Author: Friday Omosola

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…

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has upheld resolutions by the State House of Assembly to suspend three public officials. The governor’s office released a statement confirming the suspensions, which are effective immediately. READ ALSO: Stop the blame game, act on insecurity – Ortom tells Alia The suspended officials included Maxwell Ogiri, Executive Chairman of Otukpo Local Government Area; Grace Adagba, Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB); and Michael Uper, Executive Secretary of the Benue State Lottery Commission. Each was handed a one-month suspension. The suspension followed the State Assembly’s approval, granted in six-month intervals. However, the suspension was…

President Bola Tinubu has lauded Nigeria’s armed forces for their success against insurgency and criminality, while emphasising his administration’s commitment to addressing the root causes of insecurity. Speaking on Wednesday at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan, Tinubu stressed that military victories must be complemented by courageous governance that tackles the underlying drivers of conflict. During a session on peace and stability, Tinubu asserted that Nigeria’s greatest strengths lie in its inclusivity, diversity, and rule of law. READ ALSO: FG okays Bola Ahmed Tinubu Polytechnic in Abuja He described the recent momentum of the armed…

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, convened a strategic meeting with the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, at the CBN headquarters in Abuja. The Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, was also present at the meeting. The high-level discussion centered on strengthening the collaboration between Nigeria’s monetary and fiscal authorities. The goal is to sustain macroeconomic stability, bolster investor confidence, and stimulate growth in the private sector. Edun emphasised that a close alignment between fiscal and monetary policies is essential to solidify President Bola Tinubu’s…