Category: News
Northern Governors Sympathise with Victims of Singa Market Fire; Call for Proactive, Tech-Driven Safety Measures
Kano, Nigeria | February 16, 2026 The (NSGF) has expressed deep sympathy with traders, shop owners and all victims affected by the devastating Singa Market fire incident in , describing the tragedy as painful and distressing. In a statement issued on behalf of the Forum, the Chairman of the NSGF and Governor of , ,…
GOVERNOR DAPO ABIODUN CON APPROVES ADDITIONAL PENSION BENEFIT TO ALL PENSIONERS IN OGUN STATE
The Ogun State Government has approved an Additional Pension Benefit (APB) under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) to strengthen contributions and retirement security for all civil servants in Ogun State. Announcing the approval, the Governor, Ogun State, His Excellency, Prince Dr Dapo Abiodun MFR CON who was ably represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Finance…
INEC Intensifies Voter Sensitisation Ahead of FCT Area Council Elections
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory – February 15, 2026 The (INEC) has intensified its voter sensitisation outreach ahead of the forthcoming FCT Area Council Elections scheduled for 21 February 2026.As part of efforts to deepen voter awareness and encourage peaceful participation, the Commission’s Voter Education Division engaged key religious institutions in Abuja to promote informed and…
FG MOVES TO STRENGTHEN FEED SECURITY, DEEPENS COLLABORATION WITH OLAM AGRI
Ilorin, Kwara State – February 15, 2026 The Federal Government has intensified efforts to strengthen feed security in Nigeria’s livestock sector, as the Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, , paid a strategic visit to ’s Integrated Soy Crush and Feedmill Complex in Ilorin, Kwara State. The visit underscores the government’s commitment to addressing one of…
BEFORE JOINING THE ARGUNGU FESTIVAL, I COMMISSIONED KEY PROJECTS IN BIRNIN KEBBI
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State – February 15, 2026 President has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to people-centred development, declaring that progress must directly impact the lives of citizens across the country.Speaking in Birnin Kebbi before proceeding to the world-renowned , the President said he commissioned several landmark projects aimed at strengthening infrastructure and improving public services…
KANO OBSERVES SPECIAL JUMAAT PRAYER IN MEMORY OF LATE NIGERIAN HEAD OF STATE
Kano, Nigeria – February 15, 2026 Fifty years after the assassination of former Nigeria’s Head of State, , family members, associates, and other Nigerians gathered in Kano to observe a special Jumaat prayer in his memory.The solemn prayer session, held at a central mosque in Kano, drew a cross-section of dignitaries, religious leaders, government officials,…
NDDC and REA Partner to Expand Electricity Access in the Niger Delta
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – February 14, 2026 The (NDDC) and the (REA) have formalized a strategic collaboration aimed at expanding electricity access across the Niger Delta region with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).The agreement was signed by NDDC Managing Director, , and REA Director General, , marking a decisive step toward closing…
FG to Deploy Ranching Strategy in Kwara, Sedentarisation Key to Ending Rural Violence
Ilorin, Nigeria – February 14, 2026 The Federal Government has announced the accelerated rollout of the National Ranching Programme in Kwara State, positioning sedentarisation as a critical solution to recurring rural violence and insecurity. The Minister of Livestock Development, , disclosed the move following recent deadly attacks in parts of the state, stressing that a…
PVAC Secures Billions In Euro And Dollar Guarantees To Boost Healthcare Investment
Abuja, Nigeria – February 14, 2026 The (PVAC) has secured billions of euros and dollars in guarantor financing to accelerate investment in Nigeria’s healthcare manufacturing sector.PVAC National Coordinator, , disclosed that the initiative has successfully arranged €1 billion in guarantor financing from the (EIB) to support education and healthcare manufacturing. In addition, another US$1 billion…
NDDC and REA Partner to Expand Electricity Access in the Niger Delta
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – February 14, 2026 The (NDDC) and the (REA) have formalized a strategic partnership to expand electricity access across the Niger Delta region, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that signals a renewed push toward sustainable development. The agreement was signed by NDDC Managing Director, , and REA Director General, , underscoring…