Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has openly expressed regret over certain unfulfilled projects during his administration, attributing the delays to initial challenges and unforeseen obstacles. Speaking during a recent gathering with journalists and commissioners in Lafia, the state capital, Governor Sule emphasized his commitment to completing ongoing projects and ensuring that Nasarawa State remains […]
The Federal Government has officially endorsed the expansion of dredging activities at the Lekki Deep Seaport in Lagos, signaling a major step towards strengthening Nigeria’s maritime trade and positioning the country as a transshipment hub in West and Central Africa. The announcement was made during the inaugural visit of the Managing Director of the Nigerian […]
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has revealed that China has expressed keen interest in Nigeria’s lithium resources, identifying the country as a key leader on the African continent. Speaking during a recent public engagement, Governor Sule stated that China’s growing involvement in Nigeria’s mining sector, particularly in lithium exploration and processing, is a direct […]
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has sealed the Access Bank branch located in Wuse, Abuja, following the bank’s failure to pay outstanding ground rent obligations. This enforcement action is part of a broader clampdown initiated by the FCTA targeting property owners across the capital who have defaulted on ground rent payments, some for over […]
Saudi Arabia has stopped Kaduna-based Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi from performing the 2025 Hajj and deported him back to Nigeria. Sheikh Gumi confirmed this in a post made on Monday, May 26, 2025, via his Facebook page. He said the Saudi government had granted him a visa to enter the country for Hajj, but […]
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has strongly denied allegations by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) that it owes ground rent for 25 years. In a statement released today, the FIRS described the claims as “falsehood” and “untrue”, stating that all ground rent dues have been paid up to 2023. According to […]
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has strongly condemned the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) over the closure of one of its offices in Abuja, calling the action “malicious” and “unprofessional.” In a statement released via X (formerly Twitter), Arabirin Aderonke Atoyebi, Technical Assistant on Broadcast Media to the FIRS Executive Chairman, accused […]
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has withdrawn the controversial Compulsory Voting Bill following widespread criticism and mounting public pressure. The bill, which proposed to make voting mandatory for all eligible Nigerian citizens, had triggered intense debate across the country regarding its implications for civil liberties and democratic principles. Many […]
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has strongly denied allegations by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) that it owes ground rent for 25 years. In a statement released today, the FIRS described the claims as “falsehood” and “untrue”, stating that all ground rent dues have been paid up to 2023. According to the FIRS, […]
A damning report released by SBM Intelligence has revealed the devastating economic and security consequences of the sit-at-home protests enforced by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) across Southeast Nigeria since August 2021. The protests, which were initially intended to demand the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, have resulted in a staggering N7.6 trillion […]
