4 d. ago FG Cancells Independence Day Parade, Urges Nigerians To Support Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

The Federal Government has cancelled the Independence Day parade originally planned to mark Nigeria’s 65th anniversary on Wednesday. The announcement was contained in a statement released on Monday, September 30, by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. “The Federal Government wishes to announce the cancellation of the Independence Anniversary parade, […] The post FG Cancells Independence Day Parade, Urges Nigerians To Support Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago FG to overhaul transportation system, reposition Nigeria as regional trade hub

By Steve Agbota The Federal Government on Wednesday revealed the plans to revamp Nigeria’s transportation system, pledging to modernise rail infrastructure, deepen intermodal connections and slash the crippling costs of logistics that continue to undermine trade and economic growth. Speaking at the 2025 Nigeria Transport Sector Summit of the Transport Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN) […] The post FG to overhaul transportation system, reposition Nigeria as regional trade hub appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Why Federal Government Keeps Borrowing Despite Hitting Revenue Target – FIRS Boss

The chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, has defended the Federal Government’s borrowing plan, insisting that loans remain a legitimate part of Nigeria’s budgetary framework even when revenue targets were met. Speaking during the Meet the Press session organised by the Presidential Media Team in Abuja, Adedeji explained that President Bola […]

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1 week ago PENGASSAN, NUPENG oppose proposed sale of national assets, PIA amendment

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) have strongly opposed plans by the Federal Government to reduce its stakes in Joint Venture (JV) oil assets, warning that such a move could plunge the country into deeper […] The post PENGASSAN, NUPENG oppose proposed sale of national assets, PIA amendment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NUPENG, PENGASSAN Kick Against Federal Government’s Planned Sale Of Oil, Gas Assets

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), on Tuesday, rejected alleged plans by the federal government to sell significant stakes in Joint Venture (JV) assets, managed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd). The two critical unions warned […]

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2 w. ago FG To Relocate Cattle From Abuja City Centre To Grazing Reserves

The Federal Government has announced plans to work with key stakeholders to fast-track the relocation of cattle roaming freely in Abuja city centre to designated grazing reserves. The Minister of Livestock Development, Dr. Idi Maiha, disclosed this on Tuesday at the 2025 Media Retreat in Kaduna, themed “Driving Livestock Growth Through Strategic Communication.” Dr. Maiha […] The post FG To Relocate Cattle From Abuja City Centre To Grazing Reserves appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Atiku Demands Transparency In Sale Of Federal Stakes In Oando, Seplat, Others

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has called for transparency over plans to reduce the federation government’s stakes in joint ventures such as RAEC JV, Oando JV and Seplat Energy JV. He said the sales are being done under terms that appear to disproportionately favour select insiders and foreign entities, adding that it risks undermining Nigeria’s […]

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2 w. ago FG to revitalise silos concession scheme to curb $10bn annual post

From Okwe Obi, Abuja To curb $10 billion annual post-harvest losses, the Federal Government has revealed plans to revitalize silos concession scheme to ensure an effective storage system that would reduce losses and improve food storage ecosystem as well as achieve food sovereignty. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar kyari, stated this at a […] The post FG to revitalise silos concession scheme to curb $10bn annual post-harvest losses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG to demolish Carter Bridge, declares structure unfit, beyond repair

The Federal Government has announced plans to demolish the 124-year-old Carter Bridge in Lagos, calling it structurally unfit and beyond read more FG to demolish Carter Bridge, declares structure unfit, beyond repair

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3 w. ago Despite FG’s clarification: Opposition mounts against fuel tax

•Manufacturers, business owners, economists, labour say levy counterproductive, will worsen hardship By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye (Abuja), Merit Ibe (Lagos), Adanna Nnamani (Abuja) The Federal Government’s plan to introduce a five per cent surcharge on petrol, diesel and aviation fuel has ignited widespread concern among citizens, businesses, labour unions, and economic analysts.  The fuel tax, which is […] The post Despite FG’s clarification: Opposition mounts against fuel tax appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Green Economy, Decarbonisation Key To Energy Transition Plan, Says Federal Government

  The Federal Government has said that green economy, climate ambition, climate action and decarbonisation remained central to Nigeria’s energy transition plan, insisting that the country was committed to achieving its net zero target. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Climate Technology and Operations, Olamide Fagbuji, stated this in Abuja at the maiden edition […]

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3 w. ago FG plans decarbonisation process of Abuja international airport

Tribune Online FG plans decarbonisation process of Abuja international airport The Federal Government has revealed plans to commence the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport decarbonisation initiative in Abuja. FG plans decarbonisation process of Abuja international airport Tribune Online

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3 w. ago No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun

Tribune Online No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun The Federal Government has dismissed concerns that Nigerians will soon face an additional five per cent fuel surcharge, clarifying that there are no immediate plans to implement the provision contained in the recently passed 2025 Nigerian Tax Administration Act. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, gave this assurance on Tuesday […] No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets

Tribune Online Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets • faults establishment of six fish processing plants The Nigerian Trawlers Owners Association (NITOA)has revealed that the plan by the Federal Government to establish six new Fish Processing Plants by end of 2025, as stated in the Marine and Blue Economy policy, remains a talk-show as nothing significant as happened since the policy was unveiled […] Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Federal Government, Governors Push Skills Council Bill To NASS

The federal government and state governors have concluded plans to transmit a bill to the National Assembly for the formal establishment of the National Council on Skills. The move was part of sweeping efforts to harmonise Nigeria’s fragmented skills development sector and tackle youth unemployment. Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani disclosed this to State House […]

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3 w. ago Senior Workers Reject Planned 5% Petroleum Tax, Threaten Strike

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has rejected the federal government’s planned 5 percent tax on petroleum products and issued a 14-day ultimatum to withdraw from it. The senior workers warned that failure to comply could trigger a nationwide strike. In a statement signed by its president-general, Comrade Festus Osifo, and secretary-general, Comrade Nuhu […]

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3 w. ago Why N6.28trn windfall tax projection failed —Investment Banker

Tribune Online Why N6.28trn windfall tax projection failed —Investment Banker Nigeria’s much-publicised N6.28 trillion windfall tax and foreign exchange (FX) gains projected for 2024 have yielded nothing as of September, underscoring the dangers of over-optimistic budget assumptions, according to investment bankers. A report by Cowry Asset Management Limited shows that the ambitious revenue plan outlined in the 2024 federal budget is unraveling. The government had […] Why N6.28trn windfall tax projection failed —Investment Banker Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NUPENG, Transport owners ignores FG talks, insists on Monday strike

Transport owners have rejected the Federal Government’s last-minute appeal to suspend their planned industrial action, vowing to proceed with the read more NUPENG, Transport owners ignores FG talks, insists on Monday strike

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3 w. ago FG urges NUPENG, NLC to shelve planned action against Dangote Group

Tribune Online FG urges NUPENG, NLC to shelve planned action against Dangote Group The Federal Government has appealed to the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to reconsider their planned nationwide strike against the Dangote Group over alleged anti-union practices, stressing that dialogue remains the best way to resolve the dispute. FG urges NUPENG, NLC to shelve planned action against Dangote Group Tribune Online

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4 w. ago FG move to establish rehabilitation centres for persons with spinal cord injury nationwide

Tribune Online FG move to establish rehabilitation centres for persons with spinal cord injury nationwide Federal Government on Friday unveils plans to establish Medical Rehabilitation Centres for Persons with spinal cord injury across the country, with a strong focus FG move to establish rehabilitation centres for persons with spinal cord injury nationwide Tribune Online

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