The federal government announced on Thursday that it will begin disbursing N150 billion in loans to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and manufacturers by the end of July 2024. The allocation of the fund will see N75 billion dedicated to MSMEs and another N75 billion to the manufacturing sector. Additionally, 60 percent of the…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight new Federal Permanent Secretaries to address existing and upcoming vacancies in the Civil Service across various states and geo-political zones. The newly appointed Permanent Secretaries are Dr. Emanso Umobong Okop from Akwa Ibom, Obi Emeka Vitalis from Anambra, Mahmood Fatima Sugra Tabi’a from Bauchi, and Danjuma…
President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned the immediate implementation of the National Construction and Household Support Programme, covering all geo-political zones in Nigeria. A statement released emphasized that the initiative aims to enhance agricultural productivity, bolster the economy by creating opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, and construction, and provide urgent economic relief for Nigerians. The programme prioritizes…
On Thursday, the Senate extended the implementation of the 2023 supplementary budget from June 30 to December 31, 2024. In a swift move, the upper chamber suspended its rules and passed the extension bill in a matter of minutes. Prior to passing the bill, the Senate held a closed-door session for two hours. In December…
Bolivian authorities have arrested General Juan José Zúñiga, a key figure in an attempted coup, just hours after soldiers stormed the presidential palace in La Paz. Gen. Zúñiga was removed from his position on Tuesday following his incendiary remarks about Bolivia’s former president, Evo Morales. The rebel leader declared his intention to “restructure democracy” and,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has voiced his support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in its fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. The President delivered his message in Abuja during the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, emphasizing the theme, “The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention.” He urged…
Labour Party (LP) Presidential candidate Peter Obi has appealed for calm after the party’s headquarters was invaded by the National Transition Committee. This committee, led by former Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President Abdulwaheed Omar, took action on Tuesday following the annulment of the re-election of LP National Chairman Julius Abure and the National Working Committee…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Olatunji Bello as the new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice-Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), pending Senate confirmation. The announcement was made in a statement by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. Mr. Bello is an accomplished administrator,…
The Federal Government has clarified that the Murtala Muhammed Expressway in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has not been renamed as Wole Soyinka Way. In a statement issued by his media aide, Mr. Rabiu Ibrahim, on Monday in Abuja, Minister of Information and National Orientation Alhaji Mohammed Idris confirmed that such a renaming had never…
Leaders from the southern region have called on President Bola Tinubu to disregard political detractors aiming to hinder the efforts of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. In a press briefing in Abuja, representatives of the Citizens Network for Peace and Development in Nigeria (CNPDN) praised President Tinubu’s decision to appoint Wike as FCT…
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum, has urged Nigerians to pray for President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and other leaders as they address the nation’s challenges. Governor Zulum made this appeal on Sunday while speaking to Borno pilgrims in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. He emphasized the importance of intensified prayers for peace in Nigeria,…
A Federal High Court in Kano has mandated the Kano State Government to compensate the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Bayero, with N10 million for violating his fundamental human rights. The court found that the Kano Governor’s order for the Emir’s arrest was unlawful, resulting in the Emir being placed under house arrest and infringing…
Justice Liman Mohammed of the Federal High Court in Kano State has affirmed the right of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, to be heard. The ruling comes in response to a case filed by kingmaker Aminu Baba Dan Agundi, addressing fundamental human rights within the broader power struggle in the Kano emirate….
The Senate has approved the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Supplementary Appropriation Bill for 2024, amounting to N98.5 billion. The bill was passed following the review of a report by the Senate Committee on FCT during a plenary session. Senator Osita Ngwu (PDP-Enugu West), Vice Chairman of the Committee, presented the report on behalf of the…
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has announced a minor reshuffle of his cabinet. The changes involve four commissioners, aimed at optimizing the administration’s performance, according to Governor Fintiri. In the reshuffle, Mrs. Neido Geoffrey Kufulto, formerly Commissioner for Information, has been appointed Commissioner for Women Affairs. A statement released on Monday by the governor’s…
The House of Representatives has introduced bills proposing a single six-year term for the President, state governors, and local government chairpersons. The bills, co-sponsored by over thirty members identified as Reformed Minded Lawmakers, also advocate for holding all elections, including those in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on the same day. During a briefing at…
President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned the terms of reference for the newly established Office of the Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action (SPEC). A statement indicated that this approval aims to clarify the office’s functions within the climate and green economy framework. SPEC will serve as the primary negotiator on climate-related issues for the Federal…
Emeka Martins Chinedu, representing Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte Federal Constituency in Imo State, has called for immediate and concerted efforts to address the severe erosion issues plaguing the Southeast region of Nigeria. Chinedu, who sponsored a bill to establish the South East Erosion Control Commission, stressed the urgent need for deliberate measures to combat the erosion that…
President Bola Tinubu has urged international development financiers to view Africa as a hub for growth and prosperity. This call to action was made during a meeting with a delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, led by Managing Director Makhtar Diop. President Tinubu emphasized the need for global…
President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on his recent parliamentary election victory. In a statement, President Tinubu described the election outcome as a strong endorsement of Prime Minister Modi’s exceptional leadership of the world’s largest democracy. President Tinubu also reassured the Indian populace of Nigeria’s commitment to bolstering…
The Benue Diaspora Vanguard (BDV) has condemned the recent attacks on the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, attributing the smear campaign to expelled members and fraudulent elements within certain quarters of the state. In a statement signed by BDV President Titus Hwande and Secretary General Audu Oche, the group…
Speakers at a democracy forum have called for greater involvement of Nigerian youths in politics to advance national development. This call was made at an event in Abuja organized by the non-governmental organization Gatefield, themed “Threats to Nigeria’s Democracy: How Not to Run a Country.” Anthony Ubani, Executive Director of Fix Politics, and Senior Advocate…
The family of Senator Abu Ibrahim has refuted circulating rumors claiming the elder statesman, who served as the representative for Katsina South Senatorial District in the Senate, has passed away. In a statement released on Sunday by Muhammad Abu Ibrahim on behalf of the family, it was clarified that the rumors, which began circulating on…
President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to restart the conditional cash transfer program, which was previously suspended. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, made this announcement during a ministerial sectoral briefing marking the first year of President Tinubu’s administration in Abuja. Edun stated that the program will deliver direct…
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has urged Nigerians to back President Bola Tinubu’s administration to ensure its success in building a stronger Nigeria. In a statement signed by Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the former President, Buhari extended his best wishes to President Tinubu on completing his first year in office. Buhari called on…
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday morning, departed Lagos for Abuja after a three-day working visit, to begin another round of inauguration ahead of the commemoration of his one year in office. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos State, and other dignitaries were on hand to see him off. The president was transported in a Nigerian…
The Senate has reinstated Abdul Ahmed Ningi, who was suspended on March 12, 2024. The reinstatement followed a motion moved by Deputy Minority Leader Sen. Abba Moro, who expressed regret on behalf of the suspended senator. Senator Ningi had been suspended over allegations of padding the 2024 budget by N3.7 trillion. As chairman of the…
A court in Thailand has sentenced Chonthicha Jaengraew, a musician, activist, and lawmaker from the Move Forward Party (MFP), to two years in prison for insulting the monarchy. Chonthicha was found guilty by the Thanyaburi Court, located north of Bangkok, for violating Thailand’s strict lese-majeste laws following an anti-government protest speech she made in 2021….
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has set May 29 as the trial date for Bello Bodejo, the detained leader of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore. The trial date was scheduled following the court’s denial of Bodejo’s bail application. Bodejo was apprehended by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) on charges of…
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has expressed profound sadness at the passing of Mr. Isa Dogonyaro, a committed member of the House of Representatives. In an official statement, NACA Director General Dr. Temitope Ilori described Mr. Dogonyaro’s death as a significant loss for the agency, the nation, and the Babura/Garki Federal…
The Kano State Government has publicly apologized to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, following accusations of his involvement in the ongoing emirate council crisis. Deputy Governor Alhaji Abdulsalam Gwarzo extended the apology on behalf of the state during a press briefing at the Kano Government House. The crisis erupted following the Kano State…
