Adamawa cancels crossover concert over security concerns
The Adamawa State Government has cancelled a planned crossover concert in the capital city, Yola, citing security concerns. The event, […]
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Gombe State Establishes Electricity Regulatory Commission
The Gombe State government has established two new commissions, the Gombe State Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Gombe State Information
Yobe Governor Signs 2026 Budget Bill Into Law
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has signed the 2026 Appropriation and Finance Bills into law, following a thorough scrutiny
Terrorism financing: EFCC charges Bauchi commissioner
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a new charge against Yakubu Adamu, the Bauchi State Commissioner for
Rivers State Governor Announces Cabinet Reshuffle Amidst Crisis
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced a minor cabinet reshuffle, affecting the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of
NDIC Reaffirms Commitment to Transparency and Accountability
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has reaffirmed its commitment to accountability and transparency in its regulatory dealings. According to
Tinubu boosts Ogoni development with key projects
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its development initiatives in
Nigeria Road Crash Blamed On Institutional Failures
A recent road accident involving former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has sparked concerns about Nigeria’s institutional failures. Human
Tax Reform Laws Implementation Pause Sought by Open Forum
A non-governmental organisation, Open Forum, based in Akwa Ibom State, has urged the Federal Government to suspend the implementation of
Wike praised by Emohua ruler as dependable ally and leader
The paramount ruler of Emohua Kingdom in Rivers State, Eze Ohna Sergeant Chidi Awuse, has praised the Minister of the
Journalists killed in Gombe road crash tragedy
The Nigerian government has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the tragic death of seven journalists who were killed in
Osun strike ends January 2026 amid ALGON conflict
Tension has escalated in Osun State as rival leaders of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) issued conflicting