FG, ASUU sign MoU on salary increase, improved allowances
The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement a 40 percent salary increase and enhanced allowances for university lecturers. The agreement was unveiled during a formal ceremony attended by top education officials. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, explained that the 40 […]
FG files fresh charges against ex-AGF Malami, son
The Federal Government has filed fresh criminal charges against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son over alleged financial misconduct. The new case adds to earlier legal troubles faced by the former justice minister since leaving office. According to court filings, the prosecution is accusing Malami and his son of involvement in […]
FG seeks speedy trial of kidnappers, bandits, terror suspects by courts to reduce insecurity
The Federal Government has called on the courts to speed up the trial of kidnappers, bandits and terror suspects across the country. According to officials, delays in prosecution allow criminals to return to society without punishment, which worsens insecurity. The government believes faster trials will send a strong message and help reduce crime. Authorities stressed […]
FG Moves To Avert Strike, Summons PENGASSAN, Dangote To Monday Truce Meeting
The Federal Government has stepped in to prevent an industrial strike that could disrupt Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) recently raised concerns over labor issues with the Dangote Refinery, threatening to down tools if their grievances were not addressed. To ease tensions, the government […]
FG condemns immoral ‘sign out’ culture, task schools and parents to curb trend
The Federal Government has raised concern over the growing “sign-out” practice among students in secondary schools and tertiary institutions, which is being linked to immoral behavior. At a government policy awareness event, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), emphasized the need for everyone to work together to stop this harmful […]
FG shuts 22 illegal tertiary institutions
The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) has closed 22 colleges operating illegally across Nigeria. The illegal institutions were uncovered during a nationwide inspection targeting unregistered colleges of education. The Commission confirmed the closures, stating, “We have identified and shut down 22 unauthorized colleges operating in the country.” In addition, the NCCE carried out […]
BREAKING: FG directs withdrawal of criminal charges against Comfort Emmanson, reduces KWAM 1’s flight ban
The Nigerian Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has instructed Ibom Air to withdraw all criminal charges against Comfort Emmanson. Keyamo said the Police will speed up the process to ensure she is released from Kirikiri Prison before the week ends. The Minister also directed the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to reduce KWAM 1’s flight […]
We’re going to review electricity tariff for Band B and C customers – FG
The Federal Government has announced plans to increase electricity tariffs for customers in Band B and C. This means that customers outside Band A may soon pay higher rates for power. The government aims to bring these tariffs closer to the N206 per kilowatt (kW) paid by Band A customers. During a public event in […]
President Tinubu to Sanction Civil Servants Collecting Salaries After Relocating Abroad
President Bola Tinubu announced that civil servants who have moved abroad but are still getting paid by the government must repay the money they received. At an event for the 2024 civil service week on June 22, President Tinubu, represented by George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), emphasized the need […]