FG declares public holidays
The Federal Government has declared tomorrow Tuesday, April 9 and Wednesday, April 10, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Muslim Ummah for the successful completion of the fasting. Tunji-Ojo called on Muslim Ummmah to imbibe […]
Nigerian Police says no arrest for Cross Dressers
The Nigerian Police has clarified that there is no provision of the law which empowers the police to “arrest Cross Dressers in the society.” Spokesman of the Nigerian Police Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi who stated this in an interview on Channels TV, as monitored by our correspondent, also highlighted some police operations across the country […]
Federal Government increases Electricity Tariff for “Band A” Customers
The Federal Government has jacked up the electricity tariff for Band A customers. Band A are those who enjoy electricity supply for 20 hours per day, representing 15 per cent of the 12 million electricity customers in the country. At a press briefing in Abuja yesterday, the Vice Chairman of the NERC, Musliu Oseni, said […]
Military declares Eight Wanted over murder of Soldiers
The Military High Command has taken decisive action in response to the tragic killing of seventeen soldiers in Okuoama, Delta State, by declaring eight individuals wanted in connection with the heinous crime. Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, underscored the military’s commitment to apprehending the perpetrators and ensuring justice is served. Gen. […]
FG to carry out a census of all schools in the country
The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has said the Federal Government would carry out a census of all schools in the country. Speaking yesterday at a two-day capacity-building workshop for desk officers in the ministry, its departments, and agencies, Mamman said the data from the census would assist in tackling the challenges facing the […]
Federal Government names nine persons, six BDC operators financing terrorism
The Federal Government has reportedly listed Kaduna-based publisher, Tukur Mamu, and 14 others as terrorism financiers. The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit reportedly listed the identity of the 15 entities, including nine individuals and six Bureau De Change (BDC) operators and firms, according to reports. The Punch newspaper reports that the NFIU documents showed that the […]
President Tinubu gives military ‘full authority’ to bring soldiers’ killers to justice
President Bola Tinubu has condemned the killing of military personnel in Delta State, saying the perpetrators, whom he described as “cowardly” must not go unpunished. The military personnel including a commanding officer, two majors, one captain, and twelve soldiers plus a civilian were gruesomely murdered in the Okuama community of Ughelli South Local Government Area […]
Federal Government begins vocational training for inmates
The Federal Government has commenced vocational training to empower inmates in Nigeria’s 241 correctional facilities and prepare them for life after incarceration. Senior Special Adviser to the President on Technical, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Education, Abiola Arogundade, who disclosed this yesterday, noted that only 500 inmates from each facility will be considered after the official take-off […]
Nigeria Opens Land, Air Borders With Niger Republic
President Tinubu has directed the opening of Nigeria’s land and air borders with the Republic of Niger and the immediate lifting of other sanctions against the country. In a statement yesterday, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale said the presidential directive complies with decisions of the Economic Community of West […]
FG secures $1.3b for a railway completion
the Federal Government has secured $1.3 billion in funding to complete a railway project connecting Kano, the largest city in the north, to Maradi in neighbouring Niger. The Ministry of Transport said 85% of the Funding will come from a consortium led by the China Civil Engineering Construction Company (CCECC), while the remaining 15% will […]
