House Of Reps Begin Probe Of N1.06TRN NG-Cares Social Intervention
The House of Representatives Committee on NG-CARES has begun investigation into the implementation of the $696 million (N1.06trillion) Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) social intervention program of the federal government. Chairman of the committee, Hon. Abubakar Kusada, who disclosed this at a briefing in Abuja said the investigation became imminent since […]
Military Denies Bello Turji’s Surrender, Says Manhunt Continues
Following reports that Bello Turji, a bandit leader, surrendered his arms and released 32 kidnap victims following a peace initiative brokered by Islamic clerics in Zamfara State, the military high command has dismissed the claims, stating that operations to apprehend the notorious bandit leader is still ongoing. Turji, a wanted bandit leader operating mainly in […]
Education Minister Pledges Nationwide CBT Access, Moves to End Exam Malpractices
The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, has assured that the Federal Government is committed to making Computer-Based Testing (CBT) accessible to candidates in all parts of Nigeria as part of sweeping reforms to tackle examination malpractices. Speaking in a exclusive interview with our correspondent, Raliat Adenekan in Abuja on the recent technical glitches […]
Finance Minister Says Economy on Track for $1 Trillion GDP by 2030
The Minister of Finance, Adebayo Olawale Edun, has assured Nigerians that the federal government’s economic reforms have positioned the country to attract more investment, create jobs, and reduce poverty. Speaking after the Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja, Edun stated that President Bola Tinubu’s administration remains focused on achieving a $1 trillion economy by 2030, […]
Nigeria envisages production of 10million tonnes of liquid steel by 2030
By Raliat Adenekan President Bola Tinubu has assured that by 2030, Nigeria will start producing 10 million tonnes of liquid steel. President Tinubu, represented by the Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who made this known on Wednesday at the Inaugural Stakeholders Summit on the Development of the Steel Sector in Nigeria, in Abuja, urged the private sector to collaborate with […]
FEC directs MDAs to forward lists of all projects to BPP for scrutiny.
…Approves ₦142 billion for the construction of modern bus terminals nationwide. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday directed ministers to submit comprehensive lists of projects in the Agencies and parastatals under their supervision to the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) for scrutiny and analysis, with the results to be transmitted to the President. The Minister of […]
FEC imposes 7-year ban on establishment of new federal tertiary institutions
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu, today (Wednesday) has approved a 7-year ban immediately on the establishment of new federal tertiary educational institutions across the country. Briefing state house Correspondents after FEC meeting in Abuja, the Minister of education, Tunji Alausa, revealed that the moratorium covers universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, […]
NHRC calls for immediate Overhaul of Aviation Protocols to Safeguard Human Rights
Following the alleged torture, inhuman and degrading treatment of Ms. Comfort Emmanson during a recent incident aboard an Ibom Air flight, alongside other similar incidents recorded lately, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for a comprehensive review of aviation protocols to ensure full compliance with human rights standards. Briefing newsmen today in Abuja, the NHRC […]
FG Boosts NDLEA Operations with 48 New Vehicles
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the war against illicit drugs with the commissioning of 48 operational vehicles for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in order to enhance the agency’s mobility and operational capacity nationwide. Commissioning the vehicles at the NDLEA headquarters today in Abuja, on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the […]
Gov Soludo Praises President Tinubu’s Leadership, Highlights Anambra’s Security Approach
Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has expressed support for President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, citing his bold steps in economic reforms and structural changes. Governor Soludo who made the remarks after a private meeting with President Tinubu on Tuesday in Abuja, described the President as being in high spirits, hale and hearty, stressing the need for progressives to […]
