Author: Friday Omosola

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced a series of successful operations across the country. The agency said the operations resulted in the interception of significant quantities of illicit drugs, including cocaine and tramadol, and the arrest of numerous suspects. NDLEA said the drugs were discovered cleverly hidden within everyday items such as vehicle side mirrors, women’s lipsticks, and footwear. READ ALSO: NDLEA arrests drug kingpin after 7-years, seizes over 11kg of illicit drugs NDLEA, in a statement by his spokesperson Femi Babafemi on Sunday, said the major bust occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos.…

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has sought to calm public apprehension regarding the rising water level at Alau Dam. During a recent inspection of the ongoing reconstruction at the dam, he assured residents of Maiduguri that there is no immediate cause for concern. Following a period of heavy rainfall, fears of potential flooding in the state capital have been growing. READ ALSO: Obi backs Zulum, demands probe into alleged ‘terrorist infiltration of politics, armed forces’ Zulum acknowledged the widespread anxiety among residents but stated that current assessments by engineers indicate the situation is under control. He explained that new water channels…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given the governor of Niger State, Umar Bago, a 48-hour ultimatum to reverse his decision to shut down Badeggi FM, a privately-owned radio station in Minna. In an open letter, SERAP described the governor’s directive as “unlawful and arbitrary,” demanding the immediate reinstatement of the station’s license and the withdrawal of threats to demolish its premises. The controversy began last Friday when Bago reportedly ordered the state Commissioner of Police and Commissioner for Homeland Security to seal Badeggi FM. READ ALSO: SERAP gives Niger gov 48-hour ultimatum to reverse radio station shutdown He…

Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has announced that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state will begin a month-long membership revalidation exercise on August 4, 2025. The initiative, aimed at strengthening party unity and digitally capturing all members, was revealed during the governor’s visit to the APC State Secretariat in Uyo yesterday. Speaking to party members, Eno stressed the importance of unity and urged them to set aside internal disputes to prioritise the interests of Akwa Ibom. He called on all members, both old and new, to participate in the revalidation process to ensure an accurate and up-to-date…

The Lagos State University (LASU) Senate has announced the indefinite suspension of all academic activities, including the 2024/2025 Second Semester Examinations, in response to an industrial action by the institution’s staff unions. Students residing in university hostels have also been instructed to vacate their accommodations by Monday morning. The decision was made during a virtual meeting of the university’s Senate on Saturday to address the strike declared by the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of staff unions on Thursday, July 31. READ ALSO: LASU workers go on strike over welfare issues  The JAC comprises the LASU chapters of the Academic Staff Union…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs), pledging to provide an enabling environment for businesses to flourish across the state. He gave the assurance while receiving two Ondo-based entrepreneurs who recently won national honours at the 2025 National Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Awards held in Abuja and organised by the Presidency. The awardees were Engr. Emmanuel Adewumi of Denki Wires and Cables, Akure, who received the Award of Excellence in Manufacturing, and Femi Olufunmiloye of Lafbart Innovations & Consulting Ltd, Akure, who was honoured with the FIRS Award…

The Republic of Congo has requested Nigeria’s backing for its candidate, Firmin Edouard Matoko, to lead the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). The request was made during a visit by Congolese Prime Minister Anatole Collinet Makosso to Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima. Shettima, who received the delegation on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, affirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic relations with the Republic of Congo. READ ALSO: Ghana’s president Mahama assures safety of Nigerians, rejects Xenophobia He lauded the leadership of Congolese President Denis Sassou-Nguesso for his role in promoting regional peace, particularly in Africa’s Great Lakes region.…

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has approved an upward review of the monthly stipend paid to members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) serving in the state, raising it from ₦20,000 to ₦30,000. The announcement came yesterday as the governor declared open the 2025 Batch B Stream I orientation programme at the NYSC camp in Damare. Sharing the news via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Fintiri said: “I had the honour of opening the 2025 Batch B Stream I NYSC orientation camp in Damare today. I also revealed that we’re increasing the corps members’ allowance to ₦30,000 per…

President Bola Tinubu has called on young Nigerians in the digital media space to use their platforms to foster national unity and progress, rather than division. Speaking at the opening of the Progressives Digital Media Summit, the president emphasised the critical need for content creators and influencers to verify information before amplifying it. In his address, Tinubu urged the youth to leverage their digital skills to build businesses, create jobs, and produce content that promotes unifying values, thereby serving as “positive catalysts for societal development.” READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa launches ‘Ondo State for Tinubu 2027’ campaign “I urge you to continue using…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Friday convened a special meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Leaders Caucus, aimed at consolidating party unity and laying the groundwork for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign in 2027. The meeting, held at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Akure, brought together statutory leaders of the APC in the state to formally establish the Ondo version of the National Caucus structure. During his address, Aiyedatiwa called for collective action among party leaders and reiterated the need for cohesion under the party’s central leadership. READ ALSO: “Hit the ground running to…