ABUJA, Nigeria – The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr. Bayo Ojulari, has warned that international syndicates are driving crude oil theft across Africa, exploiting weaknesses in state and regional security systems. Speaking on Monday in Abuja at the opening of the Africa Chief of Defence Staff Conference,…
ABUJA, Nigeria – Brazilian agribusiness giant JBS has pledged a £1.9 billion investment to transform Nigeria’s agricultural sector, a move expected to bolster food security and create thousands of jobs. The landmark deal was signed during President Bola Tinubu’s participation at the 2024 G20 Leaders’ Summit in Brazil. Officials say it represents one of the…
ABUJA, Nigeria – Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to release N32.7 billion and $445,000 recovered from officials of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). In a statement on Sunday under the Alliance on Surviving Covid-19 and Beyond (ASCAB),…
KANO, Nigeria – The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a fresh weather advisory forecasting widespread thunderstorms and rainfall across the country between Monday and Wednesday, with heightened flood risks in parts of the north, central, and southern regions. According to the agency, Jigawa, Zamfara, Kano, Kaduna, Bauchi, Yobe, and Katsina will experience thunderstorms with…
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) for proposing an upward review of salaries for political office holders, warning that the move risks inflaming inequality and fuelling public anger. In a strongly worded statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero…
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) have warned President Bola Tinubu to halt proposed salary increases for top political officeholders, describing the move as unconstitutional and insensitive given widespread poverty. In a letter dated 23 August 2025, SERAP Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare gave the President a seven-day ultimatum, threatening legal action…
ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria’s Minister of State for Humanitarian and Poverty Reduction, Dr Tanko Sununu, has reaffirmed that research and innovation are vital to tackling poverty, climate change, and food insecurity in the country. Speaking on Saturday at the Annual Scientific Conference and Alumni General Meeting of the College of Health Sciences, Usmanu Danfodiyo University…
NASARAWA, Nigeria – The Nasarawa state Governor, Abdullahi Sule has launched a fleet of 100 electric vehicles and tricycles to ease transport hardship and reduce economic strain on residents. Unveiled in Lafia during the week, the project also includes the establishment of a charging centre at the new State Secretariat, with more stations planned across…
ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria is intensifying efforts to position itself as a leading global mining hub, unveiling investment opportunities, sustainability goals, and support for small-scale operators. Speaking at the 2025 Nigeria Mining Week in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Solid Minerals, Engr. Farouk Yabo, said the industry is no longer an overlooked…
SOKOTO, Nigeria – The Sokoto State Government has announced plans to expand its social protection coverage by enrolling more vulnerable households into the National Social Register, with support from UNICEF, the European Union, and the International Labour Organisation. The announcement was made during a stakeholders’ consultation on Friday at Dankani Hotel, Sokoto, where officials reviewed…
