Buhari’s List of Ministerial Nominees Finally Revealed

After many weeks of speculation, Senate President, Bukola Saraki finally read the list of ministerial nominees today at the senate plenary session. Here are the nominees: 1. Chris Ngige – Anambra 2. Kayode Fayemi- Ekiti 3. Rotimi Amaechi – Rivers

US Approves $2.3 Billion to Fight Extreme Poverty in Nigeria

The United States government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has approved $2.3 billion assistance aimed at fighting extreme poverty in Nigeria. The agreement will provide a solid foundation for both countries to partner together to reduce

NCAA Unveils Nigeria’s Air Safety Policy

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has unveiled the Nigerian government’s policy statement on safety of air operations in the country. The policy was signed by the Director-General of the Authority, Captain Muhtar Usman. The aim of the policy is

Jumia Partners With MTN to Launch New App

Jumia recently announced the launch of it’s Zero Data App in partnership with MTN, Nigeria’s formost telecommunication service provider. This initiative is targeted mainly at reducing data costs, which has been identified as the greatest barrier to extending mobile internet

Prof. Attahiru Jega Receives Charles T. Manatt Democracy Award

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is an international, non-profit organization founded in 1987. This Washington D.C based development organization provides assistance and support for elections in new and emerging democracies. Since 1987, IFES has provided assistance in 135

Nigerian Army Makes Positive Move

On Wednesday, 30th September, 2015, Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters instituted a national committee to sort out the process for the smooth reintegration of penitent Boko Haram fighters into the society as part of government’s plan to end terrorism in Nigeria. In

Netplus Advisory: Online Businesses on the Rise in Nigeria

According to Netplus Advisory, internet-based businesses have attracted $200 million in private capital over the last three years in Nigeria. This was stated when the company hosted the Connect Commerce Conference in Lagos on Tuesday. Speaking to CNBC Africa on

Omobola Johnson Appointed Lead Partner at TLcom

Omobola Johnson, former Minister of Communications and Technology, has been appointed Lead Partner at TLcom, a London-based venture capital firm as its West Africa operations take off. She joins TLcom to open the new office in Lagos – their second

Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss

1. The Senate will decide the procedure for screening the list of ministerial nominees on Wednesday, 7th October. 2. President Buhari led an array of past national leaders in a colourful ceremony held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to mark

Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss

1. Senate President Bukola Saraki Wednesday received the first 21 names of nominees to make President Buhari ministerial list . 2. A mild drama played out yesterday on the floor of the Senate over the much-awaited ministerial nominees’ list. 3.

20 Unforgettable Events in the History of Nigeria After Independence

Happy Independence Day Nigeria! While we celebrate and work together to make our nation better and carve a better way forward for Nigeria, let’s reminisce on some unforgettable events in our nation’s history after our independence on October 1st, 1960.

Ministerial List to be Made Public on October 6th

According to media reports, the ministerial list which was received by the Senate President, Bukola Saraki yesterday, 30th September, 2015, will be made public at the next senate sitting which is on Tuesday, October 6th. Sources said 21 names were

#NigeriaAt55: Read Buhari’s Independence Day Speech Here!

  President Muhammadu Buhari had this say to fellow countrymen to mark Nigeria’s 55th Independence Day: “October 1st is a day for joy and celebrations for us Nigerians, whatever the circumstances we find ourselves in because it is the day,

March Against Rape to Hold on 1st October

Add your voice to the fight against rape and all forms of sexual abuse! Be part of a great movement for change. This Independence Day, Harvesters International Christian Centre, Stand To End Rape (STER) Initiative and Mirabel Centre present a

Buhari’s Ministerial List Arrives Senate, Set to be Announced

President Muhammadu Buhari’s ministerial list has arrived the Senate, according to media reports. The list was presented to the upper legislative house on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, by Buhari’s special adviser on National Assembly Matters (Senate), Senator Ita Enang, according

Buhari to Present Supplementary Budget to National Assembly

President Muhammadu Buhari has concluded plans to send a supplementary budget to the National Assembly. According to Punch Newspaper, the special adviser to the president on media and publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, said that the Ministry of Finance has already

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