The Federal Government has dismissed reports claiming that it approved a 40 per cent peculiar allowance for federal civil servants, clarifying that no such directive was issued by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. The clarification follows widespread media reports suggesting that the allowance had been approved as part …
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), has expressed concern about worrying surge in road accidents involving dispatch riders and commercial motorcyclists, saying the trend is becoming a major threat to road safety across the metropolis. The warning came during a strategic road safety and regulatory stakeholders’ engagement organised by LASTMA for courier and dispatch …
Petrol imports into Nigeria dropped by 37.3 per cent from 5.9 million litres per day in March to 3.7 million litres per day in April 2026. This comes as local refineries led by Dangote Refinery continued dominance of the domestic market, rising this time to 91.7 percent share of the market. This is according …
Pioneer Airline, owned by the Bayelsa State government, has received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), officially authorizing it to begin commercial flight operations. The AOC, presented on May 13, 2026, is a major regulatory milestone that confirms the airline has met all necessary safety and operational standards to …
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reiterated his promise to serve only one term if elected president, insisting that no circumstance would make him remain in office beyond four years. Obi made the remark in an interview on News Central TV. According to him, Nigeria needs stability and leadership focused on wealth creation …
The Federal Government plans to raise ₦600 billion through a fresh bond auction, as it seeks to finance government operations and manage public debt. The Debt Management Office (DMO) announced the offer in a circular released on Wednesday, May 13. It stated that on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), it is offering …
The fresh move for rehabilitation of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries has sparked reactions as industry stakeholders, policy observers, and civil society groups expressed doubt about the success of the exercise. They have called for a comprehensive audit of billions of dollars spent on past repairs before the Nigerian government proceeds with a new deal …
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced the commencement of the sale of expression of interest and nomination forms for aspirants seeking elective positions ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by Moses Zuwoghe, national chairman of the party, and Ikenna Enekweizu, national secretary, the party said the …
Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke and the prosecution have closed their cases in the ongoing bribery trial at the Southwark Crown Court in the United Kingdom. The former minister is standing trial alongside Olatimbo Ayinde, an oil executive, and Doye Agama, her brother, on a five-count charge bordering on alleged bribery. All three …
Political tension is mounting within the Surulere chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as supporters of lawmaker Desmond Elliot intensified calls for his return to the Lagos State House of Assembly amid allegations of planned candidate imposition ahead of the party primaries. The growing dispute came to the fore during a solidarity rally held …
