Author: Friday Omosola

The Edo State Government has announced its readiness to collaborate with the Italian Government to address the challenges of irregular migration and human trafficking in the state. This was disclosed by Edesili Anani, Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, during a meeting yesterday at the Government House, Benin City, with a delegation led by Alberto Cilala, a consultant to the European Union and President of Mattei Africa for Humanitarian Aids Initiative in Italy.   Welcoming the delegation, Mrs Anani emphasised the significance of the partnership in tackling unemployment and providing opportunities for Edo youths. She expressed optimism about the…

President Bola Tinubu has praised the Finnish government for its decisive intervention in the case of Simon Ekpa, whose actions, according to the President, threatened Nigeria’s unity and peaceful coexistence. Speaking on Friday in Abuja while receiving the Letters of Credence from the Finnish Ambassador to Nigeria, Sanna Selin, at the State House, President Tinubu affirmed his administration’s resolve to uphold stability and cohesion in the country.   “We will not tolerate actions or statements that foster divisiveness among our citizens. Nigeria is indivisible,” President Tinubu declared, commending the Finnish authorities for taking action against Simon Ekpa. The President described the…

Vice President Kashim Shettima returned to Nigeria on Friday following his impactful engagements at the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. In a statement, his spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha, noted that the Vice President, who represented Nigeria at the prestigious global summit, showcased the country’s investment opportunities, championed African economic integration, and held strategic discussions with global leaders and international organizations.   During his time in Davos, Shettima participated in high-level forums that underscored the need to drive investments into Africa’s frontier markets. At one such session titled “Roadmap to Co-create Investment Opportunities for Africa’s Frontier Markets”, organised by the…

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has announced that his administration will soon unveil an ‘Action Plan on Durable Solutions’, an initiative aimed at facilitating the safe return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their ancestral homes. IDPs are individuals compelled to flee their homes within their country due to conflicts, violence, human rights abuses, natural disasters, or other crises. The governor made this announcement during a visit to the dry season farm project site along Gboko Road, Makurdi.  He was accompanied by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, the UN Resident Coordinator in Nigeria, and members of the diplomatic community. As…

This report features retired Assistant Director of Internal Security (SSS), Adam Abuh, urging citizens to prioritize personal security by learning tips, staying vigilant, and reporting suspicious activities. For years, Nigeria has faced persistent security challenges that have severely impacted its economy. These issues vary geographically, with Boko Haram’s terrorism plaguing the northern regions, while separatist movements such as the Biafra agitation in the southeast and the Yoruba nation agitation in the southwest further complicate the country’s security dynamics. Under the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, incidents such as Boko Haram attacks, militancy, armed robbery, banditry, and kidnapping for ransom…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has instructed the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to urgently deploy new passport printers to the Nigerian Consulates in Atlanta and New York, USA. This decision follows a petition from a group of Nigerians in the diaspora, highlighting the difficulties faced by citizens requiring consular services in these cities.   Acknowledging the petition through a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alao Babatunde, the minister confirmed the directive for immediate deployment. READ ALSO: South Africa relaxes visa rules for Nigerians   The statement read:  “The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has acknowledged receipt of…

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has expressed deep concern over the nation’s poor power supply, rising electricity tariffs, and worsening poverty. Speaking yesterday he highlighted the instability in power generation, transmission, and distribution, blaming government policies for plunging Nigerians further into hardship. Ajaero criticised the recent 50 per cent increase in telephone service tariffs, urging the federal government to suspend the implementation until extensive consultations with stakeholders are conducted. He also condemned the flawed privatization of the power sector, noting that private investors relied on local bank loans instead of foreign investments, causing a liquidity…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced a reward of N5 million and a bungalow for Kayode Adewale, a Mathematics teacher was shortlisted among the top 50 teachers globally in the prestigious Global Teacher Prize.  The Global Teacher Prize is a US $1 million award presented to an exceptional teacher who has made an outstanding contribution to their profession.  Adewale employs innovative teaching methods and integrates the local language to teach Mathematics at Imagbon/Imaka Comprehensive High School, Imagbon, in the state. READ ALSO: Shettima: Nigeria to lead Africa’s growth through education, innovation in agriculture Announcing this on his X page,…

The University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) has dismissed a Locum Radiographer for negligence, which led to the death of a patient. The termination was announced in a statement issued yesterday, signed by Maria Maureen Bassey, Director of Administration and Secretary to the Board of Management. The radiographer, whose identity has been withheld, was found to have accidentally taken the key to the Accident and Emergency x-ray room, and the colleague who took over failed to contact him. This oversight contributed to the death of a patient. READ ALSO: Shettima: Nigeria to lead Africa’s growth through education, innovation in agriculture…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has outlined Nigeria’s strategy for leading Africa’s growth by focusing on education, innovation, and smart agriculture. Speaking at the Financial Times Global Risk Roundtable during the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Shettima emphasised that these investments are crucial for addressing both global and domestic challenges. The Vice President acknowledged the pivotal role of African youth in driving the continent’s transformation. He pointed out that while crises abound, they also present opportunities for nations to rebuild stronger. He quoted a Chinese proverb, stating, “The word for crisis in Chinese is ‘Wei Ji’. Wei stands for…