The House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption has called on state governments across the country to domesticate and implement anti-corruption laws to strengthen transparency and accountability at subnational levels. Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, made the call during a public hearing on anti-corruption efforts held in Abuja on Tuesday. He emphasized that the […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an ambitious plan to train five million Nigerians in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging digital technologies over the next three years. The initiative is aimed at preparing Nigeria’s workforce for the demands of a fast-evolving global digital economy. The training program will be implemented through the Digital Bridge […]
Prominent African entrepreneur and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has expressed optimism about the current trajectory of Nigeria’s economy, stating that the country’s currency, the naira, is becoming increasingly stable. Speaking at the 2025 Qatar Economic Forum, Elumelu who is Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, emphasized that the […]
In a grand celebration of President Bola Tinubu’s two-year milestone, the Federal Capital Territory Administration is set to unveil a spectacular array of newly completed projects. A 19-day inauguration extravaganza, commencing on June 10, 2025, will showcase the administration’s remarkable achievements. Under the visionary leadership of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, the 14th Executive Committee […]
Chelsea Manager, Enzo Maresca has expressed his discontent over the scheduling of the UEFA Conference League final, citing an unfair advantage given to their opponents, Real Betis. The Italian boss believes that the Spanish side has been granted an extra 48 hours to prepare for the final, which could significantly impact the outcome of the […]
Governor Muhammadu Yahaya of Gombe State has taken a significant step towards revolutionizing the state’s energy sector by signing into law a landmark legislation that empowers the state to manage its electricity affairs. The new law, which was passed by the state’s House of Assembly in April, provides a framework for the state to […]
As the July 1 enforcement deadline approaches, the Lagos State Government has once again provided clarifications on the scope of its statewide ban on single-use plastics. In a bid to address misconceptions and deliberate misinformation, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has reiterated that the ban does not encompass all […]
Abia State Government has rescheduled the planned inauguration of key infrastructure projects, including the 6.7-kilometer Port Harcourt Road in Aba and the Abia Medical City project, which were initially set to take place on May 23, 2025. According to Prince Kanu, the Commissioner for Information, the event has been postponed to June due to […]
A high-level meeting between Nigeria’s Education Minister, Dr. Tunji Alausa, and the UK’s Education Secretary, Bridget Philipson, has yielded significant outcomes, paving the way for enhanced cooperation in foundational education. The talks, held on the sidelines of the ongoing World Education Forum in London, explored avenues for skills development and capacity building in Nigeria’s […]
Former governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido has revealed a dramatic confrontation with the current President, Bola Tinubu, over a wave of violent attacks targeting Northerners in Lagos. Lamido made the disclosure in his recently released autobiography. The crisis, which occurred in 2000, resulted in significant loss of life and property, with many […]
