FG approves N32 billion for BHCPF to strengthen primary healthcare services
The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of N32 billion to the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) in an effort to enhance primary healthcare services across Nigeria. This funding…
Rivers Crisis: Our governor is peaceful; we love him; leave us in peace — Ibinabo Fiberesima
A call for peace has emerged from Nollywood actress Ibinabo Fiberesima amid ongoing unrest in Rivers State. The actress emphasized the need for tranquility in the region, expressing concern over…
Rivers: ‘This illegality can’t stand,’ Amaechi speaks on Fubara’s suspension
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday announced a state of emergency in Rivers State, resulting in the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and all elected legislators in…
FAAC disbursements hit record N15.26 trillion in 2024, surge by 43% – NEITI
In a significant financial milestone, the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) disbursed a record N15.26 trillion in 2024, marking a 43% increase from the previous year. This substantial disbursement was…
INTERVIEW: State of Emergency in Rivers: How Tinubu’s action saved Fubara — AGF Fagbemi
The Federal Government’s recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State is said to have played a crucial role in stabilizing the region’s governance under Governor Siminalayi Fubara.…
Emissions from building sector stopped rising first time since 2020 – UN
In a significant development, the United Nations has reported that emissions from the global building sector have ceased rising for the first time since 2020. This halt in the increase…
Court lifts injunction on Senate’s disciplinary process against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
A court has lifted an interim injunction that had previously halted the Nigerian Senate’s disciplinary proceedings against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The injunction was initially granted on March 4, effectively pausing…
Rivers Administrator Promises To Work With Stakeholders, Restore Peace
The recently appointed Sole Administrator for Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-ete Ibas (retired), has pledged to reestablish law and order amid the ongoing crisis in the state. Ibas assumed the…
Labour Demands Immediate Reversal Of Emergency Rule In Rivers
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have called for the prompt reversal of a state of emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu.…
Dangote Stops Petrol Sale In Naira, Gives Condition For Resumption
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos has announced a temporary halt to the sale of petroleum products in Naira. This move is likely to impact fuel prices in Nigeria. The…