Tinubu hails Nigerian military at TICAD 9 as Japan pledges $5.5bn support for Africa
President Bola Tinubu has commended Nigeria’s Armed Forces for their resilience in the fight against insurgency and criminality, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to tackling the root causes of insecurity. Speaking…
Wike’s aide denies alleged ₦5bn contract awards, demands proof of claims
Mr. Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed allegations that the Minister awarded…
Presidency slams Daily Trust over ‘exaggerated’ hunger report, reaffirms commitment to economic recovery
The Presidency has criticised Daily Trust newspaper over a recent editorial which it described as “exaggerated, unbalanced, and misleading,” accusing the paper of painting a distorted picture of Nigeria as…
Tinubu directs planting of 100 million oil palm trees, revive cocoa industry — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday revealed that President Bola Tinubu has directed the nationwide cultivation of 100 million oil palm trees and the revival of Nigeria’s cocoa industry. These…
‘Zero tolerance for delayed claims’ – Tinubu signs insurance reform bill into law
President Bola Tinubu has signed the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Bill, 2025 into law — a landmark legislation aimed at transforming the country’s financial services sector and advancing the Federal…
Works minister promises detailed list of projects under Tinubu’s administration
Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, has assured citizens that every region in the country is included in President Bola Tinubu's ambitious infrastructure revolution. Speaking in Abuja after the weekly…
Tinubu to governors: Prioritise citizens’ welfare, tackle poverty, power and agriculture
NEC Endorses Ward-Based Development Strategy, Approves Flood Mitigation Funds President Bola Tinubu has called on state governors to prioritise the welfare of Nigerians, especially at the grassroots, by channelling more…
FG withdraws controversial nurses’ wage circular amid strike threats
The federal government has retracted the controversial circular on nurses’ wages that recently sparked nationwide outrage among healthcare workers and raised fears of an impending strike. Ali Pate, the coordinating…
Tinubu extends Customs Comptroller-General, Adeniyi’s tenure
The Presidency announces that the tenure of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, which is due to expire on August 31, 2025, has been extended…
Kalu withdraws indigeneship bill amid stakeholder concerns
Benjamin Kalu, deputy speaker of the house of representatives, has withdrawn the controversial indigeneship bill that was introduced in the lower legislative chamber. The proposed bill, sponsored by Kalu alongside…