Author: Friday Omosola

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has urged the people of Ikogosi, both at home and abroad, to foster cooperation and peace as foundational pillars for the community’s sustainable and impactful development. Addressing community leaders at an interactive session held on Friday in Ikogosi, during the 2024 Ikogosi Day celebration, Governor Oyebanji emphasised that harmony, unity, and mutual respect are key to attracting investment and advancing the community as a thriving centre for tourism and economic growth. The governor highlighted Ikogosi’s potential as a major revenue source for Ekiti State due to its distinctive cultural and natural attractions, calling on citizens…

Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has presented official vehicles to senior staff members in the Assembly’s directorship cadre. This initiative, announced on the Lagos State Government’s official Facebook page on Friday, marks a continuation of recent efforts to support and incentivize Assembly personnel. According to the statement, this is the second consecutive vehicle presentation, following an earlier handover of cars to senior staff just weeks prior. The move underscores the Assembly’s commitment to boosting productivity and enhancing service delivery for both the legislative body and the state. The latest beneficiaries include directors and deputy directors…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has credited his leadership style to the virtues of humility, contentment, and love instilled in him by his late mother. In a statement posted on the state’s official Facebook page, the governor emphasised that his mother’s teachings on simplicity and service have profoundly shaped his life and career. Governor Oyebanji made these remarks on Friday in Ikogosi Ekiti, during the commissioning of an ultra-modern multipurpose hall donated to the First Baptist Church, Ikogosi, by the Abiyamo Esther Oyebanji Foundation, a foundation established in memory of his mother. Reflecting on his upbringing, he shared that the…

Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has emphasised the importance of integrating youth perspectives in urban planning and development to better address climate change and enhance cities’ resilience to future challenges. In a statement, Salisu Badamasi Haiba, the ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, noted that Dangiwa highlighted this point during his keynote address at the 2024 World Habitat Day and World Cities Day commemoration in Abuja. This year’s themes are “Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban Future” for World Habitat Day and “Youth Leading Climate and Local Action for Cities” for World Cities Day. The…

Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), visited the Christian Blind Mission (CBM) in Abuja on Thursday. In a statement by Mbanefo J. I., head of the NCPWD’s press and public relations unit, Gufwan underscored the vital role of accurate data in driving effective advocacy and promoting inclusivity for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). He highlighted the invaluable support CBM provided in his educational journey, describing his connection with the organization as a “divine” one. Expressing concern over the unverified figure of 35.5 million persons with disabilities in Nigeria, Gufwan emphasized the need for reliable…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU) to deliver concrete results in the drive for food security in Nigeria, stressing that Nigerians expect action, not just rhetoric. He highlighted that while many presidential initiatives have been launched, effective implementation remains a challenge. Shettima noted that the PFSCU is uniquely positioned to transform Nigeria’s food security challenges into real progress. In a statement by his spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima issued this directive on Thursday during the PFSCU’s second meeting, which was convened as part of President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s efforts to combat hunger and alleviate…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to the illegal sale and distribution of an unregistered condom brand in the country. In a statement issued Thursday, NAFDAC reported that officials from the Post-Marketing Surveillance Directorate recently identified Foula condoms (packaged in sets of three) being sold in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, and Zango, Katsina State. The agency highlighted that this condom brand is neither registered with NAFDAC nor labelled in English, raising concerns about its compliance with national safety standards. “Condoms are a proven effective barrier method that can be used as a dual-purpose…

As part of efforts to foster a positive reading culture, Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has distributed educational materials to public secondary school students across the state’s Local Government Areas. Reaffirming his commitment to quality education, the Governor’s initiative was highlighted during the official flag-off ceremony held at Saint Anthony’s Secondary School, Ilorin. Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu, emphasised the government’s intention to revive reading culture among students, which she noted has been diminishing with the rise of digital distractions. According to the Commissioner, promoting a reading culture is essential…

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced that the new minimum wage of ₦73,000 for civil servants in the state will take effect starting in November. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, the governor made this announcement during the 2024 Public Service Week celebration, which included a fitness walk to promote the health and well-being of public workers. Civil servants, accompanied by labour leaders, participated in a walk through various parts of the state capital before gathering at the Government House, where they expressed their support for the governor ahead of the upcoming governorship election…

President Bola Tinubu emphasised on Thursday in Abuja that Nigeria’s longstanding diplomatic relations with France, China, and Denmark should lead to shared economic gains for citizens, especially in vital sectors such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure.  During a ceremony at the State House to receive Letters of Credence from the French Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier, Danish Ambassador Jens Ole Bach Hansen, and Chinese Ambassador Yu Dunhai, Tinubu committed to enhancing economic diplomacy. With an upcoming state visit to France, Tinubu highlighted his close ties with President Emmanuel Macron and expressed that the positive relationship between Nigeria and France should tangibly benefit…