Author: Friday Omosola

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former President Goodluck Jonathan on being awarded the 2025 Sunhak Peace Founders’ Award. Tinubu, in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, his Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, said the recognition showed the contributions of the former president to peacebuilding and democracy. The former Lagos State governor commended Jonathan for his unwavering advocacy for peace, unity, and democratic values, noting that his efforts have earned him global recognition.   The President described Jonathan’s selection for the prestigious award as a testament to his bold initiatives in conflict resolution and governance reforms, particularly in Africa. READ ALSO: Ondo:…

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), has appointed Prof. Ibibia Worika, a distinguished legal expert and administrator, as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG). In a statement, the Sole Administrator emphasised that Prof. Worika’s selection followed a meticulous vetting process, during which his extensive experience in law, governance, and public policy made him the ideal candidate for the role. Meanwhile, in a separate development, Iyingi Brown has been appointed as the Acting Head of Service following the resignation of George Nwaeke, the former Head of Service. Brown, previously the Permanent Secretary for Welfare…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to equipping Nigerian youths with the skills needed to compete on the global stage. Speaking at the official launch of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) in Abuja, the President described the initiative as a bold response to unemployment, poverty, and other socio-economic challenges hindering national progress. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu emphasised that Nigeria, with a median age of 17 years and projected to become the third most populous country by 2050, must prioritize youth development to secure its future. “The success of a nation is guaranteed when its children…

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has charged Nigerian students to uphold integrity in all aspects of their lives, emphasising that it is a crucial foundation for the country’s development. Olukoyede gave this charge at a re-sensitization and reorientation program for members of the Integrity Club at Anglican Girls Grammar School, Apo, Abuja. Represented by the Head of EFCC Radio, Deputy Commander of the EFCC (DCE) Nwanyinma Okeanu, he highlighted the significance of the Integrity Club in schools, stressing that students are the future of Nigeria, and their choices today will shape the nation’s…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has finalised plans to deploy a digital payment platform to streamline the collection of taxes and other government-related payments. The initiative follows a strategic partnership between the state government through the Ondo State Internal Revenue Service (ODIRS) and BBA Consult Ltd., a consulting firm specializing in digital financial solutions. Speaking after a demonstration meeting with BBA Consult at the Governor’s Office in Akure, Governor Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to leveraging technology to improve revenue collection. He emphasised that the new platform would not only enhance the ease of tax payments for individuals and businesses…

The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable city, dismissing claims circulating on social media that the state has an unpleasant odour. In a statement released yesterday, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, emphasized that Lagos is undergoing a transformation driven by strategic environmental initiatives. “Lagos is not smelling; it is evolving towards sustainable waste processing, modernized landfill management, cleaner waterways, and structured sanitation systems,” Wahab stated. “Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration remains steadfast in its commitment to building a resilient and livable city.” The commissioner highlighted several steps taken by the…

The Federal Government (FG), in partnership with Africa Plus Partners, has launched the 125km Benin–Asaba Expressway Project in Edo State. The project, a dual-carriage, solar-lit superhighway, is fully financed by private investors under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, described the initiative as a major breakthrough in infrastructure financing. He emphasised that the project is backed by private capital and does not depend on direct federal funding. “What you see on the front page of the pamphlet will be delivered—because the cash is there,”…

For the first time since his suspension, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has appeared in public. He attended a church service at Salvation Ministries headquarters in GRA, Port Harcourt. Governor Fubara, who was accompanied by his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, made no public statements during his church visit. His next move remains uncertain as political tensions in the state continue to escalate. Fubara’s appearance followed President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State last Tuesday. Tinubu cited rising political tensions and security threats, as the reasons for suspending Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and the…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to implementing education policies that equip students with practical skills and prepare them for real-world challenges. He made this known over the weekend while receiving a delegation from South Korea, led by KOICA Deputy Country Director, Baik Ki-Hyyn, at his office in Ado-Ekiti. The delegation was in the state to conduct an in-depth survey of the Smart School Project. According to a statement by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, Oyebanji emphasised that his government is leveraging smart technology in education to enhance critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving…

Amnesty International has urged Nigerian authorities to launch an independent and impartial investigation into allegations of sexual harassment levelled by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement issued by Amnesty International Nigeria’s Director, Isa Sanusi, the organization emphasised the urgency of addressing the allegations rather than allowing them to be dismissed or ignored. He warned that failing to act on the allegations could set a dangerous precedent, making it harder for victims of sexual harassment to seek justice while emboldening perpetrators. “The National Assembly must not continue to look away while the allegations remain and are…