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Tinubu To Embark On Two-Week Trip to France, Kenya, Rwanda

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

President Tinubu will embark on a two-week trip to France, Kenya, and Rwanda for summits and high-level business engagements, starting Saturday. President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday, May 2, 2026, on a two-week visit to France, Kenya, and Rwanda. According to a statement issued on Friday by presidential...

Timeline Dispute: NCSCN Says NCC’s Refund Order Predates Sowore Protest Call

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria [NCSCN] has pushed back against recent allegations of “data theft and fraudulent billing” leveled against Mobile Network Operators by activist Omoyele Sowore, revealing that the Nigerian Communications Commission issued a directive for direct consumer compensation as far back as March 29, 2026. In...

Hon. Bello El-Rufai Declares Intention to Run for President in Deleted Tweet

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

Hon. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has declared his readiness to contest for the presidency of Nigeria. In a tweet posted in Hausa on his verified X handle, the lawmaker stated: “A’a Takwara na. Ni ban butulci. Zan iya Presidency?” which...

Alake Says Nigeria’s Solid Minerals Revenue Rises To ₦68.1bn

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

Nigeria’s solid minerals revenue hit ₦68.1 billion in 2025, as government reports higher royalties, output growth, and expanded cooperatives. The federal government has said the total 2025 revenue from Solid Minerals reached about N68.1 billion, while remittances into the Federation Account amounted to N63.92 billion in the first eleven months...

CPPE Calls For Shift From Wage Rises To Broader Workers’ Welfare Reform

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

CPPE urges Nigeria to move beyond wage hikes, advocating reforms in healthcare, transport, energy, and job security to improve welfare. The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called for a fundamental shift in labour advocacy in Nigeria, from a narrow wage-centric approach to a broader and more...

Umahi Cites Funding Constraints As Work Begins On Abuja–Lokoja Highway Rehabilitation

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

Minister of Works Dave Umahi says funding constraints hamper road projects but vows Abuja–Lokoja highway rehabilitation, citing shift to durable concrete construction nationwide. The Federal Ministry of Works has reaffirmed its commitment to the rehabilitation of the dilapidated Abuja–Lokoja highway, with the Minister of Works, David Umahi, identifying funding constraints...

Supreme Court Restores David Mark-Led ADC, Nullifies PDP Convention

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

Supreme Court restored ADC leadership and voided PDP convention, triggering sharp reactions, and uncertainty across opposition politics. Relief and hope came the way of millions of supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), on Thursday, after the Supreme Court set aside an order that threatened the presence of the party...

CBN Introduces Risk-Based Capital Rules To Strengthen Banks, Restore Investor Confidence

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

CBN says new risk-based capital framework will boost bank stability, deepen governance, and restore investor confidence in financial system. Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has said the apex bank’s new risk-based capital framework will serve as a critical anchor for financial system stability, ensuring that recent...

NISO Explains Lagos Blackout, Cites 614MW Drop At Egbin Plant

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

NISO blames Lagos blackout on Egbin’s 614MW generation loss and transmission faults, triggering load shedding to stabilise the national grid. The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) on Thursday attributed the ongoing reduction in electricity supply to Lagos and its environs to a major generation loss at the Egbin Power Station,...

APC Extends Nomination Form Sales Deadline For 2027 Elections

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

APC has extended sale and submission deadlines for 2027 election nomination forms, citing public holiday and increased aspirant participation. The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved the extension of the timelines for the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms, as well as...