Author: Friday Omosola

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has dismissed rumours of the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) decline. He declared that the party remains alive, strong, and resilient as a fundamental pillar of Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at his private office in Abuja yesterday, Jonathan reaffirmed his lifelong commitment to the party that saw him rise from a Deputy Governor to the Presidency of Africa’s most populous nation. READ ALSO: Jonathan presses ECOWAS to force election result, release detained candidate The former President hosted a delegation of the National Working Committee (NWC) led by the newly elected National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki. The meeting served as a…

Traditional worshippers across Osun State gathered on Tuesday, for a high-powered Isese prayer session, seeking spiritual guidance and stability for the state as it enters a pivotal election year. The gathering, held in the state capital, saw the Traditional Worshippers Association of Osun State (TWARZO) offer fervent supplications to Olodumare, the Supreme Being for the continued success of the current administration and the peace of the “Land of Virtue.” Governor Ademola Adeleke, who personally attended the session, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to religious inclusion. READ ALSO: Osun 2026: Adeleke expresses strong confidence of victory Addressing the Isese community, the governor apologised…

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has inaugurated two newly constructed secondary schools and flagged off a landmark High Islamic College project in the southern part of the state. The projects, located in Fikiyel and Balbaya within the Bayo Local Government Area, are part of a broader strategy to bridge the gap between traditional and formal education while integrating technology into every classroom across Borno. The highlight of the Tuesday visit was the groundbreaking for a new High Islamic College in Fikiyel. READ ALSO: Zulum unveils free eye care in Monguno This institution is designed to bring out-of-school children, particularly Almajirai, into…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced a massive intervention package worth millions of naira to support the state council of the Nigerian Legion. The donations were unveiled yesterday during the official launch of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem Appeal Fund held at the State House, Ikeja. The governor described the gesture as a “tangible way” to honour the sacrifices of men and women who fought for the nation’s sovereignty. READ ALSO: 2026: Sanwo-Olu pledges an extraordinary final full year, set to commission iconic projects Sanwo-Olu’s contribution to the Legion this year comprised a combination of financial support, housing…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced the commencement date for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream One Orientation Course, signalling the start of the service year for thousands of Nigerian graduates. According to a statement released by the scheme’s management on Tuesday, the three-week orientation exercise will kick off simultaneously in all 37 orientation camps across the federation on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. READ ALSO: NYSC overhauls community development service to tackle emerging societal challenges Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) have been advised to strictly follow the approved schedule to ensure a smooth transition into camp activities. Camp registration is scheduled…

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has flagged off the e-registration and revalidation exercise for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State. The governor, who became the state’s first documented e-registrant on Monday, issued a stern warning to party officials that the exercise must be inclusive, transparent, and completely free of hanky-panky. Addressing party stalwarts in Ilorin, AbdulRazaq described the APC as the only vehicle capable of delivering development at the federal, state, and local levels. READ ALSO: “Leave now or pay the price”- AbdulRazaq to kidnappers as he deploys forest guards He emphasised that e-registration is not just a…

The Federal Government (FG) has described the 2026 fiscal year as a pivotal “turning point” for Nigeria, with the upcoming budget designed to cement the economic gains recorded under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a comprehensive op-ed titled “A Defining Moment for Nigeria: Why Staying the Course Matters,” published on Monday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, asserted that the “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience, and Shared Prosperity” is the vehicle that will translate reform numbers into lived realities for citizens. Idris noted that the difficult economic decisions made over the last 31 months are finally bearing…

It was a day of dual significance in Ondo State as Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa combined administrative support for workers with a solemn tribute to Nigeria’s military veterans. On Monday, the governor presented operational vehicles to major labour unions and launched the ₦5 million Emblem Appeal Fund, personally donating his one-month salary to support the families of fallen soldiers. In a bid to enhance coordination and service delivery, Aiyedatiwa handed over brand-new buses to four key organisations: the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), and the National Union of Pensioners (NUP). READ…

In a major move to fortify Nigeria’s petroleum regulatory framework, President Bola Tinubu has reconstituted the governing boards of the nation’s two primary oil and gas regulators. In two separate letters transmitted to the Senate on Monday, the President sought the expedited confirmation of 21 nominees for the boards of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). Leading the list for the NUPRC is Magnus Abe, a two-term former senator for Rivers South-East and an industry veteran. READ ALSO: FG denies AI claims over Tinubu–Kagame photo Abe, who previously served on…

Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has challenged public servants and political appointees in Ondo State to “roll up their sleeves” and prioritise the collective interest of the state over personal or partisan gains. Speaking on Monday, during the traditional First Working Day Prayer Meeting at the Governor’s Office in Akure, Aiyedatiwa urged the state’s workforce to work with a renewed sense of urgency to match the rising expectations of the people. The governor emphasised that 2026 is a year for rapid development, anchored on his “OUR EASE” (O’datiwa O’ Dirorun) agenda, which focuses on sustainable growth, industrialisation, and human capital development.…