Category : Federal Ministries


Tinubu Names Dr. Fatima Zuntu as NBMA Director-General

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Fatima Suleiman Zuntu as the Director-General of the National Biosafety Management Agency, effective April 16, 2026. Her role will focus on regulating biotechnology and ensuring safe handling of genetically modified

Tinubu Appoints 6 to Police Academy Governing Council

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reconstituted the Nigeria Police Academy's governing council with 16 members, appointing Senator Ibrahim Gaidam as chairman and six new representatives from each geopolitical zone.

Kano Forms Committee to Draft Media and Information Policy

Kano State Government has inaugurated an 18-member committee to develop a comprehensive media and information policy framework aimed at curbing disinformation while ensuring ethical journalism practices across digital platforms.

FG Warns Regional Commissions Against Abandoning Projects

The Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, has cautioned regional development commissions against starting new projects before completing existing ones. He emphasized the need to eliminate duplication of efforts and inter-agency rivalry during

Ogun Approves Weekly Day Off, N10k Allowance for Workers

Ogun State Government has approved a weekly day off duty and N10,000 transport allowance for workers to cushion the effect of petrol price hike. Essential workers are exempted from the day off but will receive the allowance.

Wike Denies ADC Venue Claims, Demands Proof

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike dismisses allegations that ADC was denied access to Eagle Square for its convention, stating no formal application was submitted. He insists the venue is open to all who follow proper procedures.

Onoh Hails Umahi as Best-Performing Minister

Former Enugu lawmaker Josef Onoh has described Works Minister Dave Umahi as the top performer in President Tinubu's Federal Executive Council, citing his infrastructure projects in the South-East.

FG Revokes Passports for Renounced Citizenship

The Federal Government has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service to withdraw and deactivate passports of individuals who have legally renounced their Nigerian citizenship, citing constitutional provisions and security reforms.

FRCN to Use Renewed Hope Housing for Staff Homes

The Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria aims to leverage the government's Renewed Hope Housing scheme to provide affordable houses for its 5,000 staff nationwide, with plans for developments in Ibadan and Abuja.

Kano Governor Yusuf Clears N32bn Gratuity Backlog

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has approved N32 billion to settle outstanding gratuities and death benefits for retired civil servants and families of deceased workers, addressing a long-standing financial burden inherited from previous administr

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