Author: Friday Omosola

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced its resolve to dismantle all illegal settlements and shanties within Abuja. FCTA cited them as havens for criminals and obstacles to developmental projects. The FCTA stated that its ongoing crackdown on these criminal hideouts will continue. READ ALSO: FCTA to construct new electoral commission headquarters in Abuja This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media. FCTA expressed alarm over the security situation in parts of the Durumi District and Area 1 in the Garki District.…

The Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) has reaffirmed its dedication to developing sustainable water transportation in Lagos as a key component of the state’s integrated, multimodal transport system. This commitment was the central theme of the agency’s 2025 Strategic Retreat, held recently at the Festival Hotel in Amuwo-Odofin. The retreat, themed “Advancing Water Transportation for a Sustainable Lagos,” gathered key officials to chart a course for the future of water transport in the bustling metropolis. READ ALSO: Lagos Ibadan expressway: Will 2025 be different? LAGFERRY’s Managing Director, Abdoulbaq Balogun, highlighted the significant progress made since 2020. He noted that the agency’s…

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has initiated a rapid response to a boat accident that occurred in Sokoto State yesterday, as a vessel carrying over 50 passengers to Goronyo Market capsized. NEMA Director General, Zubaida Umar, activated the agency’s Sokoto Operations Office (SOO) response team immediately upon receiving reports of the tragedy. According to a statement from the agency, rescue efforts are underway, with approximately 10 individuals having been rescued so far. The search continues for more than 40 passengers who remain unaccounted for. READ ALSO: NEMA: Floods kill 165, displace over 43,000 in 19 states  NEMA’s Sokoto Operations Office…

The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has sealed eight hotels in the state capital for failing to comply with operational regulations and lacking proper documentation. The enforcement action, which took place in Ilorin, followed repeated warnings to the affected establishments. READ ALSO: Kwara NMA warns many doctors suffer mental distress but lack access to care According to Aminullahi Taiye AbdulRahman, the Head of the Hotels Department at KWEPA, the hotels were given sufficient time to rectify their status but ignored the agency’s directives. Speaking from the KWEPA headquarters, General Manager Jide Aina clarified that the action was taken in accordance…

The Lagos State government has charged driving school operators to deliver high-quality driver’s education as a critical strategy for tackling the state’s persistent traffic and transportation challenges. The directive was issued by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, during the 2025 “Train-the-Trainer Workshop” organised by the Lagos State Drivers’ Institute (LASDRI). READ ALSO: U.S., Lagos govt join forces to boost Nollywood Speaking at the event, themed “Drivers Education: Panacea to Economic Growth and Development,” Osiyemi highlighted the immense scale of Lagos’s transportation system. “Lagos, with over 20 million residents and nearly six million registered vehicles, witnesses more than 15 million daily…

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, has stated that the recent by-election victories of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state are a strong indicator of President Bola Tinubu’s dominance in the 2027 presidential election. Okpebholo made the statement while congratulating the winners of the Edo Central Senatorial and Ovia Federal Constituency by-elections. In a statement released on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, Okpebholo celebrated the triumphs of Senator-elect Joe Ikpea and House of Representatives Member-elect Omosede Igbinedion. READ ALSO: Peter Obi dismisses Okpebholo’s warning, affirms right to visit any state He commended voters for their overwhelming…

President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to former military President, General Ibrahim Babangida, on his 84th birthday. In a statement, Tinubu celebrated the retired military leader, acknowledging his eight-year tenure as having significantly impacted Nigeria’s socio-economic and political landscape. The President joined Babangida’s family, friends, and associates in marking the milestone. Tinubu also highlighted General Babangida’s notable military career, which included a distinguished period as an instructor at the Nigerian Defence Academy. Babangida went on to hold several key positions, such as Commander of the 4 Reconnaissance Regiment, Commander of the Nigerian Army Armoured Corps, and Chief of Army…

The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a new half-year revenue record, collecting ₦89.2 billion between January and June. The command’s Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Joy Edelduok in a statement highlighted that the revenue figure is a significant 63% increase compared to the ₦54.8 billion collected during the same period in 2024. READ ALSO: NSC chief denies unpaid Super Falcons bonuses Edelduok attributed the achievement to a series of strategic reforms and a firm commitment to increasing revenue, facilitating legitimate trade, and combating smuggling. “The first half of 2025 was active and…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has dismissed the Chairman of the Microcredit and Enterprise Development Agency, Abayomi “Lustay” Olumide. Oyebanji in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Olayinka Oyebode said the removal took effect immediately and was linked to gross misconduct and dereliction of duty. The governor also directed Olumide to hand over all government properties in his possession to the agency without delay. READ ALSO: Oyebanji dissolves cabinet  The development came just days after Oyebanji, who is seeking re-election for a second term, dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. In announcing the dissolution, the governor…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given the leaders of Nigeria’s National Assembly, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeun Abbas, a seven-day ultimatum to refer allegations of bribery to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). SERAP in a statement posted on its X page on Sunday said failure to comply will result in legal action. The ultimatum follows a viral video in which Ibrahim Auyo, a member of the House of Representatives from Jigawa State, alleged that lawmakers must pay between ₦1…