Author: Friday Omosola

Nigeria and France have entered into a strategic partnership to bolster critical infrastructure and ensure food security through the signing of two key letters of intent.  President Bola Tinubu’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga in a statement on Friday said the collaboration was formalised during the President’s state visit to Paris, where he met with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des Elysée. The agreements, signed by top government officials and business leaders, promise over €300 million in financial and technical assistance spread across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones. The focus areas include healthcare, transportation, renewable energy, agriculture, and human capital development. During…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to reforms aimed at repositioning Nigeria and Africa for global economic relevance, asserting that the continent’s future is intertwined with transformative leadership. He made this statement during a State Dinner organised in his honour by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des Elysée in Paris on Thursday night. President Tinubu, accompanied by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, top Nigerian officials, and prominent businessmen, expressed optimism that the partnership between Nigeria and France would yield enduring benefits for Africa. He also praised Macron’s continued interest in the continent’s progress. “It is a great honour…

The Osun State Executive Council has approved the appointment of Prince Jokotola Olayinka Tunde as the new Olojudo of Ido-Osun in Egbedore Local Government Area of the state. The announcement was made in a statement signed by Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment. The appointment follows the passing of the late Oba Aderemi Adedapo, marking a significant transition for the Ido-Osun community. According to the 1956 Registered Declaration governing the Olojudo stool, it was the turn of the Adenko Ruling House to occupy the position. Alimi said the selection process adhered to due legal process and complied…

The Nigerian government has intensified efforts to attract international development partners to co-finance the second phase of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ-2) programme.  Vice President Kashim Shettima described the initiative as a transformative step towards achieving food security, job creation, and economic diversification under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at the SAPZ-2 co-financiers meeting on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Shettima emphasised the strategic importance of SAPZ in meeting Nigeria’s food security goals and advancing its economic agenda. “This meeting is crucial to mobilize additional financing for phase two of the program, which will allow us to include…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her unanimous re-election as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO).  The Nigerian economist, known for her expertise in global finance and development, will begin her second four-year term on September 1, 2025, following the expiration of her first term on August 31, 2025. Okonjo-Iweala, who made history in 2021 as the first African and the first woman to lead the 164-member organisation, was reappointed due to her strong track record and the trust placed in her by the global community. President Tinubu in a statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to upgrading educational infrastructure to meet global standards.  He made this pledge on Thursday in Ikere Ekiti while commissioning the newly constructed ultra-modern Senate Building at the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science, and Technology, Ikere Ekiti (BOUESTI). The building was built and donated by the university’s Chancellor, Chief Wole Olanipekun. The event was graced by notable dignitaries, including the Minister of Education, Olatunji Alausa; former Ondo State Governor, Olusegun Mimiko; Secretary to the State Government, Habibat Adubiaro; Lanre Tejuoso; Chairman of BOUESTI’s Governing Council, Patrick Aina; and Vice-Chancellors…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has dismissed recent claims made by Timothy Mgbere, a self-proclaimed ‘community person’, regarding the state of operations at the Port Harcourt Refinery. In a video circulating online, Mgbere alleged that the refinery’s much-publicised resumption of operations and recent Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) truck-out were fabricated. In a press release issued on Friday, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye labelled Mgbere’s assertions as a “crass display of ignorance,” clarifying operational facts to counter the misinformation. NNPC revealed that the Old and New Port Harcourt Refineries have been seamlessly integrated, operating with shared utilities…

The Nigeria Police Force has assured the public of its unwavering commitment to a comprehensive and impartial investigation into the tragic death of Priscilla Ocheme.  The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. The young woman was reported missing after visiting her boyfriend, Ekhousuehi Elvis, at his residence in Goshen Estate, Pyakasa, FCT, on September 22, 2024. Days later, her lifeless body was discovered, prompting widespread concern and a demand for justice. Following a report filed with the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 7, Abuja, Elvis was identified as the primary suspect and invited…

The National Coordinator/CEO of SERVICOM, Nnenna Akajemeli, has called on Nigerians to provide truthful and accurate information to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to enhance investigations and combat corruption.   Mrs Akajemeli made this appeal during the unveiling of the ICPC’s Service Charter, held in Abuja. She stressed the importance of citizen engagement in curbing corruption, as outlined in the newly launched Service Charter. “A Service Charter is a document that reflects the commitments of MDAs to their customers, detailing service standards, access to information, grievance redress mechanisms, and more,” she explained. Mrs Akajemeli lauded the…

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to judicial reforms, youth development, and promoting Plateau State as a global tourism destination. These assurances came during separate engagements with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Nigeria Fellowship of Evangelical Students (NIFES), and the “Enchanting Plateau” cultural exhibition. During a courtesy visit by the NBA Jos Branch at the Old Government House, Jos, Governor Mutfwang expressed concern about the state’s criminal justice system, particularly the overcrowding of correctional facilities. He announced plans to strengthen the justice system through strategic initiatives led by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice. The…