Author: Friday Omosola

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has approved the career advancement of graduate primary school teachers (Tutor Cadre) from Grade Level 16 to Grade Level 17. The announcement was made in a statement released by the State Head of Service, Kehinde Onasanya, on Thursday. According to Abiodun, this decision is a strategic effort to eliminate career stagnation at the peak of the teaching cadre and significantly boost staff morale across the state’s primary education system. READ ALSO: Ogun govt urges patience as rainfall slows down Abeokuta-Sango Ota road reconstruction Beyond the grade level advancement, the governor has also approved a consolidated…

The Federal Government (FG) has announced the reopening of 47 Federal Unity Colleges across the country, weeks after they were shut down due to escalating security concerns. In a statement released on Thursday, the Federal Ministry of Education confirmed that academic activities have fully resumed. The decision follows a period of intense security evaluations and the fortification of safety measures around the affected institutions. READ ALSO: FG likely to miss 2025 revenue target by ₦30trn — Edun The Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, stated that the reopening underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring that the academic calendar…

The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba, has sworn in 126 new Notaries Public to serve within the legal system. The ceremony was held at the Osborne High Court Complex in Ikoyi, with 11 of the appointees participating virtually. Administering the oath of office, Justice Alogba emphasised the profound responsibility attached to the role.  READ ALSO: Lagos APC condemns Okonkwo’s remarks on Tinubu, military rule as reckless He urged the new Notaries Public to uphold the highest levels of integrity and ethical conduct, noting that their functions are vital to the credibility of the judiciary. Justice Alogba cautioned the…

In a major boost to food security and youth empowerment, the Ekiti State Government has presented cheques totalling ₦1 billion to young farmers as profits from the 2025 harvest season. The funds were distributed to 4,657 participants of the “Bring Back the Youth in Agriculture” programme during a ceremony held at the Osuntokun Pavilion, Government House, Ado Ekiti.  Individual payouts ranged from ₦500,000 to ₦1,500,000, representing the net profits earned by the youths after a successful farming cycle. READ ALSO: Oyebanji hails filmmakers behind epic ‘Ekiti Parapo War’ The programme has seen an unprecedented expansion within just one year.  Governor Biodun…

The National Economic Council (NEC) has constituted a high-level committee on livestock development to accelerate the transformation of Nigeria’s livestock sector. The move is aimed at resolving the long-standing farmer-herder crisis and bolstering national food security. The decision was reached yesterday during the 155th meeting of the NEC, which was held virtually and chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima. READ ALSO: NEC approves ₦100bn for security training overhaul, urges reforms with tangible impact Shettima emphasised that achieving food security is a “moral obligation” that can only be fulfilled through an enduring, practical, and nationally accepted solution to communal conflicts. “We must…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has reaffirmed that the security of lives and property remains the top priority of his administration’s “OUR EASE” agenda.  During the third day of his statewide “Thank-You” tour on Wednesday, the governor assured residents of Ose, Owo, and Akure North Local Government Areas that banditry and criminal activities at border communities would be met with zero tolerance. Addressing crowds across the three local governments, Aiyedatiwa revealed that the strategic establishment of an Amotekun Rangers camp and the deployment of specialized patrol teams have significantly curtailed boundary-related crimes.  READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa flags off Owena dam rehabilitation, vows to end…

The Chairman of the Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service (EKIRS), Olaniran Olatona, has assured Nigerians that the upcoming Federal Tax Law, scheduled to commence in January 2026, is a strategic move to bolster the national economy and will not result in unauthorised bank deductions or public hardship. Speaking at a news conference on Wednesday in Ado Ekiti, Olatona clarified that the reforms are part of the President Bola Tinubu-led administration’s goal to modernise Nigeria’s tax architecture, improve transparency, and promote administrative fairness. He moved to dismiss widespread rumours concerning the safety of personal finances under the new regime. READ ALSO: Lotus…

Lagos State has solidified its position as Nigeria’s most competitive business environment, clinching two prestigious titles at the Presidential Enabling Business Council (PEBEC) 2025 Awards: “Best Subnational for Ease of Doing Business” and “Best State Reform Champion” in Nigeria. The honours were announced during a ceremony held recently at the Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja, where Lagos was recognised for achieving a top-tier performance score of 85.6%. READ ALSO: 2027: Lagos APC accuses opposition of being desperate The state’s top-ranking performance was driven by significant reforms across several critical sectors.  The PEBEC assessment highlighted the state’s advancements in land administration and…

The Coalition for Local Election Administration Reform (CLEAR) has called for a strategic partnership with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the Federal Capital Territory to address operational bottlenecks ahead of the February #FCTDecides2026 Area Council elections. During an advocacy visit to the INEC FCT office yesterday, CLEAR spokesperson Princess Hamman-Obels emphasised that early collaboration is vital to resolving recurring electoral challenges.  READ ALSO: INEC explains delay in prosecuting vote-buying suspects arrested Anambra The engagement aimed to identify specific areas where technical support could improve the administration of the polls and the overall experience for voters. Hamman-Obels noted that the…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed that President Bola Tinubu’s youth empowerment initiatives are designed to serve all Nigerians, regardless of their political affiliations. Speaking during an interactive session with students and youth leaders at “The Nest Resource Centre” in Abuja yesterday night, the minister clarified that the administration’s focus is on expanding opportunities and restoring national prosperity rather than partisan gains. “NELFUND is for Nigerians; it is not for APC. The 3MTT is for Nigerians; it is not for APC,” Idris stated, addressing a diverse audience moderated by APC National Youth Leader, Dayo Israel.…