Author: Friday Omosola

The Lagos State Government has launched a high-level investigation into the death of Nkanu, the 21-month-old son of world-renowned author Chimamanda Adichie. The order follows allegations of medical negligence at a private hospital in the state. In a press statement released on Saturday, the Special Adviser to the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Health, Kemi Ogunyemi, expressed the government’s profound condolences to the Adichie family. He described the loss of a child as an irreparable tragedy. Following a distressing public account by Adichie regarding the events of January 6, Sanwo-Olu has directed the Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) to…

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has challenged the Federal Government (FG) to justify its tax collection by modernizing the nation’s fire services. His demand follows a devastating wave of fire outbreaks that have swept through Nigerian markets, high-rise buildings, and student hostels in the first ten days of 2026, leaving a trail of death and economic ruin. In a statement posted on his X page on Saturday, the former governor of Anambra State cataloged a series of catastrophic blazes that have occurred across the federation. READ ALSO: Momodu berates Obidients over claims Obi is ‘best’ candidate…

The Lagos State Government has sent a powerful signal to the global entertainment industry, revealing a staggering jump in its creative economy funding and a bold new “talent hunt” initiative designed to produce the next generation of global icons. Speaking at the African Music Business Summit at Eko Hotel and Suites, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Toke Benson-Awoyinka, detailed how the state is transforming into Africa’s undisputed creative powerhouse under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. The commissioner disclosed that Lagos has moved beyond mere rhetoric, backing its creative vision with unprecedented financial muscle. READ ALSO: Lagos hosts 416 artistes as…

In a major move to permanentize the fragile peace in the South East, Governor Hope Uzodimma has inaugurated the Imo State Vigilante Organisation (ISVO), a community-focused security outfit designed to serve as the grassroots’ “first line of defence.” The inauguration, held yesterday, marks the culmination of the Imo State Security Organisation (Amendment) Law No. 3 of 2025. The governor described the current state of calm in Imo as a “deliberate choice” rather than a stroke of luck, asserting that a safe environment is the only way to ensure that “investment meets opportunity.” READ ALSO: Tinubu appoints Uzodimma Renewed Hope Ambassador Unlike…

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…