Author: Friday Omosola

Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has insisted that its planned national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, will proceed as scheduled despite a Federal High Court order restraining it from doing so. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that the Federal High Court in Abuja halted the convention following a suit filed by aggrieved party officials. In his ruling, Justice James Omotosho held that the PDP failed to comply with constitutional and electoral procedures. He stated that until the party meets all statutory requirements outlined in its own constitution, the 1999 Constitution, and the Electoral Act, it…

The Anambra State Police Command has announced the deployment and immediate resumption of Abayomi Shogunle, as the Commissioner of Police to take charge of security operations for the forthcoming State Governorship Election, scheduled for 8 November. The posting, according to the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Ikenga Tochukwu, is a key component of the operational strategy approved by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun aimed at fostering a peaceful, credible, and transparent electoral process in the state. Upon assumption of duty, Shogunle activated the IGP’s Enforcement Protocol for anti-electoral offences, signalling a firm stance against crimes that threaten the…

The Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA) has begun the second batch of enumeration for property owners impacted by the Oworonshoki regeneration exercise, in a move to ensure comprehensive compensation for all affected residents. The exercise, which commenced yesterday took place at the Oloworo palace in Oworonshoki and is specifically designed to capture additional residents who were not included in the initial round of documentation. READ ALSO: Lagos police commissioner reportedly declare Sowore ‘wanted’ over public disturbance Oladimeji Animashaun, the General Manager of LASURA, led the exercise, with attendance from LASURA staff, community leaders, and security agencies. He stressed that Governor…

The Nigerian government on Monday marked a milestone in its higher education reform efforts with the launch of the Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Alliance and the accompanying Compendium: key achievements and impacts of the ACE project in Nigeria. The launch, held at the National Universities Commission (NUC), was spearheaded by the Education Minister, Olatunji Alausa, who highlighted the initiative’s crucial role in transforming Nigeria’s academic and research landscape. The newly inaugurated ACE Alliance brings together all 20 Centres of Excellence established across Nigeria under the World Bank-supported ACE Project. READ ALSO: Mixed reactions trail Trump’s threat of U.S. military intervention…

President Bola Tinubu on Monday received Professor Ademola Adenle, a distinguished Nigerian scholar and sustainability expert who was recently honoured as the first-ever recipient of the prestigious World Academy of Sciences–M.S. Swaminathan Award for Food and Peace. The President offered his congratulations to Adenle, praising him for bringing glory to Nigeria through his achievement. Tinubu specifically commended his extensive work in the fields of agricultural innovation policy, biosciences, renewable energy, and public health, noting its focus on developing sustainable solutions for rural and marginalized populations across Africa and beyond. READ ALSO: Heavy security as Abdulrahman Mohammed assumes office as PDP acting…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, has given an assurance that the upcoming Anambra State off-cycle governorship election, slated for November 8 will be peaceful and credible. Amupitan delivered this assurance today at the signing of the Peace Accord, an event convened by the National Peace Committee (NPC) and led by former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar. He lauded the NPC’s “unwavering commitment” to peaceful elections, noting that the devolution of the peace accord to cover off-cycle governorship elections—a request INEC made five years ago—has been crucial in reducing electoral tensions and violence.…

Flag bearers of political parties contesting in the upcoming Anambra State Governorship election on November 8 on Monday signed a peace accord in Awka. They committed to a peaceful, credible, and violence-free poll. READ ALSO: “I’ve always been in the corridors of politics” — Anambra AAC governorship candidate The event, held at the International Conference Centre in the state capital, was witnessed by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. The National Peace Committee (NPC) organised the crucial ceremony, which drew political leaders, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, civil society organizations, and traditional rulers. Egbetokun stressed the…

Billionaire Femi Otedola has commended President Bola Tinubu for his bold and decisive step in implementing a 15% import tariff on petrol and diesel. In a statement posted on his X page on Monday, the business mogul called the policy a crucial measure for protecting Nigeria’s burgeoning domestic refining industry. READ ALSO: Femi Otedola increases stake in First Holdco Otedola emphasised that the tariff is vital for safeguarding local industries that have invested substantially in production and refining capacity within the country. He drew parallels to Nigeria’s past, noting that for decades, local sectors like textiles and manufacturing were severely damaged…

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has called for renewed diplomatic talks between Nigeria and the United States (US) following a recent threat of security and diplomatic action against Nigeria by President Donald Trump. Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Monday, advocated for diplomatic solutions, emphasising the long history of productive partnership between the two nations. “I appeal to the Presidency of the United States of America to support Nigeria to fully implement the recently developed national security strategy,” Adeleke said. READ ALSO: Osun 2026: PDP, APC trade blows over Adeleke’s screening He described Nigeria’s new strategy…

Dr Bernard Doro has pledged to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Nigerians,  the New Daily Prime earlier reported that Doro was confirmed by the Nigerian Senate on Thursday following his nomination by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during his first service at ECWA Goodnews Church in Maitama, Abuja, on Sunday, the pharmacist reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the poor and vulnerable receive the support they need. “Our desire is to be able to implement policies that will uplift people from poverty. We cannot do that on our own. We can only do that with your support and…