Author: Friday Omosola

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso to confirm whether the apex bank has begun transferring funds directly to Nigeria’s 774 local government councils from the Federation Account. In a Freedom of Information (FOI) request dated 10 May 2025 and signed by its deputy director, Kolawole Oluwadare. The rights group urged the CBN to not only disclose any such transactions but also publish the specific amounts disbursed to each local council. SERAP further demanded that the CBN clarify whether any direct allocations have been made to local government councils…

The Kwara State Government has announced that the state Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has concluded arrangements for the airlift of the first batch of intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj. Jumoke Jimoh, Press Secretary, Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, in a statement, said the pilgrims will depart on 12 May from the Ilorin International Airport to Saudi Arabia. READ ALSO: CBN approves cash BTA for 2025 Hajj pilgrims to ease travel demands The Executive Secretary of the Board, Abdulsalam Abdulkadir, disclosed this during an enlightenment programme held at the board’s premises in Ilorin. He confirmed that all necessary preparations, including…

The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to landlords and real estate agents who arbitrarily hike rents across the state, particularly in response to new infrastructure or for vague reasons not backed by law. Barakat Odunuga-Bakare, Special Adviser on Housing to the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA), made this known during a live interview on ‘Your View’, aired on TVC. READ ALSO: Politicians pushing sons to contest Lagos LG polls alarming – GAC Chairman She said the government would no longer tolerate the exploitation of tenants under any guise. Odunuga-Bakare explained that many residents are being unfairly…

Billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote has committed N15 billion towards a five-year development initiative aimed at transforming the Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) in Wudil, Kano State, into a globally competitive institution. Speaking during the university’s fifth combined convocation ceremony on Saturday, Dangote, who serves as Chancellor of the state-owned university, outlined a comprehensive investment plan designed to elevate the institution’s academic infrastructure and global standing. READ ALSO: Dangote refinery reduces Petrol loading price to ₦865 per litre The proposed funding, to be delivered through the Dangote Foundation, will support the construction of additional student hostels and lecture halls,…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the arrest of a former member of the House of Representatives, Muhammad Kazaure. Kazaure, who represented the Kazaure, Roni, Gwiwa, and Yankwashi Federal Constituency from 2015 to 2023, was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday. READ ALSO: Tinubu administration abusing power with VDM’s arrest, detention – Atiku Reacting to the development via his social media platforms, Atiku accused the EFCC of once again plunging headlong into its familiar pattern of lawlessness by arresting and detaining the former lawmaker. He alleged that the anti-graft agency was operating with blatant disregard…

The Federal Government (FG) has flagged off the inaugural airlift of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri, Imo State. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who presided over the historic ceremony, urged the intending pilgrims to uphold Nigerian values and represent the country with dignity during their spiritual journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The event marked the first international departure from the airport, which was built over 40 years ago through communal efforts. READ ALSO: Reps call on FG to fund free cancer screenings nationwide A total of 64,188 Nigerians are scheduled…

President Bola Tinubu has welcomed new investment initiatives from the State of Qatar, particularly in the agricultural sector. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening bilateral relations and implementing existing agreements between both countries. The President made this known on Friday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, a special envoy from the Amir of Qatar and the country’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. READ ALSO: Tinubu bans procurement of foreign goods, launches ‘Nigeria first’ policy’ Al-Khulaifi conveyed the Amir’s strong interest in expanding cooperation with Nigeria, disclosing that a high-level Qatari business delegation will visit the…

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a dynamic and future-oriented public service by urging civil servants to transform into ‘civic innovators’ capable of driving meaningful change. This call was made by the Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Afolabi Ayantayo, during the inauguration of a strategic training programme titled “Leveraging Talent Development for the Next Public Service,” held recently in Alausa, Ikeja. READ ALSO: Politicians pushing sons to contest Lagos LG polls alarming – GAC Chairman Ayantayo described the initiative as a timely intervention and stressed the need for a fundamental shift in the mindset and responsibilities of…

In a move to tackle shortage of health personnel, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has authorised the recruitment of additional medical and health personnel to enhance the delivery of healthcare services across the state. The approval was announced on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the Kwara State Civil Service Commission, Hajia Jimoh. READ ALSO: Nigerian Nurse to leave UK over alleged exam malpractice Jimoh noted that the recruitment is m part of ongoing efforts to revitalise the state’s health sector.  Jimoh during a media briefing in her office, Hajia Jimoh commended the governor for his decisive action to strengthen the…

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned proceedings in the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, to June 26 and 27, and July 3 and 4, 2025. The adjournment is to allow the court to rule on an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) seeking to re-examine its third witness. READ ALSO: Court grants Yahaya Bello N500m bail Bello is facing a 19-count charge of alleged criminal breach of trust and money laundering involving N80.2 billion. The charges contravene Section 18(a) and are punishable under Section 15(3) of the Money…