President Donald Trump’s overhaul of U.S. foreign assistance has led to chaos in aid and development, leaving hundreds of contractors in a severe financial crunch. Some aid agencies have already to lay off staff and others are facing millions of dollars in unpaid invoices. Upon resumption of office on Jan. 20, Trump ordered a sweeping…
Nigeria’s Northern States Governors’ Forum has denounced the murder of civilians travelling from Kaduna to attend a wedding in Plateau State, calling the attack “inhuman” and urging immediate justice and national unity in its aftermath. The Forum’s Chairman, Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, issued the condemnation in a statement through his media aide, Ismail…
The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) has demanded a N3.5billion compensation and public apology from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This is coming on the heels of an alleged invasion of the OOPL premises by the EFCC on Sunday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the EFCC operatives…
Abuja will soon host a state-of-the-art multi-event sports centre, following the groundbreaking ceremony performed on Monday by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Located at Kafe District, Life Camp, the project is being executed by Tegwa Nigeria Limited and is expected to be delivered in June 2026. It will include basketball,…
The Supreme Court on Thursday adjourned indefinitely judgment in the legal battle on the Edo Governorship Election Petition. Justice Garba Lawal who presided over hearing of the appeal filed by Mr Asue Ighodalo and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) said that the date for delivery of the judgment would be communicated to parties involved. The…
The Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) has announced that the Federal Government’s investment assets—valued at ₦38.3 trillion—are currently undergoing a comprehensive audit and reform process aimed at strengthening transparency and corporate governance in public enterprises. The Chief Executive Officer of MOFI, Dr. Armstrong Takang, disclosed this during the inauguration of the 2025 Guidelines on Corporate…
The Federal Road Safety Corps says eight passengers were burnt to death in a fatal road accident that occurred at Agbede community, along the Benin-Auchi road, Etsako West Local Government. Mr Cyril Mathew, Edo Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), said this on Monday in Benin City Mathew said eyewitness accounts revealed…
Former EFCC Chairperson Farida Waziri has paid heartfelt tribute to late former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, praising his integrity and revealing how his decisions shaped her career. In a statement released from Abuja on Wednesday, Waziri reflected on Buhari’s passing as a moment that “touched the hearts of millions” and served as a reminder that…
By Paul Mumeh David Alechenu Bonaventure Mark, a retired Army General and President of the 6th and 7th Senate (2007-2011 & 2011-2015), Federal Republic of Nigeria is 75, (April 8, 2023). He is unarguably an accomplished soldier and a successful politician. As a soldier, he rose to the commanding height of…
Nigeria’s education authorities say they are finalising negotiations with university unions to resolve long-standing disputes over pay and conditions and to prevent a return to nationwide strikes. Education Minister Dr Tunji Alausa confirmed on Wednesday that the government is preparing a counter-offer for the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and other tertiary unions. He…
