News as it breaks
An Abuja-based barber, Joshua Aiyenuro, has declared his intention to break a Guinness World Record by attempting the world’s longest haircut marathon. Mr. Aiyenuro, the founder of the T-Jos Signature brand, which caters to top Nigerian footballers and other high-profile clients, made the announcement during a media briefing in Abuja.…
The Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) has expressed commitment to partner the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council on infrastructural development in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This was disclosed when the NUJ FCT Chairperson, Ms Grace Ike, led her executive team on a courtesy visit to the AMMC…
In a decisive move to strengthen Nigeria’s electricity infrastructure, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the concession of the 6-megawatt Ikere Gorge Hydropower Plant and sanctioned the construction of a new power substation in Ibadan, Oyo State. The Minister of Power,s Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, announced the development while briefing…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Africa through digital innovation, market access and affordable financing, as it prepares to host the 4th African Union (AU) MSME Forum in Abuja from June 23 to 27, 2025. Vice President Senator…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has announced a series of significant policy decisions aimed at promoting transparency, accelerating infrastructure development, and reinforcing financial discipline across Nigeria. Speaking during a post-FEC media briefing, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Muhammad Idris, disclosed that the Council has directed the Bureau…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has given the green light for the renewal of the Group Life Insurance Scheme for the 2025/2026 policy year, underscoring the Tinubu Administration’s steadfast commitment to the welfare of public servants in Nigeria. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, the Head of the Civil Service of…
In a bold move to unlock new economic opportunities, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a groundbreaking initiative to monetise Nigeria’s rich cultural, creative, and tourism assets. The announcement was made by the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, following the council’s recent meeting…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced plans to withhold 10% of statutory allocations to FCT Area Councils over their failure to implement the new national minimum wage for primary school teachers, a situation that has led to a protracted strike across the territory. Speaking…
In a major step towards healthcare reform, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the establishment of Medipool, a centralized drug procurement platform designed to lower the cost of essential medicines and improve access for Nigerians nationwide. Announcing the development after the FEC meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on the next generation of Africans to rise boldly in the fields of science, technology, governance, entrepreneurship, education, and the arts, and help shape a peaceful, united, and prosperous African continent. The Nigerian leader made this call as the Special Guest of Honour at…
