The Federal Government has released N2.311 billion in salary and promotion arrears to universities as part of ongoing efforts to address welfare concerns and stabilise the tertiary education system. Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, announced the payment on Thursday in a
Kaduna State has earmarked N1.4 billion to compensate 891 households whose homes and farmlands will be affected by upcoming civil works to remediate degraded lands across the state. The intervention, part of the World Bank-supported ACReSAL programme, targets erosion-prone areas in Zaria, Rigasa, and St Peters in Kawo, with work set to commence immediately. The […]
Governor Uba Sani has promised that his administration will improve the livestock industry, bridge infrastructure deficit, facilitate access to markets and attract investment. The Governor also disclosed that his Government has invested 10 million Euros to establish state-of-the-art Arla Farms in Damau, located at Kubau local government area in 2023. Represented by the
The Federal Government has urged entrepreneurs in Nigeria’s Southeast to take advantage of the ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme (ETLS) to expand trade across West Africa. Speaking at a one-day sensitization workshop in Enugu themed “Increasing Intra-Regional Trade through ETLS,” Ambassador Olawale Emmanuel Awe, Director of the ECOWAS National Unit at the Ministry of
The Osun State Police Command has arrested ten suspects allegedly involved in criminal activities in Ile-Ife, recovering arms, ammunition, and vehicles during the operation. Command spokesperson DSP Abiodun Ojelabi said in a statement on Monday that the arrests were made at Minnea Polis Lounge, Moro, near Foreign Link Campus, following a midnight tip-off. According to […]
Lawmakers from the South-East under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives have threatened to boycott the party’s forthcoming national convention if the position of National Woman Leader is taken away from the zone. The spokesperson of the South-East caucus, Rep. Ikenga-Imo Ugochinyere, made the position known in a […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to advancing education and infrastructural development across Nigeria under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Tinubu, represented by the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Prof. Adenike Oladiji, stated this on Sunday while inaugurating newly completed projects at the
The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for allowing one of its sons, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd.), to serve as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), describing his tenure as exemplary and patriotic. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Luka Binniyat, on Sunday, the Forum said Musa’s exit marked the […]
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ikenne Remo Federal Constituency, Hon. Azeez Bello, popularly known as Arole, has commended Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun for the successful launch of the maiden commercial flight from the Gateway International Airport, Iperu-Ilishan. Bello, who serves as a Senior Special Assistant to the governor, lauded […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of Garuba Mohammed Duku, a retired Director of Finance and Administration with the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), for corruption and money laundering involving ₦318 million. A statement by the
The Supreme Court was on Tuesday, October 7, the venue of the swearing-in of Justice Mainasara Umar as the new Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT). Administering the oath, the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, charged him to uphold the law “without fear or favour, ill will or affection,” and […]
The Forum of Commissioners for Power and Energy (FOCPEN) has dismissed reports suggesting that some states have reversed their commitment to electricity market reforms due to tariff and debt concerns. In a statement signed by Chairman Prince Eka Williams, Commissioner of Power and Renewable Energy, Cross River State, and Acting Secretary Engr. Mohammed Ihiezue
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after a 10-day working visit to Lagos. Tinubu arrived in Lagos on September 26 after attending the coronation of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, in Ibadan. During his stay, he met with top investors including Bayo Ogunlesi, Chief Executive Officer of Global Infrastructure Partners, […]
Saidu Ugonoh, Former Kogi governorship aspirant and APC chieftain, has condoled with the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, over the death of his mother. In a message, Ugonoh, who holds the title of Santuraki of Ebiraland, praised Yilwatda’s leadership qualities and his ability to reposition the party ahead […]
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects linked to an attempted murder and armed robbery attack in Igoba Community, Akure North LGA. Olushola Ayanlade, Police spokesperson, said the suspects were behind the October 2 attack on Mrs Ogunoye Oluomo and an attempt to assassinate Oba Adinlewa John, the traditional ruler of the community. […]
Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has urged African nations to make mineral resources the foundation of industrial transformation on the continent. Delivering the keynote at the African Mining Week in Cape Town, South Africa, Alake said: “Africa’s minerals have powered industrialisation elsewhere while our own economies remain under-industrialized. “This
The Imo State Government has begun payment of its newly approved ₦104,000 minimum wage to state workers, fulfilling an earlier promise by Governor Hope Uzodimma to review salaries. Workers confirmed receiving salary alerts over the weekend reflecting the new wage structure, sparking excitement and gratitude toward the governor. Governor Uzodimma had approved ₦104,000 for
The Federal Government has distributed farm inputs to cooperative societies in Adamawa State in a bid to boost food production and achieve food security. Speaking at the inauguration of the exercise in Yola, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, said the items were provided free of charge. The inputs included power tillers, […]
The Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA) has called on federal and state governments to upgrade hospitals nationwide for effective healthcare delivery and emergency responses. MWIA President, Dr Eleanor Nwadinobi, made the call in Enugu following the death of Arise TV news anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu. She said Maduagwu’s case highlighted the dysfunction of
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has dismissed claims that the South West will not back President Bola Tinubu in 2027, insisting the region will not abandon its “own.” APC spokesman Seye Oladejo, in a statement on Saturday, was reacting to comments credited to supporters of a PDP presidential aspirant, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim. […]
























