Jigawa state approves N7 billion for rice cultivation programme to support agro-input dealers
The Jigawa State Government has approved N7 billion for the payment of Agro-Inputs Dealers and Service Providers under the 2025 dry season rice cultivation programme. The post Jigawa state approves…
Customs seizes N690 million worth of illicit drugs in Katsina
The Katsina Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has seized illicit drugs worth approximately N690 million, intercepting two vehicles transporting the substances. The post Customs seizes N690 million worth…
Oil prices fall again as Nigeria’s fiscal plan is further threatened
Oil prices fell on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, over the possibility that the meeting between the United States (US), Russia, and Ukraine could lead to the easing of sanctions on…
Governor Oborevwori approves N10 billion to clear pension arrears in Delta
Governor of Delta state, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the immediate release of N10 billion to settle outstanding pension arrears owed to retirees in the state. The post Governor Oborevwori approves…
Africa loses over $580 billion annually to corruption, illicit outflows — AfDB
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has said that the continent is losing more than $580 billion every year through corruption and illicit capital outflows, a loss that continues to undermine…
NCAA orders airlines to enforce phone switch-off during take-off and landing
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has directed all airlines operating in the country to enforce a mandatory phone switch-off for passengers during take-off and landing. The post NCAA orders…
FCTA impounds more than 700 vehicles with tinted glass, fake number plates over robbery incidents
FCTA impounds over 700 vehicles with tinted glass, fake number plates in crackdown on ‘One Chance’ robberies The post FCTA impounds more than 700 vehicles with tinted glass, fake number…
FG decries low agricultural export earnings, below $400 million despite major GDP contribution
The Federal Government has expressed concern over Nigeria’s low earnings from agricultural exports, noting that the sector contributes significantly to the economy but generates less than $400 million in foreign…
Lagos Govt seals event centre in Lekki, arrests two men over illegal refuse burning
The Lagos State Government has sealed Grace Garden Event Place in Lekki and arrested two men caught burning refuse at the venue. The post Lagos Govt seals event centre in…
Lagos-Calabar Highway: Umahi directs that 2 TV stations should have access to site every week
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has directed that two television stations should be taken to the project site of the Lagos-Calabar Highway every week to show sections of ongoing…