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Nigeria has called on African countries to strengthen indigenous defence industries and reduce their dependence on foreign military equipment as part of efforts to improve continental security. The Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, made the appeal during a strategic engagement with African ministers of defence and chiefs of defence staff at the Africa…

Nigeria and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with renewed emphasis on economic reforms, food security, industrial development, renewable energy and job creation. The commitment was highlighted during a high-level meeting in Abuja between Nigerian government officials and a delegation from the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, the German…

The Federal Government has disbursed approximately ₦5.15 trillion in special intervention funds to the Nigerian military and related security agencies between November 2023 and September 2026, according to financial records examined, the expenditure comes amid continuing security challenges across the country, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes. An analysis of documents from the…

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his reported position that he may not visit all 36 states during the 2027 presidential campaign. Obi questioned the President’s explanation that governance responsibilities could prevent him from undertaking an extensive nationwide campaign, arguing that Nigerians deserve an opportunity to hear directly from…

The Federal Government has agreed to provide a monthly transport allowance of ₦70,000 to federal government workers for six months following negotiations with the Nigeria Labour Congress, the arrangement is intended to provide temporary relief to workers struggling with the rising cost of transportation and other essential expenses. The development was reported on October 28…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reportedly cleared former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Pantami, to participate in the 2027 Gombe State governorship election, subject to the outcome of relevant court proceedings. The commission also rejected a petition submitted by the Peoples Democratic Party’s governorship candidate in Ogun State, Ladi…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his administration’s plans to secure additional foreign loans, arguing that long-term infrastructure investments are necessary to achieve Nigeria’s ambition of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030. The President maintained that borrowing should not be judged solely by the amount involved but by the economic value of the projects…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated six individuals for appointment as executive directors of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The nominations were communicated to the Senate in a letter, according to a statement issued on Friday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the nominees include three…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced a review of its preliminary register of voters following concerns over photographs suspected to have been generated using artificial intelligence. The development has raised questions about the verification processes used in preparing the register ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. INEC explained that the register published on…

United Bank for Africa has enabled Google Pay for eligible cardholders, offering another digital payment option for customers in Nigeria. The development follows the announcement that Google Wallet and Google Pay became available in Nigeria from October 28, according to Google’s official blog. Google Pay allows users with supported payment cards and compatible devices to…