The Rivers State Government’s proposed N1.854 trillion 2026 budget has remained pending in the state House of Assembly, weeks after Governor Siminalayi Fubara presented the appropriation bill to lawmakers.The delay has been linked to continuing disagreements and fresh understandings between Governor Fubara and the Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly.Fubara presented the budget…
Passengers were left stranded at airports in Abuja, Lagos and other locations after aviation unions commenced industrial action that disrupted Air Peace operations.The unions accused the airline of frustrating workers’ attempts to organise under trade unions and alleged that it had failed to remit the required five per cent Ticket Sales Charge to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority.The action…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to protect the unity of the country, stressing that no political, ethnic, religious or social difference should be allowed to destroy the nation.The President made the call while emphasising the importance of dialogue and peaceful engagement in resolving disagreements among Nigerians.Tinubu acknowledged that Nigeria is a diverse country with…
The Ogun State Head of Service, Olanrewaju Saka, has urged civil servants across the state to make regular medical examinations a habit rather than waiting until they develop symptoms before seeking medical attention.Saka gave the advice during the flag-off of a free diagnostic programme tagged “Know Your Health Status”, organised by the Ogun State Government as part of activities marking the…
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Barcelona and Spain forward Ferran Torres, with the transfer expected to be worth more than £40 million.The 26-year-old has been given permission to remain away from Barcelona training as negotiations over a possible move to the French champions continue. Torres had been expected to return to training on Wednesday, but his absence…
The coach of the Super Falcons has accepted responsibility for Nigeria’s defeat at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), acknowledging that the team fell short of expectations during the crucial encounter.Speaking after the match, the coach said responsibility for the outcome rested with him and his technical team, while refusing to shift blame to the players.The defeat came as a…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated a Nigerian company after it secured a major contract from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat to provide a customs-related digital infrastructure project valued at about $1 billion.The President described the development as an important demonstration of the growing capacity of Nigerian businesses to compete for major…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that some of the country’s finest political minds and professionals are now members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as the party intensifies preparations for the forthcoming Osun State governorship election.Atiku made the statement while addressing supporters and party members during political activities ahead of the election. He…
Nigerian troops operating in Borno State have recorded another success in the fight against terrorism after neutralising several suspected terrorists and recovering weapons and ammunition during a military operation.The operation was carried out as part of ongoing efforts by the armed forces to dismantle terrorist networks operating in the North-East and prevent them from regrouping or launching…
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has called for the development of a comprehensive 30-year development plan designed to ensure continuity in governance and sustain the state’s development beyond successive administrations.Alia made the call during a symposium organised as part of activities marking Benue State’s Golden Jubilee celebration. He said the state needs a long-term blueprint that…