31 h. ago Northern elders hail Matawalle, CDS over improved security in N’ West

The Northern Elders Political Development group has hailed the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa for their collaborative efforts in improving security in the North West region of the country. A statement by the group’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, noted that Read More

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8 d. ago NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health

Tribune Online NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health The Nigerian Tobacco Control Alliance (NTCA) and the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) have called on the Federal Government to significantly increase the Tobacco Control Fund (TCF) beyond the N13 million allocated to it in the national budget for 2025, in the interest of public health. NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health Tribune Online

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9 d. ago “If You’re Unprepared, You Won’t Last” – Jaywon On Enduring Criticism In Music Industry

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Jaywon has suggested that celebrities can effectively manage social media trolls by developing emotional resilience and strength. He stressed that the Nigerian music industry is not a place for “the weak.” The singer noted that top stars like Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy are often targeted by trolls on social media, stressing […] The post “If You’re Unprepared, You Won’t Last” – Jaywon On Enduring Criticism In Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Group unveils report, calls for women inclusion in conflict resolution

The Strengthening Peace and Resilience in Nigeria Programme has launched the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Report, a key resource aimed at addressing the exclusion of women and marginalised groups in conflict resolution and peacebuilding efforts. A statement on Friday noted that the report was unveiled at a high-level stakeholder event in Abuja, which Read More

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2 w. ago Civil Servants Threaten Mass Protest Over Budget Delay In Rivers

A coalition of concerned civil servants in Rivers State, and the Rivers Solidarity for Good Governance, have issued warning to the state’s House of Assembly over delay of 2025 budget. The groups condemned what it called reckless inaction and obstruction of governance, by Speaker Martin Amaewhule-Led lawmakers, warning of mass protest if their demands were […] The post Civil Servants Threaten Mass Protest Over Budget Delay In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Zamfara Community Hails Defence Minister Matawalle Over Crackdown On Bandits

Residents of Kaura Namoda local government area in Zamfara State have expressed their appreciation to the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, for his role in the elimination of over 50 bandits who had been terrorising the area. In a statement signed by their spokesperson, Suleiman Yusuf, the community praised Matawalle for his […]

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2 w. ago Beneficiaries of subsidies ganged up against Tinubu’s govt at inception – Bamidele

…says 2025 budget ’ll address Nigeria’s challenges …reiterates FG’s resolve not to retrench public servants Opeyemi Bamidele, Senate Leader, explained read more Beneficiaries of subsidies ganged up against Tinubu’s govt at inception – Bamidele

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2 w. ago Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture

Tribune Online Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture The Nigeria Muslim League Group (NIMUL) has hailed the Minister of State for Defense, Hon. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for his exceptional act of generosity during Ramadan, donating over N500 million and massive food supplies to support the less privileged. This initiative was aimed at easing the economic hardship faced by thousands in Zamfara and neighboring […] Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Opposition Federal Lawmakers Dismiss Impeachment Notice Against Fubara In Rivers

Nigeria’s Opposition Lawmakers Coalition has flayed the impeachment plan against Governor Siminalayi Fubara by members of the Rivers State Assembly, saying that it’s invalid as the lawmakers who are loyal to FCT minister Nyesom Wike were only trying to dodge the State’s 2025 budget presentation. Recall that the Rivers State House of Assembly earlier on […]

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2 w. ago Budget letter: Rivers, Assembly differ, Fubara urges House to reconvene

The Rivers State House of Assembly, on Sunday, accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of insincerity in the implementation of the recent Supreme Court judgment, ordering him to present the 2025 budget afresh. The lawmakers, who are loyal to Fubara’s estranged political godfather, Nyesom Wike, alleged that contrary to Fubara’s claim to have written the House for Read More

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2 w. ago 2025 Budget: Rivers Assembly Denies Receiving Fubara’s Letter

The Rivers State House of Assembly has denied recieving any letter from Governor Siminalayi Fubara in respect of the presentation of the 2025 Appropriation Bill before the House. Fubara had in letter dated Thursday, March 13, 2025, addressed to the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule, indicated his interest to present the budget […]

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2 w. ago Bagudu’s budgetary reforms: A new era of fiscal accountability, growth in Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s assent to the 2025 budget marked a significant fiscal milestone, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to accelerated read more Bagudu’s budgetary reforms: A new era of fiscal accountability, growth in Nigeria

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2 w. ago After Fubara’s letter, Rivers Assembly adjourns indefinitely

Tribune Online After Fubara’s letter, Rivers Assembly adjourns indefinitely In the letter dated March 13, 2025 and addressed to the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, the governor said he intends to present the budget on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, or any other day within March that the House may deem fit. After Fubara’s letter, Rivers Assembly adjourns indefinitely Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Despite Fubara’s Readiness To Present 2025 Budget, Rivers Assembly Adjourns Indefinitely

The Rivers State House of Assembly, on Friday, adjourned sine die, thereby making it impossible for Governor Siminalayi Fubara to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill of the State before the lawmakers next week. The decision of the House to adjourn indefinitely after passing three Bills into law, came less than 24 hours after Governor Fubara […]

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2 w. ago Fubara seeks new date for 2025 budget after assembly blockade

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has written to the Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly, requesting a new date. read more Fubara seeks new date for 2025 budget after assembly blockade

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2 w. ago Budget presentation: Fubara writes fresh letter to Rivers Assembly

Tribune Online Budget presentation: Fubara writes fresh letter to Rivers Assembly “Therefore, we were simply complying with both the order of the Supreme Court and the request of the Rivers State House of Assembly when we came to present the 2025 budget on the 12th of March, 2025. Budget presentation: Fubara writes fresh letter to Rivers Assembly Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Minister Hails Tinubu’s Reforms, Urges Nigerians To Be Patient

Nigeria’s Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, has announced that President Bola Tinubu’s policies are yielding positive results. According to Idris, food and fuel prices are dropping, marking a significant achievement for the administration. Idris praised the media for their dedication in covering the briefing sessions, acknowledging their role in keeping Nigerians informed about the administration’s […] The post Minister Hails Tinubu’s Reforms, Urges Nigerians To Be Patient appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago How Assembly denied me access to present 2025 budget –Fubara

•Opposition lawmakers allege plot to scuttle re-presentation of budget From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja and Tony John, Port Harcourt Governor Siminalayi Fubara has explained that he was denied access into the premises of the House of Assembly quarters to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill despite formally notifying the leadership of the House.     Meanwhile, the […] The post How Assembly denied me access to present 2025 budget –Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Gov Fubara opens up: ‘How I was stopped from presenting Rivers 2025 budget’

…Says maybe the lawmakers will instruction to obey the Supreme Court order Gov Sim Fubara of Rivers State has opened read more Gov Fubara opens up: ‘How I was stopped from presenting Rivers 2025 budget’

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3 w. ago Lagos unveils 2025 Economic Development Update, focuses on resilient growth

Lagos needs to boost revenue – Oyedele The Lagos State Government through the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget (MEPB), read more Lagos unveils 2025 Economic Development Update, focuses on resilient growth

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