Author: Friday Omosola

For the first time since his suspension, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has appeared in public. He attended a church service at Salvation Ministries headquarters in GRA, Port Harcourt. Governor Fubara, who was accompanied by his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, made no public statements during his church visit. His next move remains uncertain as political tensions in the state continue to escalate. Fubara’s appearance followed President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State last Tuesday. Tinubu cited rising political tensions and security threats, as the reasons for suspending Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and the…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to implementing education policies that equip students with practical skills and prepare them for real-world challenges. He made this known over the weekend while receiving a delegation from South Korea, led by KOICA Deputy Country Director, Baik Ki-Hyyn, at his office in Ado-Ekiti. The delegation was in the state to conduct an in-depth survey of the Smart School Project. According to a statement by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, Oyebanji emphasised that his government is leveraging smart technology in education to enhance critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving…

Amnesty International has urged Nigerian authorities to launch an independent and impartial investigation into allegations of sexual harassment levelled by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement issued by Amnesty International Nigeria’s Director, Isa Sanusi, the organization emphasised the urgency of addressing the allegations rather than allowing them to be dismissed or ignored. He warned that failing to act on the allegations could set a dangerous precedent, making it harder for victims of sexual harassment to seek justice while emboldening perpetrators. “The National Assembly must not continue to look away while the allegations remain and are…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has taken President Bola Tinubu to court over the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and the state’s House of Assembly members. The New Daily Prime reported that Tinubu suspended them for six months while declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing his constitutional powers. The lawsuit was filed by Yirabari Israel Nulog, Nengim Ikpoemugh Royal, and Gracious Eyoh–Sifumbukho, who are members of the SERAP Volunteers’ Lawyers Network (SVLN) in Rivers State. The plaintiffs are registered voters who participated in the 2023 general elections. The Attorney General of…

The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening state-owned businesses as part of its broader plan to achieve a self-sufficient economy. Speaking during a working visit to HHL Insurance Brokers Limited, the General Manager of the Kwara State Public Procurement Agency (KWPPA), QS Raheem Abdulbaki, emphasised the agency’s dedication to promoting local content across the state. He noted that these efforts have been consistently implemented over the past four years, yielding significant results. “Our framework ensures that Kwarans benefit from every contract awarded in the state, leading to financial and technical gains. “This, in turn, boosts internally generated…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to educational excellence with the commissioning of Ipara Junior College in Majiyagbe, Badagry. Speaking at the event held at the school premises, Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Akinyemi Ajigbotafe, described the development as a major milestone aligned with the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Developmental Agenda for high-quality and inclusive learning. The governor emphasised his administration’s literacy initiatives, ensuring that every school in Lagos has access to modern technology and resources. He highlighted the significance of the project, not just for students, but also for empowering communities with…

A Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, has overturned an earlier ruling that prevented the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from accepting a recall petition against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by her constituents in Kogi Central Senatorial District. Delivering the judgment yesterday, the court upheld that the recall process remains a constitutional right of the constituents and must be allowed to proceed. The judge also urged the petitioners to continue exercising their rights peacefully and lawfully. This ruling came a day after the court had issued an interim injunction restraining INEC and its representatives from receiving or acting on any…

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed disapproval over the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State, warning that such actions could harm Nigeria’s global reputation. Speaking as the Chairman of the Haske Satumari Foundation Colloquium in Abuja on Saturday, Jonathan said he was deeply concerned about the removal of elected leaders. “These decisions by major players in the executive and legislative arms of government do not reflect well on the country,” he said. His reaction follows President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, which led to the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi…

Lagos State Governor and Chairman of the South-West Governors Forum, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development as the state prepares to host the maiden edition of the South-West Games (SOWEGA). Scheduled to take place from March 26 to 28, 2025, the event will bring together athletes from Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti to compete in various sporting activities across multiple venues, including Teslim Balogun Stadium, Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Rowe Park, and Yaba College of Education. During a courtesy visit by the South-West Games 2025 Committee at the Lagos House in Marina yesterday, Sanwo-Olu assured…

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has confirmed the release of previously withheld local government allocations, assuring that immediate steps will be taken to facilitate the prompt payment of workers’ salaries. During a meeting with Heads of Local Government Administrators in Port Harcourt, Ibas described the occasion as a critical step toward restoring stability and progress in the state. Expressing concern over the persistent economic hardship in the Niger Delta, he lamented that despite the region’s abundant resources, many residents still face financial struggles. “This situation cannot continue,” he declared, emphasizing the need for fiscal responsibility and urgent…