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How govt can revive rail system in Nigeria –Adesua, UK-based transport expert

By Kehinde Aderemi

Hon Olumuyiwa Adesua is the deputy chairman of the United Kingdom chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC). Born in Ekiti State, Adesua has over three decades of experience in the transport sector in the United Kingdom. As a member of the APC delegation from the UK that recently visited the Lagos-Calabar coastal road, he shares his views on transportation and the rail system in Nigeria, giving tips on how they can be improved upon.

You were part of the APC UK delegation that visited the Lagos-Calabar coastal road recently. With your on-the-spot assessment of the work, do you think the federal government has justified the huge cost of the project?

Let me say that the reason for our recent visit to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal road was to have an on-the-spot assessment of the ongoing project and I would like to express my appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, for making this vision a reality. For instance, it took the courage and determination of President Tinubu to embark on this project because history has it that the implementation of the coastal road had been on paper for years. But none of the presidents had the courage to put it into reality until the time of the administration of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. So, going through the road, I see a road that will connect the economy of Southern Nigeria to the rest of the West African coast. The Lagos-Calabar coastal road is not all about Nigeria because from here you can get to the Republic of Benin or Togo and that is massive.

With this connectivity, I can tell you that the Nigerian economy is opened through this road and I believe many Nigerians will be thinking ahead to see how they can create businesses around this corridor, as well as how they can also engage the Nigerian youth.

Happy Birthday President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

The APC UK Chapter and members across the Diaspora proudly celebrate Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on the occasion of his birthday.

Mr. President, your courage, resilience, and visionary leadership continue to inspire millions of Nigerians at home and across the world. Your commitment to the progress, unity, and prosperity of our great nation remains a beacon of hope for the future.

As you mark another year today, we pray for renewed strength, wisdom, and divine guidance as you continue to lead Nigeria to greater heights.

Happy Birthday Mr President!

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The friendship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom will continue to grow, says President Tinubu

Text of the Speech by President Tinubu at the State Banquet in His Honour at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Your Majesty, King Charles III,

Queen Camilla,
Your Majesty, King Charles III,

Queen Camilla,

Prince William, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Cornwall, and Catherine, the Princess of Wales,

Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is a profound honour to stand before you today, representing the people of Nigeria as we reaffirm the enduring bonds of friendship, history, and shared purpose that have united our two nations for several centuries.

Allow me first to express my sincere appreciation to Your Majesty and to Her Majesty, The Queen for the warmth and generosity extended to me, my wife, Oluremi, and the Nigerian delegation.

As the first Nigerian leader to speak here at Windsor Castle, which has served the British Crown for nearly a millennium, is particularly historic. Windsor has stood as a symbol of continuity, witnessing the steady evolution of institutions that have shaped governance, culture, and public life not only in Britain but far beyond these shores.

Nigeria and the United Kingdom have shared more than just history; our two nations share a vision of progress and resilience. Today, we continue that journey, committed to building a future rooted in partnership, mutual respect, and common values.

Standing here in Windsor Castle, one cannot help but reflect on Britain’s impact on modern democratic governance worldwide.

The Magna Carta of 1215 laid the early foundations for the rule of law and the development of parliamentary democracy, establishing enduring ideals around liberty, accountable government, and civic responsibility.

Great British thinkers and writers such as Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Edmund Burke helped to propagate those democratic ideals. Their influence continues to resonate to this day.

The literary genius of William Shakespeare and other writers such as Charles Dickens, has enriched and shaped the English language, spoken by over 1.5 billion people worldwide.

In Nigeria, elements of these traditions continue to inform the institutional foundations of our own republic. Our courts draw upon legal traditions rooted in English common law. Our parliamentary institutions reflect constitutional practices that evolved here over centuries. Our civil service structures have also drawn upon administrative models developed in Britain and adapted to Nigeria’s own national context.

While institutions matter greatly, our people remain the strongest bridge between our two countries.

The Nigerian community in the United Kingdom has become one of the most dynamic diaspora communities worldwide. Nigerians contribute enormously to the vitality of this nation. Within the National Health Service, Nigerian doctors and nurses play an indispensable role in delivering healthcare. Nigerian-trained doctors are among the largest groups of international medical professionals serving the NHS.

In sport, rugby players such as Maro Itoje, footballers including Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze, and champion boxer Anthony Joshua, illustrate the remarkable human connection that links Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

Our partnership is further strengthened through the Commonwealth of Nations, which connects 56 countries under Your Majesty’s leadership.

As one of the largest nations within the Commonwealth, Nigeria looks forward to contributing constructively to the continued growth and vitality of this global community.

Our West African region faces complex terrorism challenges with roots in the Sahel. Nigeria carries an enormous responsibility to help safeguard regional stability. In confronting these threats, partnership with the United Kingdom remains essential and I look forward to my meeting with Prime Minister Kier Starmer tomorrow.

Despite these challenges, Nigeria approaches the future with hope and confidence. We are a nation of diverse and vibrant people, of young people dreaming big, of entrepreneurs with a global outlook, and of a hopeful people determined to realise their full potential.

Your Majesty, I am confident that the friendship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom will continue to grow.

Finally, Your Majesty, I wish to express Nigeria’s deep gratitude to this great nation for the refuge and support it extended during the dark years of military dictatorship. Like many Nigerians involved in the pro-democracy struggle, I found safety here, and I recall that my residence was placed under Metropolitan Police surveillance for protection following threats from agents of the junta. That solidarity remains etched in our collective memory, and it is deeply humbling for me to stand before Your Majesty today as the President of a democratic Nigeria.

On behalf of the Government and people of Nigeria, I thank Your Majesty, Her Majesty The Queen, Prince William and Catherine, the Princess of Wales, other members of the Royal Family, and the people of the United Kingdom for their longstanding friendship.

In the spirit of friendship and our shared destiny, I invite you all to raise a glass with me:

To the special bond between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, and to the bright future that we shall build together.

God bless His Majesty The King. God bless Nigeria. God bless the United Kingdom. Thank you very much.

🌸 APC UK International Women’s Day Celebration 2026🌸

Join the APC UK Chapter Women’s Wing on Saturday, 14th March 2026 as we celebrate the achievements of women and reaffirm our commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda of *Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Guest Speakers:
• Dr. Adesola Elegbeji – Member, Federal House of Representatives, Remo Federal Constituency
• Hajia Amina Suzuki – Chairman, APC France Chapter
• Dr. Kemba Hadaway-Morgan – Director, JT Leadership Academy
• Dr. Loretta Ogboro-Okoh – DG, Edo State Diaspora Agency (EDSDA)
• ⁠Hajia Lara Olukotun - Multicultural Empowerment Architect.

Venue: Holiday Inn Express, London Royal Docks
1 Silvertown Way, London E16 1EA

Time: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The event promises to be engaging and inspiring.

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Save the Date – 14th March 2026!

Our APC UK Women Wing is cooking!

Get ready for an exciting gathering filled with energy, unity, and progressive spirit. It’s going to be impactful, inspiring, and unmissable!

Stay tuned… the APC UK women are taking the lead! 💃🏾✨

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