Abuja – June 24, 2025 – The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced a significant shift in its operational procedures, revealing plans to increase tariffs across its airports and abolish cash payments at all service points as part of broader reforms aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and revenue collection. According to a statement
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC), a key initiative aimed at enhancing access to credit for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. In a significant development, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, has been appointed as the Chairman
In a significant policy reversal, the United States has directed approximately 532,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to leave the country. This action revokes the temporary legal status and work permits granted under the humanitarian parole program initiated by the Biden administration in 2022. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that affected
Lagos, Nigeria – June 2025In a strategic move to drive innovation and improve operational efficiency across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), the Lagos State Government has officially launched the MDA-Assisted Creativity Solution Initiative. The initiative, unveiled by the Office of Transformation, Creativity and Innovation (OTCI), is aimed at harnessing internal talent within government establishments to
Lagos, Nigeria – June 2025The Lagos State Government has announced that the harmonised academic calendar for the 2025/2026 school year will be finalised and made public within the next two weeks. The Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo, made this known while addressing journalists in Alausa, Ikeja, on the State’s preparations for the upcoming academic
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, has called for a constitutional ban on cross-carpeting by elected executive and legislative office holders in Nigeria. Jega, who made the recommendation while speaking at a public policy forum, argued that frequent defections by politicians undermine democratic stability, weaken political institutions, and betray
The Federal Government has announced plans to fully transition the civil service to a paperless system by December 2025, in a bid to enhance efficiency, reduce bureaucracy, and promote environmentally friendly governance practices. The move, driven by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), aligns with ongoing reforms under the
The Lagos State Government has been advised to prioritise the development of robust digital systems to generate reliable data that can drive more efficient and accountable sanitation management across the state. This call was made by Ridwan Sorunke, Founder of the Policy Vault Project and a principal at Dev-Afrique Development Advisors, in a statement issued
Addis Ababa — The African Union Commission has expressed deep concern over the recent travel ban imposed by the United States on citizens from several African countries. In a statement released today, the Commission underscored the need for fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory immigration policies that respect the dignity and rights of African travelers. The Commission
Abuja — The Federal Government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to promoting administrative excellence within the Federal Civil Service, emphasizing reforms aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and service delivery. Speaking at the recent Federal Civil Service reform summit, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, highlighted the government’s strategic plans to modernize civil
