FG, Police Propose Drones, CCTV to Improve Highway Security
The federal government and the police have announced plans to deploy drones, CCTV cameras and security control centres along major highways in an effort to strengthen road safety and tackle crime. The proposal was discussed on Monday during a meeting between the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, and the Minister of Works, David Umahi, in […]
FG Starts Payment of Outstanding Scholarships to Nigerian Students Abroad
The Federal Government has commenced the release of overdue scholarship allowances owed to Nigerian students studying overseas under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scheme. In a statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Education, officials confirmed that funds for the 2025 outstanding payments have been partially disbursed. The Central Bank of Nigeria has already transferred […]
Honorary Degree Holders Barred from Using ‘Dr’ Title in Nigeria
Nigeria’s federal government has banned recipients of honorary degrees from using the title “Dr”, in a move aimed at curbing what officials describe as widespread abuse of academic honours. The decision was announced on Wednesday by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, following a meeting of the Federal Executive Council held on 30 April. Speaking […]
Tinubu Blames Past Leaders for Electricity Crisis, Cites Failed Privatisation
President Bola Tinubu has deflected criticism over Nigeria’s persistent power crisis, blaming previous administrations for what he described as a flawed privatisation of the electricity sector that has left Nigerians in darkness.
FG Warns of Flooding Risk Across 33 States, Over 500,000 Communities
The Federal Government has warned that more than 500,000 communities across Nigeria could face varying levels of flooding during the 2026 rainy season. The warning was issued on Wednesday during the presentation of the 2026 Annual Flood Outlook in Abuja by the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev. The outlook was prepared by […]
FG Amends Charge Against Ex-AGF Malami, Drops Terrorism Financing Allegation
The federal government has amended the charges filed against former attorney-general of the federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, removing the allegation of terrorism financing. Malami and his son were initially arraigned by the Department of State Services (DSS) on February 3 on a five-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism financing and illegal possession […]
Just In: FG Unveils Names of 48 Nigerians Funding Terrorism in Nigeria
The Federal Government of Nigeria has published an updated sanctions list designating 48 individuals and entities as financiers and supporters of terrorism. The move, coordinated through the Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NigSac), aims to freeze assets, impose travel bans, and disrupt financial lifelines to groups such as Boko Haram, ISWAP, and the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra […]
Remove Us From Contributory Pension Scheme, Retired Police Officers Tell FG, Vow To Besiege Villa
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Union of Retired Police Officers under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) has appealed to the federal government to remove them from the scheme, saying that, failure to do that, they would besiege the Presidential Villa next week Tuesday with a massive protest. They said that the federal government should sign into […]
FG Announces Two-Day Break for Eid Celebration
The Federal Government has approved Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the end of Ramadan. The announcement was made by Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who congratulated Muslims across the country on completing the fasting period. In a statement issued by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, the government […]
FG to Establish Armed Forces Medical College Amid Doctor Shortage
Federal Government has announced plans to establish a new military medical institution as part of efforts to address a nationwide shortage of doctors and strengthen healthcare support for the armed forces. The proposed college, to be known as the Armed Forces College of Medicine and Health Sciences (AFCOM&HS), is expected to train military doctors and […]