The Lagos State Government has stepped up efforts to restore and promote historical monuments across the state, as part of a broader agenda to preserve the cultural identity of Nigeria’s commercial capital and position it as a top heritage tourism destination. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, accompanied by key members of his cabinet, recently led a series
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, has commended the Ministry of Police Affairs for its recent donation of seven Modified Light Tactical Armoured Vehicles (LTAVs) to the Nigeria Police Force. The handover ceremony took place on May 28, 2025, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Speaking at the event, the Minister of Police Affairs,
The Minister of State for Regional Development, Hon. Uba Maigari Ahmadu, on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, at the Government House in Maiduguri. The visit comes ahead of the official commissioning of multiple development projects executed by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) in the
In a bold move to reposition Nigeria’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, the Federal Government has announced the introduction of a monthly stipend of N45,000 for all students enrolled in technical colleges across the country. This was disclosed by the Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Prof. Idris
Investors Embrace Ethical Financing as Sukuk Oversubscribed by 735% Nigeria’s journey into faith-based, ethical financing has hit an extraordinary milestone with the Federal Government’s sixth Sovereign Sukuk issuance attracting a record-breaking ₦2.205 trillion in subscriptions, an oversubscription of 735% against the initial ₦300 billion offered. This landmark achievement not only cements Sukuk’s place in Nigeria’s
In an official statement issued by the Presidency, the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Mr. Dada Olusegun, has firmly refuted recent claims suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is seeking to borrow a lump sum of $20 billion. The clarification was issued to address growing public confusion over the contents of the
The Emir of Lafia, His Royal Highness Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad I (rtd), has lauded the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for its pivotal role in transforming road safety management in Nigeria, describing the agency as a game-changer in the nation’s transport and public safety landscap Speaking during a courtesy visit by a delegation of
In a determined bid to stem the tide of road traffic accidents and restore discipline among motorists in Nasarawa State, Governor Abdullahi Sule has officially flagged off a statewide traffic enforcement drive christened ‘Operation Sanity’. The campaign, launched in partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), is designed to address the growing menace of
The Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, has offered a candid perspective on Nigeria’s enduring struggle against insurgent groups Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), noting that the fight extends beyond conventional warfare and has become a deeply rooted battle against the Nigerian state itself. Speaking in
In a decisive move to clamp down on unlawful exploitation of mineral resources, operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested 17 individuals suspected of engaging in illegal mining activities in Kogi State. The operation, which also saw the seizure of several vehicles and equipment allegedly used in the illicit enterprise,
