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Governors Commit to Effective Use of NG-CARES Funds
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF, has committed to ensuring the proper and effective use of funds under the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus, NG-CARES, Programme. This follows the World Bank’s confirmation of the programme’s success in supporting vulnerable households, farmers, and micro and small enterprises across the country. The World Bank’s […]
NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed Resigns Amid Corruption Allegations from Aliko Dangote
Farouk Ahmed has resigned as Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, following corruption allegations raised by Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Dangote Group. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga confirmed Ahmed’s resignation in a statement revealing that Gbenga Komolafe had stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream […]
Fubara Reaffirms Financial Discipline, Discloses Amount Ibas Left In Rivers State Coffers
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to financial discipline, insisting that prudent management of public resources remains central to his leadership. He disclosed that before the period of emergency rule, over ₦300 billion was reserved in the state’s accounts, adding that he met about ₦600 billion on his return. Fubara assured […]
Alaafin Set to Install Seyi Tinubu as Okanlomo of Yorubaland
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, is set to confer the title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland on Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu. The installation ceremony, scheduled to be held in Oyo town, is expected to draw traditional rulers, political figures, business leaders, and other dignitaries from across the South-West. The development comes […]
Reps Raise Alarm Over Alleged Alteration of Passed Tax Bills
A member of the House of Representatives, Abdussamad Dasuki, has alleged that the gazetted version of newly passed tax laws differs from the harmonised bills approved by both chambers of the National Assembly. Raising the matter under privilege during plenary, Dasuki said his review of the gazetted copy, alongside the votes and proceedings of the […]
IBEDC Acnowledges Intermittent Power Supply Across Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Osun
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has acknowledged the intermittent power supply and extended outages currently affecting customers within its franchise areas covering Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Ibadan, and Osun states. In a statement issued by its management, IBEDC explained that the challenge was caused by a reduction in load allocation from the national grid, which has […]
Enugu Gov Makes Fresh Cabinet Appointments
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has appointed a fresh round of commissioners, board chairmen, managing directors, executive secretaries, and senior members across strategic agencies. The appointments were announced in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, stating that the governor nominated Barrister Osinachi Nnajieze and Dr C.O.C. Egumgbe as […]
NLC Members Gather in Abuja for Nationwide Protest Over Insecurity
Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) assembled at the NLC Secretariat in Abuja ahead of a nationwide protest against rising insecurity across the country. Among those present were the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, alongside civil society allies, including Omoyele Sowore and members of the Revolution Now Movement. Security personnel, comprising the police, Nigeria Security […]
Tinubu, Meets With NLC Leaders Over Planned Protest
President Bola Tinubu has met with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress behind closed doors, a move aimed at shelving the planned nationwide protests over the deteriorating security situation in the country. The NLC president, Joe Ajaero, while speaking with journalists, described the engagement as a consultation rather than a conclusive negotiation, stressing that labour’s […]
ICPC Confirms Receipt of Allegations Laid Against NMDPRA Boss After Dangote Petition
The receipt of the petition filed against the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, Farouk Ahmed, has been confirmed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC. The spokesperson of the anti-graft agency, John Okor Odey, said, “The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) […]