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NIMC Introduces Pre-Enrolment Portal for NIN Registration
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a Pre-Enrolment Portal aimed at simplifying and accelerating the National Identification Number (NIN) registration process for Nigerians at home and in the diaspora. In a post on its X handle, the Commission said the digital platform allows prospective applicants both within Nigeria and in the diaspora to […]
Zamfara Gov. Lawal Signs ₦871.3bn 2026 Budget into Law
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has signed into law the ₦871.3 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill following its approval by the State House of Assembly. The governor signed the bill shortly after it was passed by the lawmakers. Lawal had earlier presented a proposed ₦861.3 billion budget to the assembly on December 4. The House Committee […]
PDP Factions Hold Talks With INEC Over Party’s Internal Crisis
The two factions of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) are currently in a meeting at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters to address the ongoing leadership and internal disputes within the party. Read Also: ‘PDP Is Back,’ Says Turaki as Party Leaders Meet Obasanjo The meeting is expected to clarify positions, ensure compliance with […]
Tinubu Approves N758bn to Clear Outstanding Pension Liabilities
President Bola Tinubu has approved the release of N758 billion to settle outstanding pension liabilities, as the National Pension Commission (PenCom) recorded a 180 percent rise in recoveries from defaulting employers within the year. Presenting a one-year performance report at the Pension Revolution Journalist Summit in Lagos, PenCom Director-General, Omolola Olowora, said the administration’s intervention represented a “historic […]
APC Confirms Defection of Plateau Governor From PDP
The All Progressives Congress has confirmed the defection of Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling party. The APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda announced during the party’s 14th National Caucuc meeting held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. Yilwatda, who hails from Plateau State, stated that the development […]
Tinubu Seeks Governors’ Support for State Police
President Bola Tinubu has called on members of the All Progressives Congress and other governors to back the proposal for the establishment of state police and implementation of local government autonomy. Tinubu made the call at the 14th meeting of the APC National Caucus held in Abuja, asking governors to support the judgment of the […]
FG Reopens 47 Unity Schools After 4-Week Closure
The Federal Government has announced the reopening of the 47 unity schools across the country, earlier shut down over security concerns. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Education made this announcement in a statement, which noted that the decision to reopen the affected colleges reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Federal Government to […]
NAFDAC destroys N15bn worth of Fake, Expired, Drugs in Oyo
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has destroyed counterfeit, expired, and substandard drugs and pharmaceutical products worth over N55 billion in Ibadan, Oyo State. The destruction took place at the Moniya dumpsite in Akinyele Local Government Area, in a move aligned with NAFDAC’s ongoing efforts to safeguard public health. […]
Tinubu Notifies House of Representatives Ahead of 2026 Budget Presentation
President Bola Tinubu has formally informed the House of Representatives about his plan to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly. The notification letter was read by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen during Thursday’s plenary session. According to the letter, President Tinubu, in his capacity as President and Commander-in-Chief […]
Court Orders Ex-Minister Ngige to Remain on Administrative Bail
The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Gwarinpa, Abuja, has ruled that former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, will continue to benefit from the administrative bail granted to him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Justice Mariam Hassan, who presided over the case, instructed that Ngige must provide a surety […]