Adekunle Yusuf

5 days ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Yusuf

The Muslim community in Somolu Local Government of Lagos State has disowned a controversial letter rejecting All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmanship candidate over his Christian faith. The letter, which circulated on social media, had sparked outrage and fears of religious tension in the cosmopolitan Lagos suburb. In a swift response, Muslim leaders in Somolu gathered at the Central Mosque, clarifying that the purported rejection does not reflect their sentiments.

1 week ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Yusuf

Two distinguished figures in the theatre and film, Lere Paimo and Francis Onwochei, were honoured with the Award of Excellence in the Creative Arts at the 17th Convocation and 35th Founders’ Day Anniversary of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso. The award, instituted by the university’s Department of Theatre Arts, recognises individuals who have made remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s cultural and creative industries.

1 week ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Yusuf

In a bold move to revive Nigeria’s maritime heritage and strengthen its position in global energy logistics, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has launched a landmark joint venture—Unity Shipping Worldwide. This strategic collaboration brings together NNPC’s shipping arm, NNPC Shipping Limited (NSL), global shipping giant Stena Bulk, and leading indigenous logistics firm Caverton.

1 week ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Yusuf

Justice J.B.K. Aladejana, one of Ekiti State’s longest-serving judicial officers, has raised alarm over his exclusion from the shortlist of nominees forwarded to the National Judicial Council (NJC) for appointment as the next Chief Judge of Ekiti State. The exclusion, according to him, not only contravenes judicial seniority convention but also echoes a painful chapter of past injustice that saw him suspended from office for 16 years.

1 week ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Yusuf |Emmanuel Chidi-Maha

To bolster safety on Lagos waterways, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), and Brass Marine Limited have launched a campaign aimed at educating residents on best practices for water travel and the risks. At a news conference in Lagos, the key stakeholders underscored the need for synergy among government agencies, private sector players and boat operators to curb accidents and protect lives on the waterways.