Author: Friday Omosola

The Presidency has clarified the United States’ decision to reduce visa validity for Nigerian citizens, citing two primary reasons. In a statement on Tuesday, Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s (FG) unwavering commitment to fostering strong diplomatic ties with both the United States and the United Arab Emirates. He noted that recent adjustments to visa issuance policies affecting Nigerians by these two nations are receiving active attention from the FG. READ ALSO: Presidency should remain in South for equity – Minister Musawa Relevant Nigerian ministries, departments, and gencies are currently engaging in…

Thousands of security operatives have been deployed across Katsina State as preparations continue for the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari. According to the Katsina State Police Command, a robust security arrangement has been put in place in Daura and other strategic areas to ensure the funeral proceedings are conducted without incident. READ ALSO: Buhari’s remains departs London for Daura The effort, which involves close collaboration with other security outfits under the leadership of AIG Zone 14, is being coordinated by Commissioner of Police, Bello Shehu. The police extended heartfelt sympathies to the people and government of Katsina State, the late…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the constitution of an Inter-Ministerial Committee to plan and coordinate a state funeral for the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday. According to a statement issued by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), the committee is to be chaired by SGF George Akume. It comprises key cabinet members and top security officials, tasked with delivering a dignified and befitting burial ceremony. Members of the committee include the Ministers of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning; Defence; Information and…

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has paid tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a man of unwavering conviction and remarkable tenacity. Fayemi, who served as Minister of Mines and Steel Development during Buhari’s administration said this in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Monday. He said the former president never wavered in his ambition to lead Nigeria democratically, despite enduring multiple electoral defeats before eventually securing victory in 2015. READ ALSO: Why leaders must learn from posthumous insults on Buhari – Aliyu Fayemi, who also chaired the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), expressed…

Farouk Aliyu, a prominent ally of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has called on Nigerian leaders to draw crucial lessons from the death of the former president. Aliyu, a former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, offered this counsel during a Monday interview on Channels Television’s ‘Sunrise Daily’ programme. READ ALSO: Shettima visits Aisha Buhari in London ahead of Buhari’s Burial His remarks came as he addressed the torrent of criticism and insults that many Nigerians have directed at the late president. He underscored that no human being, irrespective of their political standing, is without fault, yet he stressed…

The Federal Government (FG) has declared Tuesday, 15 July, a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. According to a statement issued by Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, the declaration follows the approval of President Bola Tinubu and aligns with the seven-day period of national mourning previously announced. READ ALSO: Buhari to be buried Tuesday – Katsina govt The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the announcement on behalf of the FG, said the holiday serves as a mark of respect for the late President’s service to the nation. He highlighted Buhari’s…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has charged newly sworn-in commissioners to hit the ground running and deliver on the administration’s promises. He stressed that citizens expect nothing less than effective, people-focused governance. While inaugurating the new batch of commissioners into the State Executive Council, the governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective service delivery. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the International Centre for Culture and Events (The Dome) in Akure on Monday. READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa, Bala partner on $2.6bn fertiliser, petrochemical deal Describing the occasion as a significant milestone in his administration’s journey towards building a…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has expressed profound joy and gratitude following the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s sweeping victory in the local government elections held across the state on Saturday, July 12. Mr Sanwo-Olu, in a statement yesterday, congratulated the APC, its leadership, stakeholders, and members on their overwhelming electoral success. He described the outcome as a clear demonstration of the trust Lagosians place in the party’s vision for inclusive grassroots development. READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu commends Lagosians for peaceful LG elections “This victory belongs to the people of Lagos,” Sanwo-Olu affirmed, highlighting that the results reflect public confidence in the…

Legislative sessions at both the Senate and House of Representatives have been put on hold until Tuesday, 22 July 2025, following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. This adjournment was communicated in a statement released on Monday by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana. He explained that the decision was made to allow lawmakers to pay their respects and participate in funeral activities for the late former president, who died in London on Sunday, 13 July 2025. “In tribute to his life of service to the nation, the Senate President and the Speaker of the House have…

President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima and Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila to travel to the United Kingdom to accompany the body of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari back to Nigeria. Tinubu announced this in a statement on Sunday after confirming the passing of his predecessor, who died in London at approximately 4:30 PM (WAT) on Sunday, July 13, 2025, following a prolonged illness. Buhari was 82 years old. Tinubu extended his deepest condolences to Aisha Buhari, the widow of the former President, during a phone conversation. As a tribute to the departed leader, Tinubu also…