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President Bola Tinubu officially inaugurated the construction of the ambitious 700km Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, highlighting its transformative potential for Nigeria’s transportation infrastructure. Speaking from the Ahmadu Bello Way in Victoria Island, Lagos, the President Tinubu emphasized that this project would not only revolutionize transportation but also enhance the economic vitality of each region it traverses….

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring the state’s status as a leader in education and agriculture. Speaking at the 9th to 13th combined convocation ceremony at Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) Katsina, Governor Dikko Radda highlighted efforts to upgrade school infrastructure and facilities to improve educational standards. Governor…

President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the necessity of an effective local government system for Nigeria’s development. During a meeting with the Yoruba Leaders of Thought at the State House on Friday, he highlighted that transformative governance must address the citizens’ critical needs through a reinforced federal structure. “Effective local government administration is crucial for community…

On May 23, 2024, the former Minister of Aviation, Mr. Hadi Abubakar Sirika, his brother Ahmad Abubakar Sirika, and two companies, Enginos Nigeria Limited and Samahah Integrated Investment Limited, faced the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Garki. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned them on an amended 10-count charge related to…

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….