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Governors Support State Police Amid Concerns, Call for Safeguards and Additional Conditions
Nigerian governors are backing the establishment of state police while emphasizing the need for safeguards and additional conditions. They also recommit to ongoing power sector reforms and advocate for special courts to address kidnapping issues.
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NEC Allocates N83.2 Billion to Address Flooding and Climate Emergencies
The National Economic Council has allocated N83.2 billion to tackle flooding and climate emergencies in Nigeria. Vice President Shettima encourages state governments to collaborate with the federal government to overcome logistical challenges affecting agricultural production.
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Government Launches Five-Year National Regional Development Policy to Direct Future Initiatives
The Nigerian government has launched a five-year National Regional Development Policy to enhance development planning across the six geopolitical zones. This initiative aims to direct future initiatives and strengthen regional growth.
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AFNIS Secures $600 Million in Investments Over Four Years, Alake Calls for Halt on Raw Exports
The African Network for Investment and Trade (AFNIS) has secured $600 million in investments over four years. Minister Dr. Dele Alake advocates for African nations to prioritize value addition over raw mineral exports.
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First Abu Dhabi Bank Recognized for $626 Million Murabaha Deal for Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
First Abu Dhabi Bank has been recognized for its $626 million Murabaha deal aimed at financing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. This initiative is expected to enhance regional integration and economic resilience in Africa.
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NILDS and UNIBEN Introduce New PhD Programs in Law and Governance
NILDS and UNIBEN have launched new PhD programs in Law and Governance to enhance research and policy development. This partnership aims to strengthen democratic governance in Nigeria.
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NGX Launches Updated Trading Structure for Stock Price Fluctuations
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has introduced a new pricing methodology for listed stocks. This updated trading structure features a graduated, three-tier volume system aimed at managing stock price fluctuations.
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LCCI identifies funding, access, technology, and policy issues in Nigeria's education system
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry has highlighted critical issues in Nigeria's education system, including funding and technology. They urge the private sector to invest in educational infrastructure to address these challenges.
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TETFUND Chief Echono Offers Insights on Selecting University Leaders for PhD Programs
Dr. Sonny Echono emphasizes the importance of merit-based selection for university leaders overseeing PhD programs. He made these remarks during the launch of the Abuja Leadership Centre Lecture Series.
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Africa Social Impact Summit Secures $1 billion in Investments, Aims for $500 million More
The Africa Social Impact Summit has successfully secured over $1 billion in investments since its launch. Organizers are now targeting an additional $500 million to further enhance their initiatives.
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COREN Introduces Major Reforms to Enhance Engineering Regulation and Public Safety
COREN has launched significant reforms aimed at improving engineering regulation and ensuring public safety. These reforms include the establishment of a disciplinary tribunal and reporting fraudulent certificates to anti-graft agencies.
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Oil prices fall to their lowest level since the US-Iran conflict
•As cease fire deal eases supply fears By Yinka Kolawole, with agency report Oil prices fell sharply on Thursday, dropping to their lowest levels since the outbreak of the US-Iran conflict, as an interim agreement between the United States and Iran improved prospe...
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US removes blockade on Iranian ports as agreement takes effect amid Middle East conflict
lWhy I okayed deal despite having different view — Iran’s supreme leader By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report United States yesterday said it has lifted its blockade on Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz, after both countries signed the initial peace deal aimed ending t...
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Barau Calls for Reevaluation of N56 Billion Kano-Dayi Road Project Due to Delays
Senator Jibrin Barau has urged the Federal Ministry of Works to reevaluate the N56 billion Kano-Dayi road project due to significant delays. He emphasized the importance of this strategic corridor for regional connectivity.
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Oborevwori Calls on Stakeholders at Delta Security Summit to Address Insecurity
Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori urged stakeholders to unite in addressing insecurity at the Delta Security Summit. He emphasized the importance of collective action and intelligence sharing in tackling these challenges.
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Tension rises as 37 candidates compete for seven positions in Ekiti, Enugu, Rivers, Kano and more
WITH conclusion of campaigns by parties and candidates, and distribution of sensitive election materials by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, the stage is set for tomorrow's off-cycle governorship poll in Ekiti State; The post Anxiety as 37 candidates batt...
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PenCom to Register 9 Million NURTW Employees in Personal Pension Scheme
Ebere Nwoji The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has disclosed that it plans to enroll 9 million transport workers under the National Union of Road Transport Workers( NURTW) into the Personal
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DSS Opposes Foreign Funding for Security Operations and Supports Trust Fund Legislation
Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja Department of State Services (DSS) has rejected the funding of security operations in Nigeria by foreign entities. DSS made this known yesterday in Abuja, at the
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Government Establishes Presidential Task Force to Avert Potential Ebola Outbreak
• Gbajabiamila: we mustn’t be caught off guard •NCDC declares no Ebola case recorded, sensitises states and border agencies Deji Elumoye in Abuja In a move to prevent the outbreak
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Thirteen African ambassadors and GECF Secretary-General greet former INEC Chair Yakubu in Doha
Olawale Ajimotokan and Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja Former Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has formally assumed duty as Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
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UN reports 950 activists, journalists, and union members killed or missing in 2025
United Nations, has said that preliminary data indicates that no fewer than 950 human rights defenders, journalists and trade unionists were killed or forcibly disappeared worldwide in 2025. The post 950 rights activists, journalists, unionists killed, disappeared in 2025 — UN...
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Nigeria Restates Its Commitment to the UN Charter Before the 81st General Assembly
• Rally global support for peace as IGP honours fallen peacekeepers Michael Olugbode in Abuja Nigeria has renewed its commitment to the principles and objectives of the United Nations Charter,
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Mark and Aregbesola Headline ADC's Final Campaign Event Before Ekiti Governorship Election
• Say time has come for Ekiti to elect choice governor •IPC, CEMESO, Yiaga Africa raise integrity alert, demand professional media coverage, credible election Chuks Okocha in Abuja and Gbenga
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ADC Criticizes APC for Celebrating Housing for Judges
• Says project undermines judicial independence Chuks Okocha in Abuja African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the governing All Progressives Congress (APC) for celebrating the commissioning of residential quarters for
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Nigeria Clarifies Ethiopia Prisoner Transfer Agreement and Dismisses Viral Inmate List Claims
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The federal government has defended its recent agreement with Ethiopia on the transfer of sentenced persons, saying the deal is aimed at allowing Nigerian inmates serving
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Tinubu: No Nigerian Must Endure Hardship Due to Development Initiatives
Olawale Ajimotokan and Sunday Aborisade in Abuja President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, declared that no Nigerian should be made to suffer as a consequence of national development projects, stressing that communities
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Agencies TCN, ONSA, and NSCDC Join Forces to Combat Power Infrastructure Vandalism
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the nation’s critical electricity transmission infrastructure through enhanced collaboration with the Office of the
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OPEC oil production boost linked to enhanced pipeline security, according to PINL
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt Indigenous pipeline security firm, Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), has attributed the rise in Nigeria’s crude oil production as well as the recent surpassing of
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ITFC Enhances Trade Finance and Regional Collaboration to Boost Private Sector Development
• Signs agreements with The Gambia, Tajikistan, IFC Sunday Okobi in Baku, Azerbaijan One of the members of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC),
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