By Ibironke Ariyo The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to every initiative aimed at preventing illicit drug use, dismantling trafficking networks, expanding access to treatment and rehabilitation, and promoting the wellbeing of all Nigerians. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, gave the assuranceContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh Benue Governor, Hyacinth Alia says President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms have strengthened the state’s finances, enabling investments in infrastructure, security, agriculture, healthcare and workers’ welfare. Alia stated this on Wednesday at the periodic ‘Meet the Press’ briefing held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He said increased allocationsContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) says the number of Nigerians enrolled in health insurance has risen to more than 22 million. The Director-General of NHIA, Kelechi Ohiri, said this resulted from the implementation of the mandatory health insurance which has gained momentum nationwide. He said thisContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday urged the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to intensify efforts to mobilise Africa’s human, financial and natural resources for the continent’s economic transformation. Tinubu gave the charge while receiving a delegation from Afreximbank, led by its President and Chairman of the Board, DrContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has directed the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate the activities of a fictitious Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). The president also directed the commission to conclude the investigation and submit a comprehensive report within 30 days. ThisContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday inaugurated the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill to prepare the legal framework for implementing state police across the country. Tinubu, represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, inaugurated the panel at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The inaugurationContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu on Saturday said interfaith dialogue remains the only sustainable path to addressing Nigeria’s security challenges and strengthening national unity. The president also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting peace, harmony and tolerance among Nigeria’s diverse religious communities. Tinubu spoke while receiving Archbishop Paul Gallagher,Continue Reading
By Doris Esa The Federal Government has inaugurated the Board of Directors of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), charging it to reposition the institution to expand access to agricultural financing and support the country’s food security agenda. Speaking during the inauguration in Abuja, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security,Continue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has urged Team Nigeria to compete with integrity and surpass the country’s best-ever Commonwealth Games performance at the 2026 edition in Glasgow, Scotland. The President also warned athletes against doping, urging them to depend on talent, discipline and hard work to achieve success onContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The Lead Coordinator, PBAT Medic Plus Outreach, Mr Matthew Avabee, says the initiative will provide free medical services in 100 federal constituencies across Nigeria. He said that this would complement the Federal Government’s healthcare interventions at the grassroots. Avabee stated this on Thursday in Abuja during theContinue Reading
