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The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to send the first citizen to space. The Director General, National Space Research and Development Agency, Dr Mathew Adepoju disclosed this at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday. The…

Former Minister of Works and Housing Babatunde Fashola, on Monday, emphasized that workers deserve reasonable wage adjustments, especially amidst rising living costs. He highlighted the distinction between wages and salaries,…

The federal government on Tuesday disclosed its desire to activate plans to list the annual Ojude Oba festival, as one of the of the festivals backed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).…

The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Moji Adeyeye has warned Nigerians against the storage of cooked food in refrigerators for more than three days. She emphasised…

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPoB, has said that it is not opposed to any genuine dialogue between Ndigbo and Yoruba in Lagos State, or any South-West state, but is vehemently against and will oppose any dialogue that is intended to…

The federal government has denied renaming the Murtala Mohammed expressway in the federal capital territory (FCT) after Wole Soyinka, the Nobel Laureate. On June 4, President Bola Tinubu named the just inaugurated arterial road N20…

In a scathing statement issued on Monday, former presidential candidate Peter Obi lambasted the Nigerian government for its lavish spending on luxury items amidst the country's economic struggles. Peter Obi specifically targeted the…

A former minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has slammed the Tinubu-led government for its call for sacrifice, labeling it a mockery of the suffering masses. In a post on his X.com on Monday, Dalung argued that if Tinubu is…

The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has revealed plans by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) government to lift the visa ban imposed on Nigerian travellers soon. Keyamo, during a 44-minute interview with the Senior Special Assistant…

The Nigerian Police Force, NPF, has dismissed claims by human rights activist, Shehu Sani, that there are #EndSARS protesters in detention. The NPF stated that the call by Sani on President Bola Tinubu, during the Democracy Day…

The Presidency has responded to a New York Times article criticizing the Nigerian economy as facing its worst trajectory in a generation. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, reacted on Sunday…

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has stressed the importance of self-reliance in food production. Speaking after attending Eid prayers with the Emir of Daura, Katsina State Dr Faruk Umar Faruk, Buhari lauded the efforts of Nigerians…

President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, praised fathers for their sacrifice and resilience in shaping the nation’s future. He encouraged fathers to remain committed to shaping the futures of the next generation. This was contained in a…

The Nigeria Labour Congress said the government must accede to its demands on minimum wage based on practical realities in the country. The NLC also faulted a statement by President Bola Tinubu during a meeting with some governors…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has advised Muslims and other Nigerians to be cautious while engaging in religious and social activities during the Sallah celebrations. The DSS also urged them to observe all necessary personal…