The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has applauded President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, for what it described as the remarkable progress being recorded in road infrastructure development across Nigeria. The coalition, in a statement titled “Road Infrastructure: CUPP Commends President Tinubu, Calls for Consistency”, and signed by its […]
Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, actively courted global investors at the China Mining Conference in Tianjin, urging them to significantly increase their stakes in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. The Minister confidently declared that recent, major government reforms have positioned Nigeria as “one of the best destinations for mining investment” worldwide. […]
The Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, has directed the construction firm, Arab Contractors, to ensure the completion of the remaining 4.5-kilometre section of the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway in Abia State before the end of November 2025. Umahi gave the directive on Friday during an inspection tour of the project in Aba, Abia State, […]
Senator Ali Ndume (Borno Central) has criticized the Federal Government and the National Assembly for their alleged failure to act promptly and diplomatically to counter the growing “misconception” about religious persecution in Nigeria, which he says led to the recent U.S. designation. The criticism follows the declaration by U.S. President Donald Trump on his […]
The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversions and movement adjustments in parts of the city ahead of the Cycology X Itel Tour de Nigeria Cycling Race, scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 2, 2025, between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, in […]
In a move aimed at confronting rising concerns over drug abuse and cult-related violence, the Gombe State Youth Parliament on Saturday inaugurated a comprehensive campaign to eradicate substance misuse and social vice across the state. The initiative drew participation from youth leaders, traditional and religious figures, health professionals, and security agencies, illustrating a unified […]
Arsenal strengthened their grip on the Premier League summit on Saturday with a 2–0 win over Burnley at Turf Moor, as Viktor Gyokeres ended his scoring drought to help the Gunners move seven points clear at the top. The Swedish striker opened scoring with a well-timed header before Declan Rice doubled the visitors’ lead before […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is set to introduce the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system for the upcoming 2026 continental FIFA World Cup play-offs later this month, according to Soccernet. This marks a significant change from the main qualification phase, where the technology was not utilized, a decision that led to several controversial calls. […]
The Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, on Friday led a team of leading South-East business figures on a courtesy visit to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as part of efforts to deepen collaboration between government and private investors. The visit, held at Lagos House, Marina, represents a renewed push by the Federal […]
