…in Nsulu “with a view to effectively communicating the achievements of the present administration and consolidating support for the Labour Party ahead of the 2027 general elections.” The communiqué added, “We reaffirmed our commitment to supporting all candidates of the Labour Party at every level of the forthcoming el…
…while the structures that frustrate successive governments receive far less attention. Administrations change, yet the same failures persist. That continuity should force a deeper question: are Nigeria’s institutions designed to produce the outcomes citizens expect? Too often, the answer is no. The United States influe…
…dignity; a race for the future,” he said. The Vice President noted that the Bola Tinubu administration has created a stronger foundation for states to pursue development through its economic reforms. He said: “We promised to place Nigeria on the path of growth, and each gathering offers another platform for turning tha…
…Seyi Makinde, has criticised the economic policies of the All Progressives Congress-led administration under President Bola Tinubu, describing the simultaneous removal of fuel subsidy and floating of the naira as a double blow to Nigerians’ welfare. Makinde, represented by a national leader of the party, Mr Babatunde T…
…exhibits, and case file had been handed over to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control for further investigation and possible prosecution. He explained that the handover was necessary because the case falls within the regulatory mandate of the agency. The CP commended operatives of the Violent…
…foreign exchange market stability amid the sharp currency volatility that followed the administration’s unification of exchange rate windows. The refinancing under Project Gazelle 2 extends and restructures that facility on improved terms, reflecting both the larger size of the new facility and NNPC Limited’s improved…
…dime since I became governor - Soludo Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has said his administration has not borrowed any money since he assumed office, arguing that responsible financial management can support development without increasing debt.Soludo made the statement on Monday while speaking at the Delta State…
…with parents involved in examination malpractice as the lowest point of his administration. He said: "For me, it was a fine period. The only lowest period was when I confronted parents over involvement in the planning and introduction of their children and wards into crime (examination malpractice)."Oloyede also expres…
…a major multistate outbreak affecting parts of the Midwest. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), working with the CDC and state health authorities, has been examining possible sources of contamination.An investigation previously focused on iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, which was linked to Taco Bell's…
…Seyi Makinde, has criticised the economic policies of the All Progressives Congress-led administration under President Bola Tinubu, describing the simultaneous removal of fuel subsidy and floating of the naira as a double blow to the welfare of Nigerians. Makinde, represented by a national leader of the party, Mr Babat…
…Tuvalu and Vatican City. It was colonised by Germany and later placed under Australian administration before becoming an independent republic in 1968.Phosphate mining generated significant wealth in the 1970s before the industry collapsed, pushing the country close to economic ruin in the 1990s.The island now faces an…
…be guided by morality, justice and accountability. On the economy, he said although the administration’s reforms may be well-intentioned, many Nigerians were yet to experience tangible improvements in their living conditions. He urged government officials to communicate with greater sensitivity, noting that rising food…
…are coming from,” he said. The governor recalled that shortly after assuming office, his administration withdrew Anambra State from a World Bank loan programme because of concerns over exchange rate risks. According to him, although the loan initially attracted little or no interest, it would have become significantly…
…graduates from foreign universities and 54 from Nigerian institutions. It added that the administration has so far awarded about 9,000 undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships in Nigerian tertiary institutions and 247 scholarships for higher-degree studies in overseas universities. The Presidential Amnesty Programme…
…the state’s investment in sports was driven by the abundance of talented youths and his administration’s determination to harness their potential through positive engagement. “We have the hosting rights for the 2028 National Sports Festival, and the practice is that, as host, you can introduce some new games, and Scrab…
…CAF event The announcement further strengthens Nigeria’s position in African football administration, with the country also scheduled to host the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in October. The CAF ceremony will hold at the renovated Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, Lagos – Getty image It will be t…
…Cardinal John Onaiyekan, who in a recent interview criticised President Bola Tinubu's administration. Onaiyekan in an interview with Arise TV, disclosed that President Tinubu disagreed with the assessment of the economy and security concerns raised by members of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria during their…
…digital asset transactions in line with the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025, and the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025. The new guidelines are aimed at taxpayers, Virtual Asset Service Providers, Peer-to-Peer marketplace operators, tax practitioners and individuals engaged in virtual asset activities, as the Federal Governmen…
…disclosed that the President disagreed with the bishops' assessment, insisting that his administration was on the right track. Speaking on the development, Kalu said; "The Catholic bishops are the conscience of the country and once they give advice, their advice is not for or against; it's just for any sitting Presiden…
…that terms would cover both the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program. The administration has maintained that the critical waterway must remain open and free of tolls for global oil shipments and trade, while ensuring Tehran cannot acquire nuclear weapons. Addressing whether a lasting agreement could actually be…
…transparency to foster taxpayer confidence, improve compliance and strengthen revenue administration. CHIMA NWOKOJI in this report examines various shades of opinions in the quest for a better tax administration. Nigeria’s tax system is changing quickly. The Federal […] The post Tax Ombud and professionals: The debate…
…as Minister of National Planning before his appointment as Minister of Finance under the administration of former military President Ibrahim Babangida. Before joining the Federal Executive Council, he had built an outstanding career in the federal civil service, rising to the rank of Permanent Secretary and serving in…
…implementation and prevent the award of contracts without available funding. The Tinubu administration has repeatedly emphasised fiscal discipline, transparency, and value for money in public expenditure as part of its economic reform agenda. The move is also expected to reduce abandoned projects, curb the accumulation…
…Nigeria’s engagement with foreign investors in the mining sector predates the current administration, noting that the liberalisation of the economy and opening of the solid minerals sector to foreign participation began in the 1990s. He said the establishment of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) and r…
…Sunday dismissed criticism by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over the Bola Tinubu administration’s economic policies. The presidency stated that the country’s reform programme has begun to yield positive results despite the hardship experienced by Nigerians. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and…