…security, predictable regulation and efficient project execution.” PENGASSAN urged the Federal Government and petroleum regulators to consolidate recent reforms and incentives that had stimulated renewed investments and Final Investment Decisions, stressing that Nigeria must remain internationally competitive to attrac…

…Meanwhile an NFF Board member, Nse Essien yesterday dismissed reports claiming that the Federal Government is demanding the resignation of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) leadership. “It’s a fake news”, Essien told Sports Vanguard, adding that the report is not true as he insisted that there was no such directive…

…APC, warning that internal wrangling could undermine the state’s relationship with the Federal Government. According to the group, Ondo has three prominent indigenes serving in the Federal Executive Council — Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo; Minister of Youth Development, Ayo Olawande; and Minister of State fo…

The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government, in a statement issued on Friday by the Permanen…

…projects have been executed through funding from the Lagos State Government, Federal Government, TETFund, private-sector contributions and internally generated revenue. Dangote was among three prominent Nigerians honoured with honorary doctorate degrees at the convocation. The university also honoured Akin Kekere-Ekun,…

The Federal Government has warned foreign diplomatic missions in Nigeria against bypassing established diplomatic channels, insisting that such conduct undermines mutual respect and effective bilateral relations. The warning came as the government commended member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (A…

…among residents, facilitate commerce and potentially generate more revenue for the Federal Government. Ibrahim said the exercise also provided an opportunity for personnel to train with different weapons, ranging from 9mm pistols to automatic grenade launchers, as they simulated scenarios encountered during maritime pa…

…It is also expected to support the growth of Nigeria’s fisheries economy under the Federal Government’s Blue Economy agenda. Speaking at the unveiling in Lagos, the Lagos Area Manager of NIWA, Engr. Sarat Braimah, said a clean waterway was critical to making the Blue Economy work. “Making the blue economy work starts f…

…this year. The State Governor, Umo Eno, announced the plan during the launch of the Federal Government’s rural women empowerment initiative and the distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas cylinders in Uyo, the state capital, on Thursday. Eno, who described women’s empowerment as critical to social welfare and a major c…

…issues. Nigeria is now widening its scrutiny of major technology platforms. The Federal Government has directed the FCCPC to investigate Meta, Google, X and generative artificial intelligence companies over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the exploitation of Nigerian media content. The directive followed…

…won because Tinubu allowed the poll to be free and fair. Wike dismissed claims that the Federal Government manipulated the election. He argued that Tinubu permitted the democratic process to take its course. “The President called him… congratulating him (Adeleke). What does it tell you? If Tinubu did not allow a free a…

…Special Assistant on Projects to the NALDA Executive Secretary, Salman Ibrahim, said the federal government had approved the planting of an additional 56,000 economic trees across the remaining 34 Open-Field Horticulture Clusters nationwide. Representing the NALDA Executive Secretary, Cornelius Adebayo, Ibrahim disclos…

…to boost government revenue, external reserves and the broader fiscal outlook. The Federal Government of Nigeria’s appointment of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd to protect oil assets and promote peace and stability in the Niger Delta has played a role in the development. President Bola Tinubu had appointed TSSNL…

…excellently and rewarded Kano with more than 40 key political appointments in the federal government. Jibrin argued that the appointments demonstrate the President’s commitment to the state and provide a strong reason for Kano people to support him. The lawmaker said this while speaking on Channels Television’s Politic…

The Federal Government has moved to revive the long-dormant Delta Steel Company, with its current owners, Premium Steel and Mines Limited, committing more than $1.3bn to rehabilitate and modernise the plant and return it to commercial production within 18 to 24 months. The revival plan, which could create about 25,000…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Abbas Tajudeen, on Thursday pledged the Federal Government’s resolve towards the conduct of free, fair, and credible general elections in 2027, adding that the House is providing legislative backing to the democratic process. Speaker Tajudeen gave the assurance in Abuja…

…covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The Federal Government has announced that Nigeria’s new Alphanumeric Postcode System will become operational nationwide from October 1, 2026, giving every home and building a unique digital address.The Minister of Communications, Innovat…

…called for stronger collaboration and co-investment between the state government, the Federal Government, the United Nations, Development Partners, International Financial Institutions, and the private sector to accelerate recovery and sustainable development in the state. Babagana Zulum made the call at the Council Ch…

…Football Federation (NFF) over the handling of a ₦12 billion intervention fund that the federal government released to settle long-overdue player bonuses.The funds were disbursed in January 2024 specifically to clear outstanding bonuses owed to players across various national teams, payments that had been withheld for…

…warns of 33 states at high risk as water levels rise in flood planes in seven days The Federal government has issued a seven-day forecast warning of high riverine flood risk across 33 states between 19 and 25 August 2026. The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency said rising river levels are expected to trigger flooding…

…has commended the conduct of the recent Osun State governorship election, urging the Federal Government, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to sustain the standard ahead of the 2027 general elections. The groups, which included the Arewa Consultative Youth Movement, Ohanaeze Yout…

…the board’s support for the transformation of Nigeria’s power sector under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He said Geregu Power would continue to play a significant role in the power sector by supporting reliable electricity generation. The company said it would issue formal confirmation of the settlement…

…channel.FG opens portal for laptops, phones loansEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the Federal Government has announced the steps Nigerians must follow to access financing for laptops, smartphones, tablets and other digital devices through the Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices (C.L.…

…the campaign expenditure limits prescribed by the Electoral Act 2026. Meanwhile, the Federal Government says it has spent N30.64tn to cushion the effects of its economic reforms since June 2023, while a veteran actor, Jide Kosoko, has explained why Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, cannot be moved for alternative…

…while the court ordered that the second surety must be the parent of the defendant. The Federal Government intervened after video clips showing unkempt minors scrambling for water and biscuits on the court premises went viral on social media. The Attorney‑General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef…