Reps Probe PFIPC Inclusion in 2026 Budget
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives is set to inaugurate an ad hoc committee on Monday to investigate the controversial inclusion of the unestablished Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) in the 2026 Appropriation Act. This comes as fresh concerns emerge over the exclusion of the President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, from the […]
Spain Beat Argentina to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions for the second time after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in a gripping final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, bringing the curtain down on a memorable 2026 tournament. Having dominated possession and dictated the pace for much of the encounter, La […]
FG Deploys Digital Tools to Cut Business Regulation
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government says it is using digital technology to reduce regulatory bottlenecks that undermine businesses, describing excessive regulation as a major drag on Nigeria’s economy. Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Owan-Enoh, stated this at the weekend in Abuja at the launch of the Digital Standards Platform […]
NAICOM Gives Insurers 14 Days to Meet Capital Deadline
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has given insurance companies 14 days to meet the July 31, 2026 recapitalisation deadline, warning that the timeline is mandatory and will not be shifted. Commissioner for Insurance, Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, issued the warning on Friday at the investiture of Akinjide Orimolade as the 53rd President and […]
CSOs Demand Tougher Power Reforms For Clean Energy
By Oluwakemi Kindness Civil society organisations have called for stronger consumer protection, tougher action against electricity crimes and greater public participation in West Africa’s clean energy transition.Civil society organisations have called for stronger consumer protection, tougher action against electricity crimes and greater public participation in West Africa’s clean energy transition. This is as they warned […]
NDLEA, NCC Sign Anti-Drug, Anti-Piracy Pact
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) have sealed a strategic partnership aimed at dismantling criminal networks involved in drug trafficking, copyright piracy and other organised crimes across Nigeria. The two agencies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the NDLEA headquarters in Abuja on Friday, […]
Nigeria Customs releases N7.61bn pension to 4,237 retirees
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has released N7.61 billion to nine Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) for immediate payment to 4,237 retired officers, as Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi reaffirmed his commitment to improving retirees’ welfare. A statement on Friday by Abdulahi Maiwada says Adeniyi announced the disbursement during a dialogue with retired […]
INEC Strenghten Cyber Systems Ahead of 2027 Election
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reviewed its cybersecurity systems, data infrastructure and disaster recovery plans as part of preparations for the 2027 general election. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja while receiving the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, and his delegation. Amupitan […]
Falana Threatens Legal Action Over Judges’ Abuja Mansions
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has threatened to challenge the Federal Government in court over its decision to hand over newly built luxury houses to judges in Abuja’s Katampe district. Falana described the move as discriminatory and illegal, arguing that the government should not provide special housing benefits to one group of […]
FG Moves to Wipe Out Deadly Sheep, Goat Disease by 2030
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Federal Government has renewed its plan to eradicate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a highly contagious disease affecting sheep and goats, by 2030. The government said it will rely on stronger disease surveillance, wider vaccination campaigns and cross-border cooperation to achieve the target. Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Livestock […]