Author: Friday Omosola

President Bola Tinubu has announced a new comprehensive security and economic framework aimed at unlocking Nigeria’s vast marine and aquatic resources, positioning the blue economy as a major driver of national transformation. The President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, unveiled the blueprint on Wednesday during a Presidential Parley with participants of the Senior Executive Course 47 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) at the Presidential Villa. Tinubu directed all relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to immediately review and implement the recommendations of the NIPSS comprehensive study on blue economy development, titled “Blue Economy and…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has inaugurated the 28.4-kilometre extension of the Ahoada-Omoku Dualised Road. He assured citizens of his administration’s focus despite political challenges. Speaking during the inauguration, Fubara stated that the project was a campaign promise to the people of Ahoada, extending the road previously started by his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, to Omoku. “We are here today to tell you that the promise made has been fulfilled,” the governor announced. READ ALSO: PDP labels Fubara’s defection to APC ‘self-inflicted injury’ He added that the project will enhance economic activities in the region and help address issues of insecurity previously…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring good healthcare facilities for the people of the state, particularly mothers and children. The governor’s affirmation was yesterday, during a meeting with the Country Director of UNICEF, Wafaa Abdelatef, and her management team in Port Harcourt. READ ALSO: Fubara, Tinubu meet behind closed doors amid rising political tension in Rivers Fubara, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Benibo Anabraba, stressed that the government will continue to provide the necessary facilities to ensure accessible and quality healthcare for all residents. He highlighted ongoing infrastructure projects, stating, “We are…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has stated that the era of prolonged water scarcity is nearing its end, declaring that pipe-borne water will flow in the state again. The governor made the declaration on Tuesday at the groundbreaking ceremony for the AFD- and AfDB-assisted water supply projects at the Owena Dam in Igbara-Oke, Ifedore Local Government Area. The initiative, described as a revival of a long-abandoned vision, is set to benefit an estimated 1.3 million residents across seven local government areas. READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa strengthens security, unveils Amotekun facilities, boosts corps with 500 recruits Aiyedatiwa noted that the stalled Owena…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that the nation’s education budget has increased under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, jumping to ₦3.52 trillion in 2025 from ₦1.54 trillion in 2023. Shettima disclosed the figure on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening of the 2025 Nigeria Education Forum. He stated that the substantial spending reflects the administration’s “unwavering commitment to building an enlightened and globally competitive population.” READ ALSO: Shettima declares Imo State’s new growth frontier for Nigeria’s diversification drive Shettima, represented by Aliyu Umar, Special Adviser to the President on General Duties, warned that the growing number of out-of-school children…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State is scheduled to inaugurate his reappointed commissioners and special advisers on Tuesday. The inauguration follows their screening and confirmation by the State House of Assembly. READ ALSO: Oyebanji assures Ekiti residents of safety, cuts leave to meet security chiefs The swearing-in ceremony will take place at Jibowu Hall, Government House, Ado-Ekiti, at 4:00 p.m., according to a statement released on Monday by the Governor’s Special Adviser (Media), Olayinka Oyebode. Oyebanji had previously dissolved the State Executive Council on August 10, 2025, though some members were retained due to the sensitive nature of their assignments. The…

History was made in Rivers State yesterday with the inauguration of two new Dioceses of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. The ceremonies, which included the enthronement of new Bishops, were witnessed by the Governor Siminalayi Fubara, himself a Knight of the Niger Delta Diocese. The inauguration took place with two key enthronements Rt. Rev’d Boma Peter Briggs as the Bishop of Kalabari Diocese in Abonnema and Rt. Rev’d Richard Ngozi Okpara as the Bishop of Omoku Diocese in Omoku. READ ALSO: Rivers police rescue five kidnapped varsity students Speaking at the Kalabari Diocese inauguration, Fubara, who was represented by the…

Lagos State University (LASU) has retained its position as the Overall Best University in West Africa in the newly released 2025 UI GreenMetric World University Ranking for Sustainability. Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile, Coordinator, Centre for Information and Public Relations said the LASU was confirmed as the best university in both Nigeria and the West Africa region for the fourth consecutive time, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. READ ALSO: LASU Epe campus gets new 550-seater auditorium  In addition to its regional dominance, LASU recorded an impressive advancement in the global standings. The university moved up 39 places, jumping from 799th position in the 2024…

Kwara State is poised to become a key supplier of agricultural produce to Nigeria’s largest consuming market, following the activation of Lagos State’s ₦500 billion Offtake Guarantee Fund to secure long-term commodity supply partnerships. This positions Kwara as a major source for grains, legumes, fish, and other high-demand commodities. The development was recently confirmed at a strategic meeting led by the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Afees Alabi, in conjunction with major farmer associations and commodity groups in the state. READ ALSO: Kwara recruits 2,600 forest guards to strengthen rural security Alabi disclosed that the Lagos-Kwara arrangement has entered its…

The Lagos State Government has announced a dedicated commitment to developing a world-class, sustainable, and innovation-driven gemstone and jewellery industry, with the ultimate goal of positioning the state as a continental hub. This vision was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Mineral Resources, Abiola Olowu, at the 2025 Gemstone and Jewellery Conference and Exhibition (GGCE) at the Oriental Hotel. READ ALSO: Lagos APC slams ADC over Tinubu ‘early campaign’ allegation Olowu’s message, delivered by Geologist Oluremi Williams, aligned with the conference theme: “Accelerating Collaboration for Sustainable Gold and Gem Development in Africa.” While Lagos is globally…