A major urban development is set to begin in Nigeria’s capital. President Bola Tinubu will unveil the N2.4 trillion Abuja City Walk project on Thursday as the government pushes ahead with infrastructure expansion. ABUJA, FCT — President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to unveil the N2.4 trillion Abuja City Walk project on Thursday, marking the official…
The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Edo State has set an ambitious target ahead of the 2027 general election. Party leaders say their recent local government election success has strengthened their confidence. BENIN CITY, EDO STATE — The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Edo State has said it is working towards delivering 2.5 million votes…
Fresh political controversy has emerged over claims involving the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The African Democratic Congress is demanding legal action after the electoral body rejected the allegations. ABUJA, FCT — The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has called for the prosecution of Nafiu Gombe over claims that candidates had been uploaded to the Independent…
Delta State has recorded a major revenue milestone. The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission says the achievement reflects the state’s push to expand its economic base. ASABA, DELTA STATE — Delta State has recorded ₦200 billion in Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, as the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC, commended the state’s economic…
The National Assembly has taken a fresh step in Nigeria’s push for policing reforms. The House of Representatives has withdrawn its state police bill to consider President Bola Tinubu’s proposal. ABUJA, FCT — The House of Representatives has withdrawn its state police bill to allow lawmakers consider President Bola Tinubu’s proposal on the establishment of…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for a fresh investigation involving a senior Presidency official. The demand follows new corruption allegations against Femi Gbajabiamila, President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff. ABUJA, FCT — Atiku Abubakar has called for an independent investigation into fresh corruption allegations involving Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to President…
Fresh disagreement has emerged over the Oyo school abduction. The Presidency has rejected Governor Seyi Makinde’s call for a United Nations-led investigation, triggering widespread reactions across Nigeria. ABUJA, FCT — The Presidency has dismissed Governor Seyi Makinde’s proposal for a United Nations-led investigation into the Oyo school abduction, describing the suggestion as unnecessary and politically…
Ekiti State is moving to strengthen its public education system. Governor Biodun Oyebanji has approved the recruitment of new primary school teachers to address staffing shortages across the state. ADO-EKITI, EKITI STATE — Governor Biodun Oyebanji has approved the recruitment of primary school teachers in Ekiti State as part of efforts to improve the quality…
The Federal Government has launched a nationwide skills training programme for 18,000 artisans and unemployed youths with vocational training and starter packs.
Nigeria and the United States are strengthening security ties. Nuhu Ribadu met senior US official Frank Garcia in Abuja to review ongoing cooperation and discuss new areas of collaboration. ABUJA, FCT — National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu has met with Frank Garcia, the United States Assistant Secretary, to strengthen security cooperation between Nigeria and the…
