Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has accused the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, of orchestrating actions to embarrass President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, while simultaneously seeking reconciliation with the presidency. The allegation comes in the wake of a dramatic protest staged by a group of
A coalition of youth organizations in Nigeria, under the banner of the North East Coalition Against Terrorism, has called on the nation’s youth to stand firmly behind the military in its battle against insurgency in the northeast. The coalition, in a statement issued yesterday in Abuja, expressed strong support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and
In a decisive move to alleviate the economic burden on Nigerians, the Federal Government has announced a 40% reduction in transport fares across the country. This initiative is part of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI), aimed at promoting the use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a more affordable and environmentally friendly alternative
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerian governors to remain steadfast in their developmental efforts, urging them to disregard detractors and focus on delivering tangible results that directly impact the lives of their constituents. During his two-day working visit to Katsina State, President Tinubu emphasized that the true measure of leadership lies in concrete
In a significant stride toward advancing cancer research and treatment in Nigeria, a high-powered Nigerian delegation, led by a top health official, visited the prestigious Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center in Rochester, Minnesota, on Friday. The meeting was a strategic engagement aimed at building a robust partnership between Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Health and Social
In a heartwarming display of unity and patriotism, Vice President Kashim Shettima was warmly received by members of the Nigerian community during his recent visit to Libreville, Gabon. The gathering, marked by cultural displays and spirited conversations, underscored the enduring bond between Nigerians at home and those in the diaspora. The Vice President’s visit to
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Friday, formally decorated Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche as the third substantive Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), at a brief but symbolic ceremony held in Abuja. Nwakuche’s appointment, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, follows his earlier role in an acting capacity since December 15, 2024. His
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested several former Managing Directors and top officials of Nigeria’s state-owned refineries in connection with the alleged mismanagement of $2.96 billion earmarked for rehabilitation projects. The arrests, which followed months of investigation, involve former executives of the Port Harcourt Refining Company, Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company, and
Vice President Kashim Shettima has disclosed that he departed Abuja for Libreville, Gabon, on the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to represent Nigeria at the inauguration ceremony of Gabon’s President-elect, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. In a statement issued before his departure, Shettima confirmed his mission, stating, “At the instance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged Nigerian troops with the crucial responsibility of reclaiming every inch of the nation’s territory from the grip of terrorists and criminal elements. He gave this directive during a morale-boosting visit to military personnel stationed in Katsina State on Friday, May 2, 2025. Addressing the troops, President Tinubu praised their
