The Minister of State Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has said the Federal Government will to establish three military formations in Sokoto State to support military operations in the fight against banditry and…
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Global market volatility cause of petrol price hike— FG distances self
The Federal Government has clarified that it is not responsible for the recent hike in the pump price of petrol, following widespread reactions from Nigerians urging President Bola Tinubu to reverse the…
FG: S’Korean investors planning four Nigerian refineries
A consortium of investors from South Korea has concluded plans to build four 100,000-barrel capacity refineries in various locations in Nigeria, the Federal Government announced on Tuesday. The Minister of State…
FG Announces End To Hajj Subsidy
According to report, government subsidy is mostly in the form of concessionary rate which allows pilgrims to access dollars at a reduced rate from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). A…
Labour Union Makes Fresh Demand From FG Over Workers Salary
News Update Labour unions in Nigeria are urging the federal government not to allocate workers’ salaries to local governments. This follows the Supreme Court’s ruling granting financial autonomy to these entities. The…
Like ASUU, Polytechnic Lecturers set date for nationwide strike
News Update Polytechnic lecturers, under the auspices of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) have issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government over some unmet demands. The union said lecturers…
BREAKING: FG stops VAT on diesel, cooking gas
The Federal Government has announced the provision of new tax reliefs for deep offshore oil and gas production to boost investments in the sector. It also announced that the importation of…
FG To Begin Sales Of 50kg Rice At 40k In States (List)
News Update THE Federal Government of Nigeria is broadening its subsidized rice programme to address rising food insecurity across the country. The initiative, which aims to offer affordable rice to citizens, will…
Nigeria @64: FG speaks on celebration as youths set for protest
News Update While the Federal Government is planning a low-key Independence Day anniversary celebration, the EndBadGovernance protest organizers have also concluded plans to stage protests across the country. DAILY POST reports that…
Naija @64: FG Declares Public Holiday
News Update THE Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1, 2024, as a public holiday to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day anniversary. The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi…