The Federal Government on Thursday unveiled Nigeria’s first Gas Trading License alongside a Clearing House and Settlement Authorization, presented by the Executive Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed, to Jex Markets Ltd in Abuja. Engr. Ahmed said the license represents a major step toward transforming Nigeria’s gas market into a more transparent, efficient and investor-friendly system, noting tha

The Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs on Thursday approved the nomination of former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, for appointment as ambassador, alongside several other high-profile nominees. Also cleared were former Minister of Interior Abdulrahman Dambazau, former presidential aide Reno Omokri, Senator Ita Enang, Senator Grace Bent, former INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, former Enugu State Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, and former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu. T

World Trade Organisation Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has celebrated her inclusion on Forbes’ 100 World’s Most Powerful Women list for 2025, marking her eighth appearance on the influential global ranking. In a post shared on her verified X handle, Okonjo-Iweala expressed gratitude for the recognition, describing it as both an honour and a reminder of the weight of leadership. She noted that being listed again reinforced her commitment to strengthening the rules-bas

The House of Representatives erupted into a rowdy session on Wednesday as lawmakers clashed over which committee should interrogate Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, regarding the alleged non-remittance of over ₦16tn in government revenue. The dispute followed a motion raised by Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairman, Bamidele Salam, demanding accountability for unremitted operating surpluses and revenue. The controversy intensified when Kano lawmaker

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his directive withdrawing police personnel attached to VIPs, insisting that the officers must be redeployed to security-challenged areas across the country. The President restated the order before the Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja, stressing that the nation cannot afford to keep essential manpower away from critical policing duties at a time of increased insecurity. He instructed the Ministry of Interior to liaise with t

The Federal Government, state governors and key development partners have renewed their collaborative push to rescue Nigeria’s struggling education sector, following the maiden Nigeria Education Forum (NEF 2025) held in Abuja on Tuesday and Wednesday. The forum, organised by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the Federal Ministry of Education, the Committee of States’ Commissioners of Education in Nigeria and other partners, brought together major players to address long-sta

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its directive for the withdrawal of police officers attached to VIPs, insisting that the personnel must return to core policing duties as part of ongoing security reforms. President Bola Tinubu restated the order on Wednesday before presiding over the Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House, Abuja, expressing displeasure over the slow pace of compliance by relevant agencies. He directed the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi T

The House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing legislative measures that will strengthen Nigerian youths and enhance their role in national development. Chairman of the Committee, Moshood Akiolu, made the pledge on Wednesday at an event commemorating the 2025 International Anti-Corruption Day in Abuja, stressing the need for stronger institutions and improved civic engagement. Akiolu said the 10th House, under Speaker Taju

A United States Congressman, Riley Moore, has raised alarm over the scale of violence suffered by Christian communities in Benue State, following his visit to several internally displaced persons (IDP) camps on Wednesday, where he met survivors of deadly attacks. Moore said he encountered dozens of displaced Christians who narrated horrifying experiences of killings that forced them from their ancestral homes, noting that the level of brutality described to him underscored th

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), over allegations of terrorism financing, money laundering, and suspicious financial activities linked to recovered Abacha loot. According to EFCC investigators, Malami is expected to account for his reported N10 billion investment portfolio in Kebbi State, as well as clarify the whereabouts of $322 million recovered from Sw

Nigeria’s education budget has surged to N3.52 trillion in 2025 under President Bola Tinubu, marking a significant rise from the N1.54 trillion allocated in 2023, Vice-President Kashim Shettima has said. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening of the 2025 Nigeria Education Forum, Mr Shettima emphasised that the increased investment reflects the administration’s commitment to strengthening human capital and building a globally competitive population. The forum was organise

The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to deepen defence and military cooperation between both countries. According to the statement issued by the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of State for Defence, Ahmed Dan Wudil, the agreement will enhance strategic collaboration across key security areas, including military training, intelligence sharing, defence production and joint operations. The MoU was signe

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company’s upstream arm, NNPC Exploration and Production Limited, has achieved its highest daily crude oil production in more than three decades, reaching 355,000 barrels per day on December 1, 2025. The milestone, confirmed in a statement by NNPC Limited’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, marks the company’s biggest output since 1989 and reflects renewed momentum in Nigeria’s upstream recovery According to the statement, NNPC

The Economic Community of West African States has declared a state of emergency across the region following renewed political instability, rising security threats, and worsening humanitarian conditions. The announcement was made by the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Touray, during the 55th Session of the Mediation and Security Council at the ministerial level in Abuja, where he warned that the region now faces unprecedented risks that demand urgent collective action

The Federal Government has announced a sweeping ban on the use of physical cash for revenue payments, directing all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to fully switch to electronic transactions. The directive, issued through four Treasury circulars released by the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, mandates MDAs to install functional POS terminals and other approved electronic payment devices within 45 days. According to the circulars signed by the Account

The Federal Government has directed all ministries, departments and agencies to roll over 70 per cent of their 2025 capital budget into the 2026 fiscal year, as part of efforts to prioritise ongoing projects and manage spending pressures caused by declining revenues. The directive, issued through the 2026 Abridged Budget Call Circular released by the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, emphasizes that no new capital projects will be allowed in the 2026 fiscal proposal,

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has again expressed concern over persistent funding challenges affecting its operations, prompting a visit by its Permanent Secretary, Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed, to the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation on Monday. During the meeting, Ambassador Ahmed engaged with the Accountant-General, Dr. Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, to seek more predictable financing and faster release of budgeted allocations for the ministry’s activities at home and

Burkina Faso’s military government has announced the detention of 11 Nigerian military personnel and the seizure of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 transport aircraft after what it described as an unauthorised entry into Burkinabe airspace. The aircraft was said to have made an emergency landing in Bobo-Dioulasso on December 8, 2025. The development was disclosed late Monday in a statement by the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), a regional military bloc comprising Burkina Fas

Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has approved the payment of the 13th month salary for Oyo State workers for the seventh consecutive year, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare. He also approved the outstanding salaries and minimum wage arrears owed to staff of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso. The governor made the announcement on Monday while inaugurating the Governing Board of the LAUTECH Teaching Hospital a

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday issued a firm warning to public officers as rising corruption continues to undermine effective governance and weaken public institutions. He said Nigeria could not afford practices that eroded public trust at a time when the nation was striving to rebuild confidence in leadership. Speaking at the Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) held at the State House Banquet Hall, Abuja, the President represented by the Secretary to t