FEC approves major upgrades for airports’ navigation systems
“We are upgrading VHF radio systems in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Ilorin, Abuja, Kano, another Abuja site, Maiduguri, Sokoto and Wukari airports,” he said.
Senate passes second reading of bill to establish Chartered Institute of Planning of Nigeria
The Nigerian Senate has passed the second reading of a bill to establish the Chartered Institute of Planning of Nigeria (CIPN).
NDLEA, vigilante group initiate nationwide push against drug abuse
Marwa was speaking at a two-day Drug Prevention, Treatment and Care (DPTC) Training and Sensitisation on Dangers of Drug Abuse organised for VGN members.
Obasanjo endorses ‘Omimi Wonder Garri’ and Fish Powder to boost food security
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has thrown his support behind a locally developed fortified garri, branded Omimi ‘Wonder Garri’, and a fish powder, praising them as innovations that can fight malnutrition and improve food security in Nigeria and beyond.
FEC endorses new industrial policy, okays ₦58bn for 200 electric buses, ₦187.8bn contract for BOI
THE Federal Executive Council, FEC, on Wednesday approved five major memoranda from the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, including Nigeria’s Industrial Policy 2025, the procurement of electric buses, and key infrastructure projects in Lagos.
IED explosion injures four in Borno, Boko Haram attack Yobe police officer’s home
Four people were injured when a truck carrying bags of onions reportedly triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Lingir Village, Guzamala Local Government Area, Borno State, on Wednesday. The truck was en route from Baga Village, Kukawa LGA, to Maiduguri.
Insecurity: Tinubu approves firearms for Forest Guards to tackle banditry
The move signals a major shift in the role of forest guards, positioning them as frontline responders in securing forests and remote corridors that have become hideouts for armed groups.
US to mandate 5-year social media history for visa-free travellers
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) explained that the revised system would oblige applicants to list their social media identifiers from the last five years, marking a significant shift from the current optional disclosure.
Rivers residents appeal to Fubara to save newly constructed road from erosion
Residents of Rumuokania II in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, have appealed to Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara to intervene and prevent erosion from destroying a recently completed road in their community.
Insecurity: We’re not honest with Nigerians — Sultan slams faith leaders
The Sultan of Sokoto and Co-Chair of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), HRH Abubakar Sa’ad III, on Wednesday cautioned that the Council risks slipping into irrelevance unless faith leaders embrace sincerity, accountability and honest engagement.
Instagram users given new algorithm controls
Instagram on Wednesday unveiled a new AI-powered feature that lets users view and adjust the algorithm shaping their Reels feed, calling it a pioneering move toward greater user control.
ECOWAS appoints Aliko Dangote as pioneer chair of Business Council to drive regional economic growth
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced Africa’s business magnate, Aliko Dangote, as the pioneer Chairperson of its newly established ECOWAS Business Council, a strategic platform aimed at mobilising private sector investment and boosting economic integration across the region.
I’m upset over ₦4trn debts owed to over 2000 contractors – Tinubu
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed displeasure over the backlog of debt amounting about ₦4 trillion owed to federal contractors.
Petrol supply from Dangote Refinery surges 37.7% to 23.52m litres daily as imports hit 52m litres
Domestic petrol supply from Dangote Refinery rose sharply in November 2025, increasing by 37.7 percent to 23.52 million litres per day from 17.08 million litres per day in October, according to data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
Atiku condemns Lamurde violence, calls for urgent action and justice
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep concern over the violent clashes between the Bachama and Tsobo communities in Lamurde, Adamawa State, describing the bloodshed and destruction as “unacceptable” and urging immediate government intervention.
Tinubu transmits 2026-2028 MTEF/FSP to Reps
By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has transmitted the 2026 -2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) to the House of Representatives for approval. Tinubu, in a letter read by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who presided over plenary on Wednesday, requested expeditious consideration of the MTEF/FSP. “It is with pleasure […]
