The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for improved funding and better staff welfare as preparations for the 2027 general election gather pace. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, raised the concerns during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, in Abuja. He…
The Federal University of Environment and Technology (FUET), Rivers State, and the Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology (NILEST), Zaria, have confirmed receiving a combined ₦91.97 million from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to cover institutional charges for 536 students. According to the institutions, the disbursement forms part of the Federal Government’s student…
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has called for an independent investigation into fresh allegations involving President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. Atiku made the demand in a statement issued by the Atiku Media Office in Abuja on Tuesday. He argued that authorities should not ignore corruption allegations involving…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the arrest of Adeniyi Adeyemi, who claims to be the Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC). The order followed his failure to appear for arraignment over alleged forgery, fraud and impersonation. Justice Mohammed Umar issued the warrant on Tuesday after Adeyemi failed to appear…
The organisers of the Nigeria Spelling Bee have opened registration for the next edition of the national competition. Parents and schools can now register eligible pupils and students for a chance to compete for scholarships, cash prizes and an opportunity to represent Nigeria at the African Spelling Bee. The organisers announced the development through the…
Patron of the City Boy Movement, Seyi Tinubu, says the organisation has grown beyond its role as a campaign platform. According to him, it has evolved into a nationwide movement committed to national development and citizen engagement. He spoke at the opening dinner of the City Boy Movement National Retreat held at the State House…
The Lagos State Government has started recruiting doctors, nurses and other clinical personnel into its 29 secondary healthcare facilities to strengthen healthcare delivery and tackle workforce shortages. The Lagos State Health Service Commission announced the exercise in a statement on Monday. It said Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the recruitment to fill vacancies in government general…
The Presidency has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his call for a United Nations-led investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the request as unnecessary and politically motivated. Makinde made the appeal on Monday while formally taking responsibility for the welfare, rehabilitation and education of the…
Political parties are racing to beat the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) deadline for submitting candidates for the 2027 general election. However, legal disputes and leadership crises continue to unsettle several opposition parties. The uncertainty deepened after the Court of Appeal in Abuja upheld an earlier Federal High Court order restraining INEC from receiving submissions…
Adeniyi Adeyemi, who claims to be the Director-General of the disputed Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), has alleged that his life is in danger ahead of his scheduled arraignment. The embattled PFIPC claimant also appealed to President Bola Tinubu to establish an independent panel to investigate the controversy surrounding his appointment and the agency’s…
