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Borrowing is not leprosy – President Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his administration’s borrowing policy, saying taking loans is not a problem as long as the government remains committed to repayment and economic growth.
“I’m a Very Stubborn Politician, I Refuse to Go, I’ll go for second term” – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared his intention to seek a second term in office, insisting that rising insecurity in parts of the country will not compel him to relinquish power the President made the remarks while receiving the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, alongside other stakeholders from the state.
Lagos Launches Africa’s First Flood Insurance Scheme to Protect Vulnerable Residents
Lagos State has unveiled Africa’s first Flood Risk Insurance Policy, marking a major step toward climate resilience and social protection, with the scheme designed to provide rapid financial support to vulnerable residents affected by flooding.
Alleged $6.23m Fraud: Police Commissioner Confirms Emefiele Approved Payment To Observers
A commissioner of police, Eloho Ekpoziakpho, has told a Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, that investigations into the alleged fraudulent withdrawal of $6.23 million from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revealed that the payment was made with the approval of former CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele.
Tinubu Appoints Bianca Ojukwu As Foreign Affairs Minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, following the resignation of Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.
Plateau Attacks: Tinubu Approves ₦2bn Relief For Angwa Rukuban Victims
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday approved ₦2 billion in relief support for victims of the March 29 attack in Angwa Rukuban, Jos, while also urging Plateau State leaders to commit to lasting peace and address the root causes of recurring violence in the state.
Lagos Assembly backs tax unification bill, seeks robust public sensitization
The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday advanced deliberations on the Harmonised Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Bill 2025, with lawmakers unanimously endorsing the unification of taxes across the state and calling for extensive public sensitisation.
King Charles Urges Western Unity In Speech To US Congress
“The challenges we face are too great for any one nation to bear alone,” Charles said, warning that global challenges require closer cooperation between the United States and its traditional partners.
Police Trust Fund Bill Scales Second Reading Amid Constitutional Concerns
The Senate has passed the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (Establishment) Bill, 2025, for second reading, amid concerns over its constitutional implications and proposed funding structure.
Tinubu Holds Closed-Door Meeting With Plateau Stakeholders
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting with a delegation of Plateau State stakeholders led by Governor Caleb Mutfwang at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.