Nigeria’s House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu’s plan to raise $2.347 billion from international lenders and investors, paving the way for a mix of Eurobonds, syndicated loans, and an inaugural $500 million Sukuk issuance aimed at financing next year’s budget and managing the nation’s maturing debts. The lower chamber’s approval came on Wednesday…
As the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) prepares for its national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, from 15 to 16 November, optimism is building within its Nasarawa State chapter. The State Chairman, Mr Adamu Ninga, believes the convention could mark a turning point for the party, uniting members and refocusing its energies ahead of the 2027…
Chief Bisi Akande, the pioneer National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Osun State, believes Nigeria’s long history of state creation has eroded the foundation of federalism and fuelled inefficiency. At the Southwest Stakeholders’ Dialogue organised by Afenifere, the DAWN Commission and the region’s governors on Wednesday, Akande traced the…
Nigeria’s National Population Commission (NPC) witnessed a leadership transition on Tuesday as Mr Nasir Isa Kwarra formally handed over to Mr Muhammad Dattijo, the Federal Commissioner representing Niger State, who will serve as Acting Chairman. The event, held in Abuja, followed the completion of Kwarra’s five-year tenure and came ahead of the swearing-in of President…
Lagos State Governor and Chairman of the Southwest Governors’ Forum, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed the Southwest region’s reputation as the driving force behind Nigeria’s development, describing it as “the beacon of progress and economic renewal.” Speaking at the Southwest Leaders’ Dialogue held on Wednesday in Akure, Ondo State, Sanwo-Olu said the region’s legacy of…
The Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Adamawa State, Alhaji Hamza Madagali, has cautioned local government and ward executives of the party against indiscipline and high-handedness. Madagali issued the warning on Wednesday during the maiden meeting with state, local government, and ward executives in Yola. He urged the officials to be guided by…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has released the final list of beneficiaries under President Bola Tinubu’s Presidential Prerogative of Mercy exercise. The initiative grants pardons, commutations, and reduced sentences to selected offenders in line with the administration’s ongoing commitment to justice reform and humane correctional practices. The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the…
Sightsavers Nigeria has partnered with traditional, community, and religious leaders to eradicate trachoma and other neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The collaboration was formalised at a stakeholders’ engagement meeting in Birnin Kebbi, themed “Promoting Healthy Practices and Strengthening Community Engagement for Facial Cleanliness and Environmental Improvement.” Country Director…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, says his government has invested €10 million in Arla Farm, Damau, to boost milk production and expand the livestock value chain. Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr AbdulKadir Mayere, Sani said the investment, made in 2023, aims to enhance productivity, attract investment, and create jobs. “At full…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has arrested 45,853 suspects and seized over 8.5 million kilograms of drugs in the last 30 months. NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during an award ceremony honouring 220 outstanding personnel. He said the agency also secured 9,263 convictions and…
