Author: Friday Omosola

The Edo State Government has accused leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of sponsoring violent crimes, including kidnappings and targeted attacks, to destabilize the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo. In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Fred Itua, the government claimed that intelligence reports have linked key PDP figures to the recent surge in criminal activities across the state. It alleged that these acts were part of a broader strategy to create chaos, discredit the current administration, and undermine public confidence in governance. “The resilience of Edo State is being tested by evil merchants—individuals…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to enhancing security, assuring residents that more resources will be provided to security agencies to combat emerging challenges. Speaking upon his return to Akure from Abuja yesterday, the governor emphasised that the safety of lives and property remains a top priority for his administration. He highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen security agencies, including the police, Amotekun Corps, and other outfits, through improved intelligence gathering, surveillance, and logistics support. “We have been working tirelessly with all security agencies to ensure that Ondo State remains safe. Our government has continued to invest…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called for the establishment of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) base in the state to enhance its security architecture. He also advocated for the creation of a NAF school to instil strong moral values in young Nigerians. Abiodun made these requests during a meeting with a delegation from the Chief of Air Staff, led by Air Vice Marshal Enebong Effiom, at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta yesterday. The meeting followed his earlier discussion on Monday with the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, where he reaffirmed Ogun State’s commitment to strengthening its…

The controversy surrounding Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension from the Senate and her allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio has now reached the international stage. On Tuesday, the embattled Kogi lawmaker took her grievance to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Women in Parliament Session at the United Nations headquarters in New York, seeking global intervention. Addressing the session, she decried what she described as an unjust and illegal suspension from the Nigerian Senate. “I was suspended illegally because I submitted a petition for sexual harassment against the President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio. I thought that by submitting…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a public alert on the operations of 58 companies allegedly defrauding Nigerians under the guise of investment opportunities. In a statement released yesterday, EFCC warned that these entities are not registered with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) or the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the two primary regulators of financial and investment activities in the country. Both regulators, in separate correspondences with the EFCC, confirmed that the listed companies have no legal authorization to operate as investment firms. According to the anti-graft agency, several of these firms have been charged…

The House of Representatives has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to suspend its recent policy increasing charges on Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transactions and discontinuing free withdrawals for customers using ATMs of other banks. This resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by lawmaker Marcus Onobun, who raised concerns over a CBN directive implementing the changes. Lawmakers expressed fears that the new policy would place additional financial strain on Nigerians and called for its suspension pending consultations with the relevant House committees on banking, finance, and financial institutions. On February 10, 2025, the CBN announced that…

By Friday Omosola and Helen Okechukwu Entrepreneurs operating in Nigeria whose businesses depend on data for sustainability and profitability have raised the alarm over declining productivity caused by the recent hike in data costs, as well as unreliable network service. In January this year, in a statement, the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) Director of Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka, announced a 50% tariff increase for telecom call and data services. According to NCC, the tariff increase was the first since 2013 and aligned with Section 108 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 (NCA). Since the approval of higher data and airtime…

In a bid to foster unity and strengthen its relationship with members of the National Assembly, the Labour Party has inaugurated a three-member Intervention and Truce Committee. This was disclosed in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh on Tuesday.  The committee, chaired by Ben Etanabene, with Mathew Nworgu and Chinedu Obika as members was tasked with addressing existing challenges between the party leadership and its lawmakers in both chambers of the National Assembly. Inaugurating the committee at the Labour Party’s National Headquarters in Abuja yesterday, the party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure, emphasised the need for cohesion.…

Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has called on religious leaders to educate their congregations on the importance of balancing technological advancements with faith in God. Speaking at the 4th Annual Ramadan Lecture/Iftar and Special Prayer held in memory of Late Oba Mufutau Olatunji Hamzat in Mushin, Lagos, Hamzat emphasised the need for responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a manner that aligns with religious values. The event was organised by Moses Oluwatoyin Fayinka, a member of the Federal House of Representatives representing Mushin Constituency II. Hamzat highlighted the growing influence of AI on society, urging clerics to teach…

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering good governance despite attempts by detractors to derail his administration. Speaking at a State Executive Council meeting in Osogbo, Governor Adeleke reflected on recent political challenges in the state, vowing that his administration would remain steadfast in its service to the people. “Last month was a very busy and turbulent one. We were confronted with a misuse of federal power, from security services to judicial interpretation. “A vicious, anti-democratic campaign was launched against our government, and Osun was placed under siege in a manner nobody ever envisaged.” Despite these…