Author: Friday Omosola

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has ordered an immediate and intensified security operation in Ekpoma following the kidnapping and killing of a young man, which has thrown the university community into mourning and unrest. The governor personally visited the town yesterday, to assess the situation firsthand after news of the victim’s death on Friday, January 9, sparked violent protests and deep-seated fear among residents and students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU). The victim, who was reportedly abducted at the gate of his brother’s residence in Ihumudumu and found dead in a nearby bush. READ ALSO: ADC condemns Okpebholo’s disturbing kidnap…

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) have finalised a high-level partnership to streamline and intensify revenue collection from the oil and gas sector. The strategic alignment was solidified yesterday, during a visit by the newly appointed Commission Chief Executive (CCE) of NUPRC, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, to the Chairman of the NRS, Zacch Adedeji, at the tax agency’s corporate headquarters in Abuja. The collaboration is a direct response to the sweeping tax reforms that came into full implementation on January 1, 2026. READ ALSO: Tinubu reconstitutes NUPRC, NMDPRA boards, names Magnus Abe as chair Under the…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, has declared that the countdown to the 2027 General Elections has begun. On Monday, Amupitan conducted an extensive “boots-on-the-ground” inspection of Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) centers across Lagos State. The visit follows a high-level strategic retreat aimed at reforming the commission’s image and operational efficiency. READ ALSO: SERAP sues INEC over alleged N55.9bn election funds mismanagement Accompanied by his senior aides, the chairman visited key electoral hubs to evaluate the second phase of the nationwide CVR exercise. At the Ikeja LGA office, he was briefed by Electoral Officer Hajia Haolat…

Governor Ademola Adeleke has appealed to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, to intervene in what he describes as the unprofessional and partisan conduct of the Osun State Police Command. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed on Monday, the governor accused the State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gothan, of allowing the force to become a “tool for political harassment” following the arrest and prolonged detention of his media aide, Abiodun Apesin. Adegoke has reportedly been in police custody for over five days without being charged in court. READ ALSO: Osun traditional worshippers hold 2026 new year…

In a move to bolster urban security and provide financial relief to motorists, the Lagos State Government has announced a 33% price reduction for the replacement of faded or damaged vehicle number plates. The three-month amnesty window, which runs from January to March 2026, allows private and commercial vehicle owners to swap illegible plates for ₦20,000, down from the standard ₦30,000 fee. The initiative, approved by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is a response to the growing challenge of unreadable number plates, which officials say hamper modern policing and traffic management. READ ALSO: Alleged medical negligence: Lagos govt orders probe into Chimamanda Adichie’s…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has raised a fresh alarm over the worsening traffic congestion on Nigeria’s highways, blaming poorly positioned security checkpoints for “irresponsible” gridlock that endangers travellers. In a statement posted on his X page on Monday, Obi shared his personal experiences traversing major roads during the recent festive season. He described scenes of appalling congestion where travellers, exhausted and frustrated, were frequently forced to abandon their journeys after spending hours trapped in stationary traffic. READ ALSO: Peter Obi demands emergency reform amid national blaze surge The former governor of Anambra State identified the primary culprit as…

Governor Umo Eno has appealed to the youths of Akwa Ibom State to shun political violence and stay focused on personal growth as the 2027 election approaches. The governor, in a statement on his X page on Monday, said he spoke during a breakfast meeting with the leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Akwa Ibom State Chapter. The governor emphasised that the state’s current stability must not be sacrificed for political interests. READ ALSO: Okpebholo: Eno’s defection will boost opportunities for South-South He cautioned the youth against being used as tools for disruption, stressing that progress only thrives…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has paid a moving tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes and active-duty personnel, describing their unwavering service as the “unseen cost” of the nation’s peace and collective freedom. The governor’s message was delivered on his behalf by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin yesterday during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service. Held at the Chapel of Christ the Light in Alausa, the service was themed: “Sacrifice Remembered, Strength Renewed.” READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun dismiss rift rumours as ‘fake news’ Sanwo-Olu characterised the annual remembrance as a “sacred pause” to acknowledge the…

Governor Alex Otti has called on the people of Abia to disregard the recent “noise” from opposition politicians, characterising their newly formed alliances as a desperate gathering for personal gain rather than the state’s development. Speaking at the dedication of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church building in Umuoriehi, Umuahia North, the governor took a swipe at former leaders who he says failed to develop the state during their 24-year tenure. Otti’s remarks come amid reports of a political gang-up involving former governors Orji Uzor Kalu, Theodore Orji, and Okezie Ikpeazu ahead of the 2027 elections. READ ALSO: Security remains top priority of…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested three notorious suspects linked to the brutal “one-chance” robbery and murder of prominent legal practitioner, Barrister Chigbo Mediatrix. The arrests, which took place between January 5 and 10, 2026, followed an intensive manhunt ordered by the FCT Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye. The suspects were tracked down by the Command’s elite Scorpion Squad using advanced digital intelligence to trace the victim’s stolen mobile phone. READ ALSO: Soludo hands over 30 patrol vehicles to Anambra Police Command The suspects were apprehended in the Dei-Dei, Dakwa and Dan-Tata communities within the Kubwa area of…