Author: Friday Omosola

The Federal Government (FG) has thrown its weight behind the Super Eagles ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final showdown against host nation Morocco on Wednesday. The message of support was conveyed in a statement signed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on behalf of the FG, assuring the team of the nation’s unwavering backing and urging them to go all out for victory. Idris said the Super Eagles had reached this stage of the tournament before and understood what it takes to succeed at the highest level. READ ALSO: FG, ASUU sign new agreement…

The Lagos State Government has set a boundary for coastal living, declaring that while it is not seeking the total displacement of historic waterfront communities, it will no longer tolerate habitation that endangers lives or threatens critical infrastructure. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Dayo Alebiosu, clarified the state’s position on Wednesday, amid ongoing debates regarding urban regeneration in Makoko and Oworonshoki. Addressing the tension between traditional occupation and public safety, Alebiosu emphasised that proximity to high-tension power lines and major transit arteries is a “ticking time bomb.” READ ALSO: Lagos govt to introduce electric boats as LAGFERRY promises cheaper, cleaner…

The Bayelsa State Government has fixed Friday, January 30, 2026, for the burial of the state’s late Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Governor Douye Diri made the announcement on Wednesday during the 179th State Executive Council (SEC) Meeting held at the Government House, Yenagoa. The governor noted that the date was reached through a joint agreement between the state government, the bereaved family, and the Catholic Church. READ ALSO: Bayelsa wins $400,000 UNICEF health prize as Diri dedicates award to late deputy The transition rites for the late deputy governor, who passed away in December 2025, will be a multi-day event honouring…

Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi has called on the Federal Government (FG) to suspend the implementation of Nigeria’s newly gazetted tax laws. The former governor of Anambra State made the call in a statement he posted on his X page yesterday. Citing a critical report from global accounting firm KPMG, Obi warned that the new fiscal regime is riddled with “31 red flags”, ranging from drafting errors to policy contradictions. READ ALSO: Obi questions Tinubu’s absence, warns of leadership vacuum amid national crisis He argued that forcing an incomprehensible tax system on a struggling populace is not a…

Commuting in Africa’s most congested megacity is about to get cheaper and cleaner as the Lagos State Government (LASG) announced the imminent introduction of electric-powered boats into the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) fleet. The move is designed to electrify water transportation and make it the primary choice for millions of residents. The announcement was made by the Managing Director of LAGFERRY, Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun, during the agency’s third annual Ignite Lagos event, themed “Light the Waterways,” held at the Five Cowries Terminal in Ikoyi. READ ALSO: Lagos hubs global creative economy at AFRIMA 2026 The push for electric vessels comes as Lagosians…

In a dazzling display of rhythm and diplomacy, Lagos State has cemented its status as Africa’s creative capital during the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2026. The grand finale, held on Sunday at the Eko Hotels and Suites, was more than just a night of trophies; it was a strategic declaration of music as a “cultural power and economic force.” In a statement on Wednesday, the state Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Toke Benson-Awoyinka, addressed a global audience of industry titans and policymakers. READ ALSO: INEC chair inspects Lagos CVR, promises ‘specialised agency’ status better welfare She described African…

President Bola Tinubu and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a landmark trade deal designed to eliminate barriers and unlock billions in sustainable investments. Speaking on Tuesday at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), Tinubu also announced that Nigeria will co-host the prestigious global investment forum, Investopia, in Lagos this February. The event will serve as a physical marketplace to convert these high-level diplomatic ideas into high-impact capital for Nigeria and Africa. READ ALSO: Obi questions Tinubu’s absence, warns of leadership vacuum amid national crisis The new agreement (CEPA) is one of…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigeria’s public servants to prioritise selflessness and strength of character to build legacies that outlive their time in office. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday, at a high-level colloquium marking the 50th birthday of Hajiya Usman, the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, he warned that meaningful governance requires a “willingness to pay the price of service.” Eulogising the celebrant, Shettima described Usman as a “mirror for the nation,” particularly for young women in Northern Nigeria seeking proof that high-level ambition is attainable. READ ALSO: Shettima vows military empowerment to subdue insecurity…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully recovered and returned ₦802.4m to First Bank Nigeria Plc. The recovery follows a daring exploitation of a bank’s “system glitch” by a customer who attempted to vanish with over ₦1.3 billion of the bank’s funds. The Benin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC handed over the recovered sum in bank drafts to representatives of the financial institution yesterday. The investigation began after First Bank petitioned the EFCC, alleging that a technical error led to the erroneous crediting of a customer, identified as Ojo Kingsley, with a staggering ₦1.3 billion. READ ALSO: EFCC arraigns…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has kicked off its intensive planning cycle for the 2027 general election, starting with a landmark three-day leadership workshop in Lagos. The event, organised in partnership with the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), marks the first major strategic outing for the new INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, since assuming office in October 2025. In a significant display of continental solidarity, the workshop was attended by Mosotho Moepya, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC). READ ALSO: INEC chair inspects Lagos CVR, promises ‘specialised agency’ status for better welfare Amupitan hailed the presence of…