The Anambra State Government has announced a comprehensive structural safety inspection of commercial buildings in Oko and Amaokpala following the collapse of a three-storey building in Amaokpala, an incident that has renewed concerns over compliance with building regulations in the state. Authorities say the exercise will focus on identifying unsafe structures, particularly those used as […]
Nigeria’s security challenges have once again taken center stage as the Northern Senators Forum (NSF) publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s decision to expand the Nigerian Army by creating additional divisions and recruiting thousands of new personnel. While welcoming the initiative as a major step toward strengthening national security, the lawmakers emphasized that increasing troop numbers […]
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Relations between Nigeria and South Africa have entered a new phase of diplomatic strain after President Bola Tinubu reportedly declined to receive a special envoy sent by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, amid renewed outrage over the treatment of Nigerians living in South Africa. The decision comes as Nigerian authorities continue to express concern over […]
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ABUJA, Nigeria — The Federal Government has indicated that members of Nigeria’s Armed Forces could receive another salary increase in the near future, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expected to make an official announcement after ongoing welfare reviews for military personnel. The development was disclosed by the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, during a […]
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ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s House of Representatives has intensified its investigation into the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) after the Accountant-General of the Federation disclosed that a forged document allegedly bearing the authority of the State House was used to initiate official government processes for the organization. The latest development came during a […]
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Minna, Niger State — The Niger State Government has intensified efforts to tackle insecurity with the launch of a 218-member Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and the deployment of 12 newly commissioned police operational vehicles aimed at improving security operations across the state. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago unveiled the new security initiative during a ceremony […]
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Motorists and businesses across Nigeria are facing another increase in the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, following fresh price adjustments by refiners, depot operators, marketers, and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. The latest increase has pushed petrol prices in several parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and […]
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The Abia State Government has announced a tougher approach to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes, with Governor Alex Otti warning that uncompleted buildings found to be used as criminal hideouts will face demolition. Speaking during his monthly media briefing on Thursday, the governor said the administration has intensified security surveillance across the state, particularly […]
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Nigeria’s leading civic technology and public finance advocacy group, BudgIt Foundation, has called on the Federal Government to strengthen transparency by making key public finance data readily accessible, arguing that public confidence can only be restored through verifiable records rather than official statements. The call comes amid growing public debate surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention […]
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Akwete, Abia State — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has renewed calls for greater public support for locally produced textiles, saying increased patronage of indigenous fabrics could stimulate industrial growth, expand employment opportunities, and strengthen the country’s manufacturing sector. Speaking during a visit to the renowned Akwete weaving community in Abia State on Tuesday, […]
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The Edo State Government has suspended two senior officials connected to the state’s livestock sector, signaling what appears to be an administrative review of the implementation of a major livestock development programme. Governor Monday Okpebholo approved the suspension of the Commissioner for Livestock Development, Prof. Omorodion Ignatius Ikponmwosa, alongside the Edo State Project Coordinator of […]
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on African leaders to adopt a unified stance against recurring attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa, arguing that collective silence could embolden xenophobia across the continent. The appeal was delivered on his behalf by Vice President Kashim Shettima during the 69th Ordinary Session of the […]
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Sowore Reacts as Spain Lifts Second FIFA World Cup Title African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has used Spain’s triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a political metaphor, declaring that the result reflects the confidence he has in defeating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election. The former presidential […]
