RMAFC Begins Revenue-Sharing Formula Review The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) on Monday announced the commencement of the process for review of the Revenue Allocation Formula (RAF) between the federal, states, and local governments. The Chairman of the RMAFC, Mohammed Shehu, who announced this at a news conference in Abuja

Ministry, NDLEA Develop Strategy to Tackle Illicit Drugs, Enhance Food Security In a bid to combat the menace of illicit drugs and enhance food security, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to create alternative livelihoods for illicit drug producers and users. The Minister

Nigeria’s Oil Production 7,000bpd Above OPEC Quota According to a report by the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Nigeria’s average daily crude production rose to 1,507,000 barrels per day in July, This is a 7,000-barrel-per-day increase above the quota approved for Nigeria by OPEC. The latest oil output figures indicate that the country

UBA, BoI Launch N5bn Facility for Female Entrepreneurs United Bank for Africa Plc has secured a N5bn loan facility from the Bank of Industry to boost key sectors of the economy and support the growth of sustainable and viable businesses in Nigeria, with a primary focus on micro, small, and medium enterprises owned by women.

Nigeria, Brazil to Sign MoU on Direct Flight The Federal Republic of Nigeria is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federative Republic of Brazil on a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) to unlock direct flights. Mr Obafemi Bajomo, Special Adviser on Foreign Direct Investments to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, wrapped up their Group D campaign at the 2025 FIBA Men’s AfroBasket Championship in Angola with a 99-90 victory over Cameroon on Sunday at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Kilamba. The result gave Nigeria a perfect 3-0 record and, crucially, a direct ticket to the quarter-finals. Josh Okogie led the

The National Emergency Management Agency has disclosed that at least 21 communities have been affected following heavy down pour in Potiskum general areas of Yobe State. According to a statement issued by NEMA following the initial swift intervention, the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), and other humanitarian partners, the joint response team remains on

A first-half header from defender Riccardo Calafiori was all Arsenal needed to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Manchester United in their Premier League opener at Old Trafford. The Italian defender capitalised on a mistake by United’s stand-in goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, nodding home to give Mikel Arteta’s side a hard-fought victory at Old Trafford. Despite

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to cancel the by-election for Shanono/ Bagwai Constituency and the rerun election for Ghari Constituency in Kano State over what it called widespread violence and disruption. In a statement signed by Felix Morka, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, the party said the

L-R: Michael Ikpoki, Ibrahim Puri, both Members of the T2 Board; Thomas Etuh, Chairman of T2; Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin, Secretary to the Lagos State Government; Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy; Gloria Danjuma, Member of the T2 Board; Obafemi Banigbe, CEO of T2; Femi Edun and Emmanuel Etuh, also Members of the T2

The bye-election held in Onitsha North 1 and Anambra South Senatorial district on Saturday was marred by late arrival of materials, apathy and vote buying as All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Young Progressive Party (YPP) and others battled for supremacy. Electoral officers and voting materials arrived most polling units between 10

In a significant move towards enhancing safety protocols, the Kwara Polytechnic, Ilorin, has organized a comprehensive two-day training for its security personnel with focus on fire prevention and mitigation strategies. The event, which took place at the Polytechnic’s auditorium, aims at equipping participants with essential skills and knowledge to effectively address fire-related emergencies and hazards.