Author: Friday Omosola

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans to sanction members who endorsed President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027. In a statement issued on Friday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, said the NWC reviewed the anti-party activities of certain members. Ologunagba expressed deep concern over the persistent public statements by some prominent members, whose actions and utterances, including open declarations of support and willingness to work for the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential election undermine the party. READ ALSO: Wike sets conditions for peace as PDP…

The Lagos State Government officials visited several Ikorodu communities yesterday to sympathise with residents impacted by recent flash flooding. The flooding was caused by over 13 hours of torrential rainfall that hit the state earlier this week. The government team assured residents that measures are being taken to manage the situation and address the ongoing challenges. READ ALSO: Lagos govt assures residents of flood preparedness amid heavy rains Engr. Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu, the Special Adviser on Environment led the extensive assessment tour of the Ikorodu drainage infrastructure project. Rotimi-Akodu explained that the intensity of the recent rainfall was a rare event, likely…

Over 5,300 residents of Lagos State have completed the state’s skill acquisition programme, marking a significant step toward economic empowerment and self-reliance. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in a statement on his X page on Thursday congratulated the graduates and emphasised the importance of their newly acquired skills as a foundation for their future. The graduates received training in a variety of vocations, including fashion design, welding, carpentry, and cosmetology. According to the governor, these skills are “lifelines” that will enable the graduates to “take the next step toward independence.” READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu commissions road projects to boost Badagry’s economic, cultural hub While…

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Engr. Abdullahi Ramat as the Acting Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), pending Senate confirmation. Ramat, 39, is an electrical engineer and administrator with a doctorate in Strategic Management. His appointment is part of a broader effort by the Tinubu administration to strengthen the regulatory oversight of Nigeria’s electricity sector. READ ALSO: Tinubu orders swift implementation of free healthcare, pension increases for retirees Tinubu also nominated Abubakar Yusuf as Commissioner for Consumer Affairs and Fouad Olayinka Animashun as Commissioner for Finance and Management Services at NERC. Both nominations, along with…

The former National Treasurer of the Labour Party (LP), Oluchi Oparah, has dismissed allegations that Peter Obi, the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, used party funds for his campaign. In an interview on Channels Television’s “The Morning Brief” on Thursday, Oparah insisted that Obi not only financed his own campaign but also provided significant financial support to the party. Oparah’s comments were a direct response to a claim by a different LP chieftain, Abayomi Arabambi, who alleged that Obi spent party funds on his presidential run. READ ALSO: Four years enough to transform Nigeria, says Peter Obi Oparah stated, “There was nothing…

The Lagos State Government has urged residents not to panic over recent flash floods, reassuring them that resilient infrastructure is in place to manage the situation. The reassurance came from Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, during an “Ask Lagos” session on the social media platform X-Space. Wahab attributed the flash floods to the intensity of the rainfall, which lasted more than 15 hours in some areas, and the broader effects of climate change. READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu demands special economic status for Lagos He acknowledged the challenges in specific areas like the Agungi corridor in Lekki and…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commissioned seven road projects spanning over 16 kilometers in Badagry Local Government and Olorunda LCDA. The new infrastructure is designed to serve as “lifelines” connecting more than eight communities to key amenities and cultural sites. A highlight of the new projects is the expansion of the Samuel Ekundayo-Toga Road into a dual carriageway. READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu mourns Doyin Abiola This upgrade is expected to ease traffic congestion and improve access to the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, particularly around areas like Limca, Ibereko, and the Badagry Roundabout. The Hospital Road was also upgraded, improving connectivity to significant landmarks…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to food security by commissioning two new initiatives aimed at creating a more efficient food storage and distribution system. The initiatives, “Ounje Ekiti Retail Outlet” and “Ilu Eye Aggregation Hub,” are designed to ensure a consistent supply of affordable food items for residents. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony on Wednesday, Oyebanji stated that the goal is to make Ekiti State the food basket of the nation, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s mandate to combat hunger and poverty. READ ALSO: Oyebanji hails FG’s MSME plan for boosting growth He revealed that his…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has expressed his condolences on the death of Doyin Abiola, the wife of the late M.K.O. Abiola. Abiola, who died on Tuesday at the age of 82, was celebrated as a trailblazing figure in Nigerian journalism. In a statement released on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu hailed the late Abiola as an “Amazon in the media industry.” READ ALSO: National Concord’s former MD, Doyin Abiola, dies at 82 He highlighted her significant contributions to the growth of journalism in Nigeria, noting her historic achievements as the first Nigerian…

President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to fast-track the launch of a free healthcare initiative for low-income retirees. He emphasised its importance for social protection and dignity in retirement. The President also called for the immediate implementation of long-awaited pension increases and a minimum pension guarantee to support the most vulnerable pensioners. READ ALSO: ADC slams Tinubu’s ₦712b airport renovation plan as “careless spending” The directives were announced following a briefing by Omolola Oloworaran, the Director General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom). According to a press release from Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy,…