Author: Friday Omosola

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has commended the leadership of organised labour in the state for fostering a harmonious working relationship, which he said has been instrumental in the state’s economic growth over the past 35 months. Speaking yesterday in Ado-Ekiti during a meeting with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the newly inaugurated executive members of its Women’s Wing, Oyebanji attributed his administration’s achievements to the sustained industrial peace. He noted that the unions’ understanding and cooperation have created a conducive environment for implementing people-oriented policies. READ ALSO: Oyebanji pledges continued partnership with FRSC “Without peace, the…

In a significant crackdown on illicit trafficking, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone A, has seized a large cache of firearms, ammunition, and industrial drones in separate operations across Ogun and Ondo States. The seizures, valued at a duty-paid value of over ₦377 million, highlight the service’s heightened focus on national security. READ ALSO: Customs reaffirms transparency, accountability as pillars of modernised agenda Comptroller Mohammed Shuaibu, who heads the unit, announced the seizures at a press briefing. He detailed how a patrol team on August 7 intercepted a Nissan Almera along a bush path in Ogun State.…

The Federal Government, FG, has urged the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and other stakeholders to recommit to implementing the Nigeria Road Safety Strategy, citing alarming statistics on road fatalities. Vice President Kashim Shettima, speaking at the FRSC’s 8th Annual Lecture Series, acknowledged the Corps’ efforts but stressed that more work is needed to make Nigerian roads safe. Shettima, who also serves as the Chairman of the National Road Safety Advisory Council (NaRSAC), stated that the administration is prioritising safer roads through massive infrastructure development. READ ALSO: FG commends Finland as court jails Simon Ekpa for terrorism However, he noted that…

President Bola Tinubu has departed from Abuja to begin a 10-working-day “working vacation” in Europe. The trip is part of his 2025 annual leave and will include stops in France and the United Kingdom before he returns to Nigeria. The announcement was made in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. READ ALSO: Tinubu mandates health insurance compliance across MDAs This marks one of the President’s latest international trips, following recent state visits to Brazil and a working visit to Japan. The details of the “working vacation” were not fully specified, but the…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced his administration’s commitment to using innovation and technology to achieve sustainable growth and help Nigeria meet its goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference 2025, the governor emphasised Lagos’s role as a hub for innovation and a key driver of the nation’s digital future. READ ALSO: Lagos to host 2025 Best of Nollywood Awards, Sanwo-Olu announces The event, which brought together global tech giants like IBM, Meta, and Cisco alongside local startups, was a joint effort between…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is not using anti-corruption agencies to target political opponents. The Minister made this assertion on Wednesday during a roundtable organised by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in Abuja. READ ALSO: No agreement between FG, ASUU, says Education Minister  Speaking at the event, Idris said that fighting corruption is a key priority for the Tinubu administration, which is committed to strengthening institutions like the ICPC and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He emphasised that the government maintains…

President Bola Tinubu has stated that creating a state police force is an essential and inevitable step in the ongoing effort to enhance national security. The President made the statement during a meeting with a delegation of prominent figures from Katsina State, led by Governor Dikko Radda, at the Presidential Villa yesterday During the meeting, Tinubu affirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling the country’s security challenges, which he described as surmountable. READ ALSO: ADC accuses Tinubu’s govt of ‘nepotism’, challenges infrastructure data He announced plans to deploy advanced military drones and surveillance technology to Katsina and boost the capacity of forest…

By Eniola Amadu A senior British police officer, Gavin Stephens, has urged politicians to “reduce and defuse tensions” rather than fuel divisions, warning that growing polarisation over asylum seekers is placing a serious strain on law enforcement. Stephens, chairman of the National Police Chiefs’ Council, made the remarks after weeks of demonstrations and counter-protests across the UK sparked by the government’s controversial policy of housing asylum seekers in hotels. His intervention followed recent claims by Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, who in July warned that Britain was on the verge of “civil disobedience on a vast scale.” READ ALSO: UK…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partnering with the private sector for economic growth, extending this pledge to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The governor, who met with the new FRSC Sector Commander, Corps Commander Sanya Adeoye yesterday, expressed satisfaction with the agency’s efforts in traffic management and accident reduction. Oyebanji assured the FRSC of continued support and collaboration to enhance its operational effectiveness. READ ALSO: Oyebanji affirms Ekiti’s commitment to private sector-led growth He specifically tasked the command with increasing its engagement with commercial drivers, motorcyclists, and tricycle operators through regular training and…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with the private sector in order to accelerate economic growth and promote sustainable development. Oyebanji announced this yesterday during a meeting with the Managing Director/CEO of First Bank of Nigeria Plc, Olusegun Alebiosu, and his management team in Ado-Ekiti. Oyebanji underscored his administration’s commitment to creating a favourable environment for investors and development partners. READ ALSO: Oyebanji names Olubamise Provost of Ekiti Health College He emphasised that the government alone cannot fulfil the state’s economic development needs and highlighted the private sector’s crucial role in unlocking Ekiti’s potential.…