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Ogun State Holds Treasury Board Meeting on 2026–2028 MTEF and 2026 Budget
Ogun holds Treasury Board Meeting as Gov. Abiodun tasks MDAs to generate ₦500bn for 2026 Budget; Finance Commissioner Okubadejo stresses accountability.
Ogun Holds Inaugural Multisectoral Coordination Meeting for Nigeria for Women Program Scale-Up Project
Ogun Finance Commissioner Oladapo Okubadejo chairs inaugural meeting of NFWP-SU, a World Bank-backed women empowerment initiative.
Federal Government Sends 39 Artisans to Work in Belarus
Abuja, October 7, 2025 The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a significant step in expanding international job opportunities for its youth, as 39 skilled artisans from Benue State embark on a work assignment in Belarus. This move is part of the government’s ongoing International Job Placement Programme aimed at enhancing employment prospects for Nigerian…
FG to Revive Kaduna Textile Industry in New Push for Economic Growth
Kaduna, Nigeria – July 29, 2025 In a significant move aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s manufacturing sector, the Federal Government has unveiled plans to rejuvenate the once-thriving Kaduna Textile Industry, with the goal of boosting industrialization and driving inclusive economic growth. The announcement was made by Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation…
SERAP Demands Tinubu Probe Missing N233bn, Reject $1.08bn World Bank Loan
LAGOS – The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to investigate and recover over N233 billion in missing public funds instead of accepting a $1.08 billion (approx. N1.6 trillion) World Bank loan approved last week. In a letter dated April 5, 2025, SERAP urged the president to direct the…
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed Resigns as Tinubu’s Political Adviser After 17 Months
Abuja, Nigeria – Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Special Adviser on Political Matters to Vice President Kashim Shettima, has resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s administration, presidency sources confirmed Thursday. The former Northern Elders Forum (NEF) spokesman stepped down approximately two weeks ago, citing “personal reasons,” though the presidency has yet to formally accept his resignation. Key Details…
World Bank Approves $1.08 Billion for Nigeria’s Education, Nutrition, and Economic Resilience
The World Bank has greenlit $1.08 billion in concessional financing to bolster Nigeria’s education, nutrition, and economic recovery efforts, targeting vulnerable populations across the country. Breakdown of Funding Allocations Objectives and Expected Impact Broader Implications The funding aligns with Nigeria’s push to address systemic challenges in human capital development, particularly post-pandemic economic strains. The World…
Vice President Shettima Represents Nigeria at Senegal’s 65th Independence Anniversary
Abuja, Nigeria – Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Dakar, Senegal, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary celebrations. Key Details of the Visit Strengthening Bilateral Ties The visit underscores the strong diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and Senegal, two of West Africa’s most influential nations. President Faye, who recently…
Lagos Stands Firm on Independence Bridge Closure Despite Federal Directive
Lagos, Nigeria – Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has defended the continued closure of the Independence Bridge for critical repairs, overriding a federal directive to reopen the vital link, as commuters endure unprecedented gridlock across the metropolis. Safety Over Convenience During an inspection tour Thursday with Federal Works Ministry officials, Sanwo-Olu revealed alarming structural deficiencies…
President Tinubu Overhauls NNPC Leadership, Appoints New Board to Drive Oil Sector Reforms
April 2, 2025 | Abuja In a sweeping move to revitalize Nigeria’s energy sector, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu today announced a complete reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, replacing Chairman Pius Akinyelure and Group CEO Mele Kyari alongside all board members appointed in November 2023. New Leadership TeamThe newly constituted 11-member…