Abuja, Nigeria – June 3, 2025 — Nigeria is advancing plans for a $25 billion undersea gas pipeline project that would channel its vast natural gas reserves to Europe, reinforcing its ambition to become a major player in global energy supply. This was disclosed on Monday by Vice President Kashim Shettima during a high-level meeting
Kano, Nigeria – June 2, 2025 | The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, mni, has expressed deep condolences to the people and government of Kano State following the tragic road crash that claimed the lives of 22 athletes on May 31, 2025. The athletes were returning from the National
The Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to revitalizing the country’s cocoa industry and strengthening the entire agricultural value chain. He said the goal of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration is to reposition Nigeria from being a primary producer of cocoa to becoming a key global processor and
As Nigeria marks the second anniversary of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, citizens, stakeholders, and institutions across the country are reflecting on two years of decisive leadership under the “Renewed Hope” agenda. Since assuming office on May 29, 2023, President Tinubu has steered the nation through a range of bold policy reforms,
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, prominent northern political figures, including former Kano State Governor Ibrahim Shekarau, have urged the coalition of opposition forces led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to abandon the idea of merging with existing parties and instead form a fresh political platform. The leaders believe that establishing a new party
In a decisive move to combat the growing menace of examination malpractice in Nigeria, the Federal Government has announced a nationwide rollout of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) exams. The Minister of Education, Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu, disclosed this development through the Minister of State
The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Barr. (Mrs.) Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has reiterated the urgent need for stronger female representation in Nigeria’s political and business sectors, describing the current gender disparity as a major obstacle to inclusive national development. Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum held in Abuja on Thursday, the Minister emphasized that women must be
A new chapter has opened in the history of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Ikeja Branch, as Engr. Nimot Muili was officially inaugurated as the 16th Chairman of the prestigious branch. The ceremonial handover, which took place at BON Hotel Ikeja Residence in Lagos, was marked by a strong showing of industry professionals, engineering
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised Ogun State for its outstanding execution of the 22nd National Sports Festival, describing the event as “world-class” during the closing ceremony held on Thursday at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta. The multi-sport festival, which ran from May 16 to May 30, attracted over 10,000 athletes representing all
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as visionary leadership that has rekindled national resilience and repositioned Nigeria on the path of sustainable growth and development. In a goodwill message commemorating President Tinubu’s second year in office, Governor Ododo said the president’s bold policy decisions and
