Tag: Politics

The Presidency has refuted claims made by Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), alleging that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is neglecting the Northern region. Speaking during a stakeholders’ dialogue on the 2025 constitutional amendment held in Kano on Thursday, Kwankwaso warned that national resources are being disproportionately […]

The Senate has commenced its annual long recess after adjourning plenary sessions until Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the announcement during a brief plenary, following the adoption of a motion moved by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele. Despite the break, Akpabio reminded lawmakers that it is not a complete holiday. […]

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between Nigeria and China, as part of its broader strategy to accelerate industrialization and economic development in the country. As a key step, the government plans to leverage the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership to attract and nurture mutually beneficial collaborations between Nigerian stakeholders and Chinese […]

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Muhammad Babangida, son of former military President Ibrahim Babangida, as the new chairman of the restructured Bank of Agriculture. The appointment was confirmed on Friday, alongside the selection of seven others for key positions. According to a statement released by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and […]

The Federal Government has officially launched the State Technical Committees (STCs) for the 2025 National Youth Conference—an ambitious nationwide initiative aimed at boosting youth participation in governance, policymaking, and national development. The announcement was made during a virtual inauguration ceremony hosted by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and led by the Minister of Youth […]

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed that President Bola Tinubu’s bold and strategic policy decisions are anchored in a strong commitment to the welfare and long-term prosperity of Nigerians. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, […]

The Senate has announced plans to hold a special session today in tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, reflecting on his legacy and contributions to Nigeria’s national development following his recent passing. This follows a similar session held last week by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) in his honour. During the FEC tribute on Thursday, […]

The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s external borrowing plan, totaling over $21 billion, as part of the Federal Government’s 2025/2026 financial strategy. The comprehensive borrowing package includes $21.19 billion in direct foreign loans, €44 billion, ¥15 billion, a $65 million grant, and approximately ₦757 billion to be raised through domestic government bonds. Additionally, […]