FG says it working at achieving 77% increase on its internally generated revenue

 The Federal Government says it is working at achieving 77 percent increase on its internally generated revenue to enable it develop the economy, as well as fund critical infrastructure across the country. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun who accompanied David Umahi, the Works Minister, made the assertion during an […]

Federal Government inaugurates tripartite committee on New National Minimum wage

The Federal Government has inaugurated a 37-member tripartite Committee to recommend a “new national minimum wage” for Nigerian workers. Vice President Kashim Shettima who represented President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration ceremony held yesterday at the Presidential Villa, urged the committee to surpass the basic social protection plan for workers – as the current national […]

Federal Government says Nigeria Open for Engagement with Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger

The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed sadness over the pronouncement by the Military authority in the Republic of Niger indicating that the Republics of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have withdrawn membership of their countries from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). In a statement on Monday, a spokesperson for the Ministry […]

FG sets timeline to complete Abuja-Kaduna Road; puts monthly target

The Federal Government has extended completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano dual carriageway by 24 months, with a target of 15 kilometres monthly completion. The Minister who disclosed this during an inspection tour of the Abuja-Kaduna section of the road, accompanied by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Economy, Wale Edun, said it will take another 2years […]

Federal Government warns Nigerians against outbreak of meningitis

The Federal government has warned Nigerians about the increased risk of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) during the dry season, characterized by dust, winds, and cold nights, saying that in 2023, 190 lives were lost to this disease. It said the warning becomes important as the weather condition brings with it frequent upper respiratory tract infections that […]

Federal Government Unveils Automated Passport Application Portal

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has launched the automated passport application process to expedite passport acquisition for Nigerians. The NIS in a statement said the launch followed a live demonstration session hosted by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, unveiling the functionality of the new system to stakeholders from across the country on Saturday in […]

Federal Government extends free train rides till January 7

The Federal Government has extended the free rides for commuters on all train services to Sunday, January 7, 2024. The Nigerian Railway Corporation had announced the commencement of the free train ride on Thursday, December 21, 2023 for all its passenger services, following the directive of President Bola Tinubu. The announcement indicated that the free […]

Federal Government to Suspend Degree Certificates From more African countries

Following the SUSPENSION of “accreditation and evaluation” of degree certificates from Benin Republic and Togo, the Federal Government said the sanction would be extended to more countries like Uganda, Kenya and Niger Republic. The development was confirmed by Education Minister, Tahir Mamman during an interview on Wednesday. An undercover journalist had detailed how he acquired […]

Federal Government approves humanitarian support for victims of Plateau killings

The Federal Government has approved the activation of immediate humanitarian response and support to the victims of the Christmas Eve Plateau massacre. Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu who disclosed this in a statement, described the ugly incident as senseless, and inhumane. While she condoles with the government and people of […]