Author: Friday Omosola

Vice President Kashim Shettima has welcomed an offer from India’s Schoolnet India Ltd & Learnet Skills Ltd to partner with Nigerian public and private entities to introduce its KYAN smart class solutions in the nation’s schools. Shettima, who received the delegation led by Managing Director/CEO RCM Reddy on Monday, described the project as potentially very beneficial for primary and secondary schools, provided it is “domesticated with local content.” The KYAN smart class solution aims to digitally transform education by introducing interactive smart boards and digital content to improve learning outcomes. READ ALSO: Shettima says Tinubu administration increases education budget to ₦3.5trn…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has commissioned the new Command and Control Centre and a Training Auditorium at the headquarters of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, in Alagbaka, Akure. Aiyedatiwa on Monday, declared that security governance is a shared responsibility, describing it as a continuous journey that requires both public engagement and unwavering government support. He affirmed that safeguarding lives and property remains the cornerstone of his administration, guided by the “OUR EASE” policy thrust. READ ALSO: Aiyedatiwa swears in new advisers, DG PPIMU, inaugurates law commission The governor described the newly commissioned facilities as crucial for…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has called on women across Nigeria to embrace responsibility and confidently step into leadership roles to shape policy, institutions, and national development. The governor’s charge was delivered via a goodwill message read by the Secretary to the State Government, Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, at the 2025 Women in Successful Careers (WISCAR) Annual Leadership and Mentoring Conference, held over the weekend at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. Speaking on the conference theme, “Claiming Our Future: Women in Leadership and Policy Transformation,” Sanwo-Olu stated that the future belongs to women who are willing to take responsibility, lead…

The Ekiti State Government has urged residents to remain calm and dismiss panic over reports of banditry and security breaches in neighbouring Kogi and Kwara states. The government insists it is in full control of the security situation and is mobilising local authorities to strengthen defences. The assurance was given on Monday by the Special Adviser to the governor on security matters, Brigadier-General Ebenezer Ogundana following a quarterly security meeting that included heads of security agencies, chairmen of the 16 local government councils, and 22 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). READ ALSO: Oyebanji assures Ekiti residents of safety, cuts leave to…

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has responded to his recent invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), dismissing the allegations levelled against him as baseless, illogical and entirely devoid of substance. Malami explained that the EFCC’s inquiry, conducted on 28 November, centred on claims of an alleged duplication in the recovery of the $310 million Abacha loot, an amount that later rose to about $322.5 million with accrued interest and focused on two issues: abuse of office and money laundering. He addressed the EFCC’s core contention that, upon his assumption of office…

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has affirmed its commitment to leading public enlightenment campaigns to ensure the effective implementation of the Federal Government’s tax reforms, which are set to take effect with the new Tax Act in January 2026. The commitment was made yesterday in Abuja by the agency’s Director-General, Lanre Issa-Onilu, during a courtesy visit by the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, led by its chairman, Taiwo Oyedele. Issa-Onilu acknowledged that technology has made it easy for mischievous individuals to spread false news and misleading narratives about the new tax laws. READ ALSO: NOA urges lifestyle change…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the ambassadorial list presented by President Bola Tinubu. The party in a statement by its spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, described it as “outrageously underwhelming” and primarily designed to settle his political IOUs rather than address Nigeria’s urgent international relations crises. Abdullahi said the list, which comes after a more than two-year delay, features a comic cast of political jobbers, corruption suspects, and a patronage of wives, children, and relatives of the President’s political associates. READ ALSO: Tinubu declares ‘war on insecurity’ as Church leaders back lawful Protection, state police He argued that the list fails…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has decorated its newly promoted senior officers following the recent approval of their appointments by the Nigeria Customs Service Board. The evaluations aim to strengthen strategic leadership and enhance operational effectiveness across the Service. The ceremony, held at the NCS Headquarters auditorium, saw the decoration of thirteen officers to the top management ranks, alongside special promotions for ten officers in recognition of exceptional service. READ ALSO: JUST IN: NCS approves Amupitan as new INEC chairman Five newly appointed Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) of Customs were decorated. Their elevation follows the retirement of senior officers and is expected…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas. The lawsuit was filed over their alleged failure to account for ₦18.6 billion allocated for the construction of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) Office Complex. The lawsuit, filed last week at the Federal High Court in Abuja (suit number: FHC/ABJ/CS/2457/2025), also names the National Assembly Service Commission as a respondent. READ ALSO: SERAP gives CBN 7 days to explain missing N3 trillion Akpabio and Abbas are being sued on their own behalf and on behalf…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday announced that the administration of President Bola Tinubu increased the education budget to ₦3.5 trillion in the 2025 Budget. This figure represents 7.3% of the national budget, an increase from the previous year. He made the disclosure while speaking at the 50th anniversary celebration of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) in Borno State. READ ALSO: Shettima urges scholars to uphold tolerance at Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s burial He stated that the improved investment reflects the “renewed vigour” to properly situate Nigeria in the global knowledge economy, warning that the nation cannot compete globally if its universities remain…