Author: Friday Omosola

The Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA) has begun the second batch of enumeration for property owners impacted by the Oworonshoki regeneration exercise, in a move to ensure comprehensive compensation for all affected residents. The exercise, which commenced yesterday took place at the Oloworo palace in Oworonshoki and is specifically designed to capture additional residents who were not included in the initial round of documentation. READ ALSO: Lagos police commissioner reportedly declare Sowore ‘wanted’ over public disturbance Oladimeji Animashaun, the General Manager of LASURA, led the exercise, with attendance from LASURA staff, community leaders, and security agencies. He stressed that Governor…

The Nigerian government on Monday marked a milestone in its higher education reform efforts with the launch of the Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) Alliance and the accompanying Compendium: key achievements and impacts of the ACE project in Nigeria. The launch, held at the National Universities Commission (NUC), was spearheaded by the Education Minister, Olatunji Alausa, who highlighted the initiative’s crucial role in transforming Nigeria’s academic and research landscape. The newly inaugurated ACE Alliance brings together all 20 Centres of Excellence established across Nigeria under the World Bank-supported ACE Project. READ ALSO: Mixed reactions trail Trump’s threat of U.S. military intervention…

President Bola Tinubu on Monday received Professor Ademola Adenle, a distinguished Nigerian scholar and sustainability expert who was recently honoured as the first-ever recipient of the prestigious World Academy of Sciences–M.S. Swaminathan Award for Food and Peace. The President offered his congratulations to Adenle, praising him for bringing glory to Nigeria through his achievement. Tinubu specifically commended his extensive work in the fields of agricultural innovation policy, biosciences, renewable energy, and public health, noting its focus on developing sustainable solutions for rural and marginalized populations across Africa and beyond. READ ALSO: Heavy security as Abdulrahman Mohammed assumes office as PDP acting…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, has given an assurance that the upcoming Anambra State off-cycle governorship election, slated for November 8 will be peaceful and credible. Amupitan delivered this assurance today at the signing of the Peace Accord, an event convened by the National Peace Committee (NPC) and led by former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar. He lauded the NPC’s “unwavering commitment” to peaceful elections, noting that the devolution of the peace accord to cover off-cycle governorship elections—a request INEC made five years ago—has been crucial in reducing electoral tensions and violence.…

Flag bearers of political parties contesting in the upcoming Anambra State Governorship election on November 8 on Monday signed a peace accord in Awka. They committed to a peaceful, credible, and violence-free poll. READ ALSO: “I’ve always been in the corridors of politics” — Anambra AAC governorship candidate The event, held at the International Conference Centre in the state capital, was witnessed by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. The National Peace Committee (NPC) organised the crucial ceremony, which drew political leaders, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, civil society organizations, and traditional rulers. Egbetokun stressed the…

Billionaire Femi Otedola has commended President Bola Tinubu for his bold and decisive step in implementing a 15% import tariff on petrol and diesel. In a statement posted on his X page on Monday, the business mogul called the policy a crucial measure for protecting Nigeria’s burgeoning domestic refining industry. READ ALSO: Femi Otedola increases stake in First Holdco Otedola emphasised that the tariff is vital for safeguarding local industries that have invested substantially in production and refining capacity within the country. He drew parallels to Nigeria’s past, noting that for decades, local sectors like textiles and manufacturing were severely damaged…

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has called for renewed diplomatic talks between Nigeria and the United States (US) following a recent threat of security and diplomatic action against Nigeria by President Donald Trump. Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Monday, advocated for diplomatic solutions, emphasising the long history of productive partnership between the two nations. “I appeal to the Presidency of the United States of America to support Nigeria to fully implement the recently developed national security strategy,” Adeleke said. READ ALSO: Osun 2026: PDP, APC trade blows over Adeleke’s screening He described Nigeria’s new strategy…

Dr Bernard Doro has pledged to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Nigerians,  the New Daily Prime earlier reported that Doro was confirmed by the Nigerian Senate on Thursday following his nomination by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during his first service at ECWA Goodnews Church in Maitama, Abuja, on Sunday, the pharmacist reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the poor and vulnerable receive the support they need. “Our desire is to be able to implement policies that will uplift people from poverty. We cannot do that on our own. We can only do that with your support and…

United States Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed that the Department of War is making preparations for potential military action in Nigeria. This readiness follows growing reports of attacks targeting Christians in the West African nation. Hegseth made his declaration yesterday in a post on X, responding directly to earlier comments from President Donald Trump that threatened military intervention regarding the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. READ ALSO: ADC slams Tinubu’s 15% fuel import duty as ‘insensitive’ burden on Nigerians Hegseth wrote: “Yes sir. The killing of innocent Christians in Nigeria — and anywhere — must end immediately. The Department…

Nigerian presidential spokesperson Daniel Bwala has confirmed an upcoming meeting between President Bola Tinubu and U.S. President Donald Trump. In a statement posted on his X page on Sunday, Bwala said the meeting is scheduled to take place soon at either the Nigerian State House or the White House. He said the primary focus of the high-level talks is expected to be the escalating friction that arose after Trump placed Nigeria on a U.S. State Department watch list, citing alleged violations of religious freedom. READ ALSO: Trump threatens military action in Nigeria over alleged christian killings as Tinubu, FG reject genocide…