Several Communities Suffer Heavy Damage A powerful windstorm has destroyed houses, food storage facilities, and valuable property across several communities in Kebbi State. The disaster affected communities in Suru Local Government Area, including Sambera, Jeroki, Becinga, Nassarawa, Tunga Soja, Tauken Mage, Tunga Muminu Oro, and Ciwan Wanzam. Families Displaced After Storm The storm struck on…
State Department Issues Fresh Warning The United States Department of State has warned Americans owing more than $2,500 in child support that they could lose their passports. The agency said federal regulations prevent affected individuals from obtaining or renewing a US passport until they clear the debt. Debtors Risk Losing Valid Passports According to the…
Lawmakers Back Spending Plan for Abuja Development The Senate of Nigeria has approved the 2026 Statutory Appropriation Bill for the Federal Capital Territory, with a total budget of ₦2.285 trillion. Lawmakers passed the bill after reviewing a harmonised report from both chambers of the National Assembly. Budget Breakdown Highlights Capital Projects Austin Akobundu presented the…
Lawmakers push new alcohol control bill The House of Representatives has begun steps to regulate alcohol use across Nigeria. Lawmakers say the move will address rising health and social concerns linked to substance abuse. In particular, they aim to tackle the growing impact of alcohol misuse on society. The proposed legislation is titled “A Bill…
Expansion Into Power Sector Announced Africa’s leading industrialist, Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to expand into the power sector. He aims to generate up to 20,000 megawatts of electricity across Africa. Dangote shared this vision during a meeting with Maktar Diop at the International Finance Corporation headquarters. The discussion focused on investment opportunities and Africa’s…
NDLEA Confirms Multi-Country Operation Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a suspected Nigerian drug baron, Amadi Simon, in Switzerland. The arrest followed a joint operation with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration and European security agencies. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, confirmed the development in a statement on Thursday. Coordinated Arrests Across…
State Moves to Boost Power Supply The Enugu State government has announced plans to build a 660-megawatt coal-fired power plant. Governor Peter Mbah said construction will begin in July. He shared the update during a meeting with the Organised Private Sector Nigeria in Enugu. Project Targets Economic Growth Mbah said the project supports his plan…
Army Issues Directive on Social Media Conduct The Nigerian Army has warned its personnel against using social media, stressing that violators will face disciplinary action. The Provost Marshal, Mathias Erebulu, gave the directive during a training seminar for Military Police personnel. Commanders Told to Enforce Compliance Erebulu instructed commanders to return to their units and…
Danjuma Goje, senator representing Gombe Central, says Nigeria should hand over the management of its electricity sector to China for about 20 years to achieve stable power supply. Goje spoke on Wednesday during the senate confirmation hearing of Joseph Tegbe. The former Gombe governor said repeated interventions across different segments of the power sector had…
Taiwo Oyedele, Minister of Finance and coordinating minister of the economy, says the federal government will not reintroduce fuel subsidy, insisting that the policy distorted Nigeria’s economy. Oyedele spoke in Paris during an investment meeting with international investors held as part of Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to France. According to him, the Tinubu administration remains…
