If the FG should grow the economy at 8%, Nigerians can take of themselves-The Discourse
A popular advocacy program otherwise known as The Discourse on radio station, Classic 97.3 FM, has advocated that “if the government should grow the economy at 8%” – Nigerians will take care of themselves. The Special Live event held in Lagos with the economy in focus, featured captains of industries in Nigeria. The guest Speaker, […]
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 […]
FG commence plans to evacuate Nigerians taking refuge in neighboring countries
The Federal Government says plans are underway to evacuate Nigerians taking refuge inneighbouring Cameroon, Chad, and Niger Republic, back to the country. The Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants andInternally Displaced Persons, Ahmed Tijjani, made this known yesterday, in Maiduguri aftera meeting with Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno. Tijjani disclosed further that […]
The Federal Government has asked the Supreme Court to grant “an extension of time” for old naira notes to remain in circulation as a legal tender
The government also wants the court to lift its March 3 order – which instructed that theold naira notes should remain alongside the new notes till December 31. In the fresh application by the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi,the Federal Government further explained that should the Supreme Court decline itsrequest to extend the period […]
The Federal Government has declared a state of emergency in Nigeria’s health sector
The Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Muhammed Ali Pate said thenation’s health facilities are in bad shape, adding that there is a need for an urgentintervention.He made the declaration at the 64th National Council on Health being held in Ekiti,where salient issues around the health sector are up for discussion.
