The Federal Government of Nigeria says it has set up Agriculture and Water Resources Joint Action Committee to harness the resources of both ministries in addressing the challenges of food security and inflation. The Minister of State for Agriculture, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi, disclosed this at the National Youth Convention on Thursday in Abuja. The convention READ MORE
Nigeria: NJCl recommends Justice Kekere-Ekun as CJN
*Justice Ariwoola to bow out August 22 WorldStage Newsonline– The National Judicial Council at its 106th meeting presided has recommended Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to President Bola Tinubu for appointment as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). A statement by Soji Oye, NJC’s Director of Information on Thursday in Abuja said the recommendation was imperative as READ MORE
Lagos govt launches most advanced, simplified revenue collection portal
We’ve removed barriers, raised efficiency and transparency in IGR process – Sanwo-Olu LRP synchronises levy, tax payments to all MDAs Lagos State has accomplished the most advanced technique in its revenue collection and management system with the launch of a one-stop automated portal for the collection of all taxes and levies payable to the State READ MORE
NASENI, Ministry of Defence, DICON Sign Landmark MoU to Establish Nigeria’s Ammunition Production Factory
In a significant step towards enhancing Nigeria’s defence capabilities and achieving self-reliance in military hardware production, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) today 14th August 2024, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Defence. This partnership marks a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s quest to strengthen its defence infrastructure through READ MORE
Nigeria: New HOCSF, Didi Walson-Jack resumes duty, assures reinvigoration of civil service
Nigeria’s newly inaugurated Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HOCSF), Mrs Didi Walson-Jack, has assured that she will reinvigorate the civil service, using innovation to obtain a more efficient, effective bureaucracy. Walson-Jack gave the assurance when she assumed her duty fully on Wednesday in Abuja. President Bola Tinubu appointed Walson-Jack as the new READ MORE
Climate Change: Gov Adeleke advocates stronger roles for Sub-national governments
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has advocated for a frontline role for sub-national governments in the fight against climate change even as he defended the commendable records of his government in that sector. The State Governor who made the observations yesterday while hosting a delegation of the Green Growth Africa Sustainability Network said state READ MORE
Nigeria’s Council of State passes vote of confidence on President Tinubu
Nigeria’s Council of State on Tuesday passed a vote of confidence on President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Council of State is made of former Presidents and Heads of State, the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House of Representatives, serving and retired Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, as well as State governors. Briefing State READ MORE
Gov Abiodun flags off distribution of fertilizers, promises to address food scarcity
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Monday flagged off the first phase of the distribution of fertilizers to different categories of farmers with a promise to aggressively tackle food scarcity in the state. About 7,000 out of 12,000 farmers earnmaked for the scheme, will benefit from the first phase, im which a total of READ MORE
NASENI EVC/CEO Hosts Pi-CNG’s Ride-Share CNG Conversion Incentive Program
… Offers 50% discount to drivers who sign up on MY-CNG App. The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, at the weekend presided over the launch of the Presidential CNG Initiative’s (Pi-CNG) Conversion Incentive Program for rideshare sector, alongside the introduction of the MY-CNG READ MORE
Nigeria: Minster assures that reforms will address past mistakes
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Wednesday assured that the Tinubu administration’s primary goal is to rectify historical missteps and not impose hardship on Nigerians. Speaking in Abuja during a briefing for the Diplomatic Community on recent nationwide protests, Idris stressed that the President is committed to implementing reforms aimed at READ MORE
Nigeria: CBN approves financial accommodation for Unity Bank and Providus Bank merger
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has granted approval for a pivotal financial accommodation to support the proposed merger between Unity Bank Plc and Providus Bank Limited. A statement by Hakama Sidi Ali (Mrs.) Ag. Director, Corporate Communications, “this strategic move is designed to bolster the stability of Nigeria’s financial system and avert potential systemic READ MORE
GCR Rating affirms AA+(NG)/ A1+(NG) for Dangote Industries
*Strong earnings prospects from the new refinery GCR Ratings (GCR) has affirmed the national scale long-term and short-term issuer ratings of AA+(NG) and A1+(NG) respectively accorded to Dangote Industries Limited (DIL). GCR in its recent report also affirmed the national scale long-term issue rating of AA+(NG) accorded to each of Dangote Industries Funding Plc’s Series READ MORE
NCC Directs Telcos on Tariffs Transparency
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive to telecommunications operators to simplify their tariff plans, bundles, and promotional activities. This move aims to provide clear, easy-to-understand, and accurate information about the cost of voice, short messaging service (SMS) and data services to subscribers. The directive, titled “Guidance on the Simplification of Tariffs in READ MORE
President Tinubu’s Broadcast on the Nationwide Protest
BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE NATIONWIDE PROTEST DATE: SUNDAY 4TH AUGUST 2024 My fellow Nigerians, 1. I speak to you today with a heavy heart and a sense of responsibility, aware of the turmoil and violent protests unleashed READ MORE
11TH Lagos Public Relations Stakeholders Conference to discuss Climate Change and Environment
Climate Change and Environment will be the focus at the 11th Lagos Public Relations Stakeholders Conference (LaPRSC). Tagged the August Gathering of Public Relations Solution Providers, the annual conference is a collaboration between Addefort Nigeria Ltd and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations. According to Mrs Comfort Obot Nwankwo, Chairman, Lagos State Chapter, Nigerian READ MORE