Author: Friday Omosola

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has extended a cautious congratulation to Nentawe Yilwatda following his appointment as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), becoming the ruling party’s fourth leader in two years. In a press statement issued on Friday and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said Yilwatda’s emergence offers the APC a renewed opportunity to uphold democratic values and engage opposition parties with greater tolerance and respect. While acknowledging the significance of leadership transitions in political organisations, Abdullahi criticised the APC for what it described as a history of conflating governance…

President Bola Tinubu on Friday appealed to power generation companies (GENCOs) for more time to finalise the verification of significant long-standing debts owed to them by the Federal Government (FG). During a meeting with the Association of Power Generation Companies at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Tinubu affirmed his administration’s dedication to resolving the severe liquidity challenges plaguing Nigeria’s power sector. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Energy, disclosed that Tinubu has granted anticipatory approval for a substantial ₦4 trillion bond program specifically designed to address the sector’s financial shortfall. Acknowledging the considerable liabilities inherited from previous administrations, Tinubu…

Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling commercial hub, has earned international recognition for its vibrant nightlife, securing a place among the world’s top cities for after-dark entertainment. The prestigious Time Out Magazine has positioned Lagos as the second-best nightlife destination in Africa, only surpassed by Cape Town, South Africa. According to the renowned global media and entertainment brand, a significant 79% of Lagosian residents surveyed offered a positive assessment of their city’s nocturnal scene. READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu launches N500bn food security initiative, ‘Produce for Lagos’ This strong local endorsement helped Lagos outrank other major African cities, with Cairo, Egypt, placing third and Marrakech, Morocco,…

The Federal Government (FG) has initiated efforts to rescue and repatriate a group of its citizens abandoned by their employers in the Central African Republic (CAR). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed this action in a statement released on Friday. This followed the widespread circulation of a video depicting the distressed Nigerians in the remote Bambari region, approximately 850 kilometers from CAR’s capital, Bangui. READ ALSO: FG completes landmark review of AfCFTA implementation, reaffirms regional trade leadership According to Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, officials from the Nigerian Mission in the Central African Republic have established contact…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared Nigeria’s strategic intent to pursue a transformative, private sector-led approach to reforming its food systems. This ambitious strategy aims to position Nigeria as a continental frontrunner in agricultural innovation, with the government committed to providing robust support structures. He spoke yesterday during a briefing by the Task Force on the 2nd UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. READ ALSO: Lawmakers or Lawbreakers? Nigerians slam Senate over Natasha suspension  Shettima hinted at the potential introduction of single-digit credit facilities to finance agricultural ventures. He drew a parallel to the early development…

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi, has rejected the assertion by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, that he must obtain security clearance before visiting Edo State. The former Anambra State Governor declared his unwavering resolve to visit any part of Nigeria without fear, especially when the purpose is aligned with national development. Obi made this known in Onitsha during a ceremony where he presented a ₦50 million cheque to his alma mater, Christ the King College (CKC), to support infrastructural development. READ ALSO: “Deaths followed your visit” – Okpebholo tells Obi to stay away from Edo…

Freshly installed All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, declared his intention to implement decisive policies and actively recruit more governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other opposition factions into the ruling party. Yilwatda said this during an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ program, just hours after his confirmation as the APC’s new leader in Abuja. “My immediate priority is that the party is united,” Yilwatda affirmed, indicating a commitment to internal cohesion. He also pledged to coordinate the APC’s efforts to fully implement its manifesto. READ ALSO: UPDATED: Nentawe Yilwatda succeeds Ganduje as APC National Chairman The…

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Nentawe Yilwatda, has been named the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). His selection and subsequent election by the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) took place during a meeting in Abuja on Thursday. He succeeded and took over the leadership of the party from Abdullahi Ganduje, who resigned from the chairmanship in June, citing personal reasons. READ ALSO: Yilwatda: 10 things to know about Humanitarian minster turned APC national chair Yilwatda’s nomination was put forth by Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, who chairs the Progressive Governors’ Forum, and was…

Google on Thursday announced a significant investment package of $37 million aimed at accelerating Artificial Intelligence (AI) development across the African continent. The U.S. technology giant pledged comprehensive support for local AI research and a diverse range of projects, from advanced crop monitoring systems to adapting AI for Africa’s many languages. This commitment also extends to backing promising startups, particularly within the health and education sectors. READ ALSO: FG partners Google to empower 2,500 youths James Manyika, a senior vice president at Google, highlighted the continent’s growing prominence in the AI landscape during the launch of a new ‘AI community centre’…

The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into critical issues plaguing Nigeria’s downstream oil sector. The probe will scrutinise various aspects, including the contentious turnaround maintenance of national refineries, the acquisition of OVH Energy, and growing concerns about market dominance by the Dangote Refinery. Committee Chairman Ikenga Ugochinyere announced the inquiry during a press conference in Abuja yesterday. READ ALSO: Reps summon Education minister over alleged illegal action on VCs, varsity councils He expressed dismay over the repeated shutdowns of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, particularly after much fanfare surrounded their supposed return…