Author: Friday Omosola

Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), warned on Wednesday that Nigeria’s security challenges will continue unless the nation improves its information management. Oluyede, who appeared before the Senate for his screening, described his previous tenure as the Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) as “very challenging.” READ ALSO: Senate confirms Oluyede as new CDS Addressing the lawmakers, he acknowledged that while national security has seen significant improvements, more comprehensive work is necessary, requiring a collective effort. “My tenure has been quite challenging, and while things have improved tremendously, we can do better,” Oluyede stated. “It requires a…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has refuted claims by some foreign officials that terrorists operating in Nigeria exclusively target Christians, stating that such narratives are misleading and inaccurate. Speaking on CNN yesterday night, the minister clarified the nation’s security challenges, emphasising that the Nigerian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of religion and that the country is highly tolerant. Idris argued that some claims, particularly from certain United States officials, are based on “faulty data and some assumptions that the victims of this violence are largely Christians.” READ ALSO: Where culture meets faith: Nigeria’s religious identity He…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed that the Federal Government, FG, has received applications for Nigerian citizenship from a total of 170 foreign nationals. The minister made this announcement on his X page yesterday following his meeting in Abuja with the newly established Citizenship Advisory Committee. READ ALSO: FG pledges $220m investment to boost youth employment through NJFP 2.0 The Committee’s primary mandate is to meticulously review all applications for naturalization and registration before presenting recommendations for final approval to President Bola Tinubu. The high-level body comprises senior officials from critical security and legal agencies, including the Ministry of…

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has reassured residents across the state’s three senatorial districts that no community will be overlooked in the administration’s ongoing infrastructure development agenda. According to a statement released by the governor’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, the government is currently executing projects simultaneously on four major highways in the busy Ifo, Sango Ota, and Idiroko corridors. Akinmade addressed concerns regarding alleged neglect of some deplorable roads, dismissing such claims as “mischief.” READ ALSO: Abiodun flags off first commercial flight at Gateway airport He clarified that the administration is committed to spreading the dividends…

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has presented a ₦780.59 billion appropriation bill for the 2026 fiscal year to the state House of Assembly, labeling it the “Budget of Inclusive Growth.” Otu stated that the proposal is designed to solidify the achievements of his administration’s “people first” agenda, emphasising that the annual budget serves as a crucial “social contract” with the citizens. He noted that the 2026 plan was formulated after extensive consultations with citizens, non-governmental organizations, private sector groups, and civil society organizations. READ ALSO: APC names Bassey Otu head of 2025 Anambra campaign council The governor announced a…

The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has labeled recent media reports suggesting that foreign investors are upset by Nigeria’s new Capital Gains Tax (CGT) as inaccurate and misleading. Taking to his X handle yesterday, Oyedele clarified that his recent discussion with financial stakeholders was misrepresented by certain news outlets. The new CGT is part of the four tax reform bills signed into law by President Bola Tinubu in June, designed to enhance non-oil revenue and foster economic expansion. READ ALSO: Oyedele: Delay in tax reforms cost Nigeria $1trn economy status The reform aims to…

The Nigerian Senate has accelerated the confirmation process for the recently appointed Service Chiefs, rescheduling the screening from next week to Wednesday, October 29. The decision was announced by Senate President Godswill Akpabio shortly after he read a letter from President Bola Tinubu requesting the Senate to confirm the new military leadership. READ ALSO: Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation of newly appointed service chiefs Akpabio explained that the change in schedule was necessary to ensure the military heads could immediately begin their duties without delay. Tinubu had urged the legislature to give expeditious consideration to the confirmation process to ensure seamless continuity…

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has urged Nigerian youth to uphold integrity and ethical standards while rejecting the lure of internet fraud as they prepare for future leadership roles. Olukoyede delivered the charge yesterday during an orientation and sensitization program for new students of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Nigerian Air Force, Mando, Kaduna, marking the start of the 2025/2026 Academic Session. READ ALSO: Olukoyede underscores data’s role in national growth Olukoyede, represented by Chief Superintendent of the EFCC (CSE) Nana Fatima Abubakar of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate’s Public Affairs Department, gave…

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has gifted the Nigerian women’s national football team, the Super Falcons, ₦50 million ahead of their second-leg 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier against the Amazons of Benin Republic. The return leg, scheduled for Tuesday, will take place at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, the state capital. READ ALSO: Ogun’s economy quadruples in six years, says Gov Abiodun In a statement posted on his Facebook page, the governor said he hosted the Super Falcons at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, ahead of the encounter. Abiodun explained that the financial gift was in…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and granting full financial autonomy to the state’s judiciary, which he lauded for its “uncommon courage” in defending democracy during recent political turbulence. Speaking on Monday at both the Thanksgiving Service and the Special Court Session marking the commencement of the 2025/2026 Legal Year, the governor declared that his government would not interfere with judicial processes and would institutionalise judicial independence. The governor made history by becoming the first Ondo governor ever to attend the annual Legal Year court session, held at the…