By MARK ITSIBOR, CEES HARMON, OLUSHOLA BELLO and KINGSLEY OKOH THE federal government has begun an accelerated plan to clear the outstanding ₦4 trillion electricity debt and end the long-standing power subsidy amid a constrained fiscal environment triggered by significant revenue shortfalls. This move, announced by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the […]
By WANDOO SOMBO MEDIATION, a voluntary, confidential process where a neutral third party helps disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement is fast gaining ground in Nigeria as an alternative to costly and time-consuming litigation. According to the United Nations Guidance for Effective Mediation, it is one of the most effective methods of preventing, managing […]
By SALISU SANI-IDRIS THE Federal Government has inaugurated a new national skills programme aimed at connecting 20 million young Nigerians to jobs, training, and entrepreneurship opportunities by 2030. Vice-President Kashim Shettima made the announcement at the inaugural board meeting of Generation Unlimited Nigeria (GenU 9JA), held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. He revealed that […]
By SEYIFUNMI ABDULAZEEZ SUPER Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade said the Federal Government is yet to fulfill the pledge made to the team by President Bola Tinubu after their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. In an interview with broadcaster Chude Jideonwo, Ajibade confirmed that neither the promised $100,000 reward […]
HRM Asagba Azinge (SAN) urged the federal government for swift intervention on the failed portion of Asaba/Benin/Onitsha express way. His Royal Majesty made this remark yesterday 12 August when he played host to Engr. Onimago Lukman Olushola Of Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) led delegation in his palace. The Monarch expressed dismay the challenges masses […]
NIGERIA’S correctional system is indeed in crisis. In just nine years, the country has witnessed no fewer than 19 confirmed jailbreaks, with over 7,200 inmates escaping custody—many never to be seen again. What was once a trickle of isolated incidents has turned into a troubling surge, with attacks becoming bolder, more frequent, and disturbingly easy. […]
By EHIGIMETOR IGBAUGBA TINAPA Business Leisure Resort, situated in Adiabo on the outskirts of Calabar, Cross River, was established to be a world class tourism, investment and leisure hub. The ground-breaking ceremony of the 265 hectares resort was performed in 2005. On 15 August 2006, the Federal Government declared the resort a Free Trade Zone […]
EUROPE continues to offer Ukraine a high level of support, while recent data showed that assistance from the United States vanished in May and June. A German economic institute reported on Tuesday. The report said the Ukraine Support Tracker from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW) showed that European aid amounted to 12.6 […]
ON 11 August 2025, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge on a guided tour of various Tourist centers in Asaba, Delta State. HRM Asagba Azinge commended the Delta State Government for establishing these facilities, which can serve as a catalyst for tourism development in Asaba. He emphasized the importance of community support and participation […]
NIGERIA’S pension industry maintained its steady performance in July 2025, delivering positive returns across all Retirement Savings Account (RSA) fund categories, despite macroeconomic headwinds and tighter financial conditions. According to data compiled by Nairametrics Research, all 18 Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) recorded gains, with FCMB Pensions Limited emerging as the top performer, posting a monthly […]