Author: Friday Omosola

A tragic boat accident in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State yesterday is feared to have resulted in numerous fatalities. The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) confirmed the incident on Sunday, indicating that rescue operations are ongoing amidst uncertainty about the exact number of victims. According to a statement from Ibrahim Hussaini, NSEMA’s Director of Information and Special Duties, the vessel was transporting an unspecified number of passengers and various goods en route to Kwata, Zumba Market when it overturned mid-river. READ ALSO: Niger gov approves N75,000 as minimum wage While the boat operator and a few individuals were…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, to represent Nigeria at the second United Nations Food Systems Summit, taking place from July 27 to 29, 2025. During the high-level international gathering, Shettima is slated to participate in discussions focused on transforming the global coffee value chain and engage in various roundtables and meetings. READ ALSO: Shettima: Deforestation threatens Nigeria’s economy, global trade access These engagements are strategically aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s ongoing drive for food security. The summit itself serves as a critical platform for global leaders to assess the advancements made since the…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed Lagos State’s commitment to fostering a robust and welcoming environment for investors. He emphasised the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance business operations. The governor spoke through his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, during the visit of the Georgia House of Assembly, led by Almaz Dagash, to the Lagos House in Ikeja. READ ALSO: Cholera alert: Lagos sensitises vendors, waste workers Highlighting the state’s significant economic potential, Sanwo-Olu underscored Lagos’s immense market size, its dynamic atmosphere, and vast human capacity. He cited the state’s estimated population of approximately 24 million people and a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of around…

The Federal Government, FG, through the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, is actively pursuing a nationwide initiative to bridge Nigeria’s housing deficit, with plans to construct thousands of affordable homes. Currently, 250-unit ‘Renewed Hope’ housing estates are under construction in 12 states, spanning all six geopolitical zones across the country. This development was announced by the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa, yesterday in Kano, during an inspection of ongoing construction at the ‘Renewed Hope City and Estate’ in Lambu. READ ALSO: FG moves to repatriate citizens stranded in Central African Republic Minister Dangiwa also indicated that…

Former presidential spokesperson, Garba Shehu, has shed light on instances where ex-President Muhammadu Buhari reportedly declined highly extravagant personal gifts, including a customised diamond-studded wristwatch and a private aircraft. Shehu, who served as Senior Special Assistant to the late president on media and publicity from 2015 to 2023, shared these revelations during an appearance on Channels Television’s “Inside Sources with Laolu Akande” yesterday. READ ALSO: APC slams ADC for ‘insensitive’ criticism of Buhari’s state burial Shehu recounted two specific episodes that, he claims, underscore Buhari’s unwavering commitment to integrity throughout his time in office. One involved a distinguished Nigerian fashion designer…

In a proactive move to mitigate potential cholera outbreaks, particularly in its flood-prone regions, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) partnered with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and the Government of Japan to host a critical public awareness seminar. The event, held recently at the Lagos City Centre in Sura, Lagos Island, focused on sensitising informal food and water vendors, alongside waste workers, groups identified as crucial in the transmission cycle of the disease. The seminar falls under UNIDO Project 240236, an initiative specifically titled: ‘Emergency Capacity Building of Informal Food and Water Vendors and Waste Workers…

The Kwara State Government has bolstered its environmental protection and waste management capabilities with the introduction of 70 new large-capacity waste bins and five specialised waste disposal trucks. This strategic acquisition, a key component of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project, aims to foster a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment across the state. The new equipment was unveiled today at the State Ministry of Environment Office in GRA Ilorin. READ ALSO: Kwara records lowest child mortality rate in Nigeria despite challenges in skilled attendance Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq was represented by the Commissioner for Environment and Chairman of the…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has extended a cautious congratulation to Nentawe Yilwatda following his appointment as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), becoming the ruling party’s fourth leader in two years. In a press statement issued on Friday and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said Yilwatda’s emergence offers the APC a renewed opportunity to uphold democratic values and engage opposition parties with greater tolerance and respect. While acknowledging the significance of leadership transitions in political organisations, Abdullahi criticised the APC for what it described as a history of conflating governance…

President Bola Tinubu on Friday appealed to power generation companies (GENCOs) for more time to finalise the verification of significant long-standing debts owed to them by the Federal Government (FG). During a meeting with the Association of Power Generation Companies at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Tinubu affirmed his administration’s dedication to resolving the severe liquidity challenges plaguing Nigeria’s power sector. Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Energy, disclosed that Tinubu has granted anticipatory approval for a substantial ₦4 trillion bond program specifically designed to address the sector’s financial shortfall. Acknowledging the considerable liabilities inherited from previous administrations, Tinubu…

Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling commercial hub, has earned international recognition for its vibrant nightlife, securing a place among the world’s top cities for after-dark entertainment. The prestigious Time Out Magazine has positioned Lagos as the second-best nightlife destination in Africa, only surpassed by Cape Town, South Africa. According to the renowned global media and entertainment brand, a significant 79% of Lagosian residents surveyed offered a positive assessment of their city’s nocturnal scene. READ ALSO: Sanwo-Olu launches N500bn food security initiative, ‘Produce for Lagos’ This strong local endorsement helped Lagos outrank other major African cities, with Cairo, Egypt, placing third and Marrakech, Morocco,…