August 13, 2025

Politics

Politics

President Tinubu Announces Fresh Appointments for Governing Councils of Federal Institutions

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new wave of appointments to the governing councils of several federal institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across the country. The appointments are part of the administration’s strategic efforts to strengthen leadership and improve the overall performance of Nigeria’s tertiary education system. Among the institutions affected

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Customs Politics

PTML Customs Rakes in ₦230 Billion in Eight Months, Credits B’Odogwu Platform for Surge

LAGOS, Nigeria – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a significant boost in revenue generation at the Ports and Terminal Multiservices Limited (PTML) Command, raking in over ₦230 billion within eight months, thanks to the adoption of a homegrown digital platform, B’Odogwu. This was disclosed by Comptroller Tenny Daniyan, Customs Area Controller of the

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Politics

AON Applauds Minister Festus Keyamo on Appointment as BAG Council Chair

The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has lauded the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), following his appointment as Chairman of the Bureau of African Group (BAG) Council of Ministers. The commendation was issued in a statement signed by AON spokesperson and prominent aviation journalist, Chinedu Eze, who described the appointment as

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Economy Politics

Tinubu’s Mining Reforms Boost Revenue Sixfold, Attract $800 Million Foreign Investment – Alake

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s sweeping reforms in Nigeria’s mining sector have resulted in a sixfold increase in government revenue, along with over $800 million in foreign direct investment within a year. Speaking during a feature interview for an upcoming State House documentary to

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General Politics

President Tinubu Seeks NASS Approval for ₦1.48 Trillion Budget for Rivers State Amid Political Crisis

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally written to the National Assembly, requesting approval for a ₦1.48 trillion budget for Rivers State. The request follows the declaration of a state of emergency in the oil-rich state earlier this year, citing deepening political instability that paralyzed governance. In a letter addressed to the Senate President and read

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Politics

Senate, Governor Zulum Urge President Tinubu to Take Swift Action on Terror Threats

The Nigerian Senate and Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum have jointly called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently address the escalating terror threats across the country. Both institutions expressed concern over recent attacks by insurgent groups and emphasized the need for prompt and decisive government intervention to restore security and protect citizens. Speaking on

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Agricultural Politics

Oyo Govt Targets Improved Farming with New Agricultural Development Project

IBADAN — The Oyo State Government has unveiled plans to revolutionize the agricultural sector through the establishment of one-stop shops across various zones, aimed at making farming more profitable, modern, and accessible for smallholder farmers. The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye, disclosed this during a briefing, highlighting that the initiative is

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Politics

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Embrace Unity in Diversity

ABUJA — As the world commemorates the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, has called on Nigerians to draw strength from the country’s cultural richness and shared humanity. In a goodwill message on Tuesday, the First Lady emphasized that Nigeria’s strength lies in

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Politics

Anyanwu Insists on Integrity, Gives Condition for Resignation as PDP National Secretary

ABUJA — The National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has declared that he would only step down from his position if any serving PDP governor can publicly confirm that he accepted any form of inducement from them, including something as trivial as a bottle of water. Anyanwu made the bold

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Featured Politics

Lagos Government Launches Probe into Recruitment of Katsina Labourers by Dangote Refinery Amid Public Concerns

The Lagos State Government has commenced an investigation into the recent employment of 89 labourers from Katsina State by the Dangote Refinery situated in the Ibeju-Lekki area of the state. The development follows a viral video that surfaced online earlier this month, showing a group of young men from the northern state arriving in Lagos

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