By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new welfare package aimed at improving the working conditions and benefits of civil servants across the country. The package includes an increase in key allowances, as well as the introduction of additional support measures designed to enhance the well-being of government workers. Among the highlights […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has approved a 100 percent Duty Tour Allowance (DTA) for civil servants as part of a broader effort to improve workers’ welfare and enhance service delivery. The announcement was made by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, who stated that the new policy is […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has announced an expansion of ongoing reforms in the education, skills development, and creative economy sectors aimed at empowering young Nigerians and improving employability. The initiative was disclosed through an official statement from the Federal Ministry of Education, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening human capital development and aligning […]
Ravleen Kaur Delhi summers are a good time for Jharna Khatun to earn. She runs a micro material recovery facility in an informal settlement near Chanakyapuri, the capital’s diplomatic enclave. “Summers bring in a large amount of PET bottles. PET fetches the best price in the recycling market — ₹30 per kilogram,” says Khatun who […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian military has inaugurated a general court-martial to try 36 personnel accused of involvement in an alleged coup plot against the government. The court-martial was set up in Abuja under tight security as part of ongoing efforts to investigate and address threats to national security. According to reports, the accused personnel […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a fresh set of appointments in the education sector as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen key institutions across the country. The appointments cover several federal agencies and institutions, including the National Examinations Council (NECO), the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), the National Library of […]
By Erewunmi Peace Shareholders of Nigerian Breweries Plc have commended the company for its strong financial recovery and return to profitability, following a period of economic challenges that affected operations. The commendation was made at the company’s 80th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos, where stakeholders reviewed the company’s performance for the 2025 financial […]
By Erewunmi Peace A serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member has reportedly been beaten to death in Benue State after being mistaken for a motorcycle thief by a vigilante group. The incident occurred in Buruku Local Government Area of the state during a night patrol operation carried out by local security volunteers. According to […]
By Erewunmi Peace Troops under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have recorded a major breakthrough in ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the Lake Chad axis, killing about 30 terrorists and destroying several logistics boats used by insurgents. The operation, carried out in the Lake Chad waterways, involved coordinated air and ground assaults targeting suspected Boko Haram and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has resigned from his position in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet to pursue his ambition of contesting the Oyo State governorship election. Adelabu’s resignation was contained in a letter addressed to the President, in line with constitutional requirements that public office holders seeking elective positions must […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has criticised Senator Ned Nwoko over his handling of the proposed Anioma State creation, saying the approach being used is not proper and requires broader consensus. Okowa stated that the agitation for Anioma State should not be driven as a personal or one-sided campaign, but should […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has commented on reported tensions within Nigeria’s economic management team, saying that former Finance Minister Wale Edun was not pleased with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s increasing reliance on Taiwo Oyedele in key fiscal policy decisions. Akande explained that the development reflected internal dynamics within the administration’s economic […]
By Erewunmi Peace The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has officially launched the National Innovation Commercialisation Initiative in Kano State, aimed at transforming local innovations and research into commercially viable products. The programme, known as the Energised Commercialisation Now (ECoN) initiative, was unveiled during a ceremony held in Kano State, where stakeholders from the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured an interim forfeiture order from a Federal High Court over opioid consignments valued at approximately ₦33.6 billion, seized at the Onne Port in Rivers State. The drugs were intercepted during a major anti-narcotics operation targeting illegal drug trafficking networks. The agency confirmed that […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has removed the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, as part of a recent cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening governance and improving policy delivery. The development also affected another cabinet member, as the President made adjustments to key positions within his administration. According to official statements, the reshuffle was […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a public warning over the activities of individuals impersonating its operatives to carry out illegal raids and extort unsuspecting Nigerians. In a statement, the anti-graft agency disclosed that the fake operatives have been staging unauthorized “sting operations” while posing as EFCC officials. The […]
By Erewunmi Peace Retirees of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) have threatened to shut down seaports across the country over alleged unpaid pension benefits spanning more than 16 years. The pensioners, under their association, issued a seven-day ultimatum to the authorities, demanding the payment of outstanding entitlements and the implementation of pension adjustments. According to […]
By Erewunmi Peace Health authorities in Nigeria have confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Cross River State, prompting renewed public health measures and monitoring. The case involves a 53-year-old expatriate who tested positive after presenting symptoms consistent with the virus. Officials disclosed that the patient is currently receiving medical care, while efforts are underway […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is continuing legal action against a pastor accused of orchestrating a ₦1.3 billion fraud scheme under the guise of a fake grant program. The suspect, identified as Apostle Theophilus Oloche Ebonyi, was earlier arrested by the anti-graft agency over allegations of defrauding unsuspecting victims through […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out successful airstrikes targeting terrorist hideouts in the Sambisa Forest area of Borno State, killing several insurgents. The operation was conducted under Operation Hadin Kai, a military campaign focused on restoring peace and security in Nigeria’s North-East region. According to military sources, the airstrikes were […]
