Author: Friday Omosola

The Federal Government (FG) is currently negotiating with the United Kingdom to facilitate the transfer of former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, allowing him to complete his prison sentence in a Nigerian correctional facility. The diplomatic push was initiated by President Bola Tinubu, who dispatched a high-level delegation to meet with officials from the UK Ministry of Justice to formally discuss the convicted senator’s case. The core of the discussion, confirmed by Alkasim AbdulKadir, the spokesman for the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, is an “appeal for Prisoner exchange” that would enable Ekweremadu to serve the balance of…

The newly inaugurated Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, has pledged to support student talent development during a visit to his alma mater, the University of Jos (UNIJOS). His visit coincided with the ongoing 27th Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) Games hosted by the university. Doro, who paid a courtesy visit to the University’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Tanko Ishaya, said his visit was a show of solidarity with the institution where his journey began. READ ALSO: “We’ll lift vulnerable people through fair, humane policies” – New Humanitarian Minister, Bernard Doro   He emphasised his commitment to promoting…

The trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, on charges of alleged diversion and misappropriation of state funds amounting to ₦80.2 billion, was adjourned on Monday. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, moved the continuation of the trial to November 11, following proceedings that saw the cross-examination of one key witness and the testimonies of three compliance and relationship officers from various commercial banks. The proceedings began with the continuation of the cross-examination of the fourth prosecution witness (PW4), Mashelia Arhyel, a compliance officer with Zenith Bank. READ ALSO: Tinubu is the ‘angel’ sent to…

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has commended Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, for creating a secure and enabling environment that is successfully attracting significant industrial investment to the state. Ebenezer Adeniyan, Aiyedatiwa’s Chief Press Secretary, in a statement on Monday, said the minister made the commendation following an inspection tour of the Supertec Methanol and Harmonium Plant in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area. During a subsequent stopover at the Government House in Akure, Ekpo described the Ore project, which is set to produce methanol, fertiliser, and other essential products, as a massive industrial undertaking with…

The Federal Government, FG, through its Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) programme, has announced a milestone by serving as an anchor investor in the first close of a new venture fund, while also confirming plans to launch two additional investment funds in 2026. The announcement was made in a statement on Monday, detailing the formal kick-off of the iDICE programme’s investing phase. The iDICE initiative has provided an anchor investment in a new venture fund managed by Ventures Platform, a pan-African seed-stage fund appointed as the Fund Manager for the technology component in August 2025. READ ALSO: FG secures…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after leading the Nigerian delegation to the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, where the country reaffirmed its commitment to global climate leadership and a green transition. Stanley Nkwocha, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications, Office of the Vice President, disclosed this in a statement on his X page on Sunday. READ ALSO: Shettima launches MSME clinic in Katsina, announces N250,000 grants for entrepreneurs He participated in the Leaders’ Climate Summit, hosted by the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, alongside other world…

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has congratulated Charles Soludo on his re-election as the Governor of Anambra State. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Soludo the winner of the Saturday gubernatorial election in the state. In a statement signed by the NGF Chairman, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the forum noted that the “clear margin of victory underscores the popularity of the governor and his programmes among Anambrarians.” READ ALSO: Soludo hails INEC for conducting ‘best election yet’ in Anambra, dedicates victory to the people The NGF expressed confidence that Soludo’s “deserving victory” will enable…

Bernard Doro, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, has declared his ministry’s core mission is to implement welfarist policies aimed at uplifting vulnerable Nigerians and those at the bottom of the pyramid economically. Speaking at the Wusal Wurum 2025 held in Jos, Plateau State capital on Sunday, Dr Doro emphasised that his appointment reflects President Bola Tinubu recognising the inherent compassion of the Plateau man and woman, which he believed flows from the region naturally. The minister assured his audience that the ministry will discharge its responsibility “clearly, independently, with impartiality” and with “humanity” as its watchword. READ…

The Federal Government (FG) has bolstered its push toward a sustainable and low-carbon energy future by formalizing a technical cooperation agreement with the government of Germany. The partnership, solidified through a Joint Declaration of Intent on Bilateral Energy Transition Dialogue and Cooperation, is designed to provide Nigeria with crucial financial support and technical expertise to expand renewable energy capacity, improve energy efficiency, and rapidly accelerate the country’s energy transition. Under the renewed agreement, Germany has committed a total of €21 million in support. READ ALSO: Riley Moore warns FG not to underestimate Trump’s resolve over Christian killings This funding is strategically…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has sworn in 10 newly appointed permanent secretaries, utilising the ceremony to affirm his administration’s commitment to meritocracy, transparency, and fairness in all key appointments, including the teaching profession. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Lady Jibowu Hall, Government House, saw the governor charge the new permanent secretaries to work diligently to maintain the state’s developmental tempo and align their efforts with the government’s shared prosperity agenda. Oyebanji informed the audience, which included the deputy governor, Monisade Afuye, and other top government functionaries, that the new permanent secretaries emerged through a highly competitive and…