Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Ogun State government has launched a statewide monitoring exercise to regulate transport fares and ensure fair practices in the transportation sector. This initiative, led by Governor Dapo Abiodun, aims to cushion the economic pressures caused by rising fuel costs. The Task Force Control of Transport Fares of Motorists and Unethical…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Lagos State Government has announced a temporary traffic diversion to facilitate the installation of truck barriers at the Ojuelegba Flyover Bridge by the Fire Station. The diversion will take place from 10:00 pm on Saturday, October 26, to 5:00 am on Sunday, October 27, 2024. This follows recent damage to…
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration would not repeat the mistakes of previous governments regarding livestock farming, emphasising the need for self-sufficiency in dairy production. His commitment came during the opening of a two-day Consultative Workshop on Livestock Reforms on Thursday in Abuja. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified that claims regarding the cessation of old N200, N500, and N1,000 banknotes as legal tender by December 31, 2024, are inaccurate. Acting Director of Corporate Communications, CBN, Mrs. Sidi-Ali Hakama, stated, “These claims are false and calculated to disrupt the country’s payment system.” The CBN’s announcement follows…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken a bold steps to tap into the economic potential of Nigeria’s diaspora community, with the goal of boosting the country’s economic growth. Recently, the CBN led a team of key stakeholders, including the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), major banks, and International Money…
In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Federal Government of Nigeria and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have empowered over 311 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) over the past four years. This partnership has significantly enhanced the agricultural productivity of smallholder farmers, impacting over two million across the country. The initiative, which is…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Kaduna State government is aiming to significantly boost its internally generated revenue (IGR) by generating N150 billion monthly through improved tax management strategies. According to the state’s Commissioner for Planning and Budget Commission, Mukhtar Ahmed, the government is committed to automating the tax collection process, strengthening collaboration between relevant agencies,…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Over 20,000 participants are expected to converge on Lagos State for the maiden edition of Afropolis 2024, a nine-day international festival celebrating African cultural heritage. The event, themed “We Need New Myths,” aims to open doors to new possibilities, foster connections that transcend borders, and showcase the incredible potential of…
In a move to streamline government expenditure, President Bola Tinubu has restricted federal ministers and agency heads to three vehicles in their official convoys. The directive, issued today in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga also mandates that no additional vehicles will be allocated for their…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The federal government has issued a seven-day ultimatum to Julius Berger Plc to accept the N740.7 billion contract for the rehabilitation of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road or risk having the contract revoked. The ultimatum was issued by the Minister of Works, Engr. Nweze David, during a meeting with the newly appointed Managing…
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