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  Abuja, Nigeria ,.  The House of Representatives witnessed a heated session after Speaker Tajudeen Abbas ruled out an attempt by some lawmakers to summon President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over delays in the implementation of constituency projects under the national budget. The controversy began when lawmakers raised concerns over a circular issued by the Accountant-General of the Federation directing Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to suspend payments for constituency and zonal intervention projects pending further vetting by the Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs. Some members argued that the directive had worsened delays in the implementation of the 2025 budget, with complaints that Nigeria is simultaneously implementing aspects of the 2024, 2025 and 2026 budgets. Bid to Summon President Rejected Lawmakers, led by Alex Ikwechegh (LP, Abia), called for President Tinubu to appear before the House to explain the slow pace of budget implementatio...

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria's healthcare sector through strategic reforms, improved infrastructure, expanded access to quality medical services, and stronger collaboration with private sector stakeholders and development partners. Speaking at the 2026 Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards (NHEA) held at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos , the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako , praised healthcare professionals, institutions, and award recipients for their dedication to improving healthcare delivery across the country. Dr. Salako described healthcare practitioners as key partners in building a stronger and more resilient health system, adding that recognising excellence encourages innovation, healthy competition, and continuous quality improvement within the sector. NHEA Celebrates Excellence in Healthcare The annual awards ceremony brought together government officials, healt...

                                              President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched Power Force , a nationwide initiative aimed at training 5,000 young Nigerians to support the accelerated deployment of smart electricity meters, create employment opportunities, and strengthen Nigeria's power sector under the Renewed Hope Agenda . The programme, implemented through the Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Youth Development , seeks to close the country's shortage of skilled meter installers while providing young Nigerians with technical skills, professional certification, and direct employment opportunities. Programme Targets Jobs and Improved Electricity Services According to the Presidency, the initiative is designed to: Train 5,000 young Nigerians in smart meter installation. Expand access to electricity meterin...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerian journalists to prioritize national interest, factual reporting, and responsible journalism, urging the media not to become platforms for terrorists, kidnappers, or criminal groups seeking to destabilize the country. Speaking at the Inaugural State House Press Corps Dinner held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the President emphasized that while freedom of expression and press freedom remain fundamental pillars of democracy, they must be exercised with professionalism, accuracy, and responsibility. "The media must choose fact over falsehood, substance over sensation, and credibility over clickbait," President Tinubu said. He warned that sensational headlines capable of promoting terrorist propaganda or spreading misinformation could undermine Nigeria's security efforts and democratic progress. Government Defends Economic and Security Reforms President Tinubu acknowledged that his administration has received bo...

  ABUJA, Nigeria – The Federal Government has inaugurated a Ministerial Implementation and Monitoring Committee under the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to accelerate the delivery of Smart Schools, Bilingual Schools and Alternative Schools across Nigeria. The initiative is aimed at ensuring that government investments in basic education translate into fully operational schools that provide quality learning outcomes for Nigerian children. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa , said the committee's success will be measured by the number of schools that become fully functional and actively educate children. He stressed that education remains a key priority under the Renewed Hope Agenda and that every intervention must produce measurable results. The Minister explained that: Smart Schools will equip students with digital and technological skills needed for the modern economy. Bilingual Schools will promote language inclusion, national integration and im...

         ABUJA, Nigeria  .  The Federal Government has introduced sweeping reductions in import duties on essential goods as part of its 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures (FPM) , aimed at reducing the cost of living, easing inflationary pressures, and stimulating economic growth. The new tariff regime, which took effect in July, reduces import duties on 127 product categories , including staple foods, passenger vehicles, industrial machinery, and electric vehicles. Among the major changes, import duty on bulk rice has been cut from 70% to 47.5% , while broken rice now attracts a 30% tariff . Duties on crude palm oil and raw cane sugar have also been lowered to reduce food production costs and improve affordability. In the transport sector, import duty on passenger vehicles has been reduced from 70% to 40% , while mass transit buses, electric vehicles (EVs), and manufacturing machinery have been granted zero import duty to encourage cleaner transpo...