1 hour ago Illegal Eviction: Court Declines Request To Strike Out ₦300m Suit

A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja, has refused an application to strike out the ₦300 million case involving property developer, Mr. Cecil Osakwe, and others over alleged illegal eviction, insisting that the matter must proceed in the interest of justice. At the resumed sitting on Tuesday, the court noted that […]

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2 h. ago Governance, transparency portal to strengthen accountability in federal tertiary institutions – Alausa

…says we are engaging all unions Tunji Alausa, minister of education said the federal government on Tuesday launched federal tertiary read more Governance, transparency portal to strengthen accountability in federal tertiary institutions – Alausa

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2 h. ago FG pledges support for nurses, midwives to host 2026 Commonwealth conference in Abuja

The federal government has pledged to support the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) in hosting the 2026 read more FG pledges support for nurses, midwives to host 2026 Commonwealth conference in Abuja

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3 h. ago Federal Government Pledges Support For Nigerian Nurses, Midwives To Host C’Wealth Conference

The Federal Government has pledged to support the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) in hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Nurses and Midwives Federation Conference (CNMF), West African Region, in Abuja. Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, stated this on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, when the leadership of the […]

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5 h. ago Federal Government, UNICEF Task Media Practitioners On Responsible Child Rights Reporting

Media practitioners have been urged on a renewed commitment to championing ethical child rights reporting. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Federal Government of Nigeria which gave the charge, said upholding ethical and highest standards of journalism, especially on children issues, was to shape the future they deserve. The UNICEF Chief of the […]

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5 h. ago Brig Gen Samaila Uba assumes office as Director of Defence Information

Uba pledged to operate under 4 strategic priorities, namely unity of purpose, timeliness and transparency, digital innovation...

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6 h. ago First Lady Launches ‘Flow With Confidence’ To Combat Period Poverty, Keep Girls In School

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the “Flow with Confidence” menstrual health initiative in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to tackle period poverty and its impact on female education. The programme, under the education framework of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), aims to distribute a one-year supply of disposable sanitary pads to 370,000 […]

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7 h. ago Court gives Nnamdi Kanu till Nov 5 to defend terrorism charges

Justice James Omotosho of a Federal High Court has given the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, until 5 November 2025...

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8 h. ago Terrorism Charge: Court Gives Kanu Till November 5 To Defend Self Or Waive Right

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court has given the Biafra nation agitator, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, till November 5 to defend the terrorism charge brought against him by the federal government or waive his right to defend self. The court asked Kanu to consult with legal practitioners conversant with criminal laws to aid his […]

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8 h. ago G20: Africa’s growth key to global stability, prosperity – FG

The federal government has called for stronger international cooperation to advance Africa’s industrialisation and agricultural transformation, declaring that the continent’s read more G20: Africa’s growth key to global stability, prosperity – FG

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9 h. ago Ekpo pledges federal backing for $3bn Brass Methanol, gas plants

Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to advancing the Brass read more Ekpo pledges federal backing for $3bn Brass Methanol, gas plants

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11 h. ago Tinubu Has Ordered AGF To Withdraw Court Cases Against Me — Natasha

Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, to withdraw all court cases filed against her. The female lawmaker made the disclosure during a Facebook Live video on Tuesday morning, after she was allegedly prevented from travelling out of the […]

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11 h. ago Trump’s Threat: Cleric Faults Presidency, Says Genocide Exists In Nigeria

A security consultant and cleric, Reverend Ladi Thompson, has faulted what he described as the Federal Government’s denial of genocide in Nigeria, insisting that the killings linked to religious extremism over the past two decades amount to genocide. Speaking on Channels Television on Tuesday morning, Thompson warned that the crisis has reached a level that […]

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11 h. ago Abuja Residents Task Govt On Security, Donates Vigilante Outpost

Residents of Ushafa, in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, have urged the Federal government to prioritise the security and welfare of its citizens, especially those residing in remote areas. The Chairman of the Pmagbe Community Landlord Association, Ushafa, Hon. Emeka Ohaeri, made the call at the weekend during the […]

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11 h. ago Young Progressives Party Expels Anambra Lawmaker For Backing Soludo

The Young Progressives Party has expelled the lawmaker representing Nnewi North, Nnewi South, and Ekwusigo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Peter Uzokwe, over alleged anti-party activities and gross misconduct. His expulsion was announced on Monday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Martins Egbeola, following an emergency meeting of the National Working Committee at […]

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13 h. ago Govt Reports 20% Drop In Deaths, N566bn Recovery Of Stolen Funds

The federal government has recorded significant gains in the fight against insecurity and corruption between September and October 2025, with fatalities dropping by 20 per cent and N566.3 billion recovered from stolen public funds. Director general of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, disclosed this yesterday in Abuja during the October edition of […]

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16 h. ago 15% Petroleum Tax: Premature import restrictions may lead to supply shortages, higher pump prices, LCCI warns

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has expressed concerns over the decision by the Federal Government to impose a 15 per cent import tax on petrol and diesel, noting that such ‘premature restriction’ on imports, without sufficient domestic production, could lead to supply shortages, higher pump prices, and inflationary pressures across critical sectors. […]

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17 h. ago Oyo PDP youth leaders reaffirm loyalty to Makinde, pledge massive mobilisation ahead of 2027 elections

The youth leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State have reaffirmed their unwavering loyalty to Governor Seyi Makinde and restated their commitment to ensuring a resounding victory for the party in the 2027 general elections. This resolution was reached at the end of a meeting held at the PDP State Secretariat, Molete, […]

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18 h. ago FG flags off intensive training for youths in crop production in Ibadan

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Education under the aegis of the IDEAS-TVET initiative, has flagged off an intensive training programme for youths in crop production. The IDEAS–TVET Initiative, which is also supported by the World Bank, was designed to strengthen Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, enhance employability, and […]

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19 h. ago Wike Speaks As Factions Throw Peoples Democratic Party Into Disarray

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was plunged into a deeper crisis as the faction led by the Federal Capital Territory minister, Nyesom Wike, took over control of the party’s national secretariat. The faction’s national chairman, Alhaji Mohammed Abdulrahman (national vice chairman) arrived in the party’s national secretariat in Abuja accompanied by his loyalists. Abdulrahman was […]

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