GDP Rebasing: Shettima expresses concern over data gaps between NBS, States
ABUJA – Vice-President Alhaji Kashim Shettima has expressed concern over the data and information gap between the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), state governments, and local government areas. Speaking at…
Edo govt reaffirms commitment to safe, inclusive digital future
… Strengthens fight against GBV The Edo State Government has reiterated its commitment to fostering a digitally secured and inclusive society where technology serves as a tool for empowerment, not…
Nigeria can tackle insecurity with homegrown equipment – Expert
A local manufacturing company producing bombs, drones and other sophisticated security equipment, EIB Group, has said Nigeria possesses the indigenous capacity to tackle its security challenges without relying on foreign…
Retired Police officers protest, demand exit from pension scheme
ABUJA — Retired police officers across Nigeria staged a nationwide coordinated protests on Monday, braving heavy rainfall in Abuja and marching peacefully in several states, as they demanded urgent removal…
UBEC decries states’ failure to utilise over N250bn Basic Education funds
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has expressed concern over the failure of many state governments to utilise more than N250 billion in intervention funds disbursed to support basic education…
Obi visit remarks: Edo govt clarifies, reaffirms open-door policy, security protocols
… Mulls partnership with LAPO MfB to empower civil, public servants The Edo State Government has clarified recent remarks by Governor Monday Okpebholo regarding the visit of former Anambra State…
Planned resumption: We’ll stand by Natasha, Says Aisha Yesufu
… As Senate warns against forceful resumption Prominent activist Aisha Yesufu has pledged her support for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who has insisted on resuming her legislative duties on Tuesday, despite…
NUJ Zone ‘F’ demands urgent action on S’ South roads, tasks NDDC on regional infrastructure
UYO — The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Zone F, has called on the Federal Government to prioritise and complete all Trunk A roads across the South-South region, lamenting the…
Constitution review: Edo backs state Police, judicial independence
… Plans electric bus rollout in green transport push YENAGOA, BAYELSA – The Edo State Government has called for sweeping amendments to Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution, including the establishment of state…
Crude oil earnings power 66% of FAAC’s N1.818tn June allocation – AGF
Revenue from crude oil taxes and mineral-related earnings accounted for about 66 per cent of the N1.818 trillion disbursed by the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) for June 2025. The…