By Afolabi Oyekunle. Technical Adviser to the Vice-president on Transportation, Logistics and Innovation, Dr. Segun Obayendo has described China's zero-tariff policy for exports from African countries as a significant opportunity for Nigeria to expand exports, strengthen manufacturing, attract new investments and deepen participation in global value chains. Dr. Obayendo said this while speaking virtually on Monday at the 2026 Ningbo–Africa Trade & Logistics Cooperation Forum in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China.                        Dr. Obayendo. According to him, "China's zero-tariff initiative presents a strategic opportunity for Nigeria and the wider African continent.  He said by strengthening our logistics capacity and improving trade facilitation, we can expand exports, attract manufacturing investments and position Nigerian businesses to compete more effectively in international markets," he stated....

B y Afolabi Oyekunle. The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola; the Technical Adviser to the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Transportation, Logistics and Innovation, Dr. Segun Obayendo; and the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Dr Kayode Opeifa are among prominent Nigerians who have confirmed their participation at the forth-coming 2026 Transportation Summit  being hosted in Lagos by the Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN). It is slated to hold on 24th September at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos. The summit, which has become a leading annual platform for dialogue on Nigeria's transportation sector, will bring together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, operators, development partners, academics, and other stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for improving Nigeria's logistic infrastructure, policy implementation, safety innovation, and sustainable development...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola; Presidential Aide and Technical Adviser to the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Transportation, Logistics and Innovation, Dr. Segun Obayendo; and the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Dr Kayode Opeifa are among prominent Nigerians who have confirmed their participation at the forth-coming 2026 Transportation Summit which is being hosted in Lagos by the Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN).                               Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola. The summit, which has become a leading annual platform for dialogue on Nigeria's transportation sector, will bring together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, operators, development partners, academics, and other stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for improving Nigeria's logistic infrastruct...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. I n line with his administration's vision of building a more responsive and efficient local government, the Executive Chairman of Agbado/Oke-Odo LCDA, Hon. Abiodun Jimoh Isola (Ejigbadero), today performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new Council Secretariat. . The project marks another significant milestone in the administration's commitment to strengthening institutional capacity and creating a modern administrative edifice that will enhance the overall output, productivity, and efficiency of the Council's workforce. Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Ejigbadero stated that the new Secretariat is more than a physical structure; it is a strategic investment in the future of the Council and a demonstration of his administration's resolve to provide an enabling environment for effective governance.  He noted that improved infrastructure translates to improved service delivery, faster administrative processes, and better experienc...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has challenged Nigerian graduates to deploy the knowledge and skills acquired through their academic pursuits to develop practical solutions to the numerous challenges confronting the country, urging them to combine innovation with integrity as they prepare to shape the nation’s future. The governor gave the charge on Tuesday while delivering the convocation lecture at the Postgraduate Convocation Ceremony of Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, in Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State, where he was also honoured with the university’s Award of Good Governance and announced cash rewards for the institution’s best graduating students. Governor Dapo Abiodun receiving the award. Speaking on the theme, “Breaking New Grounds,” Governor Abiodun said universities are not merely centres for acquiring knowledge but institutions that prepare individuals to apply learning for the advancement of humanity. He described the g...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Lagos State Contributory Pensioners have been encouraged to remain patient as the process of implementing the approved wage award continues to move forward. This is according to a recent statement concerning the payment of the money by Comrade Johnson Olagbaiye, Principal Secretary NUPCPS LAGOS STATE COUNCIL Comrade Olagbaiye said  the union has been working assiduously with other state stakeholders like  state NLC, NUP LS Council, D G PENCOM etc  to pile pressure on LASG for the acceleration of the implementation  He said according to available information, the Actuarial Evaluators have completed the calculations and assessment of the wage award approved by President Bola Tinubu. "This marks an important milestone in the process, as the technical evaluation required for implementation has now been concluded. The next stage is for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to present the proposal to the Lagos State House of Assembly for ...