…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…

…secure 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 collab…

…and 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 pr…

…announced the NRC's plans towards decarbonising its locomotive fleet, aligning with the Federal Government's drive towards cleaner energy. He encouraged investments in this area, saying Nigeria had a ready market. He said, "We have completed Proof of Concept converting our diesel engines to LNG. We ran it for one month…

…provisions on the removal of the Commissioner of Police. It reads, in its entirety: "The Federal Government shall provide grants or aid to State Police on the recommendation of the National Police Council subject to the approval of the National Assembly." That is the full extent of the bill's funding architecture. Ther…

…agencies for probe In its own reaction, the African Democratic Congress, ADC, named ten Federal Government officials, offices and institutions it wants investigated over the scandal. The opposition party said the controversy had raised grave questions about institutional integrity, governance, accountability and nation…

…the Mutfwang administration has continued to advocate closer collaboration among the Federal Government, licensed mining operators, host communities and security agencies to ensure that Plateau's abundant mineral resources contribute meaningfully to economic development rather than fuel insecurity. The governor has con…

…promises skills training, trauma counselling By Dickson Omobola & Matilda Ikediobi Federal Government has said its agencies are committed to the reintegration of Nigerians who voluntarily returned from South Africa through livelihood support, skills acquisition programmes, psychosocial and mental health counselling to…

…as a sign that the war against insurgency has been won. Instead, it urged the Federal Government to take urgent steps to prevent extremist groups from exploiting the situation. HURIWA warned that unless Nigerian security agencies quickly fill the operational gap left by the departing U.S. forces, terrorist groups could…

The Federal Government on Friday summoned the Ivorian Ambassador to Nigeria, Kalilou Traore, to demand an explanation over the death of a Nigerian, Usama Murtala, while in custody in Côte d'Ivoire, and requested compensation for his family. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, raised the…

…with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) guiding its transition from Ondo State to Federal Government ownership and challenged labour leaders to identify any aspect of the agreement allegedly breached. “Allegations of such magnitude must be supported by verifiable facts and credible evidence rather than mere accusati…

The Federal Government has launched Phase II of the International Labour Organisation Social Dimension of Ecological Transition Project, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that Nigeria's transition to a low-carbon economy creates decent jobs, protects workers and promotes inclusive economic growth. The project, fun…

…comes amid increasing competition in the downstream sector and renewed efforts by the Federal Government to ensure that Nigerians benefit from the deregulation of the petroleum market. Earlier this week, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, insisted that fuel prices in a deregulated…

…candidate of the Action Alliance in Imo State, Uche Nwosu, has commended the Federal Government for its decision to phase out the separation of Junior Secondary School and Senior Secondary School, describing the policy as a timely reform capable of reducing school dropouts and improving access to education. Nwosu's com…

…of Kano, Kaduna and Jigawa states continue to delay the implementation of the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU Agreement in their state-owned universities. Addressing a press conference at Bayero University, Kano, on Wednesday, the Zonal Coordinator of ASUU Kano Zone, Abdulrazaq Ibrahim, said that while the Federal Governm…

…appreciated to N1,369 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM. 6. The Federal Government's reduction in vehicle import levies has officially taken effect, offering hope of lower vehicle prices while prompting auto dealers to seek clarity on the newly introduced Green Tax before assessing the full impac…

…NKST family." The church also appealed to security agencies and the Benue State and Federal Governments to intensify efforts to rescue the victims and bring the perpetrators to justice. "We further call on the relevant security agencies, as well as the Governments of Benue State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria, to…

…secondary school facilities remain underutilised. "The Minister also announced that the Federal Government will phase out the disarticulation policy separating Junior Secondary Schools from Senior Secondary Schools, the arrangement that has contributed to overcrowded junior secondary schools, underutilised senior secon…

…properties connected to Alison-Madueke, were marked for final forfeiture to the Federal Government. The auction process commenced on January 9, initiating a complex legal battle. What you should know Diezani Alison-Madueke's tenure as Nigeria's Minister of Petroleum Resources between 2010 and 2015 was marked by allegat…

…second-in-command, Abu Bilal Al-Manuki, in the Lake Chad area on 16th May 2026. The Federal Government and the Nigerian military had falsely claimed to have killed Al-Manuki in 2024. Following the US action, the Presidency was forced to admit that the "Al-Manuki" they allegedly killed was a "mistaken identity", and the…

By Chioma Obinna The Federal Government, food industry players, and nutrition stakeholders on Tuesday intensified efforts to achieve full compliance with Nigeria's food fortification programme as part of a broader strategy to tackle the growing burden of hidden hunger and micronutrient deficiencies affecting millions a…

Mr Akinlayo stated that he obtained copies of Mr Ibrahim's payslips for April and May 2026. He insists that these documents prove the former presidential aide remained on the federal government payroll after claiming to have resigned his appointment.

…Authority of Nigeria. The minister called on state governments to complement the federal government's efforts by assisting returnees to settle back into their communities. "There is no doubt in my heart that these strong Nigerians will fit in soon. "The great spirit of hard work and perseverance for which Nigerians are…

…By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor, Victor Young, Ediri Ejoh & Obas Esiedesa LAGOS - The Federal Government has directed the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, to ensure petroleum marketers do not exploit Nigerians through excessive pricing under the deregulated downstream petroleum ma…

…of prominent Igbo intellectuals, traditional rulers and stakeholders, has rejected the Federal Government’s concession of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA), Enugu, to a private company. The group described the decision by the administration of President Bola Tinubu as “another grave act of injustice against…