The Nigeria Senate has taken significant legislative steps towards reverting to Nigeria’s former national anthem. In a move that highlights the red chamber’s adaptability, the Nigeria Senate adjusted its rules to facilitate both the first and second readings of the bill on the same day. This expedited process underscores the urgency and importance that lawmakers…
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 Nigerian Senate has taken a significant step towards addressing the lingering herders/farmers conflict in Nigeria. The Senate has resolved to establish an ad hoc committee to convene a national summit on the issue. This decision follows the adoption of a motion on the urgent need for the rehabilitation of communities in Omala, Kogi, affected…
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the passing of President Ebrahim Raisi, Iranian foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials in a helicopter crash. The President’s message was contained in a statement issued by his Media Adviser, Ajuri Ngelale, on Monday. President…
Prof. Usman Yusuf, a political commentator and social activist, notes that the North’s resources have the potential to drive economic development and improve the quality of life for its citizens. “The North is richer than the South because we have agriculture, solid minerals, and the sun for solar energy,” he says. “But what are the…
The acting General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 7 Division and Commander Sector 1 of the Nigerian Army, Brig. Gen. Abubakar Haruna, recently visited the frontline troops engaged in combat against Boko Haram in the notorious Sambisa Forest. During this morale-boosting visit, Gen. Abubakar Haruna commended the troops for their remarkable success in a 10-day…
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,…
Nigerians rejoiced on May 16, 2024, as Emirates Airlines announced its return to the country starting October 1st. This development is seen as a significant step towards rejuvenating the aviation sector and the broader economy, which had been impacted by the airline’s departure. The hiatus, which began in 2022 due to repatriation issues, left a…
The Nigerian Government has launched the ‘Youth Helpdesk’, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing the concerns of young people regarding police conduct. This centralized platform provides a efficient way to manage and resolve complaints about the behavior of police officers and other law enforcement agents. The Youth Helpdesk is a vital step towards promoting accountability…
The Nigerian Government has pledged to empower its youths with skills and education to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development for socio-economic progress. This commitment was made by the Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, at the Ministry’s Management Retreat on Presidential Priorities and Deliverables, themed “Achieving the Eight Presidential Priorities and Deliverables.”…
