MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas The Federal Government has constituted an inter-agency technical committee to scrutinise a proposed $200 billion integrated gas, power and high-speed rail project, underscoring the need for rigorous due diligence before any final approval. Inaugurating the panel in Abuja on Thursday, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, tasked members to carry out […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas The United States Embassy Abuja has announced the suspension of visa appointments in the nation’s capital, directing affected applicants to await further instructions. In a post on its official X handle, the embassy said, “U.S. Embassy Abuja is closed for visa appointments. Applicants should check their email for details on rescheduled appointments. […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas The US Embassy in Nigeria has identified 23 states across the country as high-risk areas, advising its non-emergency staff and their families to avoid them due to worsening security conditions. In its latest travel advisory, updated on April 8, 2026, the embassy urged American citizens to reconsider visiting Nigeria, citing persistent threats […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals has debunked reports of increasing price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, from N1,200 to N1,275 per litre. The refinery recently reduced the ex-gantry price of petrol from N1,275 to N1,200 per litre. The reduction in late March came after a series of price increases. […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its planned indefinite strike action following high-level interventions from top government officials, including the Vice President Kashim Shettima and several key ministers. NARD’s National Executive Council (NEC) reached the decision during an emergency virtual meeting held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, where it […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas President Bola Tinubu will embark on a two-day working visit to Lagos on Wednesday and Thursday to inaugurate six key infrastructure projects executed by the state government. The Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. Akosile, in a post […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES N3.3 TRILLION PAYMENT PLAN TO RESTORE RELIABLE ELECTRICITY President Bola Tinubu has approved the payment plan to finally settle the outstanding debts under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme. The debt repayment plan followed the final review of the legacy debts that have beset the […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced plans to commence a nationwide revalidation of the register of voters, aimed at removing ineligible entries and strengthening the integrity of Nigeria’s electoral process. In a public notice issued via its official X handle on Friday, the commission said the exercise would target the removal […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has stepped down from her position, PUNCH Online reports. She became the third cabinet member to resign following President Bola Tinubu’s directive for appointees seeking elective office in 2027 to vacate their positions. She announced her resignation on Friday through a letter […] Read more
MaTaZ ArIsInGDallas, Texas Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to blending traditional institutions with modern governance to drive sustainable development, as he presented staff and instruments of office to three newly elevated Obas in Ibadanland. The ceremony, held at the historic Mapo Hall on Friday, marked a significant milestone in the […] Read more
