Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on his 50th birthday celebration. Aiyedatiwa’s birthday congratulatory message was disclosed in a statement made available to newsmen by his Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan on Thursday. Governor Aiyedatiwa commended the monarch for being an inspiration to the youths and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Yorubaland. He said: “On behalf of the…

The World Bank has advised Nigerians against opposing or reversing the ongoing economic reforms being implemented by the government. The global financial institution emphasized that these reforms, though challenging in the short term, are critical to stabilizing and revitalizing Nigeria’s economy in the long run. In a recent statement, the World Bank highlighted the importance of staying the course on these measures, which include subsidy removals, exchange rate adjustments, and…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, has provided much-needed relief materials to victims of the recent flood disaster in Maiduguri, Borno State. The donations, which include essential supplies, were delivered through the Nigerian Air Force, which has successfully completed the airlift of the items to the affected areas. The relief effort is part of the First Lady’s initiative to support communities devastated by the floods, offering assistance to those who…

The House of Representatives has initiated steps to regulate the escalating rent prices across Nigeria. The proposed regulation seeks to address the growing concerns of Nigerians over exorbitant housing costs, particularly in urban areas, where rents have skyrocketed in recent years. Lawmakers are focusing on introducing measures that will ensure fair and affordable rent pricing, providing relief to tenants who have long struggled with high housing costs. This initiative is…

The Federal Government has issued an urgent warning to residents living along the banks of Rivers Benue and Niger, advising them to vacate immediately due to the threat of severe flooding. This directive comes following predictions of rising water levels that could lead to widespread flooding in the affected regions. Authorities are calling for swift evacuation measures to prevent loss of lives and property. Emergency response teams have been mobilized,…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has signed the Anti-Land Grabbing Protection Bill into law following a session of the State House of Assembly on Wednesday. The newly signed Property Protection Law (Second Amendment Law, 2024) aims to halt illegal activities related to land acquisition within the state. The document was presented to the governor by the Rt. Hon. Speaker , Ekiti State House of Assembly, Adeoye Aribasoye, along with the House Leader,…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, announced on Wednesday that the state’s minimum wage will be raised to ₦85,000, with a further increase to ₦100,000 planned for next year.  During his appearance on Channels TV, Sanwo-Olu highlighted the achievements of his administration, noting that the state’s budget has tripled since he took office in 2019. He revealed that Lagos now operates on a ₦2.3 trillion budget, with a performance rate exceeding…

The Osun State Government has announced plans to plant one million trees as part of its efforts to combat deforestation and expand the state’s forest coverage. In the first phase, approval has been granted for the planting of 100,000 trees. This initiative aligns with the state’s climate change agenda and was highlighted when the Forestry Council of Nigeria recognised Governor Ademola Adeleke as a Climate Change Ambassador, acknowledging his dedication…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has assured citizens of upcoming developmental projects and reaffirmed his commitment to transforming every part of the state. Speaking during the third phase of his senatorial campaign flag-off in Ondo South, at a rally in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area on Wednesday, Aiyedatiwa emphasised that more progress lies ahead. “The people of Ondo State haven’t seen anything yet”, he said, adding that…

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has defended his Doctoral Degree in Public Administration from the Department of Political Science and Administration at the University of Uyo. In a statement shared on his official X page, the governor revealed that his thesis, titled ‘Government and Private Sector Development: A Study of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Akwa Ibom State’ serves as a strategic blueprint aligned with his vision to…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged the federal government to explore alternative transportation methods, such as rail, for moving petroleum products across the country.  The 2023 presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party made this statement on his X page in response to the recent tanker explosion in Jigawa State. The tragic incident, which occurred on Tuesday in Majia, Taura Local Government Area, claimed the lives of over 100…

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has expressed his condolences to the government and people of Jigawa State following a tragic tanker explosion. In a statement released by police spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP extended his sympathies to the families of the victims affected by the explosion, which occurred on Tuesday in Majia, Taura Local Government Area. The disaster claimed over 100 lives, with more than 70 others injured and…