The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to restoring lasting peace in Benue State through a comprehensive livestock development strategy designed to transform security challenges into sustainable economic opportunities. This made known by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, at the inauguration of the Benue State Commission for Peace and Reconciliation during the […]
Dr. Kingsley Udeh, the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, stated on Thursday that the Federal Government is moving forward with plans to increase funding for research in order to speed up enterprise development and commercialization. At the Nigeria-EU Science and Innovation Day in Abuja, where researchers, policymakers, innovators, and private sector players gathered to […]
The Federal Government has cautioned mining operators in Zamfara State against the indiscriminate use of explosives at mining sites. The warning followed the recent lifting of the ban on mining activities in the state and the introduction of new operational procedures to regulate the sector. Mr Abunumah Samuel, Mines Officer and Secretary of the Zamfara […]
The Federal Government has commenced payments for outstanding 2024 capital projects and fixed March 31, 2026, as the deadline for the full implementation of capital components in both the 2024 and 2025 budgets, in a renewed push to clear backlogs and accelerate execution. The Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication to President Bola Tinubu, […]
In a bid to clear outstanding obligations and accelerate the execution of projects, the Federal Government has announced that it will implement 30 percent of the 2025 capital budget before the end of November 2026. The remaining 70 percent of last year’s capital allocations has been formally rolled over into the 2026 capital budget framework […]
The Federal Government has ordered the immediate closure of a mining site in Zurak, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, following a devastating tragedy that claimed the lives of at least 37 artisanal miners and left 26 others hospitalized. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, directed the sealing of the areas under […]
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to allocate N800 billion in credit to bolster the nation’s agro-processing and renewable energy sectors as part of its strategic push to industrialize the economy. The initiative is outlined in the ‘National Industrial Policy 2025’ report, which was launched by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment on Tuesday. […]
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to allocate N800 billion in credit to bolster the nation’s agro-processing and renewable energy sectors as part of its strategic push to industrialize the economy. The initiative is outlined in the ‘National Industrial Policy 2025’ report, which was launched by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment on Tuesday. […]
The Federal Government stated that it would conduct a thorough assessment and review of MTN Group’s acquisition of IHS Towers to determine its impact on the national economy. The government also stated that the review was necessary given the strategic importance of telecommunications infrastructure to national security, economic growth, financial services, and innovation. Dr. Bosun […]
The Federal Government has approved N5 billion for traders affected by the Singer Market fire in Kano. Vice President Kashim Shettima announced the support on Monday during a visit to the market. He said President Bola Tinubu approved the fund to help victims rebuild their businesses and resume trade. In addition, the All Progressives Congress […]
The Federal Government has stepped up efforts to strengthen emergency response nationwide, as the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, inspected the 65 percent completed National Fire Academy in Sheda, Abuja. The visit signals renewed focus on building capacity within the fire service to improve disaster preparedness and response. Tunji-Ojo said the ongoing construction of the […]
The Federal Government has intensified security operations across Nigeria’s North Central region to protect civilians in vulnerable communities, following cowardly terrorist attacks that has claimed lives of about 75 innocent villagers in Kwara State. The renewed offensive, code-named Operation Savannah Shield, entails the deployment of Military, Police, and National Forest Guard Units to reinforce security […]
The Federal Government has urged state governments to invest aggressively in water transportation as a cost-effective alternative to road travel, warning that Nigeria’s vast inland waterways remain largely underutilised. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, made the call while appearing before a joint committee of the House of Representatives on Marine Transport, Ports, […]
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to completing the Maiduguri–Monguno Road in Borno State, insisting that ongoing security challenges will not derail the project’s delivery. Speaking during the ongoing nationwide media tour of the North East Zone, the Federal Controller of Works in Borno State, Engr. Salihu Adamu, said construction activities are progressing steadily […]
A prominent United States lawmaker has publicly criticized the Nigerian Federal Government’s decision to secure a $9 million international lobbying contract, describing the move as a misallocation of resources given the country’s internal economic challenges. In a sharp critique of the administration’s diplomatic strategy, the lawmaker argued that the investment in high-priced Washington lobbyists is […]
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has officially suspended its nationwide strike after 84 days, following a comprehensive agreement reached with the Federal Government. The industrial action, which began in late 2025, had significantly paralyzed activities in public hospitals across the country, affecting essential services and patient care. The suspension comes after a final round […]
The Federal Government has announced a partial closure of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway for a duration of six weeks to facilitate urgent structural repairs on key bridge components. Starting in February 2026, the construction focus will center on the long-term integrity of the infrastructure, specifically targeting expansion joints and deck reinforcements that have shown signs of […]
The Federal Government has announced a significant policy shift aimed at decentralizing the financial burden of electricity subsidies, revealing a new framework that will require state and local governments to share the cost starting from 2026. The Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Tanimu Yakubu, disclosed this development on Monday in Abuja during […]
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to positioning natural gas as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economic growth, energy security, and social development. Dr Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas) made this known on Friday in Abuja. The minister spoke when the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) officially unveiled its […]
The Federal Government has inspected ongoing and completed federal road projects in Niger, reaffirming its commitment to delivering the projects within stipulated timelines. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the projects inspected included the reconstruction of the Bida–Zungeru–Wushishi Road, being handled by Gerawa, among others. Speaking after the inspection tour, the Federal Controller […]