Former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Benedict Alabi, has dismissed speculation that his boss, Adegboyega Oyetola is backing one aspirant over others in the build-up to the 2026 governorship race, reports thegazellenews.com Alabi, who has officially declared his intention to run for Governor on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), told reporters that Oyetola now Minister of Marine and Blue Economy has not endorsed any candidate, contrary to claims that he is rooting for Bola Oyebamiji. “Yes, Oyetola has a working relationship with Bola Oyebamiji, like he does with many of us,” Alabi said. “But that does not make…
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital innovation are set to power Nigeria’s next phase of inclusive prosperity, according to Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). Delivering the keynote address at the 3rd Annual Economic Confidential Public Lecture in Abuja—an event where three new books authored by PRNigeria staff were unveiled by Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR)—Inuwa said AI provides Nigeria with a historic opportunity to leapfrog traditional barriers to development. He explained that AI could automate up to 30 percent of tasks in the economy, boosting GDP growth by as much as 20 percent. Beyond efficiency,…
The Federal Ministry of Environment, through its Department of Climate Change, in collaboration with the NAP Global Network, has launched an inception workshop aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s capacity for conflict-sensitive climate adaptation while unveiling a new report on integrating peacebuilding into the country’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process. The event, held in Abuja, brought together senior government officials, development partners, security experts, and representatives from various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). It marked a critical step in mainstreaming conflict-sensitivity into Nigeria’s climate policies and development planning. Delivering the welcome address on behalf of the Director, Department of Climate Change, Dr.…
The United Kingdom has awarded 85 Nigerians, the prestigious Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships to study a wide range of master’s degrees and PhD programmes in the UK in 2025. This year, 39 scholars and a fellow received the Chevening scholarships, while 45 scholars have been awarded the Commonwealth scholarship so far. A pre-departure ceremony was held in Abuja for scholars based in Abuja and environs, while a similar ceremony will hold in Lagos in September, for scholars in Lagos and nearby cities. At the Abuja pre-departure reception, the British Deputy High Commissioner, Mrs. Gill Lever, congratulated beneficiaries who succeeded in…
Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has called for urgent reform of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), including a new legal framework to empower it and open the sector to private participation. Speaking at the Ministry of Interior Mid-Tenure/2025 Sectoral Performance Retreat held at Zuma Rock Resorts in Suleja, Niger State, the Minister described the current Fire Service Act of 1963 as “obsolete and inadequate,” stressing that it neither reflects today’s realities nor gives the FFS prosecutorial or regulatory powers. He said: “By law today, the fire service cannot prosecute, cannot enumerate, and cannot even regulate. When a government agency…
As insecurity continues to escalate across the Sokoto–Zamfara–Katsina axis, security experts and stakeholders have called for urgent measures to strengthen border control, enhance government commitment, and deepen collaboration among civil society organisations (CSOs), security agencies, and local communities in tackling cross-border crimes. The call was made on Tuesday, 26 August, 2025, during a national deliberative session organised by the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP) and the Research and Action for Peace (REcAP) Project, in collaboration with the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), with funding support from the European Union. The theme of…
The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, 27 August, 2025, secured the conviction and sentence of three internet fraudsters before Justice D.I.Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. The convicts are: Shodeinde Taiwo Samuel, Oyetunde Eniola Ayomide and Akinola Samuel Bolutife. They are among the 93 suspected fraudsters arrested in a sting operation on Sunday, 10 August, 2025 at a hotel within the precincts of Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, OOPL, Abeokuta, Ogun State. They were arraigned on Wednesday, 27 August, 2025, on a one-count charge bordering on impersonation, identity and internet…
The draw for the league phase for the 2025/2026 Champions League have been conducted on Thursday, 28 August, 2025. This year, the competition will continue to use the ‘Swiss-style’ league phase rather than the group stage to which fans had become accustomed. That means that 36 teams will again take part in the competition. The draw for the league phase for the 2025/2026 Champions League have been conducted on Thursday, 28 August, 2025. This year, the competition will continue to use the ‘Swiss-style’ league phase rather than the group stage to which fans had become accustomed. That means that 36…
The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Lagos State Area Unit, has warned the Federal Government against aiding the arrest of Palestinian activist Ramzy Abu Ibrahim. In a statement by their Amir (President), Mallam Kamoldeen Abiona, the students told the Federal Government and President Bola Tinubu that aiding the arrest of Abu Ibrahim is tantamount to supporting the ongoing genocide in Gaza. It would be recalled that Mr. Ramzy Abu Ibrahim, a well-known voice against the atrocities in Gaza, was reportedly apprehended by suspected anti-terrorism operatives in Abuja. His whereabouts have since remained unknown, a situation the MSSNLagos described as…
Nigeria needs bold investments to address the energy deficit that affects millions of households and industries, Chairman of off-grid impact investment company All On, and Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Ltd (SNEPCo), Ronald Adams said yesterday while addressing business leaders at the 2025 International Business Conference & Expo of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). Adams, who assumed the role of All On Board Chairman last month, quoted statistics showing that over 80 million Nigerians lacked access to reliable electricity. “The consequences of the deficit are far-reaching: stifled productivity, limited access to quality healthcare…