Author: Friday Omosola

In a move aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties and addressing its own demographic challenges, the Japanese government has named the city of Kisarazu as a designated “hometown” for Nigerians. This initiative, announced during the 9th Tokyo International Conference for African Development (TICAD9), is designed to attract talented young Nigerians to live and work in the country. The new partnership will create a special visa category for highly skilled, innovative, and talented individuals from Nigeria. READ ALSO: Tinubu hails armed forces, seeks UN reform at TICAD 9 as Japan pledges $5.5bn for Africa It also extends to artisans and other blue-collar workers…

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians living in the diaspora to actively participate in the country’s development, encouraging them not to stay away from home. During an interactive session with selected Nigerian professionals and entrepreneurs in Yokohama, Japan, on the sidelines of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), the president emphasised that Nigeria is on a path of renewed growth. The meeting provided an opportunity for Tinubu to share his administration’s accomplishments and assure the diaspora community that his government is focused on creating a favourable environment for all citizens. READ ALSO: Tinubu hails armed forces, seeks UN reform…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has defended the Federal Government’s (FG) efforts on road infrastructure in the state, urging residents to be patient and avoid discrediting President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at the 2025 Udiroko Festival in Ado-Ekiti, Oyebanji addressed criticism over the poor condition of the Ado-Aramoko-Itawure road. He stated that while the road’s condition is a concern, it is unfair to use it to judge the federal government’s commitment to Ekiti, as other significant road projects are already underway. READ ALSO: Oyebanji sacks microcredit agency chair over misconduct The governor highlighted that the FG has awarded contracts for…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reiterated his administration’s strong resolve to combat drug trafficking, cybercrime, and other criminal activities, stating that security is a top priority of his government. Aiyedatiwa made the commitment during a meeting with a delegation from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), led by its Country Representative, Cheikh Toure. The governor emphasised that security and the rule of law are the foundation of his administration’s seven-point development agenda. READ ALSO: Gov Aiyedatiwa dismisses anti-Tinubu coalition plans as “daydreams” He highlighted several measures already taken by the state government, including the recent distribution…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is threatening to launch a fresh nationwide strike, accusing the Nigerian government of a prolonged failure to meet its obligations under a 2009 agreement. During a press conference at the University of Jos, ASUU President Christopher Piwuna said that years of unfulfilled promises and stalling tactics by the government have “destroyed trust.” Piwuna detailed a list of unresolved issues, including the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement, unpaid salaries, withheld promotions, and pension concerns for retired professors. READ ALSO: Ban on new federal universities: Evaluate existing ones – ASUU, CONUA  He stated that despite repeated…

Lagos State University (LASU) in Epe has received a major infrastructure boost with the official opening of a new 550-seater auditorium. The state-of-the-art facility was a donation from Olatunji Bello, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commissioned the Olatunji Bello Auditorium yesterday, four years after the former Lagos State Government Secretary pledged to construct the edifice to mark his 60th birthday. READ ALSO: LASU calls off strike The event was attended by academics, government officials, students, and notable leaders, including former Ogun State Governor Aremo Segun Osoba. Sanwo-Olu hailed…

The Kwara State Government, in partnership with Kwara State University (KWASU), has launched a new initiative to promote sustainable transportation with the handover of converted electric vehicles. The project, which saw scrapped gasoline-powered vehicles transformed into electric models, is a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions and fostering technological innovation in the state. The Commissioner for Business, Innovation and Technology, Damilola Yusuf Adelodun, announced the development during the official handing-over ceremony. READ ALSO: Kwara environmental agency seals eight hotels in Ilorin over regulatory breaches She described the collaboration as a major milestone, highlighting the potential of electric vehicles to drive eco-friendly…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced that the mid-level Agro Food Hub in Sangotedo, Eti-Osa, is over 90 per cent complete, with final touches currently being applied. The governor, who toured the facility yesterday stated that the hub is a crucial component of the state’s strategy to decentralise food distribution and improve food security for residents. The Sangotedo hub, which occupies a 23,000 square meter plot, is designed to offer storage facilities, trading floors, and ample parking. READ ALSO: “Be knowledgeable, adaptable” – Sanwo-Olu urges civil servants According to Sanwo-Olu, the facility will make it easier for people in the…

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has condemned a recent assault on a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member by vigilantes in Anambra State. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that a group of vigilantes at Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area (LGA) of Anambra State assaulted and stripped a female corps member of her clothing. Bala Musa, NOA’s Director of Communication and Media in a statement on Thursday said the agency’s Director General, Lanre Issa-Onilu expressed deep dismay over the incident, calling the actions of the vigilantes “unbecoming and grossly irresponsible.” Issa-Onilu, denounced the assault as a violation of the…

The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), in partnership with food sector experts, has reaffirmed the critical importance of food safety for public health and consumer protection. This was the central theme of the third Food Safety Conference and Exhibition, held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in Ikeja, under the theme “Food Safety: Science in Action.” READ ALSO: Lagos govt launches new protocol to combat child sexual abuse Olugbemiga Aina, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment, praised LASCOPA for its proactive stance in highlighting food safety issues. He stated that food safety is a shared responsibility…