…N50,000 conditional cash transfer to small business owners. >To ease this burden, the Federal Government introduced the Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme (PCGS), a funding initiative that provides ₦50,000 grants to eligible nano businesses across the country.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follo…

The Federal Government held a destruction exercise at the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment in Abuja on Thursday, targeting illicit and decommissioned weaponsThe NCCSALW Director-General warned arms traffickers that every weapon in their possession would eventually be traced and put out of circulationNational Security Advise…

…THE National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, yesterday, reassured Nigerians of the Federal Government’s commitment to mopping up illegal weapons across the country as part of efforts to secure lives and property. He said this during the public destruction of 2,819 illicit, decommissioned and unserviceable small a…

…Nigeria’s airports with global environmental standards,” he stressed. He noted that the federal government’s directive requiring future airport infrastructure to incorporate renewable energy technologies, including solar-powered systems, further underscored its commitment to greener aviation. On human capital developme…

…the evolution of health insurance in Nigeria, Ewenla recalled that the federal government’s health insurance programme for civil servants effectively transformed the former 10 per cent medical allowance into health insurance premiums, a shift that improved access to organised healthcare instead of direct cash payments.…

…children despite interventions by governments. He, however, highlighted some of the Federal Government’s youth-focused programmes under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, including the 3 Million Technical Talent programme, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, vocational training initiatives and expanded digital birth…

…deficiencies in Nigeria’s policing architecture. The Deputy Speaker welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to expand the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions and recruit approximately 28,000 additional personnel He also commended the Ministry of Defence and Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the Presiden…

…Kuye said the visit was part of the committee’s ongoing investigation into abandoned Federal Government assets and projects, aimed at ensuring that public investments are not wasted. He explained that the transmission line was among critical infrastructure projects identified for possible revival due to its potential i…

…asks manufacturers to reduce cement prices nationwideEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the federal government has urged cement manufacturers in the country to cut down the prices of cement. The government warned that the prevailing price of the commodity was impacting infrastructure projects and escalating demands for co…

…that participants at the 2026 JAR were drawn from across the state, in line with the Federal Government’s efforts to improve healthcare delivery for citizens. The commissioner further urged health workers in the state to continue building their capacity as they carry out their mandate of ensuring better healthcare deli…

The Federal Government on Thursday destroyed 2,819 illicit and decommissioned small arms and light weapons in Abuja, raising the total number of illegal weapons permanently removed from circulation to about 19,000. This is as the government warned arms traffickers that every weapon in their possession would eventually…

…to press for the immediate release of the ₦5 billion relief fund promised by the Federal Government for victims of the Singer Market fire disaster. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin Tofa, a copy of which was made available to PUNCH Online on Thursday. According to…

…Alhaji (Dr.) Iliyasu Musa Kwankwaso, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the Federal Government’s approval of ₦46 billion for the resurfacing and reconstruction of the second runway at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, describing the move as evidence of the President’s commitment to the developmen…

…fake portals, impersonating officials, and charging money to deceive Nigerians seeking federal government jobsThe Federal Character Commission (FCC) runs an official platform where verified vacancies from federal institutions are published for job seekersThe FCC does not recruit workers, sell jobs, or guarantee appoint…

…Agencies of the Lagos State Government.Recall that Legit.ng earlier reported that the federal government began nationwide screening of artisans for its Skill-Up Artisans Programme Beneficiaries to receive working toolsThe commissioner disclosed that all 1,200 participants would receive working tools after completing th…

By Ediri Ejoh The Federal Government’s (FG) crude oil export earnings fell 14.41 percent to $31.54 billion in 2025 from $36.85 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2024. The drop was attributed to lower international crude oil prices arising from a global supply glut in the review period. The Central Bank of…

…of losing control of Nigeria’s public finances following a report by The PUNCH that the Federal Government borrowed far above the limit approved by the National Assembly in the 2024 fiscal year. Atiku said the latest figures, which showed that the Federal Government exceeded its approved borrowing ceiling by N4.79tn, p…

…and consume approximately 2.5 per cent of globally traded crude oil. He urged the Federal Government to place industrialisation at the centre of its economic strategy, insisting that no nation has attained prosperity without a strong manufacturing base. “There is no way to create jobs and prosperity without industriali…

…academics, traditional rulers and civil society stakeholders on Tuesday warned the Federal Government against indiscriminate exploration of solid minerals in the rush to meet global energy transition demands, cautioning that weak governance could trigger fresh insecurity, environmental degradation and widespread loss o…

…be guided throughout its work by integrity, innovation and results, and reaffirmed the Federal Government’s support for every genuine effort that advances regional development and national prosperity. Earlier, Adetunmbi commended the Tinubu administration’s economic and structural reforms, including the creation of the…

…announces deadline for final analogue TV switch-offEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the federal government has announced December 2028 as the target date for completing the country's full transition from analogue to digital television broadcasting.This follows the launch of a new free-to-air platform called FreeTV.Charl…

…years, this office has dealt with hundreds of requests from both permanent and ad hoc Federal Government agencies for authorised establishment and recruitment waivers. We have never encountered a situation like the current one. “This is one in almost a century in the Federal Civil Service, and we believe that, like in…

…of such attacks. He also argued that the anger from Nigerians should be directed at the Federal government who according to him, has reduced Nigerians to second-class citizens in Africa and the rest of the world Read his post below... by Linda Ikeji at 29/07/2026 12:48 PM | Share this Story

…dealt with in accordance with the law,” the statement said. The group also called on the federal government, Kaduna State government and mining regulatory agencies to strengthen oversight of mining activities in Birnin Gwari, stressing that while mining has economic potential, it must be conducted in line with safety,…

…that together killed more than 40 people within days of each other, calling on the Federal Government to arrest the perpetrators and support displaced families.The Forum, in a statement signed by its Chairman, Sen. Abdulaziz Musa Yar'Adua, described the violence as a serious threat to public safety and expressed condol…