Tag: Nigeria
NIMC Warns Nigerians: Modify NIN Only on Official Self-Service Portal
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a stern warning to Nigerians, advising them to modify their National Identification Number (NIN) details exclusively through its official self-service portal. The caution, announced in a statement signed by the Head of Corporate Communications on Monday, aims to ensure the security and integrity of citizens’ data. The…
Terrorists Kill 13, Burn 7 Villages in Fresh Kebbi Attack
In a brutal reprisal attack, suspected terrorists on Sunday stormed Birnin Dede village in Kebbi State, killing 13 people and setting seven villages ablaze. The assault, which targeted communities in Arewa Local Government Area, is believed to be retaliation for the recent killing of their leader, Maigemu, by a combined force of security operatives in…
Rivers Crisis: APC Calls for Governor Fubara’s Resignation or Impeachment
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara to either resign from office honourably or face impeachment by the State House of Assembly. The party accused the governor of committing numerous impeachable offences, citing the recent judgment of the Supreme Court as evidence of his alleged misconduct. Speaking at…
CBN Monetary Policies Yielding Results, but Fiscal Challenges Loom
After months of trial and error, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) appears to be on the right track with its monetary policies. The exchange rate is stabilizing, and the gap between the official and parallel market rates has significantly narrowed. For the first time in years, Nigeria is close to achieving a relatively stable…
Global Tariff War Impacts Nigeria’s Oil Revenue Target as Prices Decline
The ongoing global trade war, particularly between the United States and several developed economies, has intensified the decline in crude oil prices, posing a significant threat to Nigeria’s 2025 budget. Bonny Light, Nigeria’s premium crude oil grade, hit a new low of $70.3 per barrel over the weekend, marking a 13% decline since the 2025…
Kogi Youths Declare Solidarity with Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, Condemn Senate Suspension
Youths in Kogi State have expressed strong support for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senator representing Kogi Central, following her recent suspension by the 10th Senate. In a statement issued on Sunday, the youths described the suspension as “crude and peremptory,” warning that the Senate is heading in the wrong direction under the leadership of Senate…
Police Arrest Key Suspect in Murder of Retired Brigadier General Udokwere in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of retired Brigadier General Uwen Harold Udokwere, who was killed at his residence in Lokogoma, Abuja, on June 22, 2024. A high-profile suspect, Alkasim Mohammed, 18, has been arrested in connection with the assassination, alongside his alleged…
FG Takes Over Gombe Hospital, Upgrades It to Federal Medical Centre to Boost Healthcare Services
In a significant move to improve healthcare delivery in Gombe State and the North-East region, the Federal Government has officially taken over the Gombe General Hospital in Kumo and upgraded it to a Federal Medical Centre (FMC). The decision, announced in a statement on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information…
FG Adopts TASUED in Ogun State as Federal University, Marking a Historic Milestone for Education
In a landmark decision aimed at strengthening teacher education and honoring Nigeria’s educational pioneers, the Federal Government has officially adopted the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ijagun, Ogun State, as a federal institution. President Bola Tinubu approved the adoption on Friday, March 7, 2025, in a move that underscores the government’s commitment to…
NNPC Ltd Expands Domestic Gas Supply with Landmark Agreement for 80mmscf/d Supply to Ssonic Petroleum
In a significant move to bolster domestic gas utilization and support Nigeria’s industrial and economic growth, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has signed a landmark Gas Sale and Purchase Agreement (GSPA) with Ssonic Petroleum Ltd. The agreement, executed on Thursday, March 6, 2025, will see NNPC Gas Marketing Ltd (NGML), a subsidiary…