EKOCITY Magazine

Still on the 2026 Osun governorship election

February 23, 2026

Cover Stories Election Government

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Still on the 2026 Osun governorship electionBy Abiodun AkaraogunAs the August 8, 2026, Osun governorship election draws near, the reality on the ground - not the rhetoric - will decide our fate as a state and people. To begin with, it is plain to see that our local infrastructure has been left to rot. The ...

Lagos State Wealth Fund is bankable architecture for infrastructure development, sustainable investment, says LASG

February 20, 2026

Cover Stories Economy Finance

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Lagos State Wealth Fund is bankable architecture for infrastructure development, sustainable investment, says LASGThe Lagos State Government has described the proposed Lagos State Wealth Fund (LSWF) as a blueprint for sustainable investment, fiscal stability and long-term wealth creation for the ...

Senator Barinada Mpigi Dies at 64, Governor Fubara Mourns Rivers Lawmaker

February 20, 2026

Achievement Cover Stories Death Tribute

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Senator Barinada Mpigi Dies at 64, Governor Fubara Mourns Rivers LawmakerServing Senator representing Rivers South East Senatorial District, Barinada Mpigi, has died at the age of 64.The news of his passing has sent shockwaves across Rivers State and beyond. Governor ...

LASG REVEALS BIG GAINS IN LAGOS STATE WEALTH FUND BILL

February 18, 2026

Cover Stories Economic Policy Government Policy

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LASG REVEALS BIG GAINS IN LAGOS STATE WEALTH FUND BILL•Says Fund is blueprint for sustainable investment, fiscal stability, long-term wealth creationThe Lagos State Government on Tuesday said it is dedicated to setting up a Sovereign Wealth Fund as a strategic ...

37 Miners Feared Dead, 25 Hospitalised After Suspected Gas Exposure in Plateau

February 18, 2026

Cover Stories Death Gas Exposure

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37 Miners Feared Dead, 25 Hospitalised After Suspected Gas Exposure in PlateauAt least 37 miners have reportedly lost their lives following suspected carbon monoxide exposure at an underground mining site in Zurak, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.The tragic ...

House Erupts as Lawmakers Battle Over Move to Reverse Electoral Act Amendment

February 17, 2026

Cover Stories Government Lawmakers

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House Erupts as Lawmakers Battle Over Move to Reverse Electoral Act AmendmentTension flared in the House of Representatives on Tuesday after a motion seeking to rescind the passage of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 sparked heated exchanges and near-chaos ...

Dangote Seals $400m Deal With China’s XCMG to Double Refinery Capacity

February 17, 2026

Contract Cover Stories Oil and Gas

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Dangote Seals $400m Deal With China’s XCMG to Double Refinery CapacityThe Dangote Group has signed a $400 million equipment supply agreement with Chinese heavy-machinery giant XCMG as part of an ambitious expansion of its Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos.The strategic ...

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, hosted the One Day Governor, 3

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, hosted the One Day Governor, Miss Etiyemonu Esther,

February 17, 2026

Achievement Cover Stories Lagos Leadership SpellingBee Champion

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Babajide Sanwo-Olu, hosted the One Day Governor, Miss Etiyemonu Esther, History met inspiration at the Lagos House, Marina, as the winner of the 21st Lagos State Spelling Bee Competition stepped into leadership as One Day Governor, addressing the state with poise, ...