…which includes a National Innovation Challenge run in partnership with Google and the Federal Government’s 3MTT initiative. Wang noted, “We believe the true value of technology is measured not only by business success, but by the positive impact it creates for society. Every innovation should make financial services mo…

…in Uzuakoli of the Bende Local Government Area are seeking the intervention of the Federal Government and Abia State, as well as Bende LGA authority as three erosion sites have devastated resideta. The communities – Amamba, Ngwu, Amankwo, Agbozu and Eluama – at a gathering of residents at two erosion sites in Amamba wh…

…Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s longstanding diplomatic and economic relations with the Republic of Serbia. Akume gave the assurance while receiving the Serbian Ambassador to Nigeria, Jugoslav Vukadinović,…

…Nganjiwa on Friday, July 17, 2026 ordered the forfeiture of seven luxury vehicles to the Federal Government. According to the EFCC, the vehicles were recovered as proceeds of crime from convicted internet fraudsters. They include a Mercedes-Benz GLK, Lexus RX 330, Mercedes-Benz ML, Lexus ES 350, Mercedes-Benz GLK, Merc…

…effort to comprehensively document the losses suffered by Nigerians have denied the Federal Government and the National Assembly an authoritative evidential basis for policy formulation, legislative intervention and sustained diplomatic negotiations.” He maintained that a comprehensive investigation had become necessar…

…of salary and pension as well as some cosmetic projects being made possible by the federal government’s monthly release of huge allocations and others in form of grants, subvention and interventions. Sadare said, “Despite the mellifluous access to funds, the Makinde administration has been found wanting in the delivery…

…by Nigeria in advancing the global road safety agenda. He informed the assembly that the Federal Government has continued to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Federal Road Safety Corps through strategic reforms, deployment of technology-driven enforcement systems, improved emergency response mechanisms and e…

…Press Secretary, Mashood Agboola. He said the approval was another demonstration of the Federal Government’s commitment to addressing security challenges in the state. The governor expressed appreciation to Tinubu for approving the new military formation, saying it would strengthen ongoing counterterrorism and anti-kid…

The Federal Government on Tuesday said the highest financial bidder would not automatically emerge as the winner of an oil block in the ongoing 2025 Licensing Round, insisting that technical competence and operational capability would play a decisive role in determining successful bidders. Speaking at the 2025 Commerci…

…Addressing journalists on Tuesday, Anyaso said, “The crux of the matter is that the Federal Government gave a waiver for the recruitment of 426 staff, a figure which the Governing Council also approved and directed the then Vice-Chancellor/Management to strictly adhere to in conducting the employment exercise. “Ironica…

…to position its creative industry as a key driver of economic diversification under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The country’s film industry, Nollywood, remains one of the world’s largest by production volume and contributes significantly to employment and cultural diplomacy. The Federal Government has…

…the Memorandum of Understanding guiding the transition process from the state to the Federal Government by excluding workers whose names appeared on the agreed nominal roll. They urged the hospital to ensure the enrolment of all eligible workers on the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System without discrim…

…are sleeping in their cars and in hospital lounges while treating patients. We need the Federal Government to release funds so the Chief Medical Director can complete the renovation immediately. “The building has been locked for almost 18 months, but it has not been completed because of lack of funding. We need the gov…

…addressing social media reports about General Christopher Musa's future in officeThe Federal Government described the resignation claims as malicious and entirely fabricated, calling them a threat to public trustOfficials urged Nigerians and media organisations to confirm information through official channels before sh…

The Federal Government has commissioned a renovated digital e-library at the Federal Government College (FGC), Kano, as part of efforts to modernise public schools and expand access to technology-driven learning across the country. The Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, also reaffirmed the Federal Government’s…

…proposed the establishment of an independent compensation fund jointly managed by the Federal Government, Lagos State Government and industry stakeholders to address losses arising from the coastal highway project. He also called for greater collaboration between government and the private sector to restore investor co…

…makes fresh appointments President Tinubu has announced 26 new appointments into 10 Federal Government agencies and commissions, with former governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, emerging as chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and Major General Junaid Bindawa as chairman of the National Salary and Wages…

…Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, on Monday defended the Federal Government’s borrowing under President Bola Tinubu, saying the administration had adopted a responsible borrowing strategy focused on infrastructure development and debt sustainability. According to Vanguard, the Minister of…

…fuel pressureThe Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has urged the Federal Government and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority to urgently reassess recently issued fuel import licences.IPMAN’s National Publicity Secretary, Chinedu Ukadike, warned that the current polic…

The Federal Government has partnered with the UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa and the Pan-African University to launch a mobile learning initiative aimed at strengthening the professional development of teachers, particularly women, across Nigeria and four other African countries. The ini…

…fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province reportedly attempted to attack the Federal Government Girls College in Monguno, which was being used as temporary accommodation for students of a polytechnic institution. Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, working alongside personnel of the Nigeria Police Force and other s…

…persons will be found.” Another resident, Malam Wawu, appealed to the Jigawa State and Federal Governments to provide life jackets, deploy ferries, and construct roads and bridges to serve communities in the area. Meanwhile, authorities have urged residents to remain calm and await official updates as search and rescue…

…technical education and encourage more young Nigerians to embrace vocational skills. The Federal Government has in recent years intensified efforts to reposition Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a major pillar of its education reform agenda. The Ministry of Education has expanded enrolment into…

…reiterated that mining falls under the exclusive legislative jurisdiction of Nigeria's federal government and warned that operators must comply with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements. Akabe said the state government was determined to protect the interests of host communities while ensuring law and order.…

…major issues in the news last week is most troubling for the average Nigerian. Is it the federal government’s announcement-and subsequent reversal-of an 82 per cent increase in WAEC and NECO registration fees, from N27,500 to N50,000 per candidate beginning in 2027? Or is it the court-ordered forfeiture of properties a…