Author: Friday Omosola

The Lagos State Government has welcomed fresh efforts by the GIZ SKYE (Skills Development for Youth Employment) project to deepen collaboration aimed at equipping young people with relevant skills and expanding employment opportunities. The  Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Akinyemi Bankole Ajigbotafe, received a delegation from GIZ SKYE on a courtesy visit to the Ministry’s conference room in Alausa. The Commissioner was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Wasiu Olayinka. READ ALSO: 5 men remanded in Kirikiri for dumping waste in Lagos canal The visiting team, led by Djokic Svjetlana, Component Manager for Employment Promotion, reiterated the organisation’s commitment to working…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has issued a two-week ultimatum to traders operating on unauthorised roadside spaces in Ado-Ekiti to vacate and relocate to the newly completed ultra-modern Agric Olope Market. The directive, which affects traders at Bisi Market, Kings Market, and other strategic locations in the state capital, was announced during a meeting with market women at the Palace of the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti. Mr Oyebanji stated that all affected traders must relocate to the new market on or before 23 June or face the full weight of the law. READ ALSO: Oyebanji urges more police presence in Ekiti,…

Former Nigerian Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, has said that the Nigerian Civil War was not driven by hostility or ethnic resentment but was a difficult decision aimed at safeguarding the nation’s unity. Gowon spoke during the 5th Convention of the Christian Men’s Fellowship (CMF), held at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in Maitama yesterday in Abuja. The 91-year-old statesman reflected on the burdens of leadership during one of Nigeria’s darkest periods. READ ALSO: Obasanjo responds to Gowon’s: I never knew you asked Abacha not to kill me The event also saw him honoured with a Lifetime Integrity and Achievement Award. “The…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently revisit the appointments of at least three individuals alleged to be members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a letter dated 7 June 2025 and signed by SERAP Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation cited threats to the credibility of the 2027 general elections. SERAP urged Tinubu to replace the controversial nominees with qualified Nigerians who possess unquestionable integrity and are not affiliated with any political party. The letter followed growing…

Prominent constitutional lawyer and human rights defender, Mike Ozekhome, has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s political trajectory. Appearing on Channels Television’s ‘Hard Copy’ yesterday, he warned that the country may be heading, perhaps unknowingly, towards a de facto one-party system. READ ALSO: Nigeria set for first-ever senior clash with Russia Ozekhome criticised the increasing trend of political defections, describing it as the height of sycophancy and a clear sign that Nigerian politicians lack firm ideological principles. He drew a satirical comparison between the country’s political parties and popular local dishes, saying they are indistinguishable from one another—like “beans, akara, and moi-moi”,…

In a firm stand against indiscriminate waste disposal, five men accused of dumping refuse in a canal along the Igando-Iba Road Link Bridge were arraigned and remanded at Kirikiri prison. The accused appeared before a Magistrate Court in Oshodi, facing charges of illegal waste dumping. Their case was adjourned to 9 July. The defendants were identified as Quassim Jamiu, 44, and Ayo Jamiu, 18, both from Kwara State; Alexander Innocent, 40, from Akwa Ibom; Oparinde Taiwo, 55, from Ogun State; and Moses Adelowokan, 76, from Osun State. The men were caught in the act by a combined team from the…

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has described Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno’s defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as one likely to attract increased investment to the South-South region. The New Daily Prime reported that Eno announced his defection from PDP to APC on Friday after months of speculation. Okpebholo, who congratulated Eno in a statement released on Saturday, praised his boldness and courage in embracing the “progressive ideals” and national vision championed by the APC. READ ALSO: Edo: Appeal Court upholds Okpebholo’s election victory He said the move reflects a “profound” commitment…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to embrace unity, collective sacrifice, and continued support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration as the country works towards lasting peace and development. Speaking during the Eid al-Adha prayers at the National Eid Ground along Airport Road in Abuja, Shettima described the festival as a time for sober reflection, compassion, and nation-building, rooted in the legacy of Prophet Abraham’s obedience and sacrifice. READ ALSO: Shettima: Institutional reforms will solve 80% of Nigeria’s bureaucratic problems “This is a period of sober reflection, a season of reaching out to the indigent among us, of building bridges…

The Lagos State Government has launched a landmark green initiative—the 80 Million Credit Float Project, aimed at addressing climate change, reducing poverty, and creating jobs across Nigeria. Announced during a media briefing at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, the project was unveiled by the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget in collaboration with environmental consultancy firm GreenPlinth Africa. The scheme is expected to create 35 million green jobs, expand access to clean cooking technologies, and provide economic opportunities for millions, particularly women and children. READ ALSO: Waste disposal violators in Lagos to pay N250,000 fine or jail term Described as…

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has extended warm greetings to Muslims across Nigeria as they marked Eid al-Adha. He urged leaders at all levels to embrace the virtues of sacrifice, humility, and service. In a statement posted in his X page and titled “Eid al-Adha: A Time for Reflection, Sacrifice, and Leadership”, the 63-year-old said the celebration served as a powerful reminder of faith, obedience, and selflessness. READ ALSO: Atiku, Obi meeting disrupted by Jigawa delegates He joined Muslims in thanking Almighty Allah for the grace of unity and peace that the sacred occasion represents. Obi also described…