President Tinubu Submits MTEF to National Assembly, Requests Approval for $2.2 Billion External Loan
In an attempt to bolster Nigeria’s economic framework, President Bola Tinubu has transmitted the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) for 2025 to the National Assembly. This submission is part of the government’s broader strategy to enhance fiscal management and economic stability. Alongside the MTEF, President Tinubu is seeking legislative approval for a fresh external loan […]
NSCDC Intercepts Vandalized Cargo Truck in Abuja, Arrests Five Suspects
The Federal Capital Territory Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has successfully intercepted a truck loaded with vandalized items during a night patrol operation. The incident took place in the early hours of Saturday, November 16, 2024, near the Dei-Dei area of Abuja, leading to the arrest of five suspects. NSCDC FCT […]
Super Eagles lose to Rwanda in final 2025 AFCON Qualifier.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria faced a surprising defeat against Rwanda, losing 2-1 in their final match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The match took place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria, and despite the loss, Nigeria had already secured qualification for the tournament. Samuel Chukwueze opened the […]
Minister of Housing says over 10,000 houses under construction nationwide, committed to reducing Housing deficit
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa has said that the ongoing construction of housing across the country by the federal government has created over 250,000 new jobs. Briefing Newsmen at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the Minister who provided an update on the ministry’s progress in tackling Nigeria’s housing deficit and […]
Eric Odo Appoints Ezeugwu Ogbonna as Senior Special Assistant on Yam and Pepper
Eric Odo, the chairman of Igbo Etiti Local Government Area in Enugu State, has officially appointed Ezeugwu Ogbonna as the Senior Special Assistant on Agriculture, focusing on yam and pepper cultivation. The announcement was made in a letter dated November 1, addressed directly to Ogbonna. The letter stated, “I am pleased to inform you that […]
Ukraine Launches US-Supplied ATACMS Missiles at Bryansk, Marking a Significant Escalation in Conflict
In a notable escalation of the ongoing conflict, Ukraine has reportedly fired US-supplied long-range missiles into Russia’s Bryansk region, following a recent authorization from Washington allowing such strikes. This marks the first instance of Ukraine utilizing the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) against targets within Russia’s internationally recognized territory. The attack occurred early in the […]
Kwankwaso Accuses Lagos Forces of Attempting to Colonize Northern Nigeria
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 elections and former governor of Kano State, has raised concerns that certain forces in Lagos are attempting to colonize Northern Nigeria. He made these allegations during a convocation ceremony at Skyline University in Kano, where he discussed the pressing challenges […]
Four Northern States in Nigeria Push for Alternative Energy Solutions to Combat Power Supply Issues
Plans are underway by four states in Nigeria’s NorthWest Zone to promote the development of alternative energy sources such as solar, wind, biomass, and hydro to address the ongoing challenges of unreliable electricity supply plaguing the region. In a recent development, Ahmad Zailani and Ibrahim Ali, electronic experts from Jigawa, emphasized the need for private […]
Vice-President Shettima Optimistic About Nigeria’s Economic Growth by 2025
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s economy will experience significant growth by 2025. Speaking at a retreat for presidential aides and heads of units in his Abuja office on Saturday, Shettima highlighted recent improvements, including a crude oil production rate of 1.8 million barrels per day. Shettima attributed the positive economic trajectory to […]
Nigeria, India Vow To Boost Economic, Defence, Health, And Food Security Ties
Nigeria and India have reaffirmed their commitment to a robust strategic partnership, pledging to strengthen ties in key areas including economic development, defence, healthcare and food security. Our correspondent, Raliat Adenekan reports this is contained in a joint statement issued on Sunday in Abuja at the conclusion of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state […]
