Kwara Construction Workers Regain Freedom
By Sulyman Gobir All seven construction workers recently kidnapped in Owa Onire community of Ifelodun have regained their freedom. Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawy Olododo confirmed their freedom on Monday. He commended the efforts of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the security forces to strengthen public safety and rid the state of bandits and terrorists. The […]
House Urges CAC to Harness Digital Tools to Empower Entrepreneurs
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has called on the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to fully leverage digital tools and artificial intelligence to empower entrepreneurs and formalize Nigeria’s economy. Ahmed Munir-Lere, Chairman of the House Committee on Commerce, made the call on Monday in Abuja, during CAC’s 35th anniversary, warning that millions of Nigerian […]
75m Informal Workers Risk Retirement Without Pension – PenCom
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has warned that more than 75 million Nigerians working in the informal sector risk retiring without any pension coverage. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, PenCom Director-General, Omolola Oloworaran, said while pension reforms over the past two decades have strengthened Nigeria’s financial system, their benefits have largely been […]
Customs, COAS, Others Storm NVBF Super Cup Finals in Abuja
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) Super Cup 2026 is heading for a thrilling conclusion in Abuja after a series of high-quality encounters produced the finalists in both the men’s and women’s categories. Nigeria Customs Service stamped their authority in the women’s semifinals with a dominant 3-0 victory over Vipers Spikers, winning 25-17, […]
CAC Unveils Staff Welfare Schemes at 35
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has introduced new welfare initiatives for its workforce, including housing, healthcare and vehicle support, as the Commission marks its 35th anniversary. Registrar-General, Hussaini Ishaq-Magaji, announced the schemes on Saturday during the Commission’s monthly fitness exercise in Abuja, held as part of the anniversary activities. He said the […]
Tinubu Approves Safe Passage for Niger-Bound Cargo
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government has approved the creation of safe corridors and safe passage to facilitate the movement of loaded trucks awaiting clearance to the Republic of Niger. The approval by President Bola Tinubu is part of ongoing efforts to ease transit bottlenecks and strengthen cross-border trade. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale […]
House Queries ₦14.3bn Finance Ministry 2026 Budget Over Capital Spending
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has queried the ₦14.325 billion proposed 2026 budget of the Federal Ministry of Finance over alleged discrepancies in its capital expenditure component. Lawmakers raised the concerns during a budget defence session at the National Assembly with the committee on Finance, questioning the structure of the capital vote and […]
Lawmakers Query ₦470m Foreign Travel Spending Despite Presidential Ban
By Oluwakemi Kindness Lawmakers in the House of Representatives have queried the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET) Plc over ₦470 million spe9nt on foreign travel and training in 2025, despite a presidential directive restricting overseas trips by government officials. The issue was raised on Thursday during the 2025 budget performance review of NBET by the […]
House Threatens Arrest Over ₦100bn FCT Area Council Audit Infractions
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has threatened to order the arrest of the chairmen of the six Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Councils and their Finance Directors over alleged financial infractions exceeding ₦100 billion. The threat followed the submission of an audit report by the Auditor-General for the FCT Area Councils to the […]
Kalu Condemns Fresh Killings in Kwara, Katsina, Benue
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the recent killings in Kwara, Katsina and Benue states, describing the attacks as senseless, barbaric and unacceptable. In a statement on Thursday, Kalu expresses deep sorrow over the loss of lives and destruction of property caused by the violent incidents. […]