Uche Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has tendered his resignation. Bayo Onanuga, the presidential spokesman, confirmed this development in a statement late on Tuesday. Nnaji finds himself at the centre of controversy regarding his academic credentials. An investigation by PREMIUM TIMES revealed that the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has disavowed the…
First Bank of Nigeria says it is deliberately targeting financing for small and mid-sized enterprises as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s economy and foster inclusive growth. At the 31st Nigeria Economic Summit in Abuja, Managing Director Olusegun Alebiosu said the bank was focused on using digital solutions and tailored financial products to drive the…
Edo State’s new governor, Monday Okpebholo, has sharply criticised former governor Godwin Obaseki for inaugurating unfinished public projects in the final weeks of his administration. Inspecting the Stella Obasanjo Hospital and the Education Hub Complex on Tuesday, Okpebholo said he found both projects far from completion despite having been declared open in October 2024. He…
President Bola Tinubu has accepted Prof. Mahmood Yakubu’s departure as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) , following the expiration of his second term in office In recognition of his service, Tinubu on Tuesday conferred on Yakubu the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON). The announcement was…
Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele’s corruption trial took a fresh twist on Tuesday after his defence team and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) clashed over the forensic review of electronic evidence. Emefiele, arraigned in 2024 on 26 counts ranging from bribery to conferring corrupt advantages, was granted court approval…
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has said the administration of President Bola Tinubu is working “to change things for the better” for Nigerians, with Abuja residents set to benefit from a wave of new infrastructure projects. Speaking at the inauguration of the rehabilitation of Old Keffi Road, linking Kado Village to Dei Dei,…
Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has charged 374 newly graduated police constables to embrace integrity and reject practices that undermine public confidence in the Force. Addressing the recruits during their passing-out ceremony in Minna on Tuesday, Egbetokun said the constables were entering a profession defined by service, sacrifice and responsibility to the Nigerian people….
Nigeria’s Chief Justice, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has warned the newly appointed head of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Justice Mainasara Umar, not to allow political or personal interests to undermine his role. At his swearing-in ceremony in Abuja on Tuesday, the Chief Justice said the tribunal chairmanship demanded “sound judgement, unshakable independence and moral…
The Super Eagles’ training camp in Polokwane, South Africa, has come to life with the arrival of key players, including star striker Victor Osimhen and the reigning African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, ahead of the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho this Friday. Head Coach Eric Chelle’s side opened their…
Nigeria’s electricity distributors increased their revenue collection efficiency in the second quarter of 2025, raising ₦564.71 billion out of ₦742.34 billion billed to customers, the country’s regulator has said. Figures released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) show efficiency improved to 76.07 per cent, up from 74.39 per cent recorded in Q1. The modest…
