Author: Friday Omosola

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the arrest of a former member of the House of Representatives, Muhammad Kazaure. Kazaure, who represented the Kazaure, Roni, Gwiwa, and Yankwashi Federal Constituency from 2015 to 2023, was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday. READ ALSO: Tinubu administration abusing power with VDM’s arrest, detention – Atiku Reacting to the development via his social media platforms, Atiku accused the EFCC of once again plunging headlong into its familiar pattern of lawlessness by arresting and detaining the former lawmaker. He alleged that the anti-graft agency was operating with blatant disregard…

The Federal Government (FG) has flagged off the inaugural airlift of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri, Imo State. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who presided over the historic ceremony, urged the intending pilgrims to uphold Nigerian values and represent the country with dignity during their spiritual journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The event marked the first international departure from the airport, which was built over 40 years ago through communal efforts. READ ALSO: Reps call on FG to fund free cancer screenings nationwide A total of 64,188 Nigerians are scheduled…

President Bola Tinubu has welcomed new investment initiatives from the State of Qatar, particularly in the agricultural sector. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening bilateral relations and implementing existing agreements between both countries. The President made this known on Friday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, a special envoy from the Amir of Qatar and the country’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. READ ALSO: Tinubu bans procurement of foreign goods, launches ‘Nigeria first’ policy’ Al-Khulaifi conveyed the Amir’s strong interest in expanding cooperation with Nigeria, disclosing that a high-level Qatari business delegation will visit the…

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a dynamic and future-oriented public service by urging civil servants to transform into ‘civic innovators’ capable of driving meaningful change. This call was made by the Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Afolabi Ayantayo, during the inauguration of a strategic training programme titled “Leveraging Talent Development for the Next Public Service,” held recently in Alausa, Ikeja. READ ALSO: Politicians pushing sons to contest Lagos LG polls alarming – GAC Chairman Ayantayo described the initiative as a timely intervention and stressed the need for a fundamental shift in the mindset and responsibilities of…

In a move to tackle shortage of health personnel, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has authorised the recruitment of additional medical and health personnel to enhance the delivery of healthcare services across the state. The approval was announced on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the Kwara State Civil Service Commission, Hajia Jimoh. READ ALSO: Nigerian Nurse to leave UK over alleged exam malpractice Jimoh noted that the recruitment is m part of ongoing efforts to revitalise the state’s health sector.  Jimoh during a media briefing in her office, Hajia Jimoh commended the governor for his decisive action to strengthen the…

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned proceedings in the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, to June 26 and 27, and July 3 and 4, 2025. The adjournment is to allow the court to rule on an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) seeking to re-examine its third witness. READ ALSO: Court grants Yahaya Bello N500m bail Bello is facing a 19-count charge of alleged criminal breach of trust and money laundering involving N80.2 billion. The charges contravene Section 18(a) and are punishable under Section 15(3) of the Money…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), while placing nearly 40,000 results under investigation. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, revealed that the results of 39,834 candidates are currently being withheld due to reported cases of exam malpractice and other discrepancies. Over 1.9 million candidates had registered for and participated in this year’s UTME across the country. The Registrar further disclosed that 80 individuals are being interrogated nationwide in connection with various forms of examination fraud. Anambra State recorded the highest number…

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has pledged renewed efforts to combat the persistent problem of out-of-school children across Nigeria. The pledge focuses on strengthening access to quality basic education for vulnerable communities. Speaking at the opening of a two-day management retreat in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, UBEC’s Executive Secretary, Aisha Garba, emphasised the urgent need to remove barriers preventing millions of children—especially those from impoverished and rural backgrounds—from enrolling in school. READ ALSO: Tinubu appoints new leaders for NABTEB, UBEC The retreat, themed “Repositioning UBEC for Sustainable Basic Education Delivery in Nigeria,” is being held at the Ibom Icon Hotel…

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to address long-standing developmental challenges facing the state and the wider Southeast region. Tinubu, who spoke yesterday during a state visit to Anambra State, also pledged to address ecological threats, infrastructure gaps, and exclusion from key national projects. The President, who spoke at a civic reception at Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, assured the people of Anambra of the federal government’s commitment to inclusive development, road rehabilitation, and national integration through rail and gas infrastructure. READ ALSO: Tinubu administration abusing power with VDM’s arrest, detention – Atiku Responding to requests made by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, Tinubu acknowledged…

In a historic development, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been chosen as the new pope. This marks the first time an American has ascended to the leadership of the Roman Catholic Church. The 69-year-old has adopted the papal name Pope Leo XIV. A plume of white smoke billowed from the chimney atop the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday evening, signalling to the world that the conclave of 133 cardinals had reached a decisive vote. The traditional signal was met with jubilation in St Peter’s Square, where vast crowds gathered to witness the momentous occasion. READ ALSO: White smoke…