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The leadership of the Nigerian Senate has summoned key agencies over allegations made by a United States Congressman Scott Perry on Boko Haram sponsorship by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Senate issued the summons at the plenary on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Some of the top security agencies summoned by the … Read more
A Nigerian governor who is reportedly the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has proposed a new law to raise the retirement age for medical doctors from 65 to 70. This is aimed at keeping experienced doctors in the state and reducing the number of healthcare professionals leaving for better opportunities elsewhere. The state’s Commissioner for … Read more
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has suggested that Nigeria should construct two buildings in Abuja to showcase pictures of individuals who contributed to the country’s problems. He believes this will serve as a historical lesson for future generations, ensuring their descendants recognize the negative roles their forefathers played. Speaking at the book launch of former Inspector … Read more
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) have unveiled a working collaboration to enhance the achievement of climate resilience in housing and urban development. Naija News reports that this was the outcome of the meeting held between the Housing Minister, Ahmed Dangiwa and the Director General and … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on traders across the country to reduce the prices of foodstuff in the market. The call by the Federal government comes shortly after it was announced that the inflation rate of the nation had dropped to 24.48 percent. Speaking during the 2025 Wheat Farmers Green Field Day at … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially commissioned the Abule-Egba Bus Terminal, marking a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to improve public transportation infrastructure. This is as he announced a 30 percent reduction in the Red Line transportation fare, making it more affordable for residents to commute within the state. The fare was reduced, … Read more
The National Assembly has rescinded its decision on the passage of the 2025 budget bill due to errors identified in allocations to capital and recurrent expenditures. The reversal, which took place on Tuesday, was necessitated by the need for adjustments in key sectors. Despite the corrections, the total budget size remains unchanged at N54.99 trillion. … Read more
Customs brokers and importers are facing redundancy and low patronage over increase in the cost of clearing goods at the ports. It was gathered that series of tariffs and surcharges by liners, terminal operators and service providers had discouraged people from importing goods as most of them cannot afford to bring in as many containers … Read more
As the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) begins its first meeting of 2025 today, there is more than usual interest in what is likely to be the outcome of the twoday gathering, given the consensus among analysts that inflation is likely to decline this year, writes Tony Chukwunyem Although meetings of the … Read more
The Benue State House of Assembly has moved to remove Justice Maurice Ikpambese, the Chief Judge of Benue State, from office, citing a series of ethical violations and actions deemed incompatible with his position. The resolution, passed by a majority vote on Tuesday, February 18th, followed a motion condemning Justice Ikpambese’s misconduct and abuse of … Read more