In a groundbreaking initiative, the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has partnered with renowned actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde to advance women’s empowerment through cinematic arts. The 46-year-old actress, who made her acting debut in 1995, has since starred in over 300 films, selling millions of copies and earning a global reputation as a trailblazer in the Nigerian film industry.   Announcing the collaboration, the Minister, in a statement signed by…

Nigeria secured $7.6 billion in investment interests during the Africa Investment Forum 2024, held in Rabat, Morocco, from December 4 to 6, 2024. Announcing this on his X (formerly Twitter) page yesterday, the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, reaffirmed his commitment to supporting and bolstering investments in Nigeria. He also expressed gratitude to the governors and all attendees who contributed to the success of the forum. …

Weeks after the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) approved non-scheduled flight operations at the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport for six months, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) on Friday began its calibration of landing systems. In a statement made available to newsmen today on the state government Facebook page, the calibration signaled the final stages of preparations for commercial flight operations. The NAMA calibration aircraft landed on the airport’s…

The Joint National Assembly Committee on Solid Minerals has rejected the proposed N9 billion capital budget for the mining sector in the 2025 fiscal year.   The Assembly criticised the allocation, stating that it falls significantly short of the investment needed to establish solid minerals as the cornerstone of Nigeria’s economic diversification efforts. During the budget defense session on Friday, Senator Ekong Sampson, Chairman of the Joint Senate and House of…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has warned that the commission may struggle to carry out its constitutional duties in 2025 due to severe budgetary constraints.  He stated that the proposed N40 billion budget for the year is barely sufficient to cover staff salaries, leaving critical electoral activities unfunded. Yakubu made this disclosure during a session with the Senate and House of Representatives Joint Committees…

The Federal Government (FG) has revealed plans to allocate $50 million of the $52.88 million recovered from the United States, linked to former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, to enhance rural electrification projects across Nigeria. Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, disclosed this on Friday in Abuja during the formal signing of the Asset Return Agreement between Nigeria and the United States. The New Daily…

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has disbanded his cabinet, citing the need for a fresh perspective and energy to drive his administration forward.  He made the announcement on Friday during a valedictory session held at the Executive Council chamber in Uyo, the state capital. The governor emphasised that the decision was not a result of underperformance, but rather a strategic move to bring in new professionals to support his governance.…

Donald Trump has been given an unconditional discharge following his conviction in the Stormy Daniels hush money case. The decision means the incoming US president will not face jail time, probation, or a fine. Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan, who had the authority to sentence Trump to up to four years in prison, announced the verdict. This sentencing occurs just days before the 78-year-old is set to be inaugurated for…

The Federal Government (FG) has revealed that the United States handed over $52.88 million in assets linked to former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke. Alison-Madueke fled to London shortly after leaving office in May 2015 and has remained abroad ever since, facing numerous allegations of embezzlement during her tenure. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, announced this during a formal asset recovery agreement signing held in…

In a major policy move aimed at fostering economic development and transparency in land administration, Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah has signed the Land Use Regulation 2025 and Executive Order No. 1, 2025.  The governor in a statement on his X page Friday, said the regulation designated several locations across the state as urban areas, marking a significant milestone in the state’s development agenda. Under the new Executive Order, the…

President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Saturday, January 11, to attend the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2025).   Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, announced this today via a statement on his X account (formerly Twitter). He revealed that President Tinubu received an invitation from His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, to participate…

Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has summoned the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, to explain why the implementation of a proposed expatriates taxation policy should not be halted.   The order followed an ex-parte motion filed by the plaintiff’s counsel, Patrick Peter. Justice Ekwo directed that the motion be served on the minister and AGF within three days…