FG unveils historical exhibition to celebrate nationâs independence
Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has restated the role of arts in the promotion of national unity. He
Labour under attack
⢠Labour compromise that got citizens angry ⢠Wins 113 buses for mass transit in major cities ⢠You betrayed
Fed Govt shifts ground in bid to stop Labour strike
Electricity tariffs for renegotiation NLC, TUC rethink industrial action The Federal Government on Sunday night granted concession to Labour to
APC suspends Ekiti governor Fayemi, accuses governor of funding PDP
The State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State has suspended Governor Kayode Fayemi and accused
Security operatives deployed to construction sites in Taraba over Insecurity
Gov. Darius Ishaku of Taraba said military and police operatives had been deployed to construction sites in the southern part
Lagos Assembly considers 21 years jail term for convicted cultists
Sanwo-Olu promises tax holiday for private sector on road project collaboration Lagos State House of Assembly has proposed a 21-year
Iju-Ishaga tanker explosion leads to massive destruction â Official
The Director-General, Lagos Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu has confirmed that 30 adults were injured, 23 buildings and
Abia Government announces resumption date for primary, secondary schools
Abia Government on Thursday announced that primary and secondary schools in the state are to resume on September 28 to
Aisha Buhari urges Nigerians to support victims of flood
The First Lady Aisha Buhari, has urged Nigerians to support victims of flood across the country, to cushion the effect
Boko Haram Commander, family surrender to troops in Borno
The Defence Headquarters says a high profile Boko Haram Commander has surrendered to Nigerian troops during clearance operations in their
Ondo election: Sensitive materials to arrive Akure Oct. 5 â INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says sensitive materials for Ondo State Governorship election will arrive Akure on Oct. 5.
Kogi Govt declares two-day mourning for victims of tanker explosion
Kogi Government has declared a two-day mourning as a mark of respect for the 23 victims of Wednesdayâs tanker explosion
FEC okays $1.96bn for proposed rail contract from Kano to Niger Republic
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday approved contract of about $1.96 billion for the development of the proposed Kano-Jigawa-Katsina-Jibia
Enugu reopens schools on Monday
The Enugu State Government has announced the reopening of primary and secondary schools. The Federal Government shut down schools in
Petrol price, electricity tariffs: Labour set to begin strike
Labour on Tuesday set Monday for âunprecedented mass actionâ and âtotal strikeâ to get the government to reverse the hike
Teachers seek upward review of retirement age
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has called for an upward review of the retirement age for teachers and education
Unstable laws affecting flow of foreign investments into oil sector, says NNPC
The oil and gas sector might not attract the needed foreign direct investments (FDIs) except the country reviews its regulatory
Nigeria must use innovation to aid recovery, says Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo (SAN) has said Nigeria would need to use technological and innovative ingenuity to fight the health
Ministry cautions states on schools reopening
The Ministry of Education has warned states against flouting the Safe School Readiness Template (SSRT) in states ahead of full
Buhari, Akufo-Addo meet to resolve diplomatic row
President Muhammadu Buhari, late Sunday, met with his Ghanaian counterpart, Nana Akufo-Addo, in Abuja on the way out of the
Buhari, Jonathan, Atiku, others applaud as Obaseki returns
Months of intense politicking and a drawn battle for the soul of Edo State, dotted by brickbats, threats of all
Two missing after Kwara rainstorm
One person was confirmed dead with two others still missing after Saturday nightâs downpour in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. Two
Anxiety as schools resume, stakeholders list expectations
Amid inflation and hike in electricity and fuel tariffs, there are fears that most parents might not be able to
Implications of Obasekiâs victory, by ex-Senate President
Immediate past President of the Senate, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has congratulated Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, on his re-election, which,
Buhari holds closed-door meeting with Ghanaian president at Aso Villa
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday night met behind closed doors with President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana at the Presidential Villa,
Kogi State accuses US of partisanship over travel ban
Kogi State has accused the United State government of partisanship after it slammed some unnamed individuals with a travel ban
Third Mainland Bridge phase one rehabilitation almost complete
The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mr Olukayode Popoola, on Friday assured that Third Mainland Bridge repairs was progressing
âLagos to use technology to manage trafficâ
Lagos State Government is committed to the deployment of technology to manage traffic congestion, Commissioner for Information and Strategy Mr.
Ending malnutrition through women empowerment
One of the best ways to end malnutrition in Nigeria is women empowerment. This was the submission of medical and
Edo Election – Buhari warns against violence, rigging of poll
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday reiterated his commitment to credible elections. He warned against violence and lack of fairness in
Nigeria reaffirms support for civil rule in West Africa
President Muhammadu Buhari has reaffirmed Nigeriaâs commitment to deploying resources at its disposal to consolidate democracy in West Africa. Receiving
âINEC will conduct credible poll in Edoâ
The Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmud Yakubu, has reiterated the agencyâs determination to conduct a free
Monarchs vital to fight against insecurity, says Lawan
Senate President Ahmad Lawan has said traditional rulers should be given specific roles in the Constitution for Nigeria to surmount
China lodges complaint with US over senior official visiting Taiwan
Chinaâs Foreign Ministry said on Thursday it had lodged a formal complaint with the United States about the upcoming visit
Fuludu, Ikpeba petition FIFA, Buhari over emergence of new Delta FA board
Begin legal battle to reclaim mandate The emergence of ex-Nigeria international, Kenneth Nwaomucha as chairman of Delta State Football Association
FG promises justice for Nigerian traders in Ghana
The Federal Government has vowed to ensure that Nigerian traders caught in the web of Ghanaian crisis get justice, notwithstanding
Sanwo-Olu says government aware of lockdown impact on entertainment industry
⢠Operators demand tax holiday over revenue loss ⢠No alternative to fiscal federalism, says Abiru Lagos State governor, Mr.
Nigeria eyes $10b from local content in oil sector yearly
â˘Stakeholders seek expansion The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) yesterday said that local content in the oil and
FG moves to create agency for crime proceeds
Economy doing better than projected, says Ahmed The Federal Government has approved the Proceeds of Crime Recovery and Management Agency
Oyo reopens tertiary institutions Sept 28
Oyo has announced September 28 reopening date for public and private higher institutions in the state. The new development follows
Buhari justifies borrowing to fund infrastructure
50m Africans may fall below poverty line by year-end President Muhammadu Buhari has justified his administrationâs borrowing to finance infrastructure,
FG, Lagos State stop barge operations along Marina coastline
50m Africans may fall below poverty line by year-end President Muhammadu Buhari has justified his administrationâs borrowing to finance infrastructure,
Economy will bounce back, Buhari assures Nigerians
⢠CBN urges banks to explore agric sector gaps President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed confidence that the economy would bounce
Nigeriaâs inflation further rises in August
The consumer price index (CPI) which measures inflation increased by 13.22 percent (year-on-year) in August 2020. This is 0.40 percent
Farmers seek 3% interest rate for poultry investors
POULTRY Association of Nigeria (PAN) has urged the Federal Government to encourage private sector investments in agriculture by pegging interest
National Assembly postpones resumption till Sept 29
The National Assembly on Friday postponed resumption of plenary sessions by two weeks. The Acting Clerk to the National Assembly,
FG declares Sept. 16 as National Identity Day
The Federal Government has declared Sept. 16 as National Identity Day and has supported the enrolment of Nigerians for Digital
Nigeria reels from twin crises that threaten food availability
Mal Shehu Ladan took a boat across what was, until this month, a growing rice paddy. Now, like thousands of
Buhari hails SGF over ministerial retreat
President Muhammadu Buhari has hailed the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, for organising a successful
We wonât bow to pressure in constitution review, senate committee vows
Deputy President of the Senate and Chairman, Senate Ad hoc Committee on Review of the 1999 Constitution, Ovie Omo-Agege, has
Ekiti State partners Nigeria Export Promotion Council to drive single crop export
The Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has pledged its support for the enhancement of Ekiti Stateâs non-oil agricultural crop with
Unions shuts down Arik Air operations over 90% staff layoff
Operations of Arik Air were on Monday shut down by the aviation unions over alleged non payment of staff salaries
Mozambique denies accusations of abuses in insurgency-hit province
Mozambique on Thursday denied accusations by rights group Amnesty International that soldiers had committed atrocities, saying the acts were carried
Nigerian academics in UK lift students
The Association of Nigerian Academics in the United Kingdom (ANAUK) has provided financial support to privately sponsored Nigerian students in
Police advise vehicle owners
The Ogun State Police Command has advised the public especially those who lost their vehicles /motorcycles to thieves or left
We must return FESTAC town to original plan
The Managing Director/Chief Executive of Federal Housing Authority (FHA), Sen. Gbenga Ashafa, yesterday promised to return FESTAC Town in Lagos
DSS invites Mailafia again, says life in danger
A former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Dr. Obadiah Mailafia has received a third invitation from
JOHESU seeks Keyamoâs intervention
Health workers under Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) have called on Minister of State for Labour and Employment Festus Keyamo
PDP Reps sue Mohammed, AGF, NBC over broadcasting code
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caucus in the House of Representatives has dragged the Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed and
Edgal, new SARS boss shares hotlines
The New Commissioner of Police in charge of the Nigeria Police Federal Special Anti-robbery Squad (FSARS), Imohimi Edgal, has released
FG okays extra N8.9b hazard allowance for health workers
The Federal Government has approved additional N8.9 billion as COVID-19 hazard allowance for health workers in the country. Besides, procurement
President receives, woos Adesina on infrastructure deficit
⢠AU considers uniform currency, market for African nations President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, received president of the African Development Bank
CJN tells Edo, Ondo election tribunals to guard against intimidation
INEC to deploy five RECs, 13,000 others for Edo Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Tanko Muhammad, yesterday, swore in
LASEPA, foundation partner to boost eye health among workers
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has partnered with Kingstripes Care Foundation, a non-governmental organisation, to boost clearer vision
Why East Africa leads in continental growth, by SAP chief
As the world starts to recover slowly from a year of constant disruptions and challenges, East Africa is leading other
El-Rufai not ready for peace in Kaduna, SOKAPU alleges
Southern Kaduna Peopleâs Union (SOKAPU) has alleged that Governor Nasir el-Rufai is not ready for peace in the state. According
Senate extends constitution amendment memoranda submission date
The Senate has extended the closure of submission of memoranda from various interest groups in Nigeria regarding the review of
âWhy Edo will vote for Ize-Iyamuâ
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Prince Blessing Edigin, in this interview with Southsouth Bureau
Ministers move to end doctors strike
â˘Parley in Abuja today â˘Patients leave hospitals THE Federal Government on Tuesday initiated moves to arrest the on-going strike by
Niger exports fuel to Nigeria as Egypt, Algeria build 13 refineries
Neighbouring Niger Republic, which started commercial oil production in 2011, now exports petroleum products to Nigeria, as Egypt and Algeria
Nigeriaâs border closure not good for regional trade, says NESG
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), has charged the Nigerian Government to speed up plans of reopening closed land borders.
Buhari orders ministers, MDAs to stoutly defend regimeâs achievements
Worried about relentless criticism of his administration, President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, directed his ministers as well as the ministries, departments
Protests in Oyo, Osun over fuel price, electricity tariff hike
Protesters, Onitiri urge Buhari to rescind decision ⢠OPC warns president against impending danger of increase ⢠New electricity tariff
Anxiety as NURTW members lay siege to Ondo Assembly
⢠We intend holding prayer session with union leadership, says Speaker ⢠Firm seeks probe of toxic deaths in the
Nigerian languages going into extinction â NICO
The Executive Secretary, National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), Mr Ado Muhammed Yahuza, has said that some Nigerian Languages might
Ethiopian flight arrives Abuja amid pomp, passengers decry coronavirus test fee
Following the resumption of international flights after five months of COVID-19 lockdowns, Ethiopian Airline, yesterday, landed Abuja from Addis Ababa
Fire guts over 50 shops, houses in tanker explosion
⢠Woman crushed to death in Ekiti Five houses and 49 shops were gutted by fire in an explosion that
Nigerian doctors begin strike over pay, facilities
Nigerian doctors in state-run hospitals began an indefinite strike on Monday to demand a pay rise, better welfare and adequate
Electricity tariff, petrol pump price hike not acceptable in civilised society, says Fani-Kayode
A former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has said that the hike in petrol price and electricity tariff is
Osinbajo, others okay journalistsâ coverage of virtual court hearings
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN)
Marketers urge full deregulation of downstream oil sector
The Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) has urged the Federal Government to take a further step
Sanwo-Olu, Tinubu urge new Oniru to ensure unity, peace in Iruland
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the National Leader, All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, yesterday, urged the
Akeredoluâs campaign kicks off in Akure as Tinubu explains role in crisis
Thirty-Three days to the governorship election in Ondo State, the lines seem to be falling in places politically for the
PDP urges security beef-up ahead of Edo poll as group seeks probe of Oshiomholeâs convoy crash
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has urged the authorities to beef up security in the state ahead
Delta targets N306b budget, approves 2021-2023 MTEF/FSP
Engages consultants to probe suspected derivation shortfall Delta State has approved the revised 2021 to 2023 Medium Term Expenditure Framework
Abiodun backs N162 petrol price, Atiku rejects electricity tariffs
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, yesterday, gave tacit backing to the hike in the price of petrol and the implementation
Tax reliefs in states to remain till 2021, says NGF
The Nigeria Governorsâ Forum (NGF) has resolved to retain till next year the tax relief measures put in place in
Death sentence: Kano Judiciary submits case details to Falana
Kano State Judiciary says it has submitted certified copies of the Sharia Court judgment to the Human Right activist, Mr
Atiku rejects electricity tariff increase
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejected the 100 percent hike in electricity tariffs, dismissing it as âill-timed and ill-advisedâ.
FEC approves November 1 as National Youth Day
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), yesterday, announced the adoption of November 1 of every year as National Youth Day. This
âCrashed helicopter has no black box, recorderâ
⢠AIB to release findings in four weeks The Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) Nigeria, yesterday, dismissed claim that it recovered
Troops eliminate 4 bandits, recover arms in Kaduna â DHQ
The Defence Headquarters says troops of Operation Accord on Wednesday, killed four suspected bandits in an encounter at Jeka Da
Navy arrests 8 suspected smugglers of foreign rice
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Victory has arrested a 16-year-old and seven other suspected smugglers of 1,522 bags of foreign
Reps minority caucus rejects rise in price
The minority caucus in the House of Representatives has rejected the increase in the pump price of fuel from N148
Crisis looms in PDP Cross River as NWC clears all to contest Senatorial primary
Mass defection stares the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the face in Cross River State, as the issue of senatorial
SOKAPU lauds FG peace efforts in Kaduna, gets knock from Muslim group
Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU) has commended Federal Governmentâs efforts to ensure that peace returned to communities in the southern
Atiku writes Lawan, urges rejection of loan proposals for unviable projects
Utomi blames âleadership failureâ for Nigeriaâs woes Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has written Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, urging the
Sanwo-Olu meets FAAN team, seeks remodelling of Murtala Muhammed International
Lagos State governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday, met with the management team of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN)
Donât provide opportunity for insurgency in South East, group advises FG
A group, Citizensâ Initiative for Security Awareness (CISA), has advised the Federal Government to tread carefully on the Indigenous People
Labour urges FG to desist from plans to concession major airports
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to desist from further contemplation, discussions and arrangements to concession