Author: Friday Omosola

Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has said the state is positioning itself for major industrial growth, driven by the imminent completion of its 60-megawatt (MW) independent power plant. Speaking at the 41st Annual General Meeting and Exhibition of the Bayelsa/Rivers branch of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) in Yenagoa, Diri stated that Bayelsa is “poised to become a hub for industrial growth” once the power facility comes onstream. The installation of a state-procured 60MW gas turbine is expected to be completed by December, a development the administration believes will enable it to deliver 24-hour electricity across the state. READ…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has launched the construction of the Akure–Imafon Road, reaffirming his administration’s deep commitment to infrastructure renewal and service delivery across the state. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony at the NNPC–Imafon Junction yesterday, Aiyedatiwa characterized the project as a strategic move to address the long-held aspirations of the area’s residents. He stated that the event marked a key milestone in fulfilling the promises made during his campaign and inauguration. READ ALSO: Governor Aiyedatiwa gifts SUVs to Ondo traditional rulers, pledges continued support The governor commended the community’s traditional and spiritual leaders, youth, and landlords for their…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered and handed over the sum of N104.1 million to the Niger State Government. The funds represent unremitted tax liabilities recovered from a company operating within the state. The official handover took place at the EFCC’s Ilorin Zonal Directorate office yesterday. READ ALSO: Sylva declared wanted by EFCC amid claims of political witch-hunt The recovered amount stems from outstanding taxes owed by Kiara Rice Mills Limited, situated in Kpatsuwa Village, Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. The tax liabilities were accrued between 2021 and 2024. The investigation began in February 2025,…

The National Council on Privatisation (NCP), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, has approved a crucial step to finalise the 2020 sale of Afam Power Plc and Afam III Fast Power Limited to the Transcorp Power Consortium. The move is aimed at regularising the transaction by executing the outstanding Performance Agreements (PAs), which will enable the full operational and commercial viability of the plant. The approval, which followed a memo presented by the Director General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), Ayodeji Gbeleyi, at the NCP’s third meeting, authorises the BPE to execute the PAs. READ ALSO: Shettima returns from…

By: Yunusa Umar A post which has been circulating online claims that President Donald Trump of the United State of America hailed A.M Yerima, a young Naval officer, who stood against the Federal Capital Territory minister, Nyesom Wike’s will to gain access to an alleged disputed land in Abuja. The verified X user,@NuhuSada0 (Hon. Nuhu Sada) posted the claim today together with an image of Trump and a Naval officer. READ ALSO: Rivers strengthens fight against paediatric HIV His caption reads,” 🚨 BREAKING: U.S President Donald Trump has hailed Lt. A. M. Yerima for his courage and integrity, describing him as…

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has adjourned the trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, and two others until January 2026 for continuation. Justice Maryanne Anineh presided over the hearing on Thursday, which saw the defence counsel cross-examine the sixth prosecution witness, a compliance officer with Zenith Bank. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is prosecuting Bello, alongside Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu, on a 16-count charge bordering on criminal breach of trust and money laundering, allegedly totalling ₦110.4 billion. READ ALSO: Alleged ₦80.2bn Fraud: Court adjourns Yahaya Bello’s trial During the resumed sitting, defence…

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has announced January 5, 2026, as the final deadline for digital lenders to fully comply with the digital, electronic, online and non-traditional consumer lending regulations, 2025. The regulations, which became effective on July 21, 2025, under the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018, aim to instil fairness, transparency, and accountability within Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital lending space. To aid operators in meeting the mandated standards, the Commission has released supplementary guidance in the form of the “guidelines on the digital, electronic, online and non-traditional consumer lending regulations, 2025.” READ ALSO: FCCPC…

The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has flagged off the Rural Health Scheme under the Eko Social Health Alliance (EKOSHA) initiative. The pilot programme, launched at the Agboyi Ori Omi Community in Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), is a direct response to an Executive Order by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. It aims to integrate residents in hard-to-reach areas into the state’s mandatory health insurance policy, with 5,000 residents of Agboyi Ori-Omi approved for immediate free medical coverage. READ ALSO: Lagos police reaffirm Sowore’s wanted status over alleged public unrest plot The initiative is designed to bridge the healthcare access gap…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) hosted its 2025 Executive Policy Seminar, gathering prominent economic thinkers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to deliberate on national economic strategies. The seminar, themed “Reforms, Disinflation and Sustainable Growth,” focused on recalibrating Nigeria’s economic path toward a more inclusive, transparent, and competitive future. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso underscored the importance of policies that ensure economic progress is broadly shared, stating that “the economy belongs to everyone.” READ ALSO: CBN releases $1.26bn for fuel imports despite Dangote Refinery output He highlighted key initiatives aimed at expanding access to financial resources and opportunities across all segments of society.…

A major wave of defections is expected to hit Nigeria’s political landscape in the coming weeks, with credible sources inside President Bola Tinubu’s inner circle revealing that several opposition governors are preparing to cross over to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) before the end of November. According to the source, the move forms part of an aggressive political realignment aimed at consolidating the APC’s dominance ahead of the 2027 general elections. Since President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, the APC has tightened its grip on the nation’s politics. In less than two years, the party has successfully attracted…