Rivers Assembly resumes plenary following lift of emergency rule
The Rivers State House of Assembly reconvened for a plenary session on Thursday after the emergency rule imposed on the state was lifted. President Bola Tinubu officially ended the emergency…
Umahi: Road projects below ₦20bn now reserved for local contractors
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced that all federal road projects valued at less than ₦20 billion will now be executed exclusively by indigenous contractors. Speaking during an inspection…
FG launches system to tackle ₦3.5trn postharvest losses
The Federal Government has unveiled the Nigeria Postharvest Systems Transformation Programme (NiPHaST), a new initiative designed to build a resilient, efficient, and inclusive system for handling and storing farm produce.…
Tinubu pledges swift action on Nigeria–Colombia bilateral agreements
President Bola Tinubu has assured the Republic of Colombia of Nigeria’s readiness to promptly implement all bilateral agreements reached between the two nations, with a particular focus on aviation, consular,…
Tinubu has been fair to all regions, says FG
The Federal Government has dismissed insinuations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is favouring some parts of the country over others in the distribution of projects and appointments. In a…
Tinubu orders ‘immediate’ ban on raw shea nut export to boost local industry, generate $300m
President Bola Tinubu has ordered an immediate six-month ban on the export of raw shea nuts, in a bold move to curb informal trade, boost local processing, and unlock the…
Air Peace to connect Lagos and São Paulo as Tinubu, Lula strengthen ties
Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, will soon commence direct flights from Lagos to São Paulo, following an agreement reached during President Bola Tinubu’s State Visit to Brazil. At a joint…
Tinubu secures Petrobras’ return, signs five strategic MoUs with Brazil to unlock $2bn trade potential
President Bola Tinubu on Monday welcomed the imminent return of Petrobras to Nigeria, five years after Brazil’s state-owned oil company halted its joint venture operations. Speaking at a joint press…
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…