “Aare TAT and President Tinubu has turned around the fortunes of the local government and that of the country respectively and he is consolidating on the good legacies of former Council boss,Hon Obe. I cannot remain in the PDP,I have decided to move to the Progressive family to contribute my quota to the development of our dear local government under the leadership of the Aare Taiwo Adebayo Taiwo “she said.

    The ceremony was witnessed by party stalwart and members of the party including the LGA Publicity Secretary Dr Odusanya, Councillor representing Aigbaika ward, Hon Taiwo Hassan.

    Others are Hon Sodiq Adebisi,Hon Osinowo,Hon Hammed,Mrs Oladiti,Mrs Olukosi Toyin,Hon Alfred Olaris,Hon Hamzat,Hon Michael Afolabi,Mrs Saladueen Titilayo and Mr Olabiran Oladayo.

    The Councilor representing Aigbaika ward,Hon Taiwo thanked the new members for their faith in the All Progressives Congress and the administration of Aare TAT saying the party is ready to accommodate all lagosians.

    “I thank the party leadership for their hard work over the years. In this Ward, the All Progressives Congress has never lost any election. It shows that our people believe in the party and we are the only Ward in the entire Ejigbo LCDA with this enviable record.

    “With the coming of these heavyweights, we will even be stronger and we won’t be satisfied until everyone in Aigbaka Ward belongs to the All Progressives Congress. We are not selfish, we are only progressive in our thinking.

     

    “The Council boss is not saying anything and the opposition is collapsing in the local government.He must have learnt this from his political father, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. His performance is killing the opposition as all Ejigbo residents are rallying behind his leadership,” he said.

    The Ward Chairman,Mr R.A.Ibikunle thanked the decamped members for having faith in the All Progressive Congress while assuring them that they would all be accommodated in every thing they do.

    He highlighted some of the achievements recorded by the current administration of Aare Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo which include road infrastructure, solar electrification, desilting of the drainage, empowerment and many more. He used the occasion to invite them to the 100 days ceremony of the Executive Chairman.

    Investigator news gathered that mass defections have continued to hit opposition parties across Ejigbo LCDA and Lagos State in general as more prominent figures join the APC, further strengthening the ruling party ahead of future political contests.

    Highlight of the event was presentation of gifts and recharge cards to the members of the ward by the Councilor,Hon Taiwo through ballot picking as 4 lucky winners went home with a carton of indomie and many others smiled with recharge cards.

     

     

     

  • Reckless Driving Claims Lives Of Police Officer, Scavenger In Lagos

    Reckless Driving Claims Lives Of Police Officer, Scavenger In Lagos

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    A tragic accident occurred at Ilubirin inward Simpson, Lagos Island, claiming the lives of a police officer and a scavenger.

     

    Investigator news reports that the driver of a Toyota Camry vehicle, MUS 885 JA, was speeding when he lost control and veered off his lane, striking the victims.

    LASTMA personnel stationed around the Ilubirin axis swiftly intervened, cordoning off the accident zone to ensure safety and prevent further complications.

    The driver attempted to flee the scene but was apprehended by LASTMA personnel and handed over to the police.

    The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, who visited the accident scene in a sober and reflective mood, commiserated deeply with the families, colleagues and communities affected by the tragic incident.

    He lamented the needless loss of lives and described the event as a painful reminder of the consequences of reckless driving.

    Mr. Bakare-Oki went further to admonished motorists generally to adhere strictly to government-approved speed limits and to maintain the highest standards of road discipline.

    He reiterated that speed violations remain one of the leading causes of avoidable road fatalities.

    The General Manager reaffirmed LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to continuous public enlightenment on road safety protocols, urging all road users—particularly drivers—to adopt safer driving habits in order to prevent future tragedies.

    Investigator news gathered that the accidented vehicle was professionally evacuated by LASTMA operatives to forestall secondary accidents and restore normalcy to traffic flow in the corridor.

     

     

     

  • LASTMA’s Olalekan Bakare-Oki Wins Prestigious Traffic Management Award

    LASTMA’s Olalekan Bakare-Oki Wins Prestigious Traffic Management Award

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has announced that its General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has been awarded the “Traffic Management Chief Executive Officer of the Year 2025” by Razornews Limited.

    The award was presented at the 2025 Inter-Agency Cooperation Awards & Lecture, held on December 2nd, 2025, at the Shoregate Hotel, G.R.A., Ikeja, Lagos.

    The honour, which celebrates visionary leadership, administrative excellence and strategic inter-agency synergy stands as an unequivocal testament to Mr. Bakare-Oki’s transformative stewardship of LASTMA, as well as his unwavering commitment to repositioning the Agency as a paragon of operational discipline, service innovation and civic-minded responsiveness.

    Mr. Bakare-Oki described the recognition as “a solemn call to deepen our pursuit of a traffic management architecture that is technology-driven, human-centric and globally benchmarked.”

    He further dedicated the award to the resilient corps of LASTMA officers whose steadfast diligence across Lagos roads continues to safeguard mobility, catalyse economic productivity and enhance public trust in governmental institutions.

    Razornews Limited, organisers of the award, extolled the LASTMA General Manager for his exceptional administrative acumen, strategic foresight and unrivalled dedication to inter-agency collaboration—qualities that have profoundly strengthened Lagos State’s traffic management landscape.

    According to the award committee, Mr. Bakare-Oki’s leadership ethos has “set a new paradigm for harmonious institutional cooperation in the collective quest for a safer, smarter and more orderly Lagos.”

    Investigator news reports that the 2025 Inter-Agency Cooperation Awards & Lecture convened senior government officials, security formations, emergency responders, corporate executives and development experts to dissect emerging issues in urban mobility, institutional partnership and service delivery.

    The programme underscored the pivotal role of collaborative governance as a catalyst for infrastructural optimisation and sustainable metropolitan advancement.

    The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA ) affirms that this prestigious honour will further galvanize the Agency’s commitment to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, accountability and humane enforcement—in alignment with the visionary leadership of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu who continues to champion the evolution of Lagos into a 21st-century megacity anchored on orderliness, efficiency and collective responsibility.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Kogi State Government Mourns Victims Of Tragic Accident,Pledges Support To Families.

    Kogi State Government Mourns Victims Of Tragic Accident,Pledges Support To Families.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Kogi State Government has expressed its deepest condolences to the families of victims of a tragic accident that occurred along the Lokoja-Okene road, claiming six lives and leaving 13 others injured.

    Investigator news reports that the accident involved a bus carrying citizens returning from the commemoration of the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities at the Government House, Lokoja.

    In a statement signed by Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the government described the accident as unfortunate and pledged to take full responsibility for the medical care of the injured.

    Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed government officials to provide support to the families of the victims and ensure the injured receive the best possible treatment.

    The statement reads, “Thirteen others sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving medical attention at different health facilities across the state.

    “This tragedy has brought profound sorrow to the Government and people of Kogi State. We mourn deeply with the families of the deceased and extend our heartfelt condolences to them during this painful and devastating moment.”

    “The loss of any Kogite is a loss to us all, and we stand in solidarity with the affected families and communities. This is indeed a dark day in our history.”the statement reads.

    The Commissioner went further to state that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed government officials to provide support to the families of the victims and ensure the injured receive the best possible treatment.

    “His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the Executive Governor of Kogi State, has directed that the State Government take full responsibility for the medical care of all injured persons until they fully recover.”

    “Government officials have been deployed to the various hospitals to ensure that the victims receive the best possible treatment and to provide support to their families.”

    “Our hearts are with the families who lost their loved ones, as we consider this a state tragedy of devastating magnitude.”

    “As we collectively grieve, we ask for prayers for the repose of the souls of the departed and for the quick recovery of the injured. May God grant the bereaved families the strength to bear this irreparable loss.”Fanwo submitted.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Abule-Ado Crash: LASTMA Condoles Family Of Federal Firefighter,Vows To Crack Down on One-Way Driving.

    Abule-Ado Crash: LASTMA Condoles Family Of Federal Firefighter,Vows To Crack Down on One-Way Driving.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has expressed its deepest condolences to the family of a Federal Fire Service officer who lost his life in a tragic road accident at Abule-Ado.

    The incident occurred when a commercial motorcyclist riding against traffic collided with the firefighter, who was attempting to cross the expressway.

    According to eyewitnesses, the motorcyclist was speeding and riding against the approved direction of traffic, leading to the fatal collision.

    A Shacman truck, (with registration number: JJJ 919 YK) which was heavily laden with sand, was unable to brake effectively and crashed into the firefighter, resulting in his death.

    Investigator news reports that LASTMA personnel responded promptly to the incident, cordoning off the area and ensuring the safety of other road users.

    The motorcyclist responsible for the incident fled the scene, while the driver of the Shacman truck also abandoned the vehicle and escaped.

    The remains of the late Firefighter were respectfully evacuated by his colleagues from the Federal Fire Service using an official ambulance deployed from the Trade Fair Complex.

    Following effective scene management, LASTMA Officials handed over the impounded truck to designated security personnel for comprehensive investigation and further legal procedures.

    In a condolence message,the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, praying that Almighty God grants them the strength and fortitude to endure this irreplaceable loss.

    He assured the family of LASTMA’s support during this deeply distressing period.

    Lamenting the persistent and dangerous practice of driving against traffic across Lagos, the General Manager issued a stern warning to motorists and commercial motorcyclists emphasising that such reckless conduct has repeatedly resulted in needless tragedies and immeasurable anguish.

    He urged all road users to obey directional signs and comply strictly with government-approved speed limits as an essential civic responsibility towards preserving human life.

    Investigator news gathered that LASTMA has reiterated its unwavering commitment to promoting safety, enforcing traffic laws, and fostering a more disciplined and responsible motoring culture throughout Lagos State.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Kogi State Mourns Passing Of Renowned Pathologist, Prof. Albert Anjorin.

    Kogi State Mourns Passing Of Renowned Pathologist, Prof. Albert Anjorin.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Kogi State Government has expressed its deep sadness over the passing of Professor Albert Anjorin, a distinguished son of the state and a pioneer in the field of Pathology in Nigeria.

    In a condolence message signed by Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, described Anjorin as a mentor to generations of medical professionals and a man of great brilliance, humility, and commitment to humanity.

    Fanwo said,“Professor Anjorin was a pioneer in the field of Pathology in Nigeria, a mentor to generations of medical professionals, and a man whose brilliance, humility, and commitment to humanity earned him admiration across the world.”

    “From his early days in Orokere-Amuro to his rise as a respected scholar and administrator, he carried the values of excellence, integrity, and service with great devotion.”

    “His contributions to medical education and healthcare development, particularly through his outstanding leadership at the University of Ilorin, have left an indelible mark that will continue to shape lives for many years to come. Kogi State is proud of the global footprints he made and the countless individuals he inspired.”

    “At this difficult moment, the Government of Kogi State commiserates with his family, the Orokere-Amuro community, the Okun nation, the medical community, and all who mourn this great loss. We pray that God grants his soul eternal rest and gives his loved ones the strength to bear this painful departure.”

    “Professor Anjorin lived a life of impact. His legacy will remain a guiding light for future generations.”the statement reads

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Fidelity Bank Receives Customs Service Award For Pioneering Role In UCMS Implementation

    Fidelity Bank Receives Customs Service Award For Pioneering Role In UCMS Implementation

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    Fidelity Bank’s leadership in digital innovation and public sector collaboration has once again been spotlighted as the tier-one lender was honoured at the Comptroller General of Customs Award Night 2025.

    At the ceremony, which took place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Grand Ballroom, Abuja, on Friday, 21 November 2025, Fidelity Bank was presented with a prestigious award by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for being the first bank to successfully process Customs Duty and the Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR) on the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS).

    The award, presented under the leadership of the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi (MFR), serves as a formal recognition of the bank’s “Distinctive Performance and Commitment to the Ideals and Vision of the Nigeria Customs Service.”

    Receiving the award on behalf of the bank, the Executive Director, FCT & North, Mr. Sufiyanu Garba, stated, “This award is a testament to our commitment to operational excellence and our resolve to support the digital transformation of Nigeria’s trade and customs ecosystem.

    We are proud to be at the forefront of this historic milestone and remain dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that drive Nigeria’s economic development.”

    The bank’s quick adoption of the UCMS stems from its vision for a truly seamless and borderless African trade. Earlier this year, the bank officially launched the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), following a successful onboarding and over N46 billion in early transactions.

    PAPSS enables instant, local currency cross-border payments across Africa, particularly benefiting SMEs. By integrating PAPSS into its core operations, Fidelity Bank continues to dismantle trade barriers, empower businesses, and expand its impact across the continent.

    This latest recognition by the Nigeria Customs Service adds to Fidelity Bank’s impressive streak of achievements in 2025, including its double win as “Best Bank for Export & Trade Finance” and “Most Innovative Bank of the Year” at the BusinessDay Bank and Other Financial Institutions’ (BAFI) Awards.

    These accolades underscore the bank’s commitment to empowering businesses, driving innovation, and supporting Nigeria’s economic advancement. The Comptroller General of Customs Award further affirms Fidelity Bank’s pivotal role in modernizing trade processes and aligning with the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda.

    Ranked among the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged Commercial Deposit Money Bank serving over 9.1 million customers through digital banking channels, its 255 business offices in Nigeria and United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.

    The Bank is a recipient of multiple local and international Awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards; the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award for its Fidelity Mobile App by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider award by Global Brands Magazine.

    Additionally, the Bank was recognized as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and as the Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.

  • Anambra Education Budgetary Analysis: Building Tomorrow’s Leaders.

    Anambra Education Budgetary Analysis: Building Tomorrow’s Leaders.

    By Christian ABURIME

    With his glaring antecedents as a foremost academic and adoption of free education policy in Anambra State, no one doubts that Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo places high premium on education as a pillar of societal development.

    This is why in the 2026 “Changing Gears 3.0” budget of ₦757.9 billion, no sector receives a louder vote of confidence than Education: a breathtaking 46.9% year-on-year increase, the highest of any major sector.

    This is definitely a declaration of war on mediocrity and a key investment in the only resource that truly lasts in any society: the minds of Anambra’s children and youth as tomorrow’s leaders.

    Indeed, Governor Soludo has repeatedly said that the ultimate measure of his administration will be the quality of human capital it leaves behind after office. The 46.9% leap is the financial translation of that promise.

    What the budgetary increase will deliver in 2026 is quite reassuring. One is the construction of brand-new model public primary schools in 30 communities that have never had one.

    For the first time in the history of those communities, children will walk to a government-built, fully equipped, 21st-century primary school instead of trekking long distances or dropping out entirely.

    Aggressive upgrade of existing public primary and secondary schools will follow. Through ASUBEB and multiple parallel schemes, hundreds of classrooms, laboratories, libraries, ICT centres, perimeter fencing, and sanitation facilities will be built or renovated.

    There may also be an establishment of two new specialist tertiary institutions, including possible specialisations in Engineering/Technology and Medical Sciences, areas that are critical for industrial and health-sector leapfrogging.

    There will be full sustenance of the ongoing free education from kindergarten to SS3 and expanded bursary scheme. No child pays a kobo in fees, levies, or PTA charges in any public school anymore.

    The 2026 budget may also increase the number of university and polytechnic bursaries awarded to indigent students.

    Deeper partnership with mission schools will be pursued. A high-level committee will be inaugurated to identify new areas of support beyond the current ₦1.2 billion monthly salary bill the state already pays for teachers in returned mission schools.

    Towards digital education push,
    completion and equipping of additional smart schools, rollout of tablets and broadband connectivity to more secondary schools, and teacher retraining in digital pedagogy will be a viable goal.

    Teachers’ welfare will remain a top priority. Continued prompt payment of salaries, promotion, arrears clearance, and massive in-service training to maintain Anambra’s status as home to Nigeria’s best-trained public-school teachers.

    As the foregoing educational initiatives are pursued and implemented, there will expectedly be a positive impact on state development.

    Permanent closure of the out-of-school-children gap will be guaranteed. Anambra already has the lowest rate in Nigeria. The 2026 investments will push it close to zero, ensuring universal basic education becomes reality, not rhetoric.

    Public-school enrolment has already risen 47% (secondary) and 27% (primary) since 2022. The new infrastructure and quality improvements will accelerate this trend, easing pressure on expensive private schools and making quality education genuinely democratic.

    Long-term crime reduction will follow, as every child kept in school is one less recruit for touts, cultists, or internet fraudsters. Education remains the most powerful anti-crime vaccine.

    Smart schools, specialist tertiary institutions, and digital-skills integration will produce graduates who are not just employable but capable of creating the next Flutterwave, Andela, or Paystack from Anambra soil. In national and global competitiveness, Anambra students already dominate WAEC, JAMB, and Olympiad medals.

    The 46.9% investment will turn dominance into absolute supremacy, attracting research grants, partnerships with top global universities, and prestige that money alone cannot buy.

    In other words, the 46.9% budgetary increase for the Education sector is the single most important line item in the entire 2026 budget. Roads will not last forever, factories will modernise along the way, but the minds shaped in 2026 will still be leading Anambra, Nigeria, and Africa into the future.

    Thus Governor Soludo is building the future architects of the African Dubai-Taiwan-Silicon Valley he has promised. When the history of Anambra’s rise is written, this education revolution will be chapter one.

  • AKOD Commends First Lady’s Efforts To Combat Gender Based Violence.

    AKOD Commends First Lady’s Efforts To Combat Gender Based Violence.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has praised the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, for her tireless efforts to combat gender-based violence in the state.

    AKOD made this commendation while attending the official commissioning and handover ceremony of the newly upgraded Lagos State Police Command Gender Unit, located beside Grange School, Harold Shodipo Crescent, Ikeja.

    The upgraded facility is expected to enhance timely intervention, victim support, and coordinated justice delivery.

    AKOD praised the First Lady for her efforts to protect vulnerable groups and strengthen the fight against gender-based violence.

    He emphasized the importance of collaboration between government institutions, security agencies, and community leaders in building a safe and just society.

    The Council boss noted that the First Lady’s vision and leadership have been instrumental in promoting a safe and just society, and urged all stakeholders to work together to protect vulnerable groups and promote a culture of respect and dignity for all.

    Comrade Dauda also commended the Lagos State Police Command for their efforts in combating gender-based violence and promoting the rights of vulnerable groups.

    Investigator news reports that the ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including the wife of the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Her Excellency Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat, and the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh Moshood.