Author: Friday Omosola

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, has called for deeper national consensus, enhanced collaboration, and sustained civic engagement among all stakeholders to protect Nigeria’s democracy. Amupitan made the remarks today at the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room’s 9th annual National Stakeholders’ Forum on Elections, held at the Sheraton Hotel, Abuja, under the theme: “Securing Nigeria’s Democracy: Building Consensus for Credible Elections and Accountable Governance.” Describing the forum as a vital platform for meaningful dialogue, he warned that Nigeria’s democracy remains under constant threat from misinformation, electoral malpractice, and violence. READ ALSO: INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan pledges…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched the Aliko Dangote Foundation Education Scholarship Initiative, with the Foundation’s President, Aliko Dangote, unveiling a massive ₦100 billion annual education support programme. The programme is projected to cost ₦1 trillion over the next ten years and is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s educational sector and expanding access to quality learning for young people nationwide through a range of targeted schemes. Speaking at the launch in Lagos on Thursday, Shettima commended Dangote’s visionary philanthropy and stressed the urgent need for collective investment in education to reverse West Africa’s low Human Capital Index. READ ALSO: Shettima reaffirms Tinubu’s…

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has met with all Heads of Police Medical Facilities across the country at the Force Headquarters in Abuja for the inaugural National Meeting/Conference. The conference was themed “Transforming Policing in Nigeria: The Evolving Role of the Directorate of Force Medical Services.” READ ALSO: IGP hosts U.S. INL delegation to strengthen special intervention squad capabilities Egbetokun reaffirmed that the wellbeing of personnel is central to his policing vision and remains the backbone of operational readiness and national security. Egbetokun highlighted the historic upgrade of the Nigeria Police Medical Services to a full-fledged Directorate in August…

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has declared Nigerian youths as the nation’s most potent force in the fight against corruption. He described them as the essential rebuilders of today. Olukoyede spoke through the Acting Zonal Director of the EFCC, Kano Directorate, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE1 Friday Ebelo, at the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) Conference. READ ALSO: Olukoyede charges youths to shun internet fraud, embrace ethical conduct He outlined a new vision for collaboration between anti-graft institutions and the younger generation. Olukoyede hailed the 2025 theme, “Uniting with Youth…

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Turaki, has urged the party’s National Ex-Officio members to embrace sacrifice as an imperative step in the collective effort to move Nigeria forward. Turaki made the plea during an interactive meeting with the National Ex-Officio members yesterday at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja. The event was framed as a strategic engagement for leadership consolidation and commitment to the party’s future. READ ALSO: PDP state chairmen rally behind Turaki-led NWC He stressed that the current political and economic climate in Nigeria demands introspection, dedication, and selfless commitment from all leaders,…

President Bola Tinubu has announced a new comprehensive security and economic framework aimed at unlocking Nigeria’s vast marine and aquatic resources, positioning the blue economy as a major driver of national transformation. The President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, unveiled the blueprint on Wednesday during a Presidential Parley with participants of the Senior Executive Course 47 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) at the Presidential Villa. Tinubu directed all relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to immediately review and implement the recommendations of the NIPSS comprehensive study on blue economy development, titled “Blue Economy and…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has inaugurated the 28.4-kilometre extension of the Ahoada-Omoku Dualised Road. He assured citizens of his administration’s focus despite political challenges. Speaking during the inauguration, Fubara stated that the project was a campaign promise to the people of Ahoada, extending the road previously started by his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, to Omoku. “We are here today to tell you that the promise made has been fulfilled,” the governor announced. READ ALSO: PDP labels Fubara’s defection to APC ‘self-inflicted injury’ He added that the project will enhance economic activities in the region and help address issues of insecurity previously…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring good healthcare facilities for the people of the state, particularly mothers and children. The governor’s affirmation was yesterday, during a meeting with the Country Director of UNICEF, Wafaa Abdelatef, and her management team in Port Harcourt. READ ALSO: Fubara, Tinubu meet behind closed doors amid rising political tension in Rivers Fubara, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Benibo Anabraba, stressed that the government will continue to provide the necessary facilities to ensure accessible and quality healthcare for all residents. He highlighted ongoing infrastructure projects, stating, “We are…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has stated that the era of prolonged water scarcity is nearing its end, declaring that pipe-borne water will flow in the state again. The governor made the declaration on Tuesday at the groundbreaking ceremony for the AFD- and AfDB-assisted water supply projects at the Owena Dam in Igbara-Oke, Ifedore Local Government Area. The initiative, described as a revival of a long-abandoned vision, is set to benefit an estimated 1.3 million residents across seven local government areas. READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa strengthens security, unveils Amotekun facilities, boosts corps with 500 recruits Aiyedatiwa noted that the stalled Owena…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that the nation’s education budget has increased under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, jumping to ₦3.52 trillion in 2025 from ₦1.54 trillion in 2023. Shettima disclosed the figure on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening of the 2025 Nigeria Education Forum. He stated that the substantial spending reflects the administration’s “unwavering commitment to building an enlightened and globally competitive population.” READ ALSO: Shettima declares Imo State’s new growth frontier for Nigeria’s diversification drive Shettima, represented by Aliyu Umar, Special Adviser to the President on General Duties, warned that the growing number of out-of-school children…