The federal government, on Thursday flagged off the sensitisation activities for the commencement of the Personnel Audit and Skill Gap Analysis (PASGA) project, that targets a more efficient service delivery in the Federal Civil Service. Esther Walson-Jack, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), speaking at the official commencement of the flagship reform

Nigeria’s governors are moving to the APC, thereby affecting Nigeria’s political system. The wave of defections is shrinking the real choice for voters and creating a one-party feel in many states.  We don’t need to ban people from changing parties. We need fair, simple rules. Make campaign money visible, keep the referee (INEC) truly independent

Until a few days ago, very few people in or outside Madagascar had ever heard of Colonel Michael Randrianirina. ‘ Today, he is the man at the center of one of the country’s biggest political shakeups, a sudden military takeover that has left the nation and the world watching closely. From unknown soldier to national

The Senate is scheduled to screen Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan today (Thursday) for Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following President Tinubu’s nomination sent to the upper chamber this week. A Senate information circular on Wednesday confirmed the session. Amupitan, a law professor and administrator, would succeed the outgoing chair if confirmed. Lawmakers

Nigeria’s phone market has been on fire lately not because of a new Apple launch, but because of a shocking discovery. Many Nigerians are realizing that the “iPhone 17 Pro Max” they proudly bought might actually be an old iPhone XR dressed up to look brand new. The controversy started when tech entrepreneur Blord was

Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, says schools that bill parents in dollars or any other foreign currency should face closure.  Speaking in Abuja during activities marking Nigeria’s Mining Week, Alake argued that collecting fees in forex fuels avoidable demand for dollars and undermines confidence in the naira. He urged regulators to enforce

The naira weakened for a third straight session on Wednesday, closing at ₦1,473.29 to the United States dollar at the official market.  This compares with ₦1,463.23 on Tuesday and ₦1,457.51 at the start of the week, extending a slow but persistent slide. Dealers attribute the move to end-user demand from importers, portfolio positioning ahead of

The federal government has intensified efforts to accelerate judicial processes across the country, targeting a reduction in the number of inmates awaiting trial. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, disclosed this on Wednesday during an inspection visit to the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Kuje, Abuja. He said the government, in collaboration with the Office of

Inside Tinubu’s mercy list: From murderers to ministers, the prominent names among 175 pardons The Federal Government of Nigeria on Wednesday said it has offset its losses on capital, reduced investor risks, and improved corporate tax deductions for Value Added Tax (VAT) and capital expenditure, in a move designed to enhance overall profitability and investor

…as fx market turnover jumps 56.4% to $8.6bn …FG seeks $32bn for power, bullish about 7% GDP growth The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is targeting a $20 billion current account surplus in the medium term as reforms to boost non-oil exports, stabilise the foreign exchange market, and rebuild external buffers begin to take hold.

…as EFCC boss retains seat as NACIWA President The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has sought to unify the region’s fight against corruption with the adoption of new guidelines on cross-border investigations, asset tracing, recovery, and management. The initiative, endorsed at the 2025 Annual General Assembly of the Network of Anti-Corruption Institutions in

The federal government has urged members of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) to strengthen solidarity and deepen cooperation in addressing global challenges such as climate change, debt crises, and inequality. Nigeria made the call on Tuesday through Dunoma Umar Ahmed, permanent secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during the 19th Ministerial Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau of