‎‎NAF RECEIVES FIVE NEW HELICOPTERS AS FG ACCELERATES AIRPOWER MODERNISATION. (PHOTO).

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 ‎‎NAF RECEIVES FIVE NEW HELICOPTERS AS FG ACCELERATES AIRPOWER MODERNISATION ‎ The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken delivery of five new helicopters as the Federal Government accelerates efforts to modernize Nigeria’s airpower capabilities and strengthen the Armed Forces’ capacity to respond effectively to contemporary security challenges.  ‎ ‎A statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame indicates that the platforms comprise three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters  and two H-125 helicopters. ‎ The three AW-109s, which form part of 10 recently acquired by the Federal Government, were received in Lagos on 15 September 2026, with the remaining seven expected to be delivered before the end of 2026. ‎ ‎The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, described the acquisition as another significant milestone in the Federal Government’s sustained investment in the modernization and re-equipment of the NAF noting that the new pl...

LAGOS CELEBRATES 2026 CHILDREN'S DAY WITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE


 LAGOS CELEBRATES 2026 CHILDREN'S DAY WITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE


The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, held a special Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, 24th May, 2026, at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, Ikeja, to commemorate the Year 2026 Children’s Day Celebration, themed: “Listen to the Future, Stand Up for Children’s Rights.”  


The Thanksgiving Service formed part of the activities lined up for the 2026 Children’s Day celebration in Lagos State.


Speaking at the event, the wife of the Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, stressed the importance of giving children a fair hearing and creating an enabling environment where their voices can be heard and respected. She noted that the theme of this year’s celebration serves as a reminder to governments, parents, guardians, and society at large to prioritise the welfare, protection, and rights of every child.

    

The wife of the Governor, who was represented by Dr. (Mrs.) Olayemi Oke –Osantintolu said that children represent the future of society and must be supported through quality education, moral upbringing, proper healthcare, and opportunities that will help them attain their full potential.


Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu advised the children to be diligent at all times, saying, " Focus, prayerful, resilient, trustworthy and steadfast in your academics. Success is built on patience, integrity, and determination to excel”.


She further encouraged parents, teachers, guardians and caregivers to pay closer attention to the concerns, aspirations, and emotional well-being of children, while also promoting values that foster confidence, discipline, and responsible leadership among the younger generation.


The event also featured prayers for peace, progress, and continued development in Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole, which was led by the Chaplain, Revd, Dr. Olurotimi Taiwo and Rev. Dr. Dele Ajayi.


The colourful and spiritually uplifting event brought together education stakeholders, religious leaders, teachers, students, parents, and well-wishers in celebration of children across the five divisions of the State, including  Mrs. Abisola Dokunmu-Adegbite, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education; Dr. (Mrs.) Idowu Olufunke Oyetola, Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary, Education District 1; Mr. Durotimi Adeboye, CEO Global Education Media, and other Directors in the MBSE. 

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