The Federal Government has revealed that an estimated ₦880 billion is required annually to keep Nigeria’s extensive federal road network in optimal condition. This figure was disclosed by the Minister of State for Works, Hon. Mohammed Goroyo, during an investigative session convened by the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee probing the status of the statutory
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has thrown his weight behind the forthcoming third edition of the Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS), a prestigious initiative that recognises trailblazing contributions to national development. The annual event, being organised in collaboration with The Best Strategic PR (TBS), is scheduled
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued Public Alert No. 015/2025, notifying the public of the recall of a substandard batch of Juhel Folic Acid Tablets 5mg due to quality concerns. The recall follows routine post-marketing surveillance, which revealed that Batch No. 3403 of the product failed to meet
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially commenced the payment of outstanding arrears to serving corps members across the country. The long-anticipated payment began today, bringing relief and excitement to many beneficiaries. According to officials, the arrears cover adjustments in allowances following recent government reviews aimed at improving the welfare of corps members. The
MAKKAH, Saudi Arabia — Mashariq Al Dhahabia, the Saudi-based service provider approved by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), has organized a series of special events to honor Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Idris Nasir, and his delegation currently in Saudi Arabia. The events are designed to recognize the Governor’s leadership and commitment to ensuring
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) on Wednesday convened the second Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) Stakeholders’ Meeting of 2025, bringing together critical players in the country’s power sector to chart a progressive course for the industry. Held in Abuja, the high-level meeting assembled representatives from generation, transmission, and distribution companies, along with government officials,
Oghara, Delta State — In a move to boost technical and tertiary education in Delta State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Saturday commissioned several major infrastructure projects at the Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara. The commissioned projects include newly constructed lecture halls, administrative blocks, and upgraded road networks within the campus. These developments aim to enhance the
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed fresh criminal charges against the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, accusing him of grand theft and the illegal acquisition of a sprawling estate consisting of 753 duplexes in Abuja, alongside the alleged concealment of billions of naira using proxy
As part of preparations for the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the Oyo State Government has extended economic relief to its civil and public servants through the distribution of subsidised festive commodities. A total of 2,500 workers benefited from the gesture, which included rams, bags of rice, vegetable oil, and other staple food items. The initiative, which
The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 6th, and Monday, June 9th, 2025, as public holidays to commemorate this year’s Eid-ul-Adha festival. This announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government, in a statement released on Friday. The minister congratulated all Muslim faithful both at home
