Author: Friday Omosola

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s firm commitment to combating corruption, vowing to recover stolen assets and ensure no refuge for corrupt individuals. Speaking at a one-day Asset Recovery Summit held in Abuja yesterday, Tinubu decried the deep-rooted impact of corruption across key sectors such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure. He noted that the consequences of diverted public resources remain starkly visible across the country. READ ALSO: Children’s Day: Tinubu takes firm stand against violence targeting children Highlighting the damaging effects of corruption—including weakened institutions, a loss of public trust, and the denial of basic services to vulnerable citizens—Tinubu promised…

President Bola Tinubu has appointed new members to the governing councils of three federal universities— the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA), the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (NAU). Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, announced the appointments in a statement yesterday. READ ALSO: Children’s Day: Tinubu takes firm stand against violence targeting children The appointment came after Tinubu, in February 2025, dissolved the governing council of the University of Abuja and dismissed the university’s vice-chancellor, Aisha Maikudi, following controversy surrounding her eligibility for the position. For the University of Abuja, Tinubu…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting the rights of children and creating an environment where they can thrive free from fear, bullying, or discrimination. Speaking on Tuesday during the 2025 National Children’s Day celebration held at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade, Igbatoro Road, Akure, Aiyedatiwa said the state would continue to promote child-friendly policies aimed at empowering the younger generation. The event, which drew hundreds of school children, teachers, parents and dignitaries, had as its theme, “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation.” READ ALSO: OPINION: Governor Aiyedatiwa, insecurity is killing us The…

The Lagos State Government has signed a landmark concession agreement with ZoomLion Nigeria Limited to transition from its decades-old linear waste disposal system to a more sustainable, circular waste management model. The deal will see the construction of two major waste processing facilities in Ikorodu and Badagry, alongside the decommissioning of the Olusosun and Solous III dumpsites. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu presided over the signing of the Waste Management and Processing Concession Agreement on Monday at the State House, Alausa, describing the initiative as ‘a turning point’ in Lagos’ environmental strategy. The agreement, entered with ZoomLion Nigeria, a subsidiary of Ghana-based…

President Bola Tinubu has stated that his administration is taking firm and deliberate steps to prevent, detect, and respond to all forms of violence against children. In his 2025 National Children’s Day message, the President revealed that a comprehensive review of the Child Rights Act (2003) and the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act (2015) is underway. The aim, he said, is to broaden the scope of protection, strengthen legal provisions, address gaps in implementation, and ensure effective enforcement across the country. Commenting on this year’s theme, “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation”, Tinubu added that the government is…

After a decade at the helm of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina is preparing to exit the role with a record of significant growth and development. Speaking yesterday during a media breakfast in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, he revealed that the Bank’s capital base had expanded from $93 billion in 2015 to $325 billion – an extraordinary increase over his two-term tenure. Adesina, the first Nigerian to serve as AfDB President, highlighted the far-reaching impact of the Bank’s strategic priorities, known as the “High 5s”, which have touched over half a billion lives across the continent. READ ALSO: ‘Without reliable…

In Nigeria, the idea of political coalitions has never been taken lightly by key figures advocating their necessity. Rather than diminishing, the coalition movement continues to grow stronger by the day, even amid high-profile defections. Instead of weakening alliances or dampening the resolve of their proponents, defections often le ad to renewed strategic engagement, tighter coordination, and fresh alignments that strengthen the resilience and influence of these coalitions. Before Nigeria’s return to democratic rule, the country had already witnessed a notable coalition between the Northern People’s Congress (NPC) and the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC). This alliance governed…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has stepped back from a legislative proposal that sought to impose mandatory voting on Nigerians. The withdrawal followed an outpouring of criticism from legal experts, rights groups, and the wider public. Initially introduced by Abbas alongside Daniel Ago, the lawmaker representing Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency in Plateau State, the bill aimed to revise the Electoral Act 2022 to compel eligible citizens to vote. READ ALSO: 10 key facts about Nigeria’s compulsory voting bill It passed second reading in the House on 15 May. Supporters of the bill argued that compulsory voting would…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared that institutional reforms are critical to resolving the majority of Nigeria’s public policy and bureaucratic challenges. He stated that such reforms could address as much as 80 per cent of the issues plaguing the nation’s governance systems. Speaking on Monday at the official presentation of the draft National Public Policy Development and Management Framework, Shettima described the new initiative as a “long-overdue” move to overhaul Nigeria’s approach to public policy. “If we get our institutional frameworks right, we will solve 80% of our public policy challenges,” the Vice President said. READ ALSO: ‘Now is time…

Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi has lamented the challenges faced by principled leaders in navigating Nigeria’s complex governance landscape. Obi, who made the statement at a thanksgiving service hosted by the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Umuahia highlighted systemic obstacles and resistance to reform. At the thanksgiving service, which commemorated Abia State Governor Alex Otti’s second year in office, Obi urged political leaders to treat public funds as a sacred trust meant solely for the welfare of the populace. READ ALSO: Atiku, Obi meeting disrupted by Jigawa delegates “Governing this country is no small feat, especially if one is…