Author: Friday Omosola

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke swore in the newly elected local government chairpersons and councillors on Sunday. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured victory in all 30 LGAs and 332 wards in Saturday’s controversial election. During the swearing-in ceremony, Adeleke expressed satisfaction that the election took place despite earlier challenges. He congratulated the officials and urged them to fulfill their mandate by prioritizing good governance. However, the governor instructed the newly elected leaders to refrain from entering the local government secretariats to prevent clashes with individuals whom security forces had reportedly assisted in taking control of the premises. Adeleke saud:…

The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has reiterated the importance of school sports as the foundation for sustainable sports development, calling for stronger collaboration with the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education to enhance opportunities for young athletes. The Director-General of LSSC, Lekan Fatodu, emphasised the role of school sports in talent identification and development. He stated that a well-managed and coordinated school environment serves as the ideal platform for nurturing future sports stars. “There is no better incubation ground, sports identification, and recognition platform than a well-managed and coordinated school environment. We understand the importance of these extracurricular activities…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over its decision to increase Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees. SERAP, in suit number FHC/L/CS/344/2025, filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos, argued that the move was unlawful, unfair, and detrimental to consumers. The New Daily Prime reported that the CBN recently introduced a new policy imposing a charge of N100 per N20,000 withdrawn from ATMs located outside bank branches. Additionally, ATM withdrawals at shopping centres, airports, and standalone cash points will now attract a fee of N100 plus a…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting financial technology companies in Nigeria, particularly those that enhance payment infrastructure services across Africa. The President made this pledge yesterday when he received the leadership of Flutterwave and Alami Capital at the State House in Abuja.  The delegation, led by Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, included key stakeholders from the fintech and technology development sectors. Flutterwave, a Lagos-headquartered fintech giant operating in over 30 African countries, is seeking to list on the Nigerian Exchange. Its CEO, Olugbenga Agboola, alongside co-founder Adeleke Adekoya, and executives…

Former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, has praised former military president, Ibrahim Babangida, on the release of his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service.’ The New Daily Prime reported that Babangida unveiled the book and inaugurated his presidential library on Thursday, with politicians and other prominent figures in attendance. In a statement on his Facebook page on Saturday, Fayemi, a former Minister of Solid Minerals, described the autobiography as a valuable resource. READ ALSO: June 12 election: What if Abiola had become Nigeria’s President? He said it offers insights into leadership, governance, and Nigeria’s political evolution, highlighting defining moments that shaped…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to housing and urban development, emphasising its crucial role in improving residents’ quality of life.   Speaking at the 31st Annual John Wood Ekpenyong Memorial Lecture and the ‘2025 Fellows Induction Ceremony’ of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV). Sanwo-Olu highlighted his government’s achievements in housing over the past five years and pledged to accelerate the delivery of more affordable homes before the end of his tenure. READ ALSO: NGF pledges full support for FG’s nutrition 774 initiative Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin,…

The Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has reaffirmed the commitment of all 36 state governors to supporting the Federal Government’s Nutrition 774 Initiative. He spoke at the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. AbdulRazaq assured that state governments would play an active role in tackling malnutrition, which he described as a major impediment to national development. Vice President Shettima launched the Nutrition 774 Initiative during the 148th NEC meeting, emphasizing its significance in addressing the widespread impact of malnutrition. READ ALSO: NGF…

To address environmental concerns and security threats, Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has signed Executive Order 001 of 2025, suspending all mining activities across the state. The governor made this announcement during a stakeholders’ engagement at the Twin Theater, New Government House, Jos, attended by traditional rulers, community leaders, local government chairmen, and representatives from mining communities. Governor Mutfwang emphasised that the suspension aims to curb illegal mining, mitigate land degradation, combat child labor, and tackle rising security threats, including the influx of unregulated foreign miners linked to banditry, kidnapping, drug trafficking, and illegal firearms possession. “As the Chief Security…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa will be inaugurated on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the Ondo State Sports Complex, Akure. In preparation for the event, he has declared the day a public holiday to enable residents to participate fully in the ceremony. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, the governor emphasised that the work-free day would allow citizens to engage in the inauguration activities, including the swearing-in of his deputy, Olayide Adelami. The inauguration ceremonies commenced on Friday with a Jum’at service at the Akure Central Mosque. READ ALSO: Ondo LG poll: Aiyedatiwa advised on candidate selection On Sunday,…

The Federal Government (FG) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigerian farmers through targeted interventions aimed at reducing production costs and improving food security. In a statement on Friday, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima spokesperson said he made this declaration during a steering committee meeting of the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU) at the Presidential Villa. He emphasised the need for strategic government intervention, including single-digit loans, to protect and empower local farmers. “We need to support our local farmers. Give them single-digit loans. The Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit has evolved into an incubator beyond being just an advisory body,”…