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The Federal Government has announced that the nation is ready to commence domestic manufacturing of military equipment following the recent approval of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria Bill by President Bola Tinubu. This development is expected to boost Nigeria’s military capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign arms suppliers. The Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru,…

In a significant development, the Nigerian police force, in collaboration with the local vigilante group Askarawa, has successfully apprehended Bashir Bature Kaura, a key informant for bandits operating in Zamfara State. Kaura, whose activities have been instrumental in terrorizing and kidnapping residents, was arrested in a coordinated operation targeting criminal elements in the region. His…

Through the Minister of Housing, Ahmed Dangiwa reveals that the federal government has launched a portal to facilitate all transactions related to acquiring Renewed Hope Housing estates across Nigeria. The portal aims to provide a seamless and transparent process for eligible citizens to participate in the scheme. According to the Minister of Housing, Ahmed Dangiwa,…

The long-anticipated commencement of operations at the Port Harcourt refinery is slated for the end of July, as announced by Chief Ukadike Chinedu, the National Public Relations Officer of the Independent Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN). This development follows numerous delays that have stalled the refinery’s operations, which boast a significant capacity of 210,000 barrels…

The Kano State House of Assembly’s decision to reassess the controversial government decree that divided the state into five emirates in 2019 is a significant development in the state’s political landscape. The decree, passed during the previous administration, established four new emirates in addition to the ancient Kano Emirate, sparking widespread criticism from various stakeholders….

The long-held dream of Nigerian students to pursue higher education without financial barriers is closer to reality with the launch of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). On May 24th, 2024, NELFUND officially opened its application portal, signaling a transformative shift in the nation’s educational landscape. This initiative, led by Managing Director Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr,…