12 h. ago My Meeting With President Macron Was Productive, Says Tinubu

This is Tinubu's second visit to France in six months, since his last trip to European country on a short working visit in April, 2025. The post My Meeting With President Macron Was Productive, Says Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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29 h. ago FG prioritises skill acquisition to tackle unemployment, fine

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has intensified its focus on skill acquisition as a primary strategy for job creation. This initiative was highlighted at the National Council on Skills meeting chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, with key stakeholders including state governors and the Minister of Education. Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state, […] The post FG prioritises skill acquisition to tackle unemployment, fine-tunes bill for National Council on Skills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Governor Kefas Presents N94bn Additional Budget To Taraba Assembly

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has submitted a N94 billion supplementary appropriation bill for the 2025 fiscal year to the Taraba State House of Assembly for consideration and approval. The state commissioner for Information and Orientation, Zainab Usman Ahmed, disclosed this while briefing newsmen after the State Executive Council meeting, presided over by Governor […]

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7 d. ago UTA Nigeria Country President, Sao Tome and Principe First Lady meet, discuss collaboration

The Sun The Country President of United Towns Agency (UTA) for North-South Cooperation in Nigeria, Ambassador Abigail Amalaha, and Sao Tome and Principe’s First Lady, Maria De Fatima Vila Nova, on Wednesday, September 3, discussed how to partner and collaborate towards the realisation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the meeting held […] The post UTA Nigeria Country President, Sao Tome and Principe First Lady meet, discuss collaboration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago FACT CHECK: Is Tinubu’s claim of meeting Naira at N1,900/$ exchange rate in 2023 correct?

Tribune Online FACT CHECK: Is Tinubu’s claim of meeting Naira at N1,900/$ exchange rate in 2023 correct? President Bola Ahmed Tinubu claimed in a speech on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, that when he took office on FACT CHECK: Is Tinubu’s claim of meeting Naira at N1,900/$ exchange rate in 2023 correct? Tribune Online

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7 d. ago President Tinubu directs reinforcement of security for Katsina

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered immediate security reinforcement for Katsina State following a high-level meeting with a delegation from read more President Tinubu directs reinforcement of security for Katsina

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8 d. ago Nigeria, Colombia Move To Establish Direct Flights To Boost Ties

Nigeria and Colombia are in advanced talks to establish direct flight connections as part of efforts to deepen bilateral trade, cultural exchange, and diplomatic ties. The discussions gained momentum on Monday, during a high-level meeting in Abuja between Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez and Nigerian President Bola Tinubu. Márquez, who led a delegation of senior […] The post Nigeria, Colombia Move To Establish Direct Flights To Boost Ties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Zoning broke PDP in 2023 Can it fix the party ahead of 2027 elections?

Tribune Online Zoning broke PDP in 2023 Can it fix the party ahead of 2027 elections? At its most recent National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) resolved to zone the presidency to the South, reversing a previous decision that contributed to its loss in the 2023 presidential election. PHILIP IBITOYE examines whether returning to the zoning arrangement can help the party regain power in 2027. The 2027 […] Zoning broke PDP in 2023 Can it fix the party ahead of 2027 elections? Tribune Online

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1 week ago I will work against any PDP president who seeks a second term in 2031 – PDP National Vice

Tribune Online I will work against any PDP president who seeks a second term in 2031 – PDP National Vice-Chairman (South-West) National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) South-West, Kamoru Toyese Ajisafe, speaks with PHILIP IBITOYE on the party’s decision to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, among other issues. In light of the PDP’s decision at your most recent NEC meeting to return to zoning the presidency, how confident are you now […] I will work against any PDP president who seeks a second term in 2031 – PDP National Vice-Chairman (South-West) Tribune Online

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1 week ago Colombian Vice President Visits Nigeria, To Meet Shettima, Business Leaders

A key highlight of the visit is the signing of memoranda of understanding in strategic areas of the economy, including women's empowerment, trade, aviation, manufacturing, agriculture, and culture, among others. The post Colombian Vice President Visits Nigeria, To Meet Shettima, Business Leaders appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Katsina Gov’t To Procure 700 Motorcycles, 20 Hilux Vans To Fight Banditry

The Katsina State government has approved the procurement of 700 motorcycles and 20 Hilux vans as part of fresh measures to tackle banditry, kidnapping, and other criminal activities across the state. The approvals were granted during the 12th Regular Meeting of the State Executive Council, presided over by Governor Dikko Umaru Radda at the Government […]

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1 week ago NEC Rolls Out 2026–2030 Plan To Boost Nigeria’s Economy To $1trm

The National Economic Council (NEC) on Thursday unveiled the framework for the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030). The plan is aimed at consolidating Nigeria’s reform agenda and actualizing the $1 trillion economy target under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The announcement was made during the 151st meeting of the council held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. […] The post NEC Rolls Out 2026–2030 Plan To Boost Nigeria’s Economy To $1trm appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presidency: FCT PDP stakeholders reject zoning of party ticket to South

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have rejected the zoning of presidential ticket for the 2027 general election to the South. The PDP had, at its 102nd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, on Monday, zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the South and retained the national […] The post Presidency: FCT PDP stakeholders reject zoning of party ticket to South appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presidency: FCT PDP stakeholders reject zoning of party ticket to South 

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja   The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have rejected the zoning of the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 general election to the South. The PDP had at its 102nd National Executive Committee ( NEC) meeting, on Monday, zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the […] The post Presidency: FCT PDP stakeholders reject zoning of party ticket to South  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s Defence Minister Engages Brazilian Counterpart To Deepen Bilateral Cooperation

The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, on Monday, engaged his Brazilian counterpart, Mr José Múcio Monteiro Filho, in a crucial meeting aimed to advancing defence-industrial cooperation, and enhancing maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea, among other defence-related issues. The meeting was held in Brasília on the sidelines of President Bola Tinubu’s state visit […]

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2 w. ago Trump wants US Defense Department renamed to ‘Department of War’

Tribune Online Trump wants US Defense Department renamed to ‘Department of War’ Trump, while meeting with  South Korean President Lee Jae-myung at the Oval Office on Monday, said, "You know, we got the Department of Defense, but... Trump wants US Defense Department renamed to ‘Department of War’ Tribune Online

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2 w. ago PDP: Gbenga Hashim loyalists troop out at NEC meeting, rally support for his presidential bid

Tribune Online PDP: Gbenga Hashim loyalists troop out at NEC meeting, rally support for his presidential bid MORE than 1,000 supporters of the former presidential candidate and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, on Monday, converged at the venue of the party’s 102nd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, with call on him to declare interest in the 2027 presidential race. The jubilant men and women, as well as […] PDP: Gbenga Hashim loyalists troop out at NEC meeting, rally support for his presidential bid Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Putin Agrees To Bilateral Meeting With Zelenskyy, Says White House

In a major step toward ending the years-long war, Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, made the announcement during Tuesday’s press briefing. She clarified that “if necessary” there could be a trilateral meeting involving the United Sates after Putin and […]

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3 w. ago Ukraine’s Zelensky brings European top leaders to meeting with Trump

Ukraine’s future could hinge on a hastily assembled meeting Monday at the White House as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy brings an read more Ukraine’s Zelensky brings European top leaders to meeting with Trump

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3 w. ago Trump Says Zelensky Can Decide To End War, Rules Out Reclaiming Crimea

"President Zelenskyy of Ukraine can end the war with Russia almost immediately, if he wants to, or he can continue to fight," Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, on the eve of a White House meeting with the Ukrainian president and European leaders. The post Trump Says Zelensky Can Decide To End War, Rules Out Reclaiming Crimea appeared first on Channels Television.

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