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FG Considers Legal Steps to Repatriate Simon Ekpa Over Terrorism Case

2 September 2025

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while speaking with newsmen. When asked whether the government intended to request Ekpa’s repatriation at the end of his jail term, Idris replied, “The Nigerian government will assess the situation and take decisions in the best interest of the country.” Similarly, the Attorney General […]

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FG Reaffirms Support for Health Sector, Eyes Universal Coverage

1 September 2025

Minister of State for Health & Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, gave the assurance while speaking at the National Health Financing Policy Dialogue in Abuja Salako said that the forum was crucial for shaping the country’s future health financing landscape, adding that the dialogue underscored Nigeria’s determination to prioritise citizens’ health through innovative and sustainable financing […]

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Nigeria Secures $238m JICA Loan to Boost Power Grid

23 August 2025

This follows key discussions between Nigerian delegations, led by President Bola Tinubu and attended by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu and others with Japanese stakeholders, during the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in Yokohama, Japan. The Nigerian delegation engaged with major energy firms, including Toshiba, Hitachi, and Japan’s Transmission & Distribution […]

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FG Considers Salary Increase for Political Office Holders

19 August 2025

RMAFC Chairman Mohammed Shehu disclosed that the President currently earns N1.5 million monthly, while ministers receive less than N1 million, figures unchanged since 2008. Shehu described the current pay as unrealistic, especially when some heads of agencies reportedly earn significantly more than top government officials. “You cannot pay a minister less than N1 million and […]

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INEC Commences Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration Exercise

18 August 2025

In an announcement via its official X handle, INEC revealed that eligible Nigerians can now begin their registration online through the portal www.cvr.inecnigeria.org. This phase precedes the physical registration exercise, which will soon follow. According to the commission, in-person registration will be available at all 37 state offices and the 774 local government area (LGA) […]

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FG Pledges to Reverse NSITF Deductions Amid NLC Strike Threat

18 August 2025

The NLC recently accused the government of diverting 40% of workers’ compensation contributions to the national treasury funds meant to provide financial support to employees affected by workplace injuries, illness, or death. The union demanded an immediate refund and full reconstitution of the National Pension Commission (PenCom) board, warning of possible nationwide strike action. NSITF […]

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FG Launches ₦10m Interest-Free Loan Scheme for Tertiary Institution Staff

15 August 2025

Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, who announced the scheme, said the initiative aims to address the welfare and professional development needs of tertiary staff as part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Jointly developed by the Federal Ministry of Education and TETFund, and implemented with the Bank of Industry, TISSF offers interest-free loans […]

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FG advocates resource allocation in PHC amid LG autonomy

14 March 2025

The Federal Government has emphasised the importance of ensuring that financial autonomy at the local level leads to improved healthcare delivery, rather than administrative obstacles.

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FG Announces Plans To End Visa-On-Arrival Policy

22 February 2025

The Federal Government has announced plans to cancel the visa-on-arrival policy.

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Court stops FG from tampering with funds of 44 Local Governments in Kano

17 February 2025

A Kano State High Court has ruled that the Federal Government should not tamper with the funds belonging to the 44 local governments of the state.

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