3 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. […]

Events

5 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 […]

Politics

5 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 […]

Politics

8 h. ago ‘No Law Stops My Sons From Travelling With Me’, Wike Defends Taking His Children On Official Trips

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has fired back at critics questioning why his sons accompany him on both local and foreign official trips, insisting that he has the constitutional right to travel with anyone including his family. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Monday night, Wike said there was no […]

Society

8 h. ago Millions Of Americans To Get Reduced Food Aid During Shutdown — US Govt

Officials for the Agriculture Department, which oversees the program, said in a filing to a federal court in Rhode Island they would not make up the shortfall with other funding sources, meaning "50 percent of eligible households' current allotments" would be disbursed. The post Millions Of Americans To Get Reduced Food Aid During Shutdown — US Govt appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

9 h. ago ‘Tinubu Not An Extremist’ — Wike Dismisses Trump’s Christian Genocide Claim

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed allegations of a Christian genocide in Nigeria, describing the allegation as “politics taken too far.” Speaking on Politics Tonight on Channels Television on Monday, Wike said there was no basis for insinuations that the government of President Bola Tinubu was turning a blind eye to the […] The post ‘Tinubu Not An Extremist’ — Wike Dismisses Trump’s Christian Genocide Claim appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

9 h. ago ‘Damagum Is A Tax Collector, Not A Steadfast Leader’, Wike Accuses PDP Chair Of Bribe

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at the embattled National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Amb. Umar Damagum, describing him as a “tax collector” who lacked the discipline and integrity to lead the opposition party. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Monday evening, Wike alleged […]

Politics

9 h. ago ‘I’ll Support Trump, Any Country Helping Nigeria Fight Terrorism — Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that he was open to supporting United States President Donald Trump or any other country willing to assist Nigeria in tackling terrorism. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Monday evening, Wike said he welcomed any form of international collaboration that strengthens Nigeria’s fight […]

Politics

9 h. ago ‘Diri Should Thank Me For Opening His Eyes’, Wike Mocks Bayelsa Governor Over Defection To APC

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at Bayelsa State governor, Douye Diri, following his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying the governor should “thank him for opening his eyes to see the light.” Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Poltics Today’ on Monday evening, Wike reacted to Diri’s […]

Politics

10 h. ago Wike’s camp takes over PDP secretariat, instals Abdulrahman national chairman

Group loyal to Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, on Monday, took full control of Wadata Plaza, read more Wike’s camp takes over PDP secretariat, instals Abdulrahman national chairman

Politics

10 h. ago People Begged Me Not To Speak On Trump’s Genocide Claims Against Nigeria — Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that some people begged him not to speak on the United States President Donald Trump’s genocide claims and threats against Nigeria. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Monday evening, Wike said on his way to the Television station, some people had sent him […]

Politics

11 h. ago FG reiterates commitment to national security, lists gains in anti

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of citizens as it highlighted recent successes recorded in the ongoing onslaught against terrorists and criminal elements.

Politics

11 h. ago ‘Politics Taken Too Far’, Wike Blasts Opposition For Fueling Trump’s Genocide Claims

  Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has accused opposition parties of collaborating with external forces to spread false narratives about genocide and religious persecution in Nigeria, describing the claims as “politics taken too far.” Wike made the remarks on Monday evening during an appearance on Channels Television’s current affairs programme, ‘Politics […]

Politics

11 h. ago FG vows to reposition Nigerian varsities to rank among top 100 globally

The Federal Government Government has expressed its determination to reposition the Nigerian University system and restore its old glory were many of the institutions would rank among the 100 to 200 top universities in the world.

Politics

12 h. ago 2027 Polls: Gov Diri Promises Tinubu, APC 99% Votes In Bayelsa

Governor Duoye Diri says the state can achieve a lot by aligning with the Federal Government. The post 2027 Polls: Gov Diri Promises Tinubu, APC 99% Votes In Bayelsa appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

13 h. ago Strike: Resident Doctors Accuse Federal Government Of Misinformation, List 19 Unmet Demands

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has dismissed the Federal Government’s recent claims of progress on doctors’ welfare and health sector reforms, describing them as “fiction rather than fact.” In a statement jointly signed by NARD President, Dr. Mohammad Suleiman; Secretary-General, Dr. Shuaibu Ibrahim, and Publicity and Social Secretary, Dr. Abdulmajid Ibrahim, on Monday, […]

Politics

13 h. ago Lagos govt urges Supreme Court to reinstate life sentence in defilement case

The Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal overturned this conviction on November 29, 2024, citing alleged inconsistencies...

Politics

15 h. ago Resident doctors dispute FG’s claims on welfare, say realities differ

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has accused the Federal Government of misleading the public over the true state of doctors’ welfare and conditions of service...

Politics

21 h. ago Trump: Onovo PDP chieftain urge decisive action to tackle insecurity

Martin Onovo, former presidential candidate of the National Conscience Party (NCP), has urged the Federal Government to deploy full national read more Trump: Onovo PDP chieftain urge decisive action to tackle insecurity

Politics

22 h. ago Excitement Builds As Abuja Hosts 1st Dragon Shotokan National Karate Championship

Nigeria’s capital city Abuja is set to be the epicentre of martial arts as the 1st Dragon Shotokan Karate Club National Open Tournament holds from November 27 to 29, 2025, at the Gymnasium Hall, Package B, Moshood Abiola National Stadium. Sanctioned by the Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN) and in collaboration with the World Karate […]

Politics