Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, has praised the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) for boosting the country’s daily crude oil production to 1.84 million barrels.Edun gave the commendation during a meeting with the Commission’s Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, at the Ministry of Finance headquarters in Abuja. He described the development as encouraging…
Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to fully implement the Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed with Türkiye, as part of efforts to deepen bilateral relations and deliver tangible benefits to citizens of both nations.The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, gave the assurance during a courtesy visit by the Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, in Abuja.
Prominent legal experts, labour leaders, and civil society advocates have called for a carefully designed framework to guide the establishment of state police in Nigeria, warning that a lack of proper structure could lead to abuse and oppression.Speaking at the Fifth Yinka Odumakin Memorial Lecture held in Ikeja, Lagos, human rights lawyer Femi Falana stressed the need for a well-defined mechanism…
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday received his Chadian counterpart, Mahamat Idriss Déby, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between both nations.The high-level engagement, held behind closed doors, highlighted the growing cooperation between Nigeria and Chad in key areas such as regional security, trade, and economic development. Although…
World Health Organization has said Nigeria is making notable progress in tackling tuberculosis (TB), with improved detection, expanded access to testing and treatment, and stronger healthcare services for vulnerable populations.In a recent statement, WHO highlighted that Nigeria’s experience demonstrates that meaningful progress is achievable when strong government leadership is combined with…
The Commissioner of Police in charge of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ahmed Sanusi, has cautioned residents to steer clear of violence and electoral offences ahead of the 2027 general elections.Sanusi gave the warning in Abuja during an engagement with members of the Lugbe community, as part of activities marking the 2026 National Police Day. He emphasised the need for peaceful political…
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated the Office of the Vice-President–Generation Unlimited (OVP-GenU) Secretariat, a major step toward empowering young Nigerians with skills, education, and employment opportunities.The initiative, known as Generation Unlimited (GenU), is a programme led by UNICEF. It aims to connect 20 million Nigerian youths to meaningful opportunities by the year…
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has ordered troops on the frontline to adopt a shoot-on-sight approach against terrorists as part of intensified efforts to end insurgency in the North-East.The directive was issued on Tuesday during a visit to troops in Maiduguri, alongside Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle. The visit followed renewed attacks by insurgent groups…
President Bola Tinubu and Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang have vowed to ensure justice for victims of the deadly Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, which claimed 28 lives.The President strongly condemned the killings, describing the attackers as “heartless cowards” who targeted innocent citizens under the cover of darkness. In a…
The Federal Government has unveiled the Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG), awarding ₦50 million each to 45 outstanding students selected from 65 finalists across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. The initiative is designed to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth among young Nigerians.Speaking at the launch event held at the United Nations Development Programme…