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President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Wednesday for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, UAE. The announcement was made by Ajuri Ngelale, the presidential spokesperson, emphasizing that Tinubu will deliver a national statement at the world leaders' summit...
Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, revealed that the automation of passport applications is on the brink of completion, with a remarkable 99% readiness. The anticipated launch is slated for the upcoming week, signaling a transformative shift in the passport application...
The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of ex-Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, on charges of alleged N1.6bn procurement fraud. The court scheduled the continuation of the trial for January 18 and 19, 2024. Emefiele faces a six-count...
President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate's approval for a substantial loan totaling $8.6 billion and €100 million. The proposal, outlined in a letter read during Tuesday's plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, is part of the federal government's 2022-2024 external...
Aliyu Abdulhameed, the former Managing Director of the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL), has been apprehended almost a year after his dismissal. Daily Trust's exclusive report reveals that Abdulhameed's arrest comes in the aftermath of a high-stakes...
Briefing newsmen at the end of the FEC meeting held at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja, Aviation and Aerospace Development Minister, Festus Keyamo, highlighted several reasons why the suspended Nigeria Air project conceived by the administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari...
In a recent move to address the challenges faced by passengers during security checks, Nigeria's Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved N3.23 billion for the procurement of advanced baggage scanners at five major international airports. Aviation and Aerospace Development Minister, Festus...
Former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has called for a swift review of the appointments of ten Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), one month after their confirmation by the Senate. The controversy surrounding the appointments, nominated...
Bola Tinubu is set to make a significant move as he prepares to present the 2024 budget to the National Assembly on Wednesday. Restricted access due to space constraints and security measures heightens anticipation for the crucial announcement. President Tinubu had earlier proposed a N26.1...
At the opening of the special session for the 2023/2024 legal year, Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Olukayode Ariwoola reaffirms the judiciary's commitment to resisting influence from public sentiments, often labeled as the 'mob.' The CJN addresses concerns about bias in recent...
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