Author: Friday Omosola

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering resolve to fully equip the Nigerian Armed Forces. He promised that under the President Bola Tinubu administration, the military will be empowered to decisively subdue the security crises facing the nation. Speaking on Friday, during a special Juma’at Prayer at the National Mosque in Abuja, he signalled a new era of military support as the country commenced the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. READ ALSO:;Education is Nigeria’s safest investment, says Shettima In a significant shift, the Federal Government recently renamed the annual January 15th observance from “Armed Forces…

The Federal Government (FG) has announced the establishment of Nigeria House Davos, marking the country’s first official national pavilion on the prestigious Davos Promenade in Switzerland. The initiative will debut during the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), scheduled for January 19–23, 2026.  This move positions Nigeria alongside leading global powers that utilise “National Houses” to capture the attention of the world’s most influential investors, policymakers, and corporate leaders. Nigeria House Davos is designed as a sovereign convening hub to project the Renewed Hope Agenda on the global stage. READ ALSO: FG denies AI claims over Tinubu–Kagame photo…

Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has flagged off a massive e-registration exercise for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking from his country home in Owo, Nkanu East Local Government Area yesterday, the governor declared that the era of “fragmented politics” in Enugu is dead.  Barely three months after his high-profile defection from the PDP to the ruling party, Mbah announced an ambitious goal: to register at least two million members in the state. READ ALSO: “I have found a partner in purpose in President Tinubu” — Enugu Gov Peter Mbah Mbah emphasised that Enugu can no longer afford to sit on…

Governor Charles Soludo has handed over 30 brand-new operational vehicles to the Nigeria Police Force, Anambra State Command. The ceremony, held yesterday, at the Governor’s Lodge in Amawbia, underscores the administration’s “zero-tolerance” policy toward criminality and its commitment to ensuring the state remains a safe haven for residents and investors alike. Speaking during the handover, Soludo highlighted that this latest intervention is a core component of his government’s broader security strategy. READ ALSO: ADC governorship candidate slams Soludo over insecurity, calls for tech-driven security reforms He credited the sustained peace and order currently enjoyed across the state to the success of…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has pivoted its focus toward the 2027 General Election, launching a high-level Induction and Strategic Retreat in Lagos to fortify its new leadership and operational systems. Held at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Ikeja from January 9 to 10, 2026, the retreat serves as a masterclass in electoral management for the Commission’s top brass. The event brought together the newly sworn-in INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, National Commissioners, Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), and top management staff to align on a unified vision for the nation’s democratic future. READ ALSO: PDP leaders dismiss INEC exclusion of Oluyede…

In a bold move to transform Imo State into a global technology powerhouse, Governor Hope Uzodimma has flagged off the Founder Dojo Imo Bootcamp. The initiative is a free, high-impact startup development program designed to bridge the gap between local innovation and the global tech market. This “deliberate action plan” aims to replicate the success of the world’s leading tech economies right in the heart of the South-East, moving beyond policy ideas into a tangible reality for “Ndi Imo.” READ ALSO: Terrorism: Nnamdi Kanu lists Sanwo-Olu, Wike, Malami, Uzodimma, others as witnesses  The Founder Dojo Imo is hosted by Imo Digital…

The heartbeat of African music has shifted to Lagos as 416 elite musicians from across the continent stormed the city for the highly anticipated 9th Edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). Hosted by the Lagos State Government, the five-day continental extravaganza, which began on January 7 and runs through January 11, 2026, is set to solidify the state’s reputation as the “Creative Capital of Africa.” The festival is more than a red-carpet spectacle; it represents a deliberate effort to strengthen Africa’s creative economy. READ ALSO: Lagos offers 3-month rebate to replace faded number plates Its itinerary begins on Thursday…

The Lagos State Government has debunked viral reports suggesting a political falling-out between Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Ogun State counterpart, Dapo Abiodun. In a clarifying statement on Thursday, the Lagos administration described the insinuations as completely false. The government stated that the bond between the two leaders is the “direct opposite” of the discord being portrayed by some online media platforms and blogs. READ ALSO: 2026: Sanwo-Olu pledges an extraordinary final full year, set to commission iconic projects The government emphasised that Sanwo-Olu and Abiodun enjoy a cordial, brotherly relationship characterised by frequent communication and regular strategic meetings. As leaders…

President Bola Tinubu has lauded the Nigerian capital market, corporate citizens, and domestic investors for a historic achievement as the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) crossed the N100 trillion market capitalisation threshold. In a statement by Bayo Onanuga, his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, on Thursday, the President described the milestone as the birth of a new economic reality and a clear indicator of the country’s economic rejuvenation. He urged Nigerians to seize the moment by deepening their local investments, promising that the rewards of his administration’s reforms will be even more evident in the coming year. READ ALSO: Peter Obi slams…

Bayelsa State has secured a major international victory in the health sector, emerging as the first runner-up in the South-South region for the Primary Health Care (PHC) Leadership Challenge. The prestigious award comes with a cash prize of $400,000, approximately ₦600 million, recognised for the state’s significant strides in improving grassroots healthcare delivery. The challenge is a high-stakes initiative organised by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and UNICEF, with primary funding from the Aliko Dangote Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. READ  ALSO: Shock in Bayelsa community as young man takes own life over relationship crisis The announcement…