NEWS

Tinubu Hails Lebara Nigeria Launch, Says Telecom Sector Driving Economic Growth

Daily Dispatch February 28, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the official launch of Lebara Nigeria, describing it as a strong endorsement of Nigeria’s growing digital economy and its position as a prime destination for technology investment in Africa. In a State House statement, the President noted that Nigeria’s

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Tinubu Pushes for State Police, Backs Lawmakers’ Return Ahead of 2027

Daily Dispatch February 28, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has again advocated the establishment of state police as part of efforts to strengthen security nationwide, while also pledging support for initiatives aimed at improving the re-election chances of members of the House of Representatives of Nigeria. The President made the remarks on Friday at the State House, Abuja, during an […]

Politics

ADC Raises Alarm Over INEC Timetable, Says Membership Requirement ‘Unrealistic’

Daily Dispatch February 28, 2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed concern over the feasibility of meeting key requirements outlined by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. ADC spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the timelines set by INEC place an almost impossible burden on political parties, particularly with regard to membership

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Ogun Awards ₦6.1bn Contract for Court of Appeal Complex in Abeokuta

Daily Dispatch February 27, 2026

The Ogun State Government has approved the award of a contract for the construction of a complex to house the Abeokuta Division of the Court of Appeal. The approval was granted at the State Executive Council meeting held today. The contract, valued at ₦6,118,098,154.70, provides for the development of the court complex on a 2.6-hectare […]

BUSINESS

First Cargo Plane From Europe to Land at Gateway International Airport Soon – Abiodun

Daily Dispatch February 27, 2026

Cargo operations are set to commence at the Gateway International Airport within the next 30 to 45 days, with the first cargo aircraft from Europe expected to land at the facility. Governor Dapo Abiodun made this known during an on-the-spot assessment of work at the Industrial Platform, Remo Free Trade Zone, located along the Sagamu–Ijebu-Ode […]

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Osun APC National Assembly Caucus Demands Probe of Alleged Payroll Fraud, Cites Audit Findings

Daily Dispatch February 27, 2026

Members of the Osun State caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the National Assembly have demanded a thorough investigation into the alleged payroll fraud in the state, describing it as criminal and condemnable the reported content of a leaked audio involving the Chief of Staff to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Kazeem Akinleye, and an […]