Faleke Picks APC Forms Push for Tinubu’s 2027 Bid
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul A member of the House of Representatives, James Faleke, has formally obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination forms on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, setting the tone for an early start to the 2027 presidential race. The forms were presented in Abuja by the APC National […]
Foreign Affairs Ministry Kicks Off Induction Training for New Envoys
By Zainab Bakare The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commenced an induction programme in Abuja for newly appointed Ambassadors and High Commissioners-designate ahead of their diplomatic postings. According to spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, the training is designed to strengthen their understanding of Nigeria’s foreign policy priorities, consular duties, and mission administration. Minister of State for Foreign […]
US Mission Warns Nigerians Against Visa Overstay
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The United States Mission in Nigeria has warned Nigerian travellers against visa overstays, saying the practice could affect future applicants. In a statement shared on its official platform on Monday,the Mission stressed the need for strict compliance with U.S. immigration rules. It noted that overstaying visas and misuse of travel documents remain […]
Kano Assembly Ratifies Murtala Garo’s Deputy Governor Nomination
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed Murtala Garo as deputy governor following his screening at plenary on Monday . The confirmation came after lawmakers adopted the report of an ad hoc committee during a session presided over by the Speaker, Jibril Falgore. Deputy Speaker Muhammad Bello said the nomination followed […]
Tinubu Commends Nigeria’s 91.45% ICAO Aviation Safety Rating
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has hailed Nigeria’s aviation sector after the country recorded a 91.45 per cent safety rating from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), describing the achievement as a major boost for investor confidence and the nation’s global credibility. According to a statement issued by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the score […]
Wike Waives C of O Fees for Law School Bwari
By Sofiat Adenekan -Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has approved a waiver of Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) fees for the Nigerian Law School Bwari campus. Wike announced the decision during a meeting with the Director-General of the school, Olugbemisola Odusote, who led a delegation to his office in Abuja […]
Tax Ombudsman Pushes Fairness in Nigeria’s Tax System
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s Tax Ombudsman, John Nwabueze, has called for a shift in the country’s tax culture, advocating for one built on trust and understanding rather than fear or coercion. He stated this at the 159th meeting of the Joint Revenue Board in Lagos, where he stated that improving tax compliance depends on strengthening […]
Minister Urges Full Operation of Nigeria Sugar Institute
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Minister of State for Industry, John Enoh, has called for the full operationalisation of the Nigeria Sugar Institute (NSI), stressing its importance in advancing research, training, and technical support within the sugar sector. Enoh made the call during a visit to the institute in Ilorin, Kwara State, where he commended the […]
Finance Minister Oyedele Vows to Sustain Economic Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has assured investors that the Federal Government will not reverse ongoing economic reforms. Speaking in Lagos at the launch of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group Private Sector Outlook 2026, Oyedele stressed that policy consistency is now a top priority, “We […]
PDP Crisis Deepens as Wike Camp Unveils Primaries Plan
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Fresh tensions have erupted within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following a bold move by the camp loyal to Nyesom Wike to commence preparations for nationwide party primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the centre of the renewed crisis is the outcome of the 108th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting […]