This clarification comes in response to recent speculations and reports suggesting that new charges had been introduced following the launch of the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number, NRBVN, platform for Nigerians abroad. The Bank’s Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi Ali, noted the fee mentioned in some media outlets is tied exclusively to the new […]
On arrival at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, the delegation was received by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Sen. Ibrahim Hadejia and Minister of Industry Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole. Other government officials that received the delegation are the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, Minister of Agriculture, […]
Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayode Olawande, announced the launch, adding that the scheme is aimed at engaging young Nigerians in policy discussions and national development. According to him, the theme of the Confab is “Next Gen Nigeria: Crafting Solutions, Owning the Future”. He said the portal would enable delegates to register, contribute, and […]
This was announced in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi. According to him, the decision resulted from extensive consultations with stakeholders. Recall that the bill had earlier passed second reading on the floor of the House on March 21, 2024, sparking widespread debate among lawmakers, civil society […]
The Federal Government has described the performance of electricity distribution companies in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry, NESI, as disappointing. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who stated this at a two-day retreat organised by the Senate Committee on Power, noted that the DisCos have been frustrating the efforts by the government to improve power supply. […]
On Wednesday, 14th May 2025, a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Engr. David Ayodele Asalu, publicly asserted that President Bola Tinubu has increased Constituency project allocations to One Billion Naira (1,000,000,000) for Federal Constituencies and Two Billion Naira (2,000,000,000) for Senatorial Districts.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has embarked on a working visit to Niamey, Niger Republic’s capital.
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21 as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday. This was made known in a statement by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The minister stressed the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, having […]
The latest FIFA ranking has placed Nigeria as the 43rd-best team across the globe. The World football governing body announced this on its X handle, as the ranking places Nigeria one step ahead as the Super Eagles rounded off 2024 in the 44th position. Argentina remained top through impressive wins while Spain and France settle […]
This came following widespread concerns from industry stakeholders. The Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, disclosed the decision at a Ministerial Consultative Meeting on the Financial Reporting Council Annual Dues for Public Interest Enterprises in Abuja. The meeting was called in response to numerous official letters the ministry received regarding the issue. Oduwole […]