Author: Friday Omosola

Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has urged the citizens of the state to embrace peace and reject ethnic division to foster national unity and development. The governor made this appeal during the 13th Igbomina Day celebration in Iludun Oro. He also visited Offa to attend the Maulid Nabbiy celebration. While in Iludun Oro, Governor Abdulrazaq praised the Igbomina people for their resilience and their deep-rooted culture of self-help, which he credited for their achievements in education and business. He highlighted that the Igbomina Day celebration exemplifies the strength of communal bonds and the power of collaboration in achieving greater goals. The…

President Bola Tinubu arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, announced the arrival on his official X page, sharing that the President was welcomed at King Abdulaziz International Airport by Prince Mohammed Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, the Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that President Tinubu would be attending the summit to address the Middle East’s pressing issues. Scheduled to commence on Monday, the summit is hosted at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, continuing the…

The Federal Government’s push toward a $1 trillion economy has gained strong support through key partnerships with the Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria and the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO), aimed at advancing financial inclusion governance. This commitment, the government explained, led to its decision to enhance the governance of national financial inclusion efforts, bringing together all stakeholders, including the Office of the Vice President and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). During a high-level economic workshop in Abuja on Thursday, Ibrahim Hadejia, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President (Office of the Vice President), emphasised that…

By Friday Omosola The 2024 edition of the Kwara State Tax Club Quiz Competition concluded on Thursday, with Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq awarding the grand prize of N2.5 million and a trophy to the overall winner, Government Day Secondary School (GDSS) Gaa Akanbi, in recognition of their outstanding performance. Governor AbdulRazaq highlighted the growing participation in the quiz, noting that it reflects the program’s increasing popularity and its impact on enhancing public awareness of taxation and its connection to socioeconomic development. A total of 154 public and private secondary schools from across Kwara State competed in the contest, with six schools…

By Friday Omosola Ondo State Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the upcoming November 16 governorship election, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has pledged to facilitate the establishment of an airstrip in Okitipupa Local Government Area. The governor made the promise during his campaign tour of the local government on Thursday, emphasising that the airstrip would improve access to the region, boosting business and fostering economic growth. He also reassured the people about the proposed deep seaport project in the south, confirming that construction would begin after the election next year. Additionally, Governor Aiyedatiwa announced the approval of a 20-kilometre road…

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called for greater youth involvement in agriculture to strengthen food security efforts across Nigeria. Mrs Tinubu made these remarks at a meeting with State First Ladies, who also serve as State Coordinators for the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). She emphasised the importance of channelling young people’s energy into productive ventures, highlighting agriculture as a valuable pathway. Mrs Tinubu explained that involving youth in farming would positively impact the nation’s food supply and overall security. She also stressed the importance of women growing food at home, noting that this practice not only promotes healthy eating for…

The UK Home Secretary and Nigeria’s Ministry of Interior engaged in discussions focused on strengthening security, enhancing efficiency, and improving service delivery. In a statement on his X page, Nigeria’s Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, highlighted that the meeting with UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper underscored his administration’s commitment to sustainable development through cooperation and shared goals. He noted that the meeting aligns with his Ministry’s initiative to expand its contactless biometric solutions to the UK, following a successful launch in Canada with impressive results. Tunji-Ojo said: “Our commitment to building strategic partnerships that enhance security and public service delivery was…

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki on Wednesday commissioned the newly rebuilt and expanded 250-bed Stella Obasanjo Hospital on Wednesday. This modern health hub aims to deliver comprehensive healthcare services across multiple levels of the state’s health ecosystem. Additionally, the governor inaugurated a new crèche and food court at the Edo State Civil Service Secretariat complex in Benin City. During the hospital’s commissioning, Obaseki emphasised that healthcare extends beyond infrastructure, highlighting the critical importance of human capital development in delivering quality services. “We developed a health improvement plan for Edo during COVID-19 to become COVID-19 helped us mobilize over 5,000 doctors to help…

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has declared a three-day mourning period in honour of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by Oluomo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment. Lagbaja died on Tuesday night after a brief illness. He was 56. Governor Adeleke also ordered that flags be flown at half-mast throughout the state during the mourning period. Additionally, condolence registers have been opened at both the Government House and the Governor’s Office, allowing the people of Osun to share their messages of sympathy. Describing…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the release of one billion naira in gratuity payments for state pensioners. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Yinka Oyebode, the governor also confirmed the disbursement of two months’ worth of pension arrears to local government pensioners. This approval comes just a month after the governor distributed a total of N3.5 billion in gratuity checks to retirees across the state, showcasing his administration’s commitment to clearing the backlog of unpaid gratuities. Furthermore, Governor Oyebanji approved the payment of two months’ outstanding subventions for Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, as well as one month…