Author: Friday Omosola

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has assured residents of Ese Odo, Okitipupa, Irele, and Ile Oluji/Oke Igbo that their overwhelming support during the last election will continue to translate into significant infrastructural and economic gains. Speaking yesterday, during a “Thank-You” tour of the four local government areas, the governor highlighted key breakthroughs in industrialisation, security, and education that are set to redefine the state’s southern senatorial district. A major highlight of the visit was the governor’s announcement regarding the Ondo Deep Sea Port. READ ALSO: Ondo Deep Sea Port: FG revalidates licence, Aiyedatiwa eyes West African trade hub He revealed that his administration…

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara yesterday commissioned the Permanent Secretaries’ Quarters in Elimgbu, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, describing the high-end residential estate as a necessary incentive for effective service delivery. During the ceremony, Fubara stated that the provision of housing and other basic amenities for top civil servants is a deliberate strategy to improve their economic standing and safeguard institutional integrity. “Providing these homes will encourage Civil Servants to avoid cutting corners, improve productivity, and contribute to the development of Rivers State and Nigeria at large,” the governor said. READ ALSO: President Tinubu commends Rivers governor Fubara as NSA leads Ogoni…

The Federal Government (FG) has assured that all security operations against terrorists and criminal elements will strictly adhere to international rules of engagement. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, gave this assurance yesterday, during an end-of-year press briefing at the NICON Luxury Hotel in Abuja.  He was addressing concerns regarding the government’s new counter-terrorism doctrine, which now classifies all non-state armed groups—including bandits, militias, and their enablers—as terrorists. READ ALSO: FG designates kidnappers, armed groups as terrorists in major security shift “Nigeria has to defend itself as a country by observing the highest standards of procedure,” Idris stated,…

The Federal Government (FG) has approved the introduction of mandatory pre-employment drug testing for all prospective applicants into the Public Service. The move is a decisive step aimed at curbing the rising prevalence of illicit drug use and its impact on national development, productivity, and security. The directive was issued in a service-wide circular from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), George Akume on Monday. It targets Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), as well as extra-ministerial departments and parastatals nationwide. The FG directed all Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Departments to immediately institutionalise drug…

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has issued a stern warning to bank compliance officers in the South-East. He urged them to remain professional “gatekeepers” and resist the temptation to facilitate criminal activities. Speaking during a sensitization programme in Enugu, Olukoyede cautioned that compliance officers who deliberately sabotage investigations or tip off customers would face the full wrath of the law. READ ALSO: Olukoyede charges youths to shun internet fraud, embrace ethical conduct Olukoyede, represented by the Enugu Zonal Director, CE Daniel Isei, emphasized that the commission would no longer tolerate excuses for operational lapses.…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed deep sympathy to the government and people of Bayelsa State following the death of its Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Fubara, leading a high-powered delegation, visited his Bayelsa counterpart, Douye Diri, at the Government House in Yenagoa yesterday. He noted that the bond between the two states is so deep that whatever impacts Bayelsa has a ripple effect on Rivers. READ ALSO: Fubara says defection from PDP to APC was an ‘easy choice’ Addressing Diri, Fubara emphasised the unity between the neighboring states, stating that Rivers people are also in grief over the loss of…

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a stern warning to inter-city road transport operators against the arbitrary and unexplained increase in travel fares during the current festive season. The warning follows a surge in consumer complaints across the country regarding sharp hikes in transport costs. READ ALSO: FCCPC unseals Ikeja electric headquarters following binding agreement to resolve consumer violations In a statement released by the Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, the Commission noted that these complaints are particularly concerning given recent reports of reductions in the pump price of petrol (Premium Motor Spirit) across various regions.…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has heralded the return of the iconic Eyo Festival, describing it as a vital platform to showcase Lagos not only as an economic powerhouse but as a global beacon of culture and tourism. Speaking at the “Ijade Opa Eyo” ceremony held at the Lagos House, Marina, yesterday, the governor received the Opambata, the ceremonial staff of the Eyo Masquerade. This traditional rite marks the official start of activities for the Adamu Orisa Play, which is scheduled to reach its climax on Saturday, December 27, 2025. READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu cooks at food festival, highlights empowerment of entrepreneurs This year’s…

Residents of Odigbo, Ondo West, and Ondo East Local Government Areas are set to benefit from a new wave of infrastructure and empowerment projects following a visit by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Continuing his statewide “Thank-You” tour yesterday, the governor assured citizens that his administration is committed to a total economic and structural transformation of the state. READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa pledges enhanced media partnership, donates bus to ‘correspondents’ chapel Aiyedatiwa highlighted the Ore–Akure Road as a critical federal project that is significantly improving travel safety and reducing accidents. He revealed that following a request from Senator Jimoh Ibrahim (who was recently confirmed…

The United States Department of State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria have signed a transformative five-year bilateral health Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a major shift in U.S. foreign aid under the America First Global Health Strategy. The agreement, signed yesterday, outlines a massive $5 billion total co-investment aimed at overhauling Nigeria’s health infrastructure while introducing strict new conditions regarding the protection of religious populations. Under the terms of the pact, the United States has pledged nearly $2.1 billion in funding over the next five years.  READ ALSO: Lagos emerges as Nigeria’s leading hub for ease of doing business,…