Author: Friday Omosola

The House of Representatives has called upon the Federal Government (FG) to deploy all necessary diplomatic efforts to secure the safe return of former President Goodluck Jonathan. Jonathan is currently stranded in Guinea-Bissau following a military coup. He was in the West African nation as part of a joint election monitoring mission representing the African Union (AU), the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), and the West African Elders Forum (WAEF). The mission was present to observe the country’s presidential election, which took place over the weekend. READ ALSO: FG moves to secure Jonathan’s safe return from coup-torn Guinea-Bissau During…

The Federal Government (FG) has confirmed that former President Goodluck Jonathan is safe in Guinea-Bissau following the military coup that seized control of the West African nation this week. A senior government source told Vanguard newspaper on Thursday that arrangements are underway to facilitate the return of Jonathan and other Nigerian officials. READ ALSO: Politics is not for rascals, Jonathan warns at foundation anniversary The source disclosed that a multinational task force, including Nigerian personnel, is currently present in Guinea-Bissau to support the safety of Jonathan and other officials in the country. “Nigeria is taking the necessary steps to ensure its…

The Federal Government of Nigeria (FG) has condemned the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demanding the immediate restoration of democratic order in the West African nation. The condemnation follows a military takeover on Wednesday, which suspended the electoral process and closed borders, three days after legislative and presidential elections. In a statement released on Thursday by the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Nigerian government described the incident as unfortunate and expressed dismay. READ ALSO: Nigeria, Brazil sign MoU to boost local drug manufacturing The government articulated its condemnation in the “strongest possible terms,” characterising the military insurrection as…

The Ondo State Government has unveiled new ambulances and flagged off the State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (SEMSAS) to enhance the efficiency of its healthcare delivery system and strengthen pre-hospital care. Speaking at the ceremony in Akure yesterday, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, represented by his deputy, Olayide Adelami, stated that the initiative is part of his administration’s desire to change the narrative of healthcare in the state, in line with the “OUR EASE” development agenda. The governor emphasised that the new system is designed to tackle daily occurrences of medical emergencies, such as road traffic accidents, obstetric complications, and…

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare on Wednesday signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at boosting Nigeria’s local pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity and enhancing industrial cooperation with Brazil. The MoU was signed between the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC), EMS Brazil, and Oaks Medical Limited. READ ALSO: Amaechi faults FG’s response to school abductions, says children deserve urgent protection The ceremony was presided over by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare. This operational partnership is a direct result of high-level diplomatic engagements between Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has declared that technology is the backbone of organisational and national success. In a statement posted on his X page on Wednesday, he highlighted his ministry’s business-unusual strategy under the Renewed Hope agenda. READ ALSO: FG vows to curb visa overstays as Tunji-Ojo discusses new US policy with ambassador The minister made the statement in Abuja while receiving the management team of Renaissance Africa Energy Company, led by its CEO, Tony Attah. Tunji-Ojo outlined several key digital reforms implemented by the ministry, which are aimed at streamlining operations and strengthening national security. Overhauling Nigeria’s passport…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has presented the 2026 Budget Estimates to the Lagos State House of Assembly.  The proposed budget, which the governor termed the “Budget of Shared Prosperity,” totals ₦4.237 trillion. Presenting the budget on Tuesday, Sanwo-Olu noted the significance of the budget. READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu, south-west stakeholders demand indigenous security solutions, state policing He stated that it represents the final full-year budget of his administration, reflecting on past achievements and the future vision for the state. The proposed spending plan is supported by a projected revenue of ₦3.994 trillion, resulting in a financing gap of ₦243.33 billion, which the administration…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday returned to Abuja. He arrived from Luanda, Angola, following his successful representation of President Bola Tinubu at two major international summits. Shettima first attended the Group of 20 (G20) Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, before proceeding to the 7th African Union–European Union (AU-EU) Summit in Luanda. READ ALSO: Shettima departs Abuja to represent Tinubu in South Africa In Angola, Shettima delivered Tinubu’s statement, which intensified Nigeria’s call for Africa to secure permanent seats with veto-wielding authority on the United Nations (UN) Security Council. He noted that comprehensive reform of the global governance system is…

All 24 schoolgirls abducted from a school in Maga, Kebbi State, have regained their freedom, the Presidency and the Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris confirmed on Tuesday. The students were kidnapped by terrorists who struck the school at dawn on November 17, moments after a military detachment reportedly left the premises. The attackers also killed the school’s Vice Principal, Hassan Makuku. READ ALSO: Terror group releases video claiming Kebbi, Niger student abductions, threatens more attacks The governor confirmed the release of the 24 schoolgirls and stressed that no ransom was paid for their freedom. “No ransom was paid. The Kebbi State…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has sworn in a new set of appointed and reappointed Special Advisers and the Director-General of the Performance and Projects Implementation Monitoring Unit (PPIMU). The governor also formally inaugurated the Chairman and members of the new Ondo State Law Commission. The ceremony, held at the Cocoa Conference Centre in Akure, was described as a significant step in strengthening the state’s governance structure under the administration’s “OUR EASE” policy thrust. READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa presents ₦492.8bn budget to Assembly  Aiyedatiwa described the event as a solemn affirmation of the administration’s commitment to people-centred leadership and integrity. He…