Author: Friday Omosola

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has relieved Adeboye Taofiq Ewenla, the Special Assistant on Forestry for the Central Senatorial District, of his duties with immediate effect. In a statement issued by Aiyedatiwa’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, the dismissal was linked to allegations of bribery and intimidation made by timber merchants in the state against Mr Ewenla. Governor Aiyedatiwa also ordered a probe into the activities of those saddled with the responsibility of managing forest reserves in the State. Furthermore, the governor said a replacement for Mr Ewenla will be announced in due course. The governor urged all political appointees…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, officially unveiled the National Assessment Report on Children and Young Adults Deprived of Liberty on Tuesday. In a statement posted on his Facebook page, Tunji-Ojo reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to comprehensive reforms within the Nigerian Correctional Service. He stressed his deep passion for offering inmates, particularly children and young adults, a second chance at a better life. The statement partly read: “I strongly believe that a minor action of a minor should not be a major setback for his future. While appreciating the efforts of all contributors to the…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, a renowned paediatrician on her election as President of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC). Tinubu in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said Shinkafi-Bagudu has a distinguished career in public health and is a former First Lady of Kebbi State. The President underscores the historic significance of Shinkafi-Bagudu’s election on October 8 as the first African and the fifth woman to lead the global cancer control organisation. Tinubu noted that her election attests to her competence and character and affirms the enormous talents that…

President Bola Tinubu has outlined his administration’s collective vision for Nigeria’s future, emphasising the importance of strengthening institutions and fostering a culture of accountability across all sectors. He reaffirmed his commitment to harnessing cutting-edge technologies to enhance transparency, efficiency, and productivity while building strategic partnerships to drive sustainable development. Speaking through Abubakar Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Tinubu made these remarks at the 54th Annual Accountants Conference themed ‘Governance Reimagined: Mapping the Future’, on Tuesday. “As we delve into the complexities of governance, I call upon each of you to participate actively in the dialogues unfolding over…

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to transformative reform initiatives, focusing on the digitization of revenue collection and streamlining government services. He further reiterated his administration’s introduction of a consumer credit system to stimulate manufacturing and improve access to goods and services. Additionally, he said a revamped mortgage system is underway to promote home ownership. Speaking at the 54th Annual Accountants’ Conference themed ‘Governance Reimagined: Mapping the Future” on Tuesday, MrTinubu, represented by Abubakar Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, highlighted key developments aimed at boosting the nation’s economy. He said these include expanding Compressed Natural…

President Bola Tinubu has emphasised the indispensable role of accountants in fostering transparency, upholding integrity, and efficiently managing the nation’s resources. Speaking at the 54th Annual Accountants Conference themed ‘Governance Reimagined: Mapping the Future’ on Tuesday, Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, highlighted the profession’s critical contribution. He noted that the expertise of accountants not only shapes Nigeria’s economic landscape but also strengthens the foundation of trust essential for the country’s societal progress. Mr Tinubu said: “We convene at a time when the governance landscape is dramatically evolving, presenting challenges and opportunities that demand…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that he has no regrets about his actions during the 2023 presidential election for working against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday, Wike denied accusations of anti-party activities for withholding support for Atiku. He explained that his decision was based on principles of justice and fairness. “For the presidential election, I said I am going to support equity, fairness and justice. On the other one, I am going to support my party and…

On Tuesday, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa convened a meeting with the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Zubaida Abubakar Umar, to discuss the recent flood incident in Ondo town. Mrs Umar, accompanied by several directors from NEMA, arrived in Akure from Abuja at the invitation of the state government. Following their meeting with the Governor, the team proceeded to Ondo, joined by officials from the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the Ondo State Ministry of Environment. READ ALSO: Don’t pay our salary to LGs, unions tell FG Details later.

Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has strongly condemned the recent attack by the Nigerian Army on officers of the State Environmental Sanitation Corps (KAI). In a statement posted on his X account on Tuesday, Mr Wahab expressed outrage over the unwarranted assault carried out under the orders of Major Adebiyi and Captain Gowon, who targeted officers while they were fulfilling their lawful duties. He emphasised that such acts of aggression will not be tolerated and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to maintaining a #CleanerLagos by upholding safety and sanitation standards throughout the region. The statement read:…

The Federal Government (FG) has designated Osun State as the central coordinating hub for the implementation of the Food System Transformation Pathways in the South West geopolitical zone. Oluomo Kolapo, the State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment in a statement on Tuesday said the initiative aims to enhance nutritious and sufficient food production across Nigeria. Kolapo explained that the Food System Transformation Pathways, initiated by the United Nations, seeks to establish well-functioning food systems that will generate higher incomes for smallholder farmers and small to medium-sized food enterprises, empower women, create job opportunities for youth, and stimulate economic circulation.…