The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a $500 million replenishment of the Nigeria Trust Fund (NTF), signaling a renewed commitment to advancing private sector growth and inclusive development across the African continent. The move extends the fund’s operational timeline to 2040 and is expected to catalyze targeted investments in low-income and fragile African nations.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially handed over seven Modified Light Tactical Armoured Vehicles (LTAVs) to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s internal security architecture. The handover ceremony, which took place on Tuesday, May 28, 2025, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Police Affairs in Abuja,
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
ABUJA — The Federal Ministry of Education has reiterated its firm stance against examination malpractice, declaring zero tolerance for any form of cheating or unethical conduct in national examinations. In a recent statement, the ministry emphasized that safeguarding the integrity of Nigeria’s educational system is paramount to ensuring fair assessment and maintaining public confidence in
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially launched the Nigeria–East/Southern Africa Air Cargo Corridor, aimed at facilitating and expanding trade between Nigeria and key African markets. The initiative provides Nigerian exporters with discounted air freight rates of up to 50%, making it easier and more affordable to access East and Southern African countries. Unveiled at
Abuja – The Federal Government has revealed plans to install 70,000 new telecommunications towers across Nigeria, with more than 80 percent of the sites designated for the northern region. This move is part of a wider effort to bridge the digital divide and improve access to quality internet services nationwide. The announcement was made by
The Federal Government has stepped up efforts to revive Nigeria’s dormant steel industry with a high-profile inspection visit to Premium Steel and Mines Limited (PSML), formerly known as Delta Steel Company, located in Ovwian-Aladja, Delta State. Leading the delegation was the Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, who reaffirmed the administration of President Bola Tinubu’s
The Federal Government of Nigeria has recovered a $200 million bond and an additional $10 million legal award following its legal victory against Process and Industrial Developments Limited (P&ID) in a high-profile case adjudicated in the United Kingdom. Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, announced the development, describing it
The Federal Government has expressed deep concern over the increasing number of Nigerian students who, after receiving government-funded foreign scholarships, choose to remain abroad and fail to contribute to national development. According to the Minister of Education, Mr. Yusuf Tunji Alausa, an alarming 85 percent of scholarship recipients sponsored to study overseas do not return
KANO — In a move to bolster Nigeria’s cybersecurity capacity and foster innovation in digital security, the Federal Government has commissioned a state-of-the-art Cybersecurity Centre at Bayero University, Kano (BUK). The facility, which was officially handed over on Monday, represents a strategic investment in research, training, and national cyber defense capabilities. The centre is designed
