Author: Friday Omosola

The immediate past governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has dismissed rumours of his defection from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement on his X page Monday night, Fayemi reaffirmed his commitment to the party, stating that he has always been a foundational, card-carrying member of the APC and that his position remains unchanged. He said: “My attention has been drawn to a story circulating on several online platforms regarding my defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC). “While I have been at the vanguard of demand for greater internal democracy and inclusion in the ruling party,…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has completed the registration process for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with over two million candidates set to participate in the exam scheduled for April. According to JAMB’s latest bulletin, as of March 8, 2025, a total of 2,030,627 candidates successfully registered. This figure does not include those who enrolled at international examination centres. The registration exercise, which began on February 3, 2025, also saw 200,115 candidates opting for the optional mock UTME, which is set to take place on April 5, 2025. Among them, 630 candidates signed up for an…

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has inaugurated two new commissioners, Lawal Olohungbebe and Maryam Nnafatima Imam, urging them to be team players and align with his administration’s developmental agenda. Their swearing-in,, which took place on Monday, came with a reshuffling of cabinet positions. Olohungbebe has been assigned to the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, while Nnafatima will now oversee the Ministry of Social Development. In other changes, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu has been moved to the Ministry of Tertiary Education, while Mary Arinde now heads the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development. READ ALSO: Kwara govt launches regional…

The House of Representatives has announced that seven oil firms have committed to clearing their $37.4 million debt to the Federation Account before August 2025. In a statement yesterday, the House spokesperson, Akin Rotimi, revealed that the companies made this commitment amid an ongoing investigation by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). “This agreement follows a detailed review of financial records from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), which uncovered significant irregularities in royalty payments and reconciliation processes within the sector,” Rotimi stated. He noted that the pledged repayments are part of a N9 trillion outstanding liability flagged in the…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among youths. He emphasised the importance of equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary for self-reliance, job creation, and economic independence. Speaking yesterday at the first convocation ceremony of Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI), Governor Oyebanji highlighted his government’s investment in entrepreneurial and innovation centres across the state. These initiatives, he said, aim to position graduates not just as employees but as employers, innovators, and solution providers. The event was attended by prominent dignitaries, including the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi…

The Ogun State Government has applauded President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government (FG) for upgrading Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) to a federal institution. Governor Dapo Abiodun, through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade said the move is expected to strengthen its growth and sustainability. Abiodun described the transition as a significant milestone for Nigeria’s first specialized university of education. He reiterated his administration’s commitment to advancing education and ensuring TASUED remains a centre of excellence in teacher training. The New Daily Prime reported that President Tinubu approved the transition following an appeal from the…

The Federal Government (FG) has adopted the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), Ijagun, Ogun State, as a federal university. This transition makes TASUED the first federally owned tertiary institution in Ogun East Senatorial District. TASUED, established by the Ogun State Government in 2005, holds the distinction of being Nigeria’s first specialised university of education. It was named after Tai Solarin, a renowned educationist and activist best known for founding the Mayflower School in Ikenne. President Bola Tinubu approved the takeover during the week, acknowledging Ogun State’s invitation to the FG to assume control of one of its top educational…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to reverse the suspension of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In an open letter dated March 8, 2025, and signed by its deputy director, Kolawole Oluwadare, SERAP described the suspension as unlawful and a violation of her right to freedom of expression. SERAP warned that failure to reinstate the senator within 48 hours would result in legal action against the Senate leadership. Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for six months last week over allegations of “speaking without permission” and refusing to accept her newly assigned seat in the…

Global Wissen Consult, a Swedish Embassy-backed digital training firm, has expressed its intention to collaborate with the Lagos State Ministry of Tertiary Education to enhance digital skills training for students in state-owned tertiary institutions. The partnership proposal was discussed during the week at Alausa at a meeting that brought together the Ministry’s management, Vice Chancellors, Provosts of state-owned tertiary institutions, and representatives of Global Wissen Consult. Addressing the delegation, the Lagos State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Tolani Sule, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to integrating digital literacy into the educational curriculum to boost students’ employability and competitiveness in the global job…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has launched the Odatiwa Women’s Initiative’s Grant, a financial empowerment scheme designed to support 1,000 low-income women across the state. The initiative was unveiled on Saturday during the 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration at the International Culture and Event Centre (The Dome) in Akure. The event, themed “For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, and Employment,” emphasised gender equality, inclusiveness, and women’s empowerment. Speaking at the event, Governor Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare and development of women, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds. He underscored economic empowerment as a key strategy…