‘This Should Not Be Normal’ — Peter Obi Condemns Nigeria’s Security Crisis

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential flagbearer in the 2023 election, has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, blaming the federal government for what he described as a dangerous failure to confront growing insecurity. Reacting to reports surrounding the alleged abduction of worshippers from a church in Kaduna State, Obi said the recurring […]

EFCC Proposes ₦3.2bn for Cleaning, Meals and Fuel in 2026 Budget

Fresh details from the 2026 federal budget proposal have shown that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) plans to spend more than ₦3.2 billion on non-capital items such as cleaning, meals, fuel and power-related services in the coming fiscal year. The spending breakdown is contained in the 2026 Appropriation Bill submitted by President Bola […]

FG Defends January 2026 Implementation of New Tax Laws Amid Controversy

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its resolve to roll out the newly approved tax reforms as scheduled, despite growing criticism and calls for a delay from some political leaders and stakeholders. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, defended the decision, insisting that the Tax Act should take effect on […]

NELFUND: FG Supports 788,000 Nigerian Students With ₦150bn Interest-Free Loans

The Federal Government has disclosed that more than ₦150 billion has so far been disbursed to about 788,000 Nigerian students under the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), marking a major milestone in the country’s education financing efforts. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, made this known on Monday in Abuja during […]

Tinubu Government Announces Christmas, New Year Public Holidays

The Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced public holidays for the 2025 Christmas and New Year celebrations. According to a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, December 25 and 26, 2025, have been set aside to observe Christmas Day and Boxing Day, while […]

Kidnapping Now Terrorism, Death Sentence Awaits Offenders – Akpabio Declares

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has openly endorsed the death penalty as a necessary response to the growing menace of kidnapping in Nigeria, arguing that only the toughest punishment can effectively deter violent criminals. Akpabio made the remarks on Thursday while addressing delegates at the 14th National Caucus meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC), held […]