Tag: Federal Government
Company loses ₦1bn private jet to Nigerian govt over unpaid customs duty
The case arose from an audit exercise conducted by the NCS in 2024, which reviewed the importation compliance of private…
Tinubu’s ₦501bn Power Bond hits 100% Subscription, boosts Investor Confidence
The Federal Government has recorded a major milestone in its electricity market reform drive with the successful issuance of a…
We’ll not call off our strike – Health workers slams FG’s ‘No work, no pay’ order
The Federal Government recently directed the implementation of the ‘no work, no pay’ policy and the stoppage of JOHESU members’…
Breaking: Nigeria secures release of 100 abducted schoolchildren in Niger
Bandits, armed groups operating primarily in the country’s northwest and north-central regions, have turned mass kidnappings for ransom into a…
FG declares Trade Fair a landmark success, showcases Nigeria’s rising strength
Rimi urged exhibitors to leverage the opportunities and networks created during the fair to scale their businesses.
FG unveils REVOP to crush revenue leakages, transform Public Finance
Speaking at the formal presentation during the 31st National Economic Summit in Abuja, the Minister of Finance, Mr Wale Edun,…
Breaking: FG shuts 41 Unity Colleges after wave of deadly kidnappings
The move comes amid a spate of recent abductions in Nigerian schools, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in the country’s education sector.
NECA backs FG’s fuel import tariff, says it will strengthen Naira, spur investment
NECA added that the policy would promote local value addition, strengthen refining capacity, conserve foreign exchange, and support Nigeria’s industrialisation…
Why we shelved nationwide strike – ASUP
The union demands include unresolved issues of unpaid salary arrears, delayed implementation of the 25 and 35 per cent salary…
NUPENG accuses Dangote of breach of agreement, issues fresh strike threat
Recall that NUPENG directed its members to embark on strike over alleged anti-labour practices by Dangote Refinery.
Nigeria sets bold target of 10bn SCF daily gas production by 2030
Edun said Nigeria was already making progress towards a more competitive and investor-friendly energy environment, crediting President Bola Tinubu with…
“We’ll hunt, bring killers of worshippers in Katsina to justice,” FG vows
By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Federal Government has promised swift and decisive action to bring perpetrators of the heinous killings of…
Diplomatic firestorm: Nigeria rejects ‘baseless’ Canadian Court ruling on political parties
Nigeria reaffirmed its sovereignty and the legality of its political system, stating: “Nigeria is a sovereign nation with a robust…
FG approves construction of six ultra-modern Bus Terminals
Once completed, the facilities are expected to enhance travel safety, reduce road accidents, and curb illegal highway activities that have…
Lagos Governor slams unfair burdens, seeks Federal collaboration
The governor encouraged the institute to engage federal agencies directly to incorporate their perspectives and develop balanced solutions.
FAAC: FG, states, LGs share N1.65trn for May
From the N1.659 trillion total distributable revenue, the Federal Government received N538.004 billion while the state governments received total sum…
FG breaks silence on forward Crude Oil Sale: “No deal collapsed”
According to the statement, the forward sale of crude oil-an arrangement often used to secure financing by pledging future oil…
FG to upskill 100,000 Artisans, Technical Graduates – ITF DG
Also speaking at the event, the National Coordinator of ASNAT, Comrade Adesina Akinyemi, applauded the Federal Government for the SUPA…
FG declares public holidays for Eid-el-Kabir
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the Minister urged all Nigerians to join hands with the…
FG drags Akpoti-Uduaghan to court over explosive live TV allegations
The suit lists Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello as nominal complainants and key witnesses…
How we enrolled 6m Nigerians in cash transfer programme in 6 months – Minister
The minister, who said that only two million Nigerians benefitted from the programme in the last nine years, however, disclosed…
FG, Lagos to Nigerians: Patronise local goods or perish economically
Ambrose stressed the importance of producing and consuming locally made goods to boost economic sustainability and competitiveness.
Workers’ Day: FG declares May 1 public holiday
Tunji-Ojo commended workers for their diligence and sacrifice, noting that workers’ efforts are largely responsible for the greatness of the…
No turning back! FG vows to enforce Naira-for-Crude sales
The session brought together key government and industry stakeholders to assess the progress made so far and resolve emerging implementation…
Nigeria set to launch groundbreaking e-Visa, digital cards
The announcement has already sent ripples through the security and travel sectors, with many speculating about the profound implications for…
FG makes U-Turn, reopens Independence Bridge ahead of schedule
The bridge, which was initially shut down on April 1 for critical maintenance and rehabilitation, was expected to remain closed…
FG breaks silence on Lagos-Calabar Highway controversy
The minister explained that the government specifically sought companies with advanced concrete paving technology, a method that was uncommon in…
‘Enough of the Lies!’ – FG shuts down Gambaryan’s explosive allegations
Gambaryan, who was apprehended and tried in Nigeria over allegations of criminal currency manipulation via Binance’s peer-to-peer platform, has since…
FG revives $42m Tax Evasion case against Saipem, top executives
According to the charge, Saipem Contracting Nigeria Limited and its officials were required to pay company income tax amounting to…
FG targets seven million homes with Smart Meters to end Estimated Billing
One of the central reforms Verheijen highlighted was the Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI), aimed at rolling out 7 million smart…