Author: Friday Omosola

In a move to overhaul Nigeria’s agricultural landscape, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has joined fellow leaders for the inaugural meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) Ad-hoc High-Level Committee on Livestock Development. The committee, chaired by the Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, was established following resolutions from the 155th NEC meeting. READ ALSO: Tinubu appoints Uzodimma Renewed Hope Ambassador The high-powered group is tasked with creating a roadmap to transition the nation’s livestock sector from traditional practices into a modern, competitive industry. During the session, committee members reviewed their terms of reference, emphasising the “urgency of coordinated national…

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and UNICEF Nigeria have announced a strategic expansion of their partnership. The collaboration focuses on revolutionary early warning systems and advanced climate disaster preparedness ahead of the 2026 risk season. The commitment was solidified during a high-level engagement on Monday, January 19, 2026, when a UNICEF delegation visited the NEMA headquarters in Abuja to synchronise disaster mitigation strategies. The Director General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, emphasised that with the 2026 climate risk season approaching, Nigeria can no longer afford to be reactive. READ ALSO: Ondo govt prioritises emergency preparedness as NEMA, World Bank launch project…

Human rights group Amnesty International has issued a scathing indictment of the Nigerian government following the mass kidnapping of 166 people from three different churches in the Kurmin Wali village of Kajuru Local Government Area, Kaduna State. The coordinated raid, which occurred during Sunday worship services, saw gunmen move systematically from one church to another, dragging congregants—including minors and pregnant women, into the forest. The group highlighted the “utter failure” of Nigerian authorities to stem the tide of endemic violence and abductions. READ ALSO: Amnesty International demands probe into Natasha’s allegations against Akpabio   According to eyewitness accounts from Kurmin Wali residents,…

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) Peter Obi has reacted to reports of the weekend abduction of approximately 172 worshippers from churches in Kaduna State. In a statement via his X page on Tuesday, he described the incident as a “grim reminder” of a nation where insecurity has been allowed to flourish unchecked, becoming an agonizing part of everyday life. Despite reports of the mass abduction, both the government and the police have stated they are unaware of the incident. READ ALSO: Obi questions Tinubu’s absence, warns of leadership vacuum amid national crisis Obi, however, argued that the…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, authorizing a record-breaking N4.444 trillion “Budget of Shared Prosperity.” The signing ceremony, held at the State House in Alausa yesterday, marks a decisive step in the administration’s drive to foster inclusive growth and fortify Lagos as a globally competitive mega-city. The budget, which was passed by the Lagos State House of Assembly on January 8, reflects a marginal upward review from the initial N4.2 trillion proposal. READ ALSO: Tinubu applauds Sanwo-Olu as Nigeria sweeps 9th AFRIMA awards Sanwo-Olu praised the legislature’s A-grade scrutiny, noting that the increase demonstrates a shared…

The Federal Government (FG), through the Ministry of Education, has inaugurated a high-level strategic committee to reform the selection and pricing of school textbooks nationwide. Announced by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, the initiative seeks to end cosmetic revisions and the bundling of core textbooks with costly, single-use workbooks—a practice that has long imposed a heavy financial burden on Nigerian families. The policy is designed to protect parents from unnecessary annual expenses by ensuring textbooks are durable and reusable. Under the new directive, textbooks must remain in use for at least three to six years, allowing materials to be…

The Managing Director and CEO of the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has challenged residents to move beyond simple disposal and view waste as a valuable economic resource. Speaking during an appearance on Sunrise Daily, Gbadegesin emphasised that the linear system of simply dumping refuse must give way to a circular economy where materials are recovered, reused, and recycled. Gbadegesin noted that LAWMA is intensifying its focus on recycling, which he believes will unlock thousands of green jobs for Lagosians. READ ALSO: Lagos govt to introduce electric boats as LAGFERRY promises cheaper, cleaner commutes He said by adopting…

Nigeria has marked a historic turning point in its global economic diplomacy with the official commissioning of the “Nigeria House” at the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF). Vice President Kashim Shettima, who performed the ceremony on Monday, declared that the pavilion is a bold statement of the country’s “renewed seriousness and resolve” to lead economic conversations rather than merely observing them. This marks the first time in the nation’s history that Nigeria has established a dedicated sovereign pavilion at the prestigious annual gathering in Switzerland. Addressing a high-level audience of policy thinkers and corporate leaders, Shettima emphasised that Nigeria House…

The Ogun State Government has launched a public appeal for personal photographs, historical documents, and artefacts to help tell the authentic story of the state’s 50-year journey. Governor Dapo Abiodun, Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade announced the initiative on Monday.  Akinmade said it aims to move beyond official government records to capture the true story of the state—one that lives in the private albums and memories of its citizens. READ ALSO: Ogun govt mourns as Anthony Joshua escapes death in fatal highway crash Since its creation in 1976 from the old Western State, Ogun has evolved into Nigeria’s…

President Bola Tinubu has extended his warmest congratulations to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, following his unanimous re-election as the Chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategic Group (AMSG). The minister’s renewal of leadership occurred during the group’s 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on the sidelines of the prestigious Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Riyadh.  Alake, who was first elected as the pioneer chairman in 2024, will now steer the continental body for another term, representing the collective interests of 24 member nations. READ ALSO: How Nigerians may view President Tinubu In a statement issued on Monday…