2 h. ago Reverse Ban On Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song ‘Tell Your Papa’, Soyinka Tells Federal Gov’t

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has criticised the recent ban on the protest song ‘Tell Your Papa’ by Nigerian rapper cum activist Eedris Abdulkareem. LEADERSHIP recalls that Abdulkareem, known for his similar protest song ‘Jaga Jaga’, which was critical of the then President Olusegun Obasanjo administration, recently released a new single titled ‘Tell Your Papa’, […]

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28 h. ago Adamawa govt earmarks N2bn for youths, farmers to tackle food insecurity

As part of efforts to boost agricultural production and food security drive of the Federal Government, the Adamawa State Government read more Adamawa govt earmarks N2bn for youths, farmers to tackle food insecurity

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29 h. ago Federal Gov’t Dismisses Targeted Persecution Of Nigerian Christians

The federal government has refuted a report by the United States Embassy in Abuja, claiming that Christians in Nigeria have been systematically targeted for extermination and other forms of persecution by fundamentalist Islamists in the country. Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, in a statement on Friday, descibed the report as […]

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53 h. ago Again, Federal Gov’t Dismisses Allegations Of Lopsided Political Appointments

The Federal Government has dismissed recent claims suggesting imbalance and favouritism in federal appointments, reaffirming the Bola Tinubu administration’s commitment to equity, fairness, and national unity. In a statement issued on Friday by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), the government described the allegations, particularly those circulating on social […]

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54 h. ago Benue To Partner Federal Gov’t On Empowerment, Resettlement Of IDPs

The Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintain a strong collaboration with the Federal Government to support the resettlement and empowerment of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the state. Executive Secretary of BSEMA, Sir James Iorpuu disclosed this during the monthly distribution of food and non-food items to IDPs. […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Orders Tertiary Institutions To Publicly Advertise Job Vacancies

The Federal Ministry of Education has directed all its tertiary institutions nationwide to henceforth advertise all job vacancies publicly. The ministry issued the directive in an official statement released by its Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade. According to the statement, the directive aimed to promote transparency, equity, and open competition in the […]

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5 d. ago Federal Gov’t Mulls 2025 Budget Review To Cushion Effect Of US Tariff Hike

The Nigerian government has said that it was considering an adjustment to its N54.99trn 2025 national budget as part of measures to respond to potential shocks of the United States’ global trade tariff hike. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, gave the hint on Monday at a Corporate Governance Forum […]

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5 d. ago Federal Gov’t Begins Technical Upgrade Of Public Media Organisations

The federal government has commenced investment in cutting-edge technologies and the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment for public media organisations to enhance effective service delivery. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammad Idris, in a statement issued to journalists on Monday in Abuja, stated this in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, during discussions with leading […]

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6 d. ago CCYM Asks Federal Gov’t To Reign In TikToker Seaking For Insulting Christian Clerics

The President of the Concerned Christian Youth Movement (CCYM), Dr. Paul Adama, has called on the relevant authorities to urgently curtail a TikToker, known as Seaking, from insulting respected Christian leaders, warning that if left unchecked, it could escalate into a religious crisis. In a statement released on Monday, Dr. Adama emphasised the importance of […]

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7 d. ago Federal Gov’t Reacts To Trump’s 14% Tariff On Nigerian Exports

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reacted to the recent imposition of a 14% tariff on Nigerian exports by the United States. LEADERSHIP recalls that the President Donald Trump imposed a 14% tariff against Nigeria, claiming the country operates a trade surplus. However, a statement signed and released on Sunday by the Minister of Industry, […]

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7 d. ago Federal Gov’t Addressing Insecurity In Plateau Communities, Says NSA Ribadu

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has stated that the Federal Government is currently addressing the recent security breaches in some communities of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Ribadu made this known at the headquarters of Operation SAFE HAVEN during an operational visit to the State on Sunday. A statement issued […]

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7 d. ago UNIDO, Federal Gov’t Sign Pact To Promote Nigeria’s Industrial Development

United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and the Federal Government  have signed a 4 -year Programme Country Partnership (PCP) Flagship Strategy (2024 – 2028) to support the government of Nigeria in promoting and accelerating inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Nigeria. The historic pact was signed between UNIDO and   the Federal Ministry of Budget and […]

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8 d. ago Disclose Your Budgetary Allocations, Others To Public Online, Federal Gov’t Mandates Tertiary Institutions

The Federal Government has directed all Vice-Chancellors, Rectors, and Provosts of its tertiary institutions to publish key institutional data on their official websites for public consumption with immediate effect. To comply with this directive, all federal institutions were required to update their websites not later than May 31, 2025. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Orders Reopening Of Lagos Bridge, Opts For Palliative Repairs

The Federal Government has announced the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge (Ahmadu Bello Way-Marina bound) in Lagos to vehicular movement, opting for palliative fixes while deferring full rehabilitation works. Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, gave the directive in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Seeks Tangible Investment By International Oil Firms

  The federal government has called on major oil companies operating in the country to reciprocate its efforts in enhancing the investment climate by committing tangible investments to the sector. This appeal comes after significant reforms aimed at improving regulatory stability and fiscal competitiveness in the oil and gas industry. Minister of State for Petroleum […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Partners VHI On Development Of National Monuments

The federal government through the National Commission for Museums and Monuments has pledged to collaborate with the Vernacular Heritage Initiative (VHI) in the development of national monuments nationwide. Director general of the commission, Olugbile Holloway made the pledge the representative of VHI, Dr Obafemi Olukoya handed over the Egbo Egbo Bassey House Project reports and […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t To Establish Renewed Hope Cultural Villages Nationwide

The Federal Government has announced intentions to create ‘Renewed Hope Cultural Villages’ in all 36 states to enhance Nigeria’s vibrant cultural heritage and stimulate the creative sector. Special Assistant to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Abiola Jagunlabi, in an interview with journalists in Ilorin, Kwara State capital, revealed that this initiative […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Prioritises Irrigation To Boost Food Security – Minister

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Joseph Utsev, has inspected the Makurdi Irrigation Project under the Lower Benue River Basin Authority, reinforcing the federal government’s commitment to enhancing food production through irrigation and dry-season farming. The minister said that the initiative aligns with the administration’s broader goal of achieving national food security. Speaking […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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2 w. ago YEIDEP: Keystone Bank Lauds Federal Gov’t, Minister For Empowering Nigerian Youths

Keystone Bank Limited has lauded the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for its undying support towards youth development in Nigeria. The bank expressed its appreciation at a solidarity dinner held in honour of Comrade Ayodele Olawande, the Minister for Youth Development, and Comrade Kennedy Iyere, the Coordinator-General of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Program (YEIDEP) […]

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