Author: Friday Omosola

The 2023 presidential candidate of the the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi, has congratulated Ugo Ugochukwu Orlandi following his historic victory at the 71st Macau Grand Prix, where he clinched the 2024 FIA World Cup title.  Ugo’s achievement makes him the first American driver in over four decades to win the prestigious championship. In a statement on his X, Obi praised Ugo’s extraordinary talent, dedication, and hard work, emphasizing that his victory serves as a powerful reminder of the potential that can be unlocked when youth are provided with the right support and guidance. The former governor of Anambra State…

The officers of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other emergency responders have rescued a yet-to-be-identified driver whose 40-foot container collapsed on his Toyota Camry at Mile 2, along the road to Apapa. LASTMA in a statement on its X page on Monday said the Toyota Camry was severely damaged. The incident occurred when the container, which was heavily loaded, fell onto the car, trapping the driver inside. The joint rescue operation involved personnel from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), who worked together to extricate the victim from the…

Kwara State became the epicentre of Nigeria’s film industry on Sunday night, as Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq hosted the 16th edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards at the state-of-the-art Sugar Factory Film Studio in Ilorin.  The governor welcomed some of the biggest names in Nollywood to the state, urging them to explore Kwara’s cutting-edge facilities and unique environment for their future projects. Governor Abdulrazaq highlighted the significance of the BON Awards as a celebration of excellence in the Nigerian movie industry. He commended the organisers for choosing Kwara as the venue for the prestigious event, positioning the state as…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Ondo/Ekiti Area Command has reiterated its commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment to boost trade facilitation and promote economic growth in Nigeria.  This assurance was given by the Command’s Area Controller, Comptroller Morenikeji Bewaji, during a visit from delegates of the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) at the Command’s headquarters in Akure. In a press statement by the Deputy Superintendent of Customs, Herbert Dzungwenen, who serves as the Command’s Public Relations Officer, quoted Bewaji as praising APFFLON’s critical role in Nigeria’s supply chain and logistics sectors. She described freight…

The Lagos State University (LASU) has announced the commencement of its 2023/2024 HND/BSc Conversion Top-Up Degree Programme. The university in a statement on Monday said the initiative seeks to eliminate the perceived disparity between Higher National Diploma (HND) and Bachelor’s Degree holders, offering a platform for graduates to enhance their qualifications. The university added that the programme will provide opportunities for individuals dissatisfied with their degree classifications to upgrade their credentials. Available programs according to the institution include Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, Computer Science, Mass Communication, Public Administration, Economics, Geography and several others. Admission requirements include relevant HND certificates with…

The Lagos State Government has commended the Supreme Court of Nigeria for its historic ruling affirming the constitutional authority of states to regulate lotteries and gaming activities within their jurisdictions.  In the case Attorney-General of Lagos State and Ors vs. Attorney-General of the Federation & Ors (Suit No. SC/1/2008), the court nullified the National Lottery Act, declaring the regulation of lotteries a residual matter under state control. Describing the judgment as a victory for federalism and the rule of law, the Lagos government lauded the contributions of key political figures, including President Bola Tinubu, who has championed the cause of…

Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has proceeded on his annual leave, effective Monday. In a statement posted on his X page on Monday, Governor Diri emphasised that his absence would not disrupt governance or delay ongoing projects in the state. Reflecting on the year so far, he described it as exceptionally busy, particularly following his inauguration for a second term in February. “My absence will not in any way affect governance in the state, as the Deputy Governor, His Excellency, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has the mandate to take charge of all state functions,” he assured. The governor also addressed the…

The Ministry of Solid Minerals, under the aegis of the Federal Mines Officers, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to join the fight against illegal mining activities in Port Harcourt and beyond.   The appeal was made during a courtesy visit to the EFCC’s Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate. Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the President of the ministry’s Port Harcourt branch, Engr. Naku Romos highlighted the detrimental effects of illegal mining on the nation’s economy and the already compromised Niger Delta environment. Romos, who assumed office in September 2024, emphasised the need for collaboration between the…

The Adamawa State High Court has convicted and sentenced twelve internet fraudsters to various jail terms following their arraignment by the Gombe Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).   The sentencing, delivered by Justices Kayanson Samuel Lawanson, Hammed Isha, Benjamin Manji Lawal, and Mohammed Ibrahim Tola, followed the defendants’ guilty pleas to charges of cheating and impersonation. The convicts include Oladele Pius, Emmanuel Bulus, Elijah Elisha, Alamin Mohammed Bappa, Jamilu Usman, Enoch Solomon, Emmanuel Anthony, Enebeli Samuel Israel, Dimas Hyellabulatin, Emmanuel Dike, Joshua Umoru, and Dan Eden Sunday. Each convict was arraigned between November 6 and 7…

In a major stride towards advancing agribusiness in Nigeria, the Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brazil’s Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) to foster private-sector investment in fertiliser production, hybrid seed technology, and agricultural finance.   The MoU was signed by Nigeria’s Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), Temitope Fashedemi, and FGV President Professor Carlos Ivan Simonsen Leal during the G20 Leaders’ Summit. This collaboration builds on the Green Imperative Project (GIP), a $1.2 billion agricultural modernization initiative launched in 2018 to leverage Brazil’s expertise in tropical agriculture for Nigeria’s benefit. Over the…