Osun Govt Refutes Monarch’s Claims, Defends Decision

Osogbo, Nigeria  —  The Osun State Government has dismissed allegations of bias and illegality made by the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, accusing the monarch of misrepresenting facts and politicizing the issue of kingship succession. The statement, issued on Saturday by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr. Dosu Babatunde, clarified that Governor Ademola Adeleke…

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FEC Approves ₦242bn for 14 Road Projects across Nigeria.

Abuja, Nigeria  —   The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved ₦242.68 billion for the construction, rehabilitation, and rescoping of 14 critical road projects nationwide. The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents, listing key roads targeted for development. Among them are Agaie-Katcha-Baro Road in Niger State, Odukpani Junction in…

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FG Allocates N3.57bn for Third Mainland, Carter Bridge check

Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has earmarked N3.57 billion for a structural investigation into the deteriorating conditions of the Third Mainland Bridge and Carter Bridge in Lagos. The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, disclosed that prior evaluations in 2009 and 2013 highlighted structural weaknesses, necessitating a comprehensive study of submerged infrastructure to prevent…

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Telecom Operators Justify 50% Tariff Increase

Lagos, Nigeria  —  Major telecom operators in Nigeria have defended the recent 50% tariff hike, emphasizing its necessity for the sustainability of the industry amid rising economic challenges. The justification was made by the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) during a town hall meeting in Lagos, where key stakeholders, including telecom executives,…

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Governor Buni Assumes Head, Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum  

Maiduguri, Nigeria —  Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has been unanimously appointed as the new Chairman of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum, signaling a pivotal shift in leadership aimed at advancing regional development and security. Buni succeeded Governor Ildjima Abdraman of Hadjer Lamis Province, Chad Republic, during the Forum’s 5th session, held…

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Telecom Union Supports Hike, Appeals to Reconsider Protest

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The leadership of the telecommunications workers’ union has called on the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to reconsider its planned nationwide protest against the federal government’s 50 percent increase in telecom service tariffs. In an official letter addressed to the NLC President and the National Administrative Council, the union’s General Secretary, Comrade Okonu…

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Speaker to Engage Tinubu on Population Census  

Abuja, Nigeria — The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s prolonged delay in conducting a national population census, stressing the importance of accurate population data for national development. Speaking during a courtesy visit from the National Population Commission (NPC) board and management in Abuja, Dr. Abbas affirmed…

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NUJ FCT Applauds Wike, Calls for Urgent Economic Reforms  

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has commended FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for his achievements in infrastructure while urging immediate economic reforms to tackle pressing challenges faced by residents. The commendation and recommendations were contained in a communiqué issued following the Council’s first Congress of the year,…

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Abuja Second Runway Project Faces Delays Amid Cost surge

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The proposed second runway project at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport has been stalled due to an alarming surge in costs, raising concerns over transparency and accountability.  The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, revealed during the ministry’s 2025 budget defense at the National Assembly that the project’s cost had…

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ICPC, NYSC Partners to Combat Corruption in Osun schools 

Edited and compiled by Akande Ibrahim Remilekun The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State    Osogbo, Nigeria —  The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Anti-Corruption Community Development Service (CDS) Group have launched an initiative aimed at tackling corruption through youth engagement in Osun State. The collaboration…

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The organised labour will on Monday (today) commence nationwide protests over the electricity tariff hike and removal of subsidy from the power sector by the Federal Government.

 NLC Rejects 50% Telecom Hike, Threatens Nationwide Boycott 

Abuja, Nigeria —  The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly criticized the federal government’s approval of a 50% increase in telecommunication tariffs, describing it as an oppressive measure that burdens Nigerian workers and citizens.  In a statement issued yesterday by NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, the union denounced the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)’s decision as…

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Minister seeks Girl Child Empowerment Through Education

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has called for strengthened collaboration with the Ministry of Education to intensify efforts toward empowering the girl child in Nigeria. Hajiya Sulaiman-Ibrahim emphasized that education is a cornerstone for sustainable development, poverty alleviation, and long-term economic growth. She highlighted that investing in the education…

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NATCOMS Rejects NCC’s 50% Tariff Increase  

Abuja, Nigeria —   The National Association of Telecoms Subscribers (NATCOMS) has firmly opposed the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) decision to approve a 50% tariff hike for telecom operators. The approval was announced on Monday following requests by the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) and the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON)…

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Nigeria Leads Africa in Data Protection – Minister

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The Minister of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Mr. Bosun Tijani, has declared Nigeria a global leader in data protection and digital innovation. Speaking at the launch of the National Data Protection Commission’s (NDPC) first certification program in Abuja, Tijani highlighted Nigeria’s exceptional strides in data security frameworks, noting that the country…

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Osun Govt to Empower 700 Youths Through Creative Seminar

Osogbo, Osun State  —  In a bid to bolster economic development, the Osun State Government has registered 700 youths for its inaugural creative seminar aimed at unlocking the potential of the state’s creative economy. The announcement was made yesterday by Mr. Bamikole Omisore, Special Adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), during…

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Tax Reform Bills: ASUU Urges Tinubu to Save TETFund  

Lagos, Nigeria—  The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Lagos Zone, has cautioned the Federal Government against replacing the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) with the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFund), arguing that both serve distinct purposes crucial to Nigeria’s education sector. Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos, Zonal Coordinator Prof. Adelaja Odukoya highlighted…

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NPC Advocates Increased Funding, Defends 2025 Budget

Abuja, Nigeria —  The National Population Commission (NPC) has made an urgent appeal for increased funding to bolster its operations and ensure the successful conduct of Nigeria’s forthcoming population and housing census.   Budget Presentation at National Assembly Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, the NPC chairman, led the commission’s delegation to the House of Representatives Committee…

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Kwara Agency Registers 270,000 Residents, Employs 300 Youth

Ilorin, Nigeria —  The Kwara State Residents Registration Agency (KWASRRA) has employed 300 youths and registered over 270,000 residents as part of its efforts to improve service delivery across the state. Speaking during an inter-ministerial press briefing organized by the State Ministry of Communications in Ilorin, KWASRRA’s Acting General Manager, Mr. Tajudeen Jimoh, announced the…

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