Abuja, June 17, 2025 – The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated a strategic dialogue with Loughborough University, United Kingdom, aimed at fostering structural transformation and rebuilding existing systems within Nigeria’s education sector. During a courtesy visit by a delegation from Loughborough University, the Honourable Minister of State for Education, Professor Swaibu Sa’id Ahmad, affirmed
Abuja, Nigeria – June 11, 2025 The Federal Government has responded to recent media reports regarding a potential forward sale of crude oil by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), clarifying that no final decision has been made on the matter. In a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations
The Federal Government is set to lose a significant portion of a World Bank facility, amounting to $10 million, following persistent lapses in audit standards and delays in the implementation of key reforms under the Fiscal Governance and Institutions Project (FGIP). The $103 million programme, backed by the International Development Association (IDA), the concessional lending
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed strong support for the national campaign to introduce the Measles-Rubella vaccine into the country’s routine immunization schedule. This move is aimed at boosting child health and preventing preventable diseases among vulnerable populations. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, reaffirmed the government’s commitment while receiving a
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to infrastructure development with the approval of ₦507 billion for the reconstruction of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano dual carriageway. The decision was taken during the March 2025 meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This key national infrastructure project spans a total of 164
The Federal Ministry of Education has strongly condemned the assault on a vice principal at Complete Child Development College, Aule, Akure, Ondo State, by suspected thugs allegedly hired by the parents of a student involved in examination malpractice. According to a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, the attack
In a bold move to address Nigeria’s rising youth unemployment and stimulate industrial development, the Federal Government has launched a comprehensive Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme aimed at equipping young Nigerians with job-ready skills that meet global standards. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony in Abuja on Friday, Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir
Investors Embrace Ethical Financing as Sukuk Oversubscribed by 735% Nigeria’s journey into faith-based, ethical financing has hit an extraordinary milestone with the Federal Government’s sixth Sovereign Sukuk issuance attracting a record-breaking ₦2.205 trillion in subscriptions, an oversubscription of 735% against the initial ₦300 billion offered. This landmark achievement not only cements Sukuk’s place in Nigeria’s
The Federal Government has announced the successful clearance of more than 200,000 pending passport applications, alongside the settlement of ₦28 billion in outstanding debts related to passport services. This milestone was achieved without any additional funding from the government, according to the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Speaking at the Access Bank Guest Lecture Series
In a decisive move to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare delivery system, the Federal Government has commissioned five key infrastructure projects at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The commissioning, which took place on Saturday, May 24, 2025, underscores the government’s commitment to revitalizing tertiary healthcare institutions across the country. The Minister of State
