The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has criticised the Federal Government’s introduction of a 5% tax on refined fossil fuel sales, including petrol and diesel, describing it as an additional burden on already struggling Nigerians. Obi made the remarks in a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday night, lamenting that the policy was ill-timed and insensitive to the current economic…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) on Wednesday resumed payment of outstanding arrears to corps members, marking the first disbursement since 3 June following a two-month hiatus. The payment covers the newly approved ₦77,000 monthly allowance, which was announced earlier this year as part of the Federal Government’s commitment to alleviating economic hardship among Nigerian youths. The NYSC arrears, which span from July 2024 to March 2025, had generated widespread…

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has retracted his earlier comment describing Lagos as a “no-man’s land” following widespread backlash. The controversial remark, made during his appearance on Arise Television on Wednesday, triggered strong reactions across social and political circles, reviving long-standing debates over the ownership and identity of Lagos State. Addressing the issue on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Bwala clarified that…

Lagos, Nigeria — CHSY Limited is proud to announce its successful attainment of the internationally recognized ISO certification. This milestone affirms the company’s dedication to quality management, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The certification was officially presented on September 3, 2025, at the Novelle Centre, Ikeja. Mrs. Adele Kelvin, representing the Centre’s Lead Consultant, handed the certificate to Dr. Adebayo Blessing, ACIPM, HRPL, APRC, CIHRM, CHRP, Director of HR/Admin/QMS at…

By Ismaeel Aleem The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has revoked all park licences in Abuja, citing widespread policy violations and mismanagement. The decision, announced by Mukhtar Galadima, Director of Development Control, followed a memo from the Directors of Parks and Recreation and Lands, which highlighted significant breaches in park operations across the territory. READ ALSO: FIRS slams FCTA over office closure, denies 25-year ground rent debt Operators have been instructed…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced his administration’s commitment to using innovation and technology to achieve sustainable growth and help Nigeria meet its goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference 2025, the governor emphasised Lagos’s role as a hub for innovation and a key driver of the nation’s digital future. READ ALSO: Lagos…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is not using anti-corruption agencies to target political opponents. The Minister made this assertion on Wednesday during a roundtable organised by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in Abuja. READ ALSO: No agreement between FG, ASUU, says Education Minister  Speaking at the event, Idris said that fighting corruption is…

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has expressed confidence that the introduction of the National Single Window project will reshape the country’s trade environment and strengthen its economic stability. Edun, who addressed journalists on Tuesday, after presiding over the 63rd quarterly meeting of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Board in Abuja, said the platform, set for rollout in the first quarter of 2026, will…

President Bola Tinubu has stated that creating a state police force is an essential and inevitable step in the ongoing effort to enhance national security. The President made the statement during a meeting with a delegation of prominent figures from Katsina State, led by Governor Dikko Radda, at the Presidential Villa yesterday During the meeting, Tinubu affirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling the country’s security challenges, which he described as…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partnering with the private sector for economic growth, extending this pledge to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The governor, who met with the new FRSC Sector Commander, Corps Commander Sanya Adeoye yesterday, expressed satisfaction with the agency’s efforts in traffic management and accident reduction. Oyebanji assured the FRSC of continued support and collaboration to enhance its operational…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with the private sector in order to accelerate economic growth and promote sustainable development. Oyebanji announced this yesterday during a meeting with the Managing Director/CEO of First Bank of Nigeria Plc, Olusegun Alebiosu, and his management team in Ado-Ekiti. Oyebanji underscored his administration’s commitment to creating a favourable environment for investors and development partners. READ ALSO: Oyebanji names…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has declared a 50 per cent reduction in fares on the Blue Line rail service for Thursday, 4 September 2025, in celebration of the rail’s second anniversary of commercial operations. The announcement was made in a statement released on Wednesday, highlighting the significant strides the Blue Line has made since it began serving the public in September 2023, along the Marina–Mile 2 corridor. “In…