By Seun Ibiyemi The National Assembly has commenced administrative processes to transmit the State Police Bill to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assent following its approval by 35 State Houses of Assembly. The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, disclosed this in Abuja, noting that the number of state legislatures that had approved the…
By David Oluwatosin Vice President Kashim Shettima has acknowledged the economic hardship Nigerians are experiencing following the Federal Government’s economic reforms but urged voters to re-elect President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. Shettima made the appeal at the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally held at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, Calabar, Cross…
…Atiku accuses APC of defending Tinubu’s unfulfilled electricity promises By Seun Ibiyemi The All Progressives Congress (APC) has defended President Bola Tinubu’s performance in the power sector, insisting that his administration is making progress towards fulfilling his 2023 campaign promise to end estimated billing and ensure stable electricity supply. The party said the President’s record…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has showcased its digital transformation efforts at the 2026 World Customs Organisation (WCO) Smart Customs Project Global Event in Brussels, Belgium, highlighting the deployment of technology to modernise operations and strengthen trade facilitation. The event, held from October 29 to 30 at the WCO Headquarters, brought together…
By Seun Ibiyemi Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged religious leaders and faith-based organisations to strengthen interfaith collaboration and support government efforts to promote national unity, peaceful coexistence and economic development. Shettima said religious leaders had important roles to play in fostering understanding among communities, promoting responsible citizenship and mobilising support for initiatives aimed at…
By David Oluwatosin President Bola Tinubu has inducted five new helicopters into the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), comprising three Leonardo AW-109 Trekker B and two Airbus H-125 aircraft, as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s airpower capabilities and improve national security. The induction ceremony, held on Thursday, October 29, 2026, marks another phase in…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP) has called on the Federal Government to extend the recently approved N70,000 monthly transport allowance for public servants to retired workers, arguing that pensioners also face growing economic hardship. The union made the appeal at a press briefing in Abuja, noting that many retirees were vulnerable…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has rejected the Federal Government’s proposed N70,000 wage award, demanding an immediate salary increase for workers and the implementation of outstanding agreements with health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU). The congress argued that temporary wage awards were inadequate to address the rising…
By David Oluwatosin President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Thursday for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform Umrah, an Islamic pilgrimage involving spiritual devotion and prayers. The President’s trip will also feature the commissioning of equipment acquired by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) before his departure from the country. According to a statement issued…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved approximately ₦631.3 billion for nine road infrastructure projects across Nigeria as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to improve road connectivity and transportation. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed this after Wednesday’s FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House,…
