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The Lagos State Government has indicated plans to expand fire safety infrastructure across the state, following the addition of a new fire station as part of recently commissioned projects aimed at improving public safety and development.

According to a statement by the Lagos State government, the projects were unveiled during a two-day commissioning programme held from April 8 to April 9, 2026, under the administration of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu. The exercise was carried out on behalf of Bola Ahmed Tinubu by Godswill Akpabio.

Among the key projects delivered is the Tolu School Complex located in Olodi Apapa, Ajegunle, in Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area. The complex comprises 36 schools, a modern fire station, and a stadium with 19 mini football pitches.

The inclusion of a fire station within the facility reflects the government’s efforts to protect lives and property while also supporting community growth.

A multi-agency complex named after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was also commissioned during the event. The facility is expected to strengthen collaboration among emergency responders and other public service institutions in the state.

Speaking at the event, the Controller-General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, commended the government for its continued investment in safety infrastructure, noting that the new fire station will improve emergency response, especially in heavily populated areas.

“The additional fire station will significantly enhance emergency response coverage, particularly within densely populated communities,” Adeseye said.

Adeseye stated that with the addition of the Tolu Fire Station, the number of Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS) locations has increased to 25, making it the 11th fire station delivered by the current administration. He added that three more stations are at different stages of completion, with two already included in this year’s budget.

The development highlights the government’s continued focus on strengthening emergency services and building a safer, more resilient, and inclusive environment for residents across the state.

Lagos plans more fire stations as safety infrastructure expands

The naira on Tuesday sustained an appreciation rally against the United States dollar at the official market.

The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the naira strengthened on Tuesday to
N1,356.16 per dollar, up from N1,356.89 traded on Monday.

This means that on a day-to-day basis the local currency gained N0.73 against the dollar.

Meanwhile, at the black market, the naira remained flat at N1410 per dollar on Tuesday, the same rate it exchanged the previous day.

DAILY POST reports that in the past two days under review, the naira has slightly edged out the dollar at the currency market.

This comes despite the continued decline of the country’s foreign reserves, which dropped to $48.72 billion as of 13th April 2026 from $48.81 billion recorded last weekend.

Exchange rate today, April 14, 2026: Naira continues appreciation against US dollar

A former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal has urged caution among potential aspirants for the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 elections.

Addressing party leaders and delegates at the ADC national convention, Tambuwal, in a subtle admonition, emphasised the need for the aspirants to put the collective interest above their individual ambitions.

Tambuwal’s advisory is coming against the backdrop of sustained proxy war in the media by supporters of the aspirants over who among them is most qualified for the ADC ticket.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Mr Peter Obi, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso and Mr Rotimi Amaechi have openly indicated interest in the party’s 2027 presidential ticket.

The quartet was among key ADC stakeholders that Tambuwal addressed during the conversation, urging it to ensure that the party did not derail on account of conflicting individual ambitions.

“The next set of people I will appeal to are those sitting here. When we started, it was not possible. They could not come together.

“Today, in this hall, Vice President Atiku Abubakar is seated. Today, in this hall, Peter Obi is seated. Today, in this hall, Kwankwaso is seated, and today, Rotimi Amaechi is also seated, along with many other leaders.

“It is about unity of purpose and ambition for this country. It is not about an individual. It is about our vision and collective desire to rescue Nigeria.

“No sacrifice will be too great.
When that time comes, all of you are leaders. We will speak to you as your children, your brothers, and co-travellers, that it is about this country and not individual ambition,” Tambuwal said.

“We must all work together towards a common mission of rescuing this country. And the ADC is that platform. We must therefore work to preserve the unity of this platform and ensure we achieve that objective,” he said.

The former Speaker of the House of Representatives said Nigeria was passing through interesting times, “where pseudo-democrats have found their way to power and are now manifestly exposing themselves.”

Tambuwal also sounded a note of caution to the judiciary and judicial officers, saying that recent developments in the judiciary are concerning.

“Let me remind those of you who are living today of Justice Ikpeme (Bassey) that was used by the government to truncate June 12. Let no judge or justice allow himself to be used to destroy Nigeria,” he warned.

Bassey Ikpeme that Tambuwal referenced, was a judge of the Federal High Court in Abuja who delivered the controversial judgement stopping the conduct of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, won by the late Moshood Abiola.

Former military dictator, Gen Ibrahim Babangida, who annulled the election, cited Ikpeme’s judgement as one of the reasons he annulled the poll.

Tambuwal continued, “History is taking note of our roles as individuals. Our children and grandchildren are watching and looking up to us to serve this country.

“Those of you who are in privileged positions should be accountable and bear in mind that wherever you are writing your judgments or rulings, even if there is no individual by your side, God Almighty is watching over you.

“God Almighty will be the ultimate judge on the Day of Judgment. So be wary of those individuals who will be talking to you to influence you to undermine our judicial system, undermine our country, and undermine democracy.”

2027: Don’t Derail ADC, Tambuwal Cautions Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Amaechi is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Google DeepMind has announced an upgrade to its robotics artificial intelligence models aimed at improving how machines understand and interact with the physical world. The company disclosed that the update to its Gemini Robotics-ER system enhances robots’ ability to reason about space, plan tasks, and execute actions in real-world environments. According to the firm, the […]

The Yobe State Police Command has arrested three suspects for alleged electricity transformer vandalisation and theft. The Command reiterated its zero tolerance for the vandalism of public and private infrastructure. It stated that on April 14, 2026, at about 1200hrs, operatives of the Garin Alkali Division, acting on credible intelligence, arrested Muhammad Auwali, also known […]

Kun Khalifat FC technical adviser, Obinna Uzoho has rated midfielder Uchechukwu Onuoha as one of the best in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL.

Onuoha was outstanding in Kun Khalifat FC 3-0 defeat of Warri Wolves last Sunday.

The midfielder netted brace in the game to bring his tally in the NPFL to four in nine appearances.

Uzoho is adamant that the player have a lot to offer with his quality.

“Onuoha is one of the best the NPFL can offer, I use to encourage him alot as he has a lot of quality to offer in the game.”Uzoho was quote from a chat with Puyaka.

Uzoho will be counting on the inform midfielder when Kun Khalifat FC take on Plateau United in a matchday 35 fixture this weekend.

NPFL: Uzoho talks up Onuoha after brace against Warri Wolves

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, says Edo State remains a hotspot for sexual exploitation.

The agency also said that labour trafficking and organ harvesting have continued to thrive in the country.

DAILY POST reports that Mr Sam Offiah, Zonal Commander of NAPTIP in Benin, stated this on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, during a training for Parent-Teacher Association, PTA, executives from 40 schools in Edo State.

Offiah, represented by Mrs Joy Ojiewa, Head of NAPTIP’s Public Enlightenment Unit, noted that traffickers had become more sophisticated, shifting from street-level recruitment to calculated approaches that exploit trust within families.

He warned that traffickers have now deployed fake scholarships, fraudulent job offers, sextortion, online recruitment and baby factories to lure unsuspecting victims.

According to him, trafficking feeds on poverty, ignorance and the search for better opportunities, adding that criminals are now targeting parents directly, using deception to gain access to children.

He opined that prevention, driven by awareness, remained the most effective response, alongside protection, prosecution, partnership and policing.

In her remarks, Ms Daniella Ige, Junior Project Officer for School Anti-Human Trafficking Education and Advocacy, STEAP, project at the International Centre for Migration Policy Development, ICMPD, in Edo, said parents have been mobilised across the state to take the fight against human trafficking into homes and communities.

Ige warned that traffickers are now targeting families directly with deceptive schemes.

She said the engagement, under the School Anti-Human Trafficking Education and Advocacy, STEAP, project, positioned parents as the first line of defence against the crime.

She added that the STEAP project is implemented by ICMPD in collaboration with NAPTIP, the Girls Power Initiative and the Edo State Ministry of Education.

The Junior Project Officer for STEAP explained that the project, funded by the Kingdom of the Netherlands is aimed at dismantling trafficking networks through grassroots mobilisation and sustained community awareness.

“The engagement marked a strategic expansion of the anti-trafficking campaign to include parents, who are often the first point of contact for traffickers.

“We cannot succeed without parents. When they understand the tactics traffickers use, they can stop exploitation before it happens.

“The project expected PTA executives to drive sustained advocacy within their circles, turning awareness into community-wide action,” she added.

Ige added that the initiative was already recording impact.

Edo remains a hotspot for sexual exploitation — NAPTIP

The Presidency has berated the former Minister of Interior and Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, for calling for the resignation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Earlier, the former Osun State Governor, while delivering a speech at the ongoing ADC National Convention in Abuja, described President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda as a […]

Arise News anchor Rufai Oseni has dismissed reports claiming he was suspended from the station, describing the allegation as false and misleading.

The rumour, which circulated online and was attributed to a post by High Chief Lawrence Igbins Okoro, alleged that Oseni was suspended following a disagreement with his superior during which he reportedly banged a table.

Reacting via his X account, Oseni firmly denied the claim, saying he is not facing any disciplinary action from his employers.

“This is a lie, the man is lying,” he wrote in one of his posts, adding, “I was not suspended, I am on a working visit to Germany.”

He further urged the public to disregard the report, insisting it was fabricated and calling for it to be reported.

“This is fake news, kindly report that account,” he added.

He maintained that he remains on official assignment and has not been suspended by Arise News.

Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni reacts to reports of suspension

The National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rauf Aregbesola, has launched a stern attack on the All Progressives Congres, APC, administration, describing its Renewed Hope Agenda as a “classic scam”.

Speaking at the ongoing ADC National Convention in Abuja on Tuesday, the former Minister of Interior called on President Bola Tinubu to resign, citing worsening insecurity and economic hardship across the country.

Aregbesola accused the APC government of mismanaging the economy and failing to deliver on key promises.

According to him, the naira has significantly depreciated since 2023, while fuel prices have surged, placing severe strain on Nigerians.

“When exactly will this hope come to fruition? The answer is simple. It is a scam. The answer is what? A scam! If allowed, this regime will continue shouting renewed hope into eternity. We have the duty to stop scammers from retaining power,” he declared.

The former Osun State governor also criticised the government’s handling of electricity supply, claiming that many parts of the country now receive only a few hours of power daily, with some communities experiencing prolonged blackouts.

He further alleged that the APC-led administration has normalised “criminality” within the electoral system and accused it of undermining democratic principles.

On security, Aregbesola condemned the rising wave of violent attacks nationwide, describing the situation as evidence of leadership failure.

“The administration told Nigerians that if it does not solve the power problem by providing a constant power supply, it should not be voted for a second time.

“Today, power supply is far worse with some parts of the country receiving an average of two hours daily. Some other parts also receive an average of two hours daily, while others have been in darkness for weeks and months.

“Ordinarily, having made such a promise and performed woefully, an honest president should simply step down and not seek re-election. Rather, what we are witnessing is the most desperate attempt by a candidate in Nigerian electoral history to retain power at all costs, even if it means undermining the entire democratic system.

“Distinguished delegates and our rival leaders, four years ago, this government promised Nigerians renewed hope for a better future. Now, three years into its four-year term, it still makes promises and offers renewed hope,” he added.

Aregbesola also raised concerns over increasing poverty levels and the growing number of out-of-school children.

Positioning the ADC as an alternative, Aregbesola said the party was on a “rescue mission” to reclaim Nigeria from what he described as the “strangulating grip” of the ruling party.

He urged Nigerians to support the ADC, warning that remaining neutral in the country’s current political climate amounts to complicity.

“We cannot allow this continued drift into hopelessness,” he said.

Renewed Hope Agenda a scam, Tinubu should resign — Rauf Aregbesola