3 h. ago Debt servicing, wages gulp 105 percent of Nigeria’s revenue in seven months

Nigeria’s public finances came under intense strain in the first seven months of 2025 as the Federal Government spent more on debt servicing and salaries than it earned in total revenue, raising fresh concerns about fiscal sustainability and the crowding out of growth-enhancing investment.

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6 h. ago 31.1m Nigerians no longer require treatment for lymphatic filariasis — FG

THE Federal Government says 31.1 million Nigerians no longer require treatment for lymphatic filariasis, while 16 million people no longer need medication for onchocerciasis, marking a public health milestone achieved through the recently concluded BLON Project. The announcement was made by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Salako Adekunle, at the […]

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8 h. ago FG Confirms Release Of Nigerian Aircraft, Soldiers After Tuggar Meets Burkina Faso Leader

The Federal Government has confirmed the release of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft and 11 soldiers detained in Burkina Faso after a forced landing. Confirming the development on Wednesday night, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, said the aircraft and personnel had been released. He said, “Yes, they have been […] The post FG Confirms Release Of Nigerian Aircraft, Soldiers After Tuggar Meets Burkina Faso Leader appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago FG calls for swift completion of BUA’s Lafiagi sugar factory

The Federal Government has called on BUA Foods to urgently complete its expansive sugar factory in Lafiagi, Kwara State, as read more FG calls for swift completion of BUA’s Lafiagi sugar factory

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11 h. ago FG advances research commercialisation through strategic industry partnership

The Federal Government has stepped up efforts to commercialise research and innovation as drivers of economic growth. President Bola Ahmed read more FG advances research commercialisation through strategic industry partnership

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13 h. ago Nigeria’s infrastructure bet chokes as debt trap, weak revenue crush N10.8trn capital budget 

The federal government is struggling to turn its ambitious budget plans into real infrastructure spending, recording a steep 73.7 percent read more Nigeria’s infrastructure bet chokes as debt trap, weak revenue crush N10.8trn capital budget 

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14 h. ago FG Reopens All Shut 47 Unity Schools, Vows To Ensure Students’ Safety

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the safety of students and the continuity of education nationwide following the reopening of all 47 Unity Colleges earlier this month. The Federal Ministry of Education disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday by its Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade. According to the […] The post FG Reopens All Shut 47 Unity Schools, Vows To Ensure Students’ Safety appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago FG boosts blue economy drive with Bakassi Deep Seaport approval

The Federal Government approves the Bakassi Deep Seaport, a strategic project to boost Nigeria’s blue economy, create jobs, and expand maritime logistics. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-boosts-blue-economy-drive-with-bakassi-deep-seaport-approval/

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16 h. ago FG assures parents of student safety as 47 unity colleges reopen nationwide

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the safety and well-being of students following the reopening of 47 Unity read more FG assures parents of student safety as 47 unity colleges reopen nationwide

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19 h. ago Paperless revolution: Nigeria hits 100% digital compliance across federal ministries

Nigeria’s federal government has achieved full digital compliance, marking the successful transition to a paperless civil service to boost efficiency. Read More: https://punchng.com/paperless-revolution-nigeria-hits-100-digital-compliance-across-federal-ministries/

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20 h. ago FG confirms release of NAF aircraft, detained 11 personnel in Burkina Faso

The Federal Government has confirmed the release of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft and 11 of its personnel who were detained in Burkina Faso after a precautionary landing.

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23 h. ago FG inaugurates core working group to drive regional development

The Federal Government has inaugurated the Core Working Group (CWG) on Regional Development in

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24 h. ago Abuja Chamber of Commerce Seeks Special Protection For Small Businesses

The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has urged the federal government to grant special protection to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) under the new tax implementation framework scheduled to take effect in January 2026. The ACCI president, Chief Emeka Obegolu, made the call on Tuesday in Abuja at the Chamber’s 2025 End-of-Year […]

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26 h. ago Reviewing the WHT 2024, as Nigeria Tax Act 2025 goes into effect January 1

As the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 goes into effect on January 1, 2026, ADEOLA OJO, in this piece, reviews one of the recent tax laws, the Withholding Tax known as the Deduction of Tax at Source (Withholding) Regulations 2024, which took effect on July 1, 2024 and its effect on Nigerians. The Federal Government last […]

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27 h. ago Nigeria bans wood exports nationwide, revokes existing licences

Nigeria’s Federal Government has imposed an immediate nationwide ban on the export of wood and allied products, revoking all previously read more Nigeria bans wood exports nationwide, revokes existing licences

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27 h. ago Why attacks on schools, abduction of students must end now —Stakeholders

CLEMENT IDOKO writes on the recent surge in attacks on schools and abduction of students and teachers for ransom, with stakeholders making strident call for the Federal Government and security agencies to up their games in providing permanent solution to the menace threatening education and future of young Nigerians. Experts and critical stakeholders in the […]

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28 h. ago Lawmakers clash over 2026 revenue target as experts flag debt trap

…Economists slam N’Assembly for poor oversight The federal government’s 2026 budget outlook has exposed rare and widening divisions within the read more Lawmakers clash over 2026 revenue target as experts flag debt trap

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33 h. ago FG imposes nationwide ban on wood exports, revokes existing licenses

The Federal Government has declared an immediate nationwide ban on the export of wood and allied products. Balarabe Abbas Lawal, read more FG imposes nationwide ban on wood exports, revokes existing licenses

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36 h. ago Insecurity: Ekiti labour unions join protest, demand FG action

Ekiti labour unions join a nationwide protest against insecurity, urging the Federal Government to take decisive action to protect lives and property. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-ekiti-labour-unions-join-protest-demand-fg-action/

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39 h. ago FG moves to close 3.6m metric ton fish consumption gap as local output hits 1.4m in 2025

The Federal Government has intensified efforts to bridge Nigeria’s annual fish consumption deficit of about 3.6 million metric tons, following read more FG moves to close 3.6m metric ton fish consumption gap as local output hits 1.4m in 2025

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