Author: Friday Omosola

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State yesterday raised concerns about the influx of bandits fleeing military operations in the North-West into Oyo State. The governor who spoke at the 2025 annual inter-faith service for workers at the Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, reassured residents of his administration’s resolve to root out the criminal elements.   He said the challenges of 2024 regarding safety and security were immense, noting that the state faced fire outbreaks, armed robberies, and kidnappings. The governor maintained that in 2025, his administration is committed to intensifying its efforts to tackle these issues head-on. Makinde attributed the migration of bandits…

After no fewer than four people were killed in a clash between two suspected cult groups in Owo, the headquarters of Owo Local Government Area in Ondo State, Governor Aiyedatiwa had imposed a dawn-to-dusk curfew on the town. The announcement was made today in a statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, stressing that the curfew will remain in effect until further notice. The New Daily Prime gathered that one of the victims, 52-year-old Fisayo Oladipupo, a former youth leader of the APC in Owo LGA, was shot dead in the early hours of today by suspected cultists.  …

Former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, has revealed that his life is under threat following his criticism of President Bola Tinubu -led administration. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that the 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, during his New Year message, stated that Tinubu’s economic policies had worsened the living conditions of many Nigerians, leaving them poorer than he found them.  Obi urged the President to visit states across the country to witness firsthand the alarming poverty rate. His comments sparked backlash from Tinubu’s supporters, particularly former presidential aide to Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri, who accused Obi of lacking…

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has signed the state’s 2025 budget, valued at N615.86 billion, into law. The brief signing ceremony took place on Monday at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Maiduguri. Dubbed the “Budget of Recovery and Continuity,” the appropriation bill emphasises completing ongoing projects and fulfilling campaign promises made in 2023. Zulum had initially presented a budget estimate of N584.76 billion to the State House of Assembly on December 9, 2024. After thorough deliberations, the House increased the figure by N31 billion before passing it on December 24, 2024. Speaking at the signing ceremony,…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed twenty-seven officers from its workforce over allegations of fraud and misconduct. The anti-graft agency in a statement signed by its Head of Media and Publicity today, said the dismissals were approved by its Chairman Ola Olukoyede, following recommendations from the Commission’s Staff Disciplinary Committee. The EFCC reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy for corruption within its ranks, stressing that the Commission boss said “no officer is above scrutiny—promised that all allegations would be thoroughly investigated.” The anti-graft agency also addressed a trending $400,000 allegation involving a supposed EFCC staff member and a Sectional…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has announced that the largest food logistics hall in sub-Saharan Africa will commence operations in Lagos by 2025.  Speaking after a tour of the state-of-the-art digital studios of TVC News at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos, the governor disclosed that the hall will be launched alongside several middle-level markets in Mushin, Ajah, Agege, and Ikorodu. According to him, these initiatives are designed to enhance food sufficiency and security, underscoring the government’s dedication to empowering every resident of Lagos State. “As we uphold local government autonomy, Lagos remains a model of collaboration and independence. Our joint…

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has dismissed allegations that his panel failed to consult Nigerian governors before proposing major tax reform bills.  Oyedele clarified the situation during an interview on Arise TV yesterday, countering claims made by elder statesman Buba Galadima. Galadima had accused the committee of neglecting to engage governors, particularly outside Lagos and Ogun States, in crafting the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, the Tax Administration Bill, the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill, and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill. These proposed laws aim to overhaul Nigeria’s tax collection and administration…

L Governor Babajide Sanwo-Oluof Lagos State has disclosed that his administration will focus on securing funds for many projects, including the construction of new international airport and the expansion of the municipal rail system.   Speaking yesterday at the 25th Lagos New Year Thanksgiving Service held at Tafawa Balewa Square, a yearly tradition initiated by President Bola Tinubu during his tenure as governor, Sanwo-Olu outlined his administration’s priorities for the year. He pledged to implement the newly enacted Electricity Law to ensure reliable power supply across the state. The governor also reiterated his commitment to delivering on key areas such as…

Ahead of 2027 general elections,the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed confidence that it will win more governorship seats and reclaim of the federal government. This was made known by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) during a visit to the Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, at his home in Sampou, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area. Speaking on behalf of the NWC, the party’s National Treasurer, Ahmed Yayare, attributed this optimism to widespread discontent across the nation caused by persistent economic challenges. Yayare emphasised that the PDP remains the most credible opposition party capable of unseating the ruling All Progressives Congress…

President Bola Tinubu will depart Lagos on Monday, January 6, for Accra, the capital of the Republic of Ghana, to attend the inauguration of President-elect John Dramani Mahama on January 7. This was disclosed in a statement issued today by Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. Mahama, who previously served as Ghana’s 12th president from 2011 to 2017, was reelected in December 2024 and will succeed President Nana Akufo-Addo, who served from 2017 to 2025. According to Onanuga, the President’s trip to Accra follows an invitation from the president-elect, who paid a visit to the Nigerian leader…