Author: Friday Omosola

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged stakeholders to invest in the state’s waterways and collaborate in promoting safer, more efficient, and sustainable water transportation systems across Nigeria. Speaking at the 2025 Regional Ferry Safety Conference held at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island, Mr Sanwo-Olu, represented by his Deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, highlighted Lagos as a viable market with over 20 functional water terminals and several more jetties under development. The conference, themed ‘Charity Safer Waters: Advancing Ferry Safety through Innovation, Collaboration, and Integrated Transport Solutions,’ brought together key players in the water transport sector to discuss safety, innovation,…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has rescheduled the hearing on the dispute concerning the rightful National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to 22 September. Justice Mohammed Umar fixed the new date for a definite hearing after parties involved in the case agreed to the postponement. The matter appeared before Justice Umar for the first time, although it had previously been handled by Justice Inyang Ekwo, who was set to deliver judgment before the plaintiff, Samuel Anyanwu, applied to amend his initial filing. READ ALSO: PDP NWC denies NEC postponement, Anyanwu’s reinstatement Mr Anyanwu, the embattled PDP National Secretary,…

The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has dissociated itself from the alleged demolition of a property said to belong to the brother of the former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the state. The New Daily Prime reported that Mr Obi, in a statement on his X page on Wednesday, recounted how his younger brother’s company property in Ikeja, Lagos, was invaded and demolished by unidentified individuals without a valid court order or demolition permit. He raised alarm over what he described as the worsening state of lawlessness and disregard for citizens’ rights in Nigeria. Addressing the former…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has postponed the trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, and two others in the ongoing money laundering case. The matter has been rescheduled to continue on October 8 and 9, as well as November 12 and 13. Justice Maryanne Anenih adjourned the proceedings after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) presented multiple documents through its third witness in an effort to support the allegations against Mr Bello and his co-defendants, Umar Shuaib Oricha and Abdulsalam Hudu. READ ALSO: Yahaya Bello meets bail condition, released from prison During Wednesday’s hearing, Segun Adeleke,…

President Bola Tinubu is set to sign four landmark tax reform bills into law today (Thursday), a move expected to overhaul Nigeria’s fiscal and revenue systems. The bills, the Nigeria Tax Bill, the Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill, were recently passed by the National Assembly following extensive consultations with stakeholders and interest groups across the country. READ ALSO: Ndume criticises Tinubu, reflects on El-Rufai rift, threatens to leave APC The new laws are expected to reform tax administration in Nigeria, enhance revenue generation, improve the ease of doing business,…

The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has raised alarm over what he described as the worsening state of lawlessness and disregard for citizens’ rights in Nigeria. In a statement posted on his X page on Wednesday, Mr Obi recounted how his younger brother’s company property in Ikeja, Lagos, was invaded and demolished by unidentified individuals without a valid court order or demolition permit. READ ALSO: Visit Niger flood victims too, Obi tells Tinubu after Benue trip announcement He disclosed that he received a frantic call from his brother, who just returned from Port Harcourt, only…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Nigeria is undergoing a quiet but determined transformation under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, marked by market expansion, institutional reforms, and focused policy shifts. Speaking on Wednesday at the Nigeria–Brazil Business Forum in Abuja, as part of the Nigeria–Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism (SDM), Mr Shettima described the country’s ongoing reforms as “silent but resolute,” aimed at fostering sustainable partnerships and attracting like-minded allies. “This transformation is driven by a seriousness of purpose that goes beyond reform for reform’s sake,” Shettima said. “What we seek are partners who see our direction, who respect our ambition, and…

Former Senator Shehu Sani has urged opposition parties, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Labour Party (LP), the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and others, to focus on resolving their internal disputes rather than accusing President Bola Tinubu of orchestrating their troubles. Mr Sani spoke on ‘The Morning Brief’ programme on Channels Television on Wednesday. He criticised opposition parties for looking to the president to resolve their challenges. READ ALSO: Shehu Sani announces intention to contest for ee-election in 2027 “It makes no sense for you to face internal turmoil and then start pointing fingers at your rivals instead of…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has disbursed over N1.45 billion in compensation to 195 landowners whose properties were acquired for the Ekiti Knowledge Zone (EKZ) project. The beneficiaries, from Ijan, Awo, and Araromi Ekiti, received cheques yesterday during a brief ceremony held at the Conference Hall of the Governor’s Office in Ado Ekiti. The EKZ is a major economic initiative designed to establish an innovation-driven ecosystem and serve as a business incubation hub for knowledge-based enterprises in the state. READ ALSO: Oyebanji: Agricultural projects helping to reduce crime in Ekiti rural areas Mr Oyebanji emphasised that the project is expected…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended the $1 billion Nigeria-Brazil Green Imperative agricultural programme, describing it as a landmark in the renewed strategic partnership between both nations. Speaking at the opening of the 2nd Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism (SDM) on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Mr Shettima said the initiative symbolises shared values and mutual aspirations between the two major democracies. “The Green Imperative is a flagship of this partnership. It will create jobs, boost productivity, and support Nigeria’s food security agenda,” Mr Shettima said, adding that the collaboration represents ‘a shared dream’ between Nigeria and Brazil. READ ALSO: Brazil’s…