FEC approves N215bn for CNG buses, $900 million agriculture financing – Minister
The Federal Executive Council approved a series of financing packages for transportation, agriculture, power, infrastructure and small businesses as part ...
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Civilian DG, new uniforms, six-week orientation, other proposed changes to NYSC
While some of these changes require amendment to the NYSC Act, others are simply administrative changes.
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FEC approves snakebite centre, 93.9bn health interventions
Nigeria records over 43,000 snakebite cases yearly, causing deaths, disabilities and severe socio-economic consequences.
FEC approves sweeping NYSC reform
“We want to build an NYSC beyond just mobilisation. We are looking at strong partnerships for skill development, job creation ...
$6bn Mambilla Fraud Trial: Witness says disputed FEC minutes came from SGF’s office
Monday’s testimony adds to a series of contested claims that have emerged during the trial over the validity of the ...
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FEC proposes bill to enable National Medical College issue PhDs, says fellowship not equivalent to PhD
The minister has also clarified that the proposal was not to make medical fellowships equivalent of PhDs.
FEC approves six major road projects across Nigeria
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, says the government plans to commission at least four road projects in each of ...
Tinubu asks Senate to approve 2026–2028 MTEF with N34trn revenue target
The MTEF, approved by the Federal Executive Council, also sets key budget parameters including an oil benchmark of $64 per ...
Nigerian govt seeks 70% homegrown cartoon content on broadcast platforms
The initiative, approved by the Federal Executive Council, seeks to promote Nigerian culture and values among children through locally produced ...
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Audit Query: Reps speaker refutes SERAP’s claim on ₦18.6bn NASC building allocation
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Speaker wishes to state unequivocally that he has no involvement, directly or indirectly, in ...
Obasanjo promised to testify in $6bn Mambilla power project fraud case, denied approving contract – Witness
EFCC is prosecuting Mr Agunloye on seven counts of forgery, receiving gratification, and disobedience to presidential directives regarding the award ...
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FEC approves road projects worth over N400bn
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, said he presented 11 memos, nine of which were for review of inherited projects, ...
FEC approves construction of residences for judges, water projects in FCT
FEC also approved new water projects to serve satellite towns in the FCT, including Karu, Karshi, Orozo, and Bwari.
Nigeria targets 7% growth by 2027 to lift millions out of poverty
According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria’s economy grew by 2.98 per cent in the first quarter of ...
Dangote Refinery suspends petrol sales in Naira
According to the refinery, the decision was made due to the refinery selling petroleum products in excess of its Naira-Crude ...
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3rd Mainland Bridge contract not yet awarded – FG
Mr Umahi said defects on the 3rd Mainland Bridge and the Carter Bridge were not new.
FG to Rebuild Lagos Airport Terminal
“What we simply want to do is to totally strip down that building, including the entire roof, then re-design and ...
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FEC approves N987bn for upgrade of aviation infrastructure
The Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund would fund the projects.
Tinubu moves Surveyor-General’s Office to Presidency – Minister
The office is the country’s official mapping agency, responsible for providing geospatial information, data, and services.
FEC approves ₦68.7bn for power projects in Nigerian universities
The university project involves engineering, procurement, and construction under the Energising Education Programme, led by the Rural Electrification Agency.
The successes, failures of Muhammadu Buhari as Nigeria’s president
Since his demise, his stewardship has been a special subject of public discourse, fuelled by varied factors and interests.
Tinubu, Akpabio eulogise Buhari at special FEC meeting
Mr Buhari, 82, died on Sunday in London after a prolonged sickness.
Tinubu renames Nigerian university after late President Buhari
Mr Tinubu announced the renaming of the university at a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held in honour of ...
Alleged $6bn Mambilla Fraud: Ex-power minister Imoke confirmed FEC didn’t approve contract – Witness
The witness said Mr Imoke voluntarily provided a handwritten statement to the EFCC confirming this.
NNPC speaks on Naira crude contract with Dangote Refinery
Mr Soneye said discussions are ongoing towards emplacing a new contract.
