…that there is no breach reported to us that we have not acted on, whether it involves a government institution or a private organisation. We investigate every report properly and thoroughly before reaching any conclusion. People sometimes ask why we do not make public announcements immediately whenever an allegation su…
…their teams said. Many Venezuelans have expressed anger at what they see as their government's slow response to the disaster, saying families spent initial hours digging out loved ones themselves before international teams arrived. Rodriguez has defended her government's response, saying thousands of troops and officia…
…interested states engaged with the Bank on the programme. He explained that the state government was currently concluding due diligence and holding ongoing discussions with the World Bank, stressing that Anambra would participate in any programme that aligns with its development priorities. The statement read, "Anambra…
…covering more than 1,000 kilometres across the six geopolitical zones under the Federal Government's Roads Infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme. Dangote said the projects were valued at about N3tn and noted that the Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala roads would open up the economy, facilitate military operations, improve…
…unsuccessful because both parties failed to reach an agreement. “Whether the Borno State Government will request the appointment of another concessionaire is what is pending at the moment,” he said. The NSC boss also dismissed allegations that the Council recently carried out a secret recruitment exercise, insisting th…
…responsibility for overseeing the welfare and wellbeing of the victims, with the State Government covering all medical expenses incurred during their treatment. The victims, who regained freedom from their captors in the early hours of Saturday, were kidnapped at Eda Oniyo in the Ilejemeje Local Government area of Ekit…
…saying the matter has gone beyond one individual and has become a test of the Federal Government's transparency and accountability. The movement made the demand in a statement issued on Saturday by its spokesperson, Habibu Mohammed. It said that while the Presidency had publicly denied the existence of the council and…
…Nations warning about a worsening food crisis in Northern Nigeria, calling for urgent government intervention to prevent further deterioration. Obi, a former governor of Anambra, made the call in a post on his X account, describing the situation as troubling, particularly because northern Nigeria has traditionally been…
…other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters, and the Ekiti State Government. “The rescued victims have since been taken to the hospital for medical examination and treatment to ascertain their health condition and ensure they receive adequate medical care. “The Commissioner of Police, CP FALADE ADEGOROYE…
…Grand Mosalla will continue on Sunday, which was declared a national holiday by the government. The weekend in Iran runs from Thursday to Friday. The foreign ministry in a statement on Saturday urged the public to attend the ceremonies en masse, to “show the world the greatness of Iran and the glory of national unity a…
…the cost of doing business, improving regulatory certainty and supporting the Federal Government's target of building a $1tn economy by 2030. He added that the council had substantially concluded preparations for the 18th International Maritime Seminar for Judges. The NSC chief said that since assuming office in Novemb…
…accountability. Atiku alleged that the unrecorded expenditures arose from large-scale government projects executed outside the official budget, arguing that such spending bypassed legislative oversight, procurement regulations and scrutiny by the Auditor-General. He further claimed that the alleged practice mirrored wh…
…abducted during an attack on a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State, have regained their freedom. However, one of the victims, a woman, died while in the custody of the kidnappers. The freed victims are currently receiving treatment at the Ekiti State University Teaching…
The Federal Government has flagged off the distribution of emergency obstetric and newborn healthcare equipment, commodities and delivery kits worth N10bn to strengthen maternal and child healthcare services in Bauchi State. The intervention, unveiled on Saturday by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, is…
…amid controversy over the alleged PFIPC, following claims that the body operated within government circles despite the Presidency insisting that no such agency was created by President Bola Tinubu. The controversy has generated calls from opposition figures and civil society groups for a comprehensive investigation int…
…flood management efforts. Speaking during the inspection, the commissioner said the government had begun recording improvements after removing encroachments along drainage channels around Chevron Drive and Gravitas. "Some days back, when we came to that Chevron Drive by Gravitas, we all saw the level of encroachments c…
…become a matter of public accountability that requires full explanation from the Federal Government. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday and signed by its spokesperson, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed. According to the statement, the movement said the controversy raises serious questions about transparency, c…
…on Friday. He said the gesture, alongside other pension interventions by the Federal Government, had strengthened confidence in the administration's commitment to the welfare of elderly citizens. He said, "We are very happy with the present government. No president in Nigeria has achieved as much as His Excellency, Bol…
…presidential appointment letters, maintain 34 bank accounts in the names of fictitious government bodies, host foreign ambassadors and open a Central Bank account, all while parading himself as the director-general of a non-existent body called the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council. Ajayi said: “What…
…to traders affected by fire incident at popular Bode market in Ibadan South West Local Government Area of the state. He made this announcement during a sympathy visit to the market, and commiserated with victims who suffered losses in the incident. Alli was received by traders at the market led by the Babaloja, Salau O…
…our agricultural areas, we cannot secure our future," he said. Obi called on the Federal Government and state leaders to move beyond political rhetoric and make transparent, upfront investments in securing agricultural corridors and supporting smallholder farmers with accessible resources. He urged closer collaboration…
…Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, the aircraft unveiling was a validation of Federal Government's policy, which is to support local airlines. Keyamo said: "Let me be very clear: we are not confused as to where we are going. We are clear. We are very clear as to our policy direction, and it is better and more profit…
…the country’s broader environmental and economic objectives. The forum, which attracted government ministries, regulators, agencies, private sector operators, European financial institutions and businesses, served as a platform for Nigeria to showcase investment opportunities and engage potential partners in financing…
…Shia group Hezbollah, both backed by Tehran, were also represented, as was the Taliban government in Afghanistan. - 'Call for vengeance' - After five weeks of fighting, the Middle East conflict is on hold following an initial accord between Iran and the US. But Iranian officials have warned Tehran is ready to resume fi…
…Omafuaire The cries of residents across several communities in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State are becoming louder by the day. What started years ago as occasional disputes between farmers and herders has gradually evolved into a persistent security challenge that continues to threaten lives, livelih…