Category: Power
Power Minister Meets Heads of Agencies to Accelerate Electricity Sector Reforms
Power Minister Joseph Tegbe meets heads of agencies to strengthen collaboration and accelerate reforms in Nigeria’s electricity sector.
3RD ANNIVERSARY: GOVERNOR FUBARA REAFFIRMS “RIVERS FIRST” MANTRA
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria,May 30, 2026 Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the “Rivers First” mantra, describing it as the guiding philosophy behind government policies and programmes over the past three years.In a goodwill message marking the third anniversary of his administration, the governor said his focus has consistently…
NPHCDA Inaugurates Lagos Vaccine Hub To Strengthen Nigeria’s Immunization Supply Chain
LAGOS, NIGERIA – May 30, 2026 The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has commissioned the Lagos Vaccine Hub (Cold and Dry Store) in Oshodi, Lagos State, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen its immunization supply chain and improve access to life-saving vaccines across the country.Speaking on behalf of President Bola…
AfDB Lauds Nigeria as Champion of Aviation Programme in Africa
BRAZZAVILLE, CONGO – May 30, 2026 The African Development Bank (AfDB) has commended Nigeria’s leadership in the aviation sector following the formal installation of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, as the African Champion of the Bank’s $7 billion Integrated Aviation Transformation Programme for Africa (IATP). The announcement was made during…
CPPE: Nigeria’s Economy on Gradual Recovery Path — but Structural Gaps Persist
Lagos, Nigeria ,Thursday, May 28, 2026 The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has stated that Nigeria’s economy is showing signs of a gradual recovery, while warning that deep-rooted structural weaknesses in key sectors could undermine long-term stability if not urgently addressed.The economic think tank made this known in its policy brief analyzing…
2027 Politics Must Be Driven By Maturity, Tolerance – VP Shettima
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 28, 2026 Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on political actors across the country to embrace maturity, tolerance, and issue-based engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that national unity and stability must remain paramount. The Vice President stated that politics should not be allowed to divide Nigerians along ethnic,…
At Sallah Mini Durbar: Emir of Gombe Hails Inuwa Yahaya Over LCDAs, Seven Years of Transformational Leadership
Gombe, Gombe State – May 28, 2026 Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Thursday led top government officials, political leaders and other dignitaries to the Emir’s Palace to witness the colourful traditional mini Sallah Durbar, popularly known as Jafi, as part of activities marking the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration. A statement issued by…
Gov Diri Felicitates Muslims on Eid-el-Kabir
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State – May 28, 2026 Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has extended warm greetings to the Muslim Ummah in the state and across Nigeria on the occasion of the Eid al-Adha celebration, also known as Eid-el-Kabir. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, Governor Diri described the festival…
PRESIDENT TINUBU GREETS ELDER STATESMAN, ALHAJI ASHAFA EROGBOGBO, ON HIS CENTENARY BIRTHDAY
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 28, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated elder statesman and renowned community leader, Alhaji Ashafa Erogbogbo, on the occasion of his 100th birthday anniversary. In a congratulatory message, President Tinubu described the centenarian as a symbol of wisdom, integrity, and enduring service to humanity, noting that Alhaji Erogbogbo’s remarkable life…
DEFENCE MINISTER URGES UNITY, RECOMMITMENT TO NATIONAL SECURITY
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 28, 2026 The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful across the country and members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria as they celebrate Eid el-Kabir. In a statement issued by the Special Assistant to the Minister on Media, Leah Katung Babatunde, the Minister described…