Abuja, June 19, 2025 – In a renewed effort to tackle food inflation and enhance agricultural distribution across the country, the Federal Government and state governors have resolved to dismantle illegal checkpoints and eliminate multiple levies that have long hindered the smooth transportation of food items nationwide. The decision was reached during a high-level meeting
The Federal Ministry of Education, in collaboration with UNICEF Nigeria, has unveiled three new handbooks aimed at enhancing school safety and promoting climate awareness across the nation’s learning institutions. The handbooks cover key areas including climate change education, early warning systems, and violence prevention and management in schools. This initiative is part of broader efforts
Abuja, Nigeria – June 17, 2025The Federal Ministry of Education has officially launched LUMINAH 2030, a transformative national initiative aimed at empowering over one million underserved girls and women across Nigeria by the year 2030. The ambitious programme, unveiled in Abuja by the Honourable Minister of Education, is designed to address gender gaps in education
Maiduguri, Borno State – June 17, 2025In a significant move to boost humanitarian support and long-term recovery efforts in the North-East, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, the Borno State Government, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) have signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) to support vulnerable populations across the state. The
Abuja, Nigeria June 18, 2025 — In a bid to advance student welfare and deepen inclusive education across Nigeria, the Honourable Minister of State for Education, Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu, has expressed the Federal Government’s readiness to partner with the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) on key social initiatives affecting students nationwide. The minister
June 16, 2025 – Abuja, Nigeria The Federal Government has formally launched a nationwide Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Empowerment Programme aimed at equipping over 30,000 Nigerian youths with practical skills for economic self-reliance and productivity. The program, flagged off in Abuja, is part of the Tinubu administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda and is
Abuja, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 The Federal Government on Friday announced new measures aimed at reviving the Ajaokuta Steel Company, one of Nigeria’s most strategic yet dormant industrial assets. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Steel Development, the government reaffirmed its commitment to restoring the facility to full operational capacity as part
Abuja, Nigeria – June 14, 202 The Federal Government has unveiled a new youth empowerment programme aimed at tackling unemployment and fostering entrepreneurship among young Nigerians. The initiative, launched by the Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Amina Bello, at the Abuja International Conference Centre, targets over 500,000 youths across the six geopolitical zones. The programme
As part of the events commemorating Nigeria’s 26th Democracy Anniversary, the Federal Government convened a high-level Public Lecture at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, with the theme: “Consolidating the Gains of Nigeria’s Democracy: Necessity of Enduring Reforms.” The gathering brought together key stakeholders in governance, civil society, academia, and the diplomatic community to reflect
The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced the payment of the long-awaited ₦35,000 wage award arrears and officially begun the implementation of a new ₦70,000 minimum wage for civil servants across the country. This development, confirmed by the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, follows months of negotiations with organised labour and forms
