FCT Roads: My Administration Is Here To Work, Not Occupy Space – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is not in the presidency to occupy space but to work for the citizens and residents of the country as evident in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Tinubu made the remarks on Wednesday, while inaugurating the newly constructed Akinwumi Ajibola Street, covering Important Local Streets (ILS) 16, 18, and…
My Presidency ‘ll Unite Nigeria For Robust Human Capital Development – Obi
Mr Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Wednesday placed uniting Nigeria as his top priority for robust human capital development. Writing on his X handle to unveil his vision for a “productive and prosperous Nigeria.” Titled: ” My Vision for a Productive and Prosperous Nigeria”, Obi said, “when I decided…
Kwara LG Election Dispute: Court Reserves Judgment In PDP Suit Against INEC, Others
The Federal High Court in Abuja has reserved judgment in the suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and others over dispute with respect to conduct of local government elections in Kwara State. Justice Peter Lifu on Wednesday held that a new date would be communicated to parties…
CBN Revokes Operating Licenses Of 46 MfBs For Regulatory Requirements Failure
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licenses of 46 Microfinance Banks (MfBs) with effect from July 1. This is contained in a statement issued by Mrs Hakama Sidi-Ali , the Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department of the apex bank on Wednesday in Abuja. Sidi-Ali said that the action was in accordance…
2027: PRP Presidential Aspirant Kicks Against Politics Of Division
Dr Yakubu Kingsley, presidential aspirant of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), on Wednesday kicked against politics of division as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. Kingsley, in a statement in Abuja, called on politicians to engage in issue-driven campaigns at all levels of electioneering activities. “The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially…
INEC Set To Introduce Downloadable PVCs, Full Online Voter Registration
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to introduce “downloadable Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs)” for voters who have misplaced or defaced their original cards. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this when he received the Director-General of National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, who paid a courtesy visit to the commission’s headquarters in…
Customs, NDLEA Intercept Illicit Drugs Worth N53.39bn At Apapa Port
The Nigeria Customs Service and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency intercepted nine containers of illicit drugs worth N53.39billion at Apapa Port following joint intelligence operations. Comptroller-General, Dr Bashir Adeniyi, said Wednesday in Lagos that the seizures comprised cannabis sativa, codeine syrup, tramadol and expired pharmaceuticals concealed inside vehicles, spare parts, and household items. He stated…
Election Timetable Dispute: Court Reserves Judgment In INEC’s Appeals
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reserved judgment in two separate appeals over dispute surrounding the timetable for the conduct of the 2027 elections released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A three-member justices of the appellate court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Adebukola Bankole on Wednesday, held that judgments would be…
UNICEF Begins Evidence-based Consultation To Shape 2028–2032 Country Programme
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has begun a two-day evidence-based state-level consultation to shape its 2028–2032 country programme, bringing together stakeholders to identify priority child development interventions. The consultation, themed “From Evidence To Priority”, focuses on validating evidence and identifying pressing challenges affecting children in Kaduna, Niger, Nasarawa and Kwara states. Speaking at the…
Kano Line Recruits Casual Workers To Improve Transport Services
The Kano State Transport Authority (Kano Line) has recruited 100 casual workers as part of measures to enhance its operations. The Commissioner for Transport, Haruna Isa, made this known on Wednesday in Kano during a capacity-building workshop for its personnel. Isa state the state government is set to implement reforms aimed at repositioning the transportation…
