The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said 55,859 voter cards were collected within just five days in preparation for the governorship election scheduled for November 16 in Ondo State. In a statement released on Tuesday, Sam Olumekun, the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee highlighted that these cards were collected by new registrants, as well as by individuals applying for transfers or replacements of…

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced the formation of a forensic investigative committee to tackle the ongoing issues of grid collapses that have recently affected Nigeria’s electricity supply. This decision comes in response to two significant disruptions within the past week that plunged various regions into darkness. In a statement released by the minister’s media aide, Bolaji Tunji, Adelabu expressed his concerns over the incidents, which he described…

By Friday Omosola On Monday, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq inaugurated the construction, rehabilitation, and upgrade of rural roads spanning a total of 209.77 km. This initiative he said underscores his administration’s commitment to linking the state’s agricultural hinterlands with urban markets, thereby bolstering food security. The governor in a statement from his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye said the projects are being undertaken as part of the Rural Access…

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, announced today that the Federal Government is conducting a thorough investigation into the Gulf of Guinea (GoG) as a critical route for arms trafficking into Nigeria. This revelation underscores ongoing concerns regarding the influx of illegal weapons that contribute to rising insecurity in the country. During a press briefing, Ribadu outlined the strategic importance of the Gulf of Guinea, noting that its…

The House of Representatives has passed a bill during its second reading that proposes the creation of a new Oyo State, while renaming the current Oyo State to Ibadan State. The bill aims to address regional governance and enhance administrative efficiency within the area. Proponents argue that the establishment of a new state will foster local development and improve resource management, benefiting the citizens of both the new state and…

The wife of the Ekiti State Governor, Olayemi Oyebanji on Monday through her pet project, the Widows, Aged, and Orphans Hope (WAOH) Support Foundation empowered over 400 widows and orphans in the state by providing essential working equipment and financial support. In addition, Mrs Oyebanji awarded scholarships to 50 pupils, covering educational expenses from primary school to university level. She also presented education support cheques of N100,000 each to 50…

The Nigerian Senate has passed for second reading a Bill aimed at establishing the National Food Reserve Agency. This legislation seeks to create a structured framework for managing and preserving the nation’s food reserves, addressing critical issues related to food supply and sustainability. During the session, senators emphasised the importance of the agency in mitigating food shortages and enhancing agricultural productivity. The proposed agency is expected to play a vital…

By Friday Omosola Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has launched the ARISE Youth Employment Portal, aimed at creating job opportunities for the youth of Akwa Ibom. In a statement posted on his X page on Tuesday, the governor emphasised that this initiative reflects his administration’s commitment to fulfilling the promises outlined in his charter with the youth of Akwa Ibom. He noted that the portal supports the United Nations’…

The Nigerian Senate has summoned General Buba Marwa, the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), to address allegations against Deputy Senate Leader Senator Oyelola Ashiru of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Kwara South. The summons follows accusations made by the NDLEA, claiming that Senator Ashiru made derogatory remarks about the agency last week. These comments reportedly stemmed from the senator’s frustration over the arrest and ongoing…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has credited the state’s rapid development over the past two years to the strong cooperation and shared vision between his administration and the National Assembly members from Ekiti, led by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele. Speaking in Ilawe-Ekiti on Monday during the commissioning of the Ilawe-Ikogosi link road by Bamidele, Governor Oyebanji emphasised that this partnership has been a significant driving force behind the state’s progress,…

Governor Ademola Adeleke has explained his decision to instruct the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure to ban heavy-duty trucks from using the Olaiya bridge in the state capital.  In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor cited safety concerns based on technical reports regarding the condition of the bridge. He emphasised that the move was necessary to prevent potential damage to the structure and avoid any unforeseen…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Monday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to revitalizing the state’s education sector. During the 12th Convocation Ceremony and the 15th Founder’s Day Event of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), held in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, the governor outlined key steps already taken, including increased funding for tertiary institutions, the rehabilitation of school buildings, and the recruitment of teachers for primary and secondary schools. Governor…