Index to Nigerian Newspapers

A few weeks after the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport reopened for flights, including to Lagos, despite the significant revenue losses incurred by Nigeria during the closure, "Nigerians reacted rightfully and of course, According to a motion presented by Senator Dino Melaye, the cost for the construction of the runway was too high. when she presented the motion.

Malam Muhammed Sani Abdullahi, the commissioner of the Planning and Budget Commission, revealed that the Social Register in Kaduna state has more than two million persons from both urban and rural areas. In a keynote lecture titled "The Role of Students in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)," the commissioner made this claim during a summit hosted by the Kaduna State Students Union (KADSU) at Kaduna State University. Furthermore, he revealed that the 2022 budget for the Kaduna State Government had more than N4 billion set aside for pro-poor interventions. He also said that the current "youth generation is the largest the World has ever known; young people are changing the landscape with high demand for skilled opportunities.

Following his initial election in May 2015, President Muhammadu Buhari nominated Dr. Doyin Salami as his Chief Economic Adviser exactly 80 months later. arranging and keeping an eye on the execution of his economic initiatives. A 1989 Queen Mary College economics PhD graduate who recently achieved the title of Senior Fellow/Associate Professor. Identify trends and create effective policy solutions. According to the economist, in order to create jobs and end poverty, the government must stop leaks and seize $900 billion in state-level chances. Salami had claimed that income had only increased by 15%. difficulties with overcentralization and ineffective revenue collection. insufficient infrastructure.

A former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd), has cautioned the Federal Government against increasing the pump price of petroleum, saying it would push millions of Nigerians deeper into poverty.

Petrol currently sells for between N162 and N165 per litre. But the National Economic Council had reportedly recommended N302 per litre as part of government’s plan to fully deregulate the sector and eliminate monthly subsidy paymentsSpeaking in Abuja at the Dialogue, Abdulsalami said the proposed fuel price hike would worsen the condition of millions of young people and women, the demographic groups most affected by the country’s sick economic and acute insecurity.

He warned that the worsening economic and security situations during an election year make for a very challenging period for Nigeria that must be carefully managed by all concerned.

Abdulsalami, who chaired the dialogue, said though the country’s economic growth rates and inflation had improved somewhat in the last three months as official figures showed, the impact on the lives and wellbeing of the ordinary Nigerian was suspect. He said: “Insecurity in the country is worsened by our dire economic situation. Unemployment and underemployment remain at the record levels, and over 80 million Nigerians are still caught up in needless poverty.

 

The Nigerian Air Force has announced the appointment of New Branch Chiefs and Air Officers Commanding (AOCs) and other senior officers. These include Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Ayoola Jolasinmi, Air Training Command (ATC), Musa Muktar, AVM Charles Ohwo, AVM Jackson Yusuf, AVM Abubakar Liman, AVM Emmanuel Wonah, AVM Raimi Salami, AVM Olatokunbo Adesanya, AVM Aliyu Bello, AVM Nelson Calmday, and AVM Paul Jemitola. The appointment was a routine exercise intended to reinvigorate the service for greater performance, enhanced productivity, operational efficiency, and effective service delivery. The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, has appointed new appointees to various positions in the Nigerian Air Force. These include AVM John Ochomma, AVM Idi Lubo, AVM Anthony Tuwase, AVM Mohammed Yakubu, AVM Sayo Olatunde, AVM Abraham Adole, AOC TAC, Makurdi, AVM Tajudeen Yusuf, AOC SOC, Bauchi, AVM Iboro Etukudo, AOC MC, Yenagoa, AVM Nanjul Kumzhi, AOC ATC, Kaduna, AVM Emmanuel Eze, Air Commodore Esen Efanga, and Group Captain Dogari Apyeyak.

There is palpable anxiety in the Nigerian armed forces over the appointments of a new Chief of Defence Staff, Chief Of Army Staff, Chief of Naval Staff and the Chief of Air Staff.

This is coming after President Bola Tinubu’s meeting with the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali, Director General Department of State Services (DSS), Director General National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), Major General Samuel Adebayo and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Major General Babagana Mungono, at the presidential villa on 1-06-2023.

General Officers Commanding (GOCs) and other top Field Commanders have been appointed by the Nigerian Army. Brig-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, explained the development's role in efforts to revitalize the army in a statement issued yesterday in Abuja. Moreover, Lt. Gen. Faruk Yahay, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), tasked the newly appointed senior commanders with upholding the trust placed in them and redoubling their dedication to their new positions.

 

Following Ortom's letter to the House asking for its approval, the nominees were screened and confirmed. The candidates are Mr. Teryima Nguher, Mrs. Jane Aja, Mr. Kester Kyenge, Mr. Jude Uungwa, Mr. Williams Agbatar, Mr. Michael Umoru, Mr. Benjamin Agber, and Mr. Kester Kyeng. The nominees showed expertise and past experience in governance, according to the Speaker, Mr. Titus Uba, to carry out their duties. He exhorted them to put in more effort to earn their new positions.

 The former Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai (rtd), has been hailed as a national asset by Deborah Nana Iliya, the country's ambassador to the Republic of Congo. Project consultant, businesswoman, philanthropist, and singer Dr. Funmilayo Waheed Adekojo has also praised Buratai's achievements. in Abuja during a book presentation held in his honor. The event's chairman was Deborah SAmaila Iliya, the late Army General Samaila Iliya's wife, while Waheed Adekojo served as the co-presenter. "Strategic leadership today has played an ever-important role in defining and addressing global events, particularly the security concerns impacting our nation," she stated. The skill of leadership is the ability to turn a vision into reality.

International business mogul, Alhaji Aminu Dantata has advocated parliamentary system of government saying it is not too late to set Nigeria working again as all indicators are showing that the country isn’t what it is used to be . Dantata said this whole addressing the Northern elders Forum(NEF) during a condolence visit on the death of Sani Dangote and Bashir Tofa among other prominent kano sons that died recently.” You will agree with me that the presidential system of government presently in operation has failed the nation, what we need now is to adopt the parliamentary system which is less expensive he said.

The head of the caretaker committee for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has issued a warning against undermining the party's efforts at reconciliation in Gombe State. The party leader emphasized that it did not represent the ApC's views. Supporters of Governor Inuwa and Senator Goje were exhorted by the caretaker chairman to stand up for harmony, peace, and fraternity among the parties involved.

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have reached agreements to alleviate petrol subsidy pain, halting their planned strike. The agreement includes providing 55,000 CNG conversion kits for an auto gas conversion programme, pending completion of state-of-the-art stations. The government plans to roll out the program next month with pilots across 10 campuses. If not implemented, the strike issue will be revisited, impacting all Nigerians.

The federal government has approved new guidelines for the administration of expatriate quota in Nigeria, including renewal of expatriate quota positions and mandatory submission of Monthly Returns on the Utilization of all approved Expatriate Quota Positions. Inspection to commence, with fees for organisations and public places of worship.

The Nigerian government has approved a one percent deduction from MDAs as workers' contributions to the Employee Compensation of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF). This decision was made during President Buhari's Extraordinary Session on May 15, 2023. Senator George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, assured the NSITF that it would be supported in fulfilling its responsibilities to Nigerian workers. The government is also reviewing its salary structure and digitising processes for transparency and accountability.

The Federal Government has announced that no private jetty should operate in Nigeria without authorization from relevant government agencies, in a bid to shore up its revenue base and block leakages. This is the first time the activities and data resulting from the work of the Presidential Standing Committee on Private Jetties (PSCPJ) will be compiled since its inauguration 17 years ago. This compilation encapsulates the standard operational procedure/guidelines for intending and existing jetty operators in the country. The Pipelines and Product Marketing Company Limited (PPMC) has announced that it will investigate the berth constraints of LPG vessels in Lagos jetties. PPMC's Managing Director, Alhaji Ahmed Farouk, stated this during the commissioning of the Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers (NALPGAM) building and Resource Center.

The Federal Government has announced that no private jetty should operate in Nigeria without authorization from relevant government agencies, in a bid to shore up its revenue base and block leakages. This is the first time the activities and data resulting from the work of the Presidential Standing Committee on Private Jetties (PSCPJ) will be compiled since its inauguration 17 years ago. This compilation encapsulates the standard operational procedure/guidelines for intending and existing jetty operators in the country. The Pipelines and Product Marketing Company Limited (PPMC) has announced that it will investigate the berth constraints of LPG vessels in Lagos jetties. PPMC's Managing Director, Alhaji Ahmed Farouk, stated this during the commissioning of the Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers (NALPGAM) building and Resource Center.

The federal government is planning to pay transport workers while finalizing a decision on the N5000 monthly payment to the poor as the monthly subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit or petrol ends by June. Zainab Ahmed Shamsuna,One other proposal that has been made, get them registered and pass a subsidy through them using vouchers. There are several options that we are currently working on, Zainab revealed. She said that kerosene and diesel prices have been deregulated except petrol. The government would not cut its recurrent budget. Two weeks after the National Assembly passed the bill. Remember we have a revenue challenge and everything that we do, we can’t put an exit package..

The federal government's MSMEs Survival Fund Scheme's Head of Project Delivery Office has stated that the government is not distributing 80000... allegedly stated that the government is not distributing the $80,000 survival money. in a statement that the office released. "The public is hereby informed that requests for account information being distributed via social media and SMS in order to participate in the Survival Fund Scheme is a scam, so members of the public should disregard such requests," Johnson stated. He said that the federal government's Survival Fund steering committee, which is led by Minister of State for Industry, Trade, and Investment Amb. Maryam Y. Katagum, has contacted the appropriate law enforcement authorities to find and prosecute all those responsible for the fraud.

As the National Assembly reconvenes after Christmas, more dust is accumulating around the Electoral Act Amendment Bill that President Muhammadu Buhari rejected due to direct primaries. As the National Assembly reconvenes after its break for Christmas and New Year, new controversy is arising over the Electoral Act Amendment Bill that President Muhammadu Buhari rejected over direct primaries. In a letter to the National Assembly titled "Withholding assent to Electoral Act Bill 2021," Buhari listed the options to include; stakeholders in the nation's political scene, including governors and civil society groups, have suggested ways out of the dilemma. In a statement following their meeting in Port Harcourt, their chairman and the governor of Sokoto State, A quickly completed electoral act is crucial.

The House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria to suspend the implementation of the new guidelines on the introduction of… Following the adoption of a motion moved by Leke Abejide on Tuesday, It also invited the Governor of CBN,.

The Senate President of Nigeria, Dr Ahmad Lawan, has sent his condolences to the family of late candidate Alhaji Bashir Othman Tofa, who died on Monday. Lawan prayed Allah to forgive his sins and accept his soul in Aljannah Firdausi. Thisday is a public trust dedicated to the pursuit of truth and reason covering a range of issues from breaking news to politics, business, the markets, the arts, sports and community.

The National Assembly of Nigeria resumes plenary after a 49-day annual recess, focusing on national challenges and foreign exchange instability. The assembly has signed legislation, requested N500 billion from the 2022 supplementary budget, and is ready to process feedback from over 220 million constituents. The President is expected to present a 2024 appropriation bill, address Africa's exploitation and integration into the global capitalist order.

The head of state and government must give the order for the armed forces to conduct any operation in one of the ECOWAS member states, according to the defence Headquarters, which has refuted a rumour that it was assembling its forces in Nigeria and was about to launch military action. The Acting Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, originated the rumour. Gusau stated in a statement, "The Ahmed forces of Nigeria have been made aware of an internet article claiming that the military has several methods of countering their activity.

Ogun State Civil Service Commission has released a list of over 600 successful officers, who have obtained higher academic qualifications through their personal self-development efforts and passed the three stages of public service competitive selection process.

 

Ogun State Civil Service Commission has released a list of over 600 successful officers, who have obtained higher academic qualifications through their personal self-development efforts and passed the three stages of public service competitive selection process.

 

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has said as custodians of justice and fairness in society, the role of the Nigerian Bar goes beyond the development of an effective and efficient justice sector. It must also be at the forefront of championing reforms and deepening discourse that will continually uphold its excellence, prestige and the rule of law. He said  this at the Body of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (BOSAN) Annual Dinner and Scholarship Awards, held at the Lagos Continental Hotel. According to a statement by his media aide, Laolu Akande, the Vice President attended both the Igbobi College 90th Anniversary and the Body of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (BOSAN) dinner the same evening. 

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has said as custodians of justice and fairness in society, the role of the Nigerian Bar goes beyond the development of an effective and efficient justice sector. It must also be at the forefront of championing reforms and deepening discourse that will continually uphold its excellence, prestige and the rule of law. He said  this at the Body of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (BOSAN) Annual Dinner and Scholarship Awards, held at the Lagos Continental Hotel. According to a statement by his media aide, Laolu Akande, the Vice President attended both the Igbobi College 90th Anniversary and the Body of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (BOSAN) dinner the same evening. 

If the Rivers State government follows through with its intention to obliterate part waterfront in the area, more than 40,000 residents of Diobu, a densely populated suburb of Port Harcourt, would be made homeless. Elechi 1, Elechi 11, Nanka, Abba, Urualla, Egede, and Soku are among the waterfronts that are affected; they are all situated off Iloabuchi Street in the Diobu neighbourhood of the State capital. The State Government will begin demolishing all shanties and temporary buildings in selected crime hotspots in Port Harcourt starting in the second week of January, according to State Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike's message for the new year of 2022. Despite the fact that the occupants were given seven days to move out before the waterfront structures were demolished, the secretary of Egede Waterfronts,Barika Nwidezua, said several residents have lost their lives following the eviction threat.

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the residents/property owners in Magodo Phase II Estate had an encounter with an unidentified Chief Superintendent of Police, sent from Abuja to lead the supposed execution/enforcement of a Supreme Court judgment. The police officer publicly defied the governor's order to vacate the location, refusing to give an account of the number of policemen at the estate. High Chief Akin Oseni described him as 'a governor for a time like this' and lauded his handling of what he described as 'a messy incident'. The Governor of Magodo, Nigeria, Sanwo-Olu, was dissatisfied with the CSP's response to his presence at the estate. He declared the presence of the security team illegal and urged both parties to give peace a chance.He directed a meeting between all concerned parties at his office on Wednesday and spoke with the Inspector-General of Police and the Attorney General. He has since been working hard to find a solution to the logjam. The meeting held as promised and the parties are gradually moving towards a common resolution. An Abuja doctor has revealed a unique way to permanently cure weak erection, small and shameful manhood, and infertility issues without side effects within a short period.

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the residents/property owners in Magodo Phase II Estate had an encounter with an unidentified Chief Superintendent of Police, sent from Abuja to lead the supposed execution/enforcement of a Supreme Court judgment. The police officer publicly defied the governor's order to vacate the location, refusing to give an account of the number of policemen at the estate. High Chief Akin Oseni described him as 'a governor for a time like this' and lauded his handling of what he described as 'a messy incident'. The Governor of Magodo, Nigeria, Sanwo-Olu, was dissatisfied with the CSP's response to his presence at the estate. He declared the presence of the security team illegal and urged both parties to give peace a chance.He directed a meeting between all concerned parties at his office on Wednesday and spoke with the Inspector-General of Police and the Attorney General. He has since been working hard to find a solution to the logjam. The meeting held as promised and the parties are gradually moving towards a common resolution. An Abuja doctor has revealed a unique way to permanently cure weak erection, small and shameful manhood, and infertility issues without side effects within a short period.

The Chief Whip of the Senate, He asked that the Niger Delta Development Commission, be returned to the Presidency. Finished course to urgent national healing He said, The Commission should be allowed to function purely as a commission. ” Kalu also urged Nigerians to support President Tinubu’s administration, “The days of stealing public fund were gone. Those coming into government with the intention of stealing money, “Tinubu is not looking for food to eat,.

With the new policy, civil servants are expected to work from Mondays to Thursdays. Governor Nasir El-Rufa'i said the new measure is designed to boost productivity, improve work-life balance and enable workers to have more time for their families, rest and undertake agricultural activities.

With the new policy, civil servants are expected to work from Mondays to Thursdays. Governor Nasir El-Rufa'i said the new measure is designed to boost productivity, improve work-life balance and enable workers to have more time for their families, rest and undertake agricultural activities.

The Chief of Ibi chiefdom in Taraba State, Alhaji Abubakar Salihu Danbawuro, has called on his subjects to continue to live in peace to ensure rapid development of the area. He stressed the need for more understanding among followers of the two major religions and urged them to always abide by their religion to ensure harmony. The Chairman of Ibi Local Government Council, Bala Bako, stressed the need for lasting peace in the area. The chairman of the Foundation for Peace, Hope and Conflict Management praised the foundation for initiating a peace dialogue among people of the chiefdom. Rev. Father Anthony Ibrahim Bature urged followers of the two major religions to support the foundation in its resolve to find lasting peace.

The federal government announced a free train ride for Nigerians from Christmas to New Year, but it caused tickets to become scarce and exploration and other infractions marred the initiative. Sunday Amos was happy with the gesture, but the other option was to stand. She boarded from Idu station on December 28th, 2021. Passengers were not willing to listen to the reporter and had to pay high prices for their train tickets. Sunday Amos was happy with the gesture and boarded from Idu station instead. An NRC official spoke to the reporter and said better customer service was needed. The turnout was impressive and 18000 people were carried between December 24th and January 4th, excluding the people from Abeokuta.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has significantly improved Nigeria's governance and has made those who supported him proud and put shame on those who opposed him. In just seven weeks, Tinubu has transformed many who were skeptical or opposed to his presidency into cheerleaders. His energy and sheer energy have made many Nigerians realize that he is a true leader. He has visited all states and worked tirelessly, never resting, and has been in the office every day until late hours. This has led to a more efficient and effective governance system in Nigeria. Decision-making is another important attribute of a leader, as demonstrated by Theodore Roosevelt, who believed that a leader should always target the right thing in moments of decision. President Tinubu's leadership has been a source of inspiration for many Nigerians, as he has demonstrated decisiveness and a willingness to take risks in his pursuit of a better future.

President Bola Tinubu met with Senate President Ahmad Lawan and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila over the race to fill the presiding officer's posts in the 10th National Assembly. Tajudeen Abbas and Ben Kalu were anointed by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the speakership and deputy speakership respectively. Lawan affirmed that the national interest and the interest of the legislature should be the guiding principles in the selection of its leaders. Abbas discussed issues facing the country with the president, including the removal of petroleum subsidies.

President Bola Tinubu met with Senate President Ahmad Lawan and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila over the race to fill the presiding officer's posts in the 10th National Assembly. Tajudeen Abbas and Ben Kalu were anointed by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the speakership and deputy speakership respectively. Lawan affirmed that the national interest and the interest of the legislature should be the guiding principles in the selection of its leaders. Abbas discussed issues facing the country with the president, including the removal of petroleum subsidies.

The Ondo State House of Assembly has launched an impeachment move against state deputy governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa due to corruption allegations. The move follows an emergency plenary session in Akure, where the Assembly directed the Clerk of the House to write Aiyedatiwa. Aiyedatiwa, previously running mate to Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, has faced misconduct and resignation. The relationship between Akeredolu and Aiyedatiwa has become sour.

The Yobe State government has pledged to support international non-governmental organisations (INGOs) and civil society organisations (CSOs), as well as to put development strategies into action for faster advancement. The Network of Yobe Civil Society Organisations (NYSCO) and a group of International Non-Governmental Organisations (INGOs) on Social Protection Policy (ACE, COOPL, MERCY CORP, DRC, and SCI) paid Governor Mai Mala Buni a visit to discuss the implementation of social protection policy in Yobe State. The governor was represented by his deputy and the chairman of the social protection policy council, Hon. Idi Barde Gubana. "It is indeed important to recognise your efforts in implementing the national policy, which is a combination of policies and programmes designed for individuals," the governor said.

The Peoples Democratic Party Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, has described the Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, visited the Government House in Maiduguri, it is an understatement to say that you are leading by example. Nigerians wish that we have more of you in Nigeria today, The Senate committee on Nigerian Army led by its chairman, Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, was on a courtesy call on Governor Zulum..

Borno State Governor, Prof Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved N1 billion for the training of basic-level teachers across 27 local government areas of the state. The governor announced the approval during the inauguration of newly appointed local government education secretaries in Maiduguri. Over 1,000 teachers with O-Level certificates will undergo additional training to attain minimum teaching qualifications. The training will cover teachers who do not have teaching qualifications but are found to be trainable based on competency tests. Zulum has charged the newly appointed education secretaries to live up to expectations and warned that those found to be underperforming will be replaced. He also allocated 58 utility vehicles to the education secretaries.