By Emmanuel Kwada In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of his constituents, Senator Aminu Iya Abbas, representing the Adamawa Central Senatorial District, is set to kick off a comprehensive 6-day Free Medical Outreach. Senator Iya Abbas This highly anticipated program will run from November 13 to November 20, 2024, focused

By Emmanuel Kwada In a heartfelt expression of gratitude and unity, the Michika Elder Forum, alongside other representatives from the Michika Local Government Area, paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Adamawa State, Umaru Fintiri. The delegation, led by Retired Major General Bitrus Kwaji, commended the governor for his inclusive governance which they believe

By Emmanuel Kwada Nigerian federal judiciary workers are struggling to make ends meet due to withheld entitlements, highlighting the need for urgent interventions and improved working conditions. Despite the recent implementation of the N70,000 new national minimum wage, judiciary staff have been left behind, with their minimum wage stuck at N35,000. This meager pay forces

By Samaila Emmanuel Bzugu The federal government has directed the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) and other relevant agencies within the ministry to promptly implement the recommendations from the inter-agency committee established to tackle the persistent grid collapses in the power sector. Minister for Power, Adebayo Adelabu, issued this directive through a statement from his

Power Minister Directs ‘Immediate Overhaul’ of National Grid The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has asked the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) and other relevant agencies to immediately implement recommendations to overhaul the grid. Adelabu spoke on Thursday, according to a statement by Bolaji Tunji, special adviser to the minister of power on strategic communications

Naira Against Dollar Naira Appreciates, Exchanges at N1,639 per Dollar After depreciating to N1, 681 a day before, the naira appreciated on Thursday closing at N1,639 to one dollar. The naira hit an all-time high of 1,681 following increased demand in the foreign exchange market. Read Also: Spot data from the FMDQ platform, quoting the

By Samaila Emmanuel Bzugu On Friday, the Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives demanded compensation for minors who were detained by police for three months on allegations of terrorism, treasonable felony, and arson related to their participation in the #EndBadGovernance protest. EndBadGovernance Protesters The caucus also called for a thorough investigation, prosecution, and punishment

Amina Mohammed Nigeria Requires $10bn Annually to Achieve SDGs – UN The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), Amina Mohammed, has said that Nigeria will need to spend $10 billion annually to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Mohammed stated this on Wednesday during a stakeholder conference to commemorate the 20th anniversary of

CNG Dispenser CNG Cylinders Last for 15 years – Presidency The Presidency has clarified that the expected lifespan of a Compressed Natural Gas cylinder is 15 years, emphasising that after this period, the cylinder should be replaced to ensure safety and maintain the integrity of the gas storage system. It said the procedure is to

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo 15 Aircraft Manufacturers to Attend Nigeria International Airshow The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, says no fewer than 15 aircraft manufacturers is scheduled to attend the Nigeria International Airshow in 2025. Keyamo who disclosed this at a news conference on Thursday in Abuja

NNPCL Deny Dealing with Adulterated Petrol The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on Thursday said it does not deal with adulterated petrol. NNPCL Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, disclosed this in a statement. “NNPC Retail Ltd does not deal in adulterated products as it adheres to rigorous standards and quality control measures at

Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance FG to Nigerians: Economic Reforms now at Result Delivery Stage The Federal Government on Thursday said that it appreciated the endurance of Nigerians on side effects of economic reforms which according to it, have started yielding results. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun