President Bola Tinubu will Friday present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday, December 19, 2025. The annual budget presentation marks the formal transmission of the federal government’s fiscal proposals to the legislature for consideration and approval. A formal communication from the Presidency addressed to the Speaker, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas is expected to be read on the floor of the House of Representatives when plenary resumes on Thursday, notifying lawmakers and staff of the President’s appearance. In a letter dated December 17, 2025, the Secretary, Human Resources and Staff Development, Essien Eyo…
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The embattled Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed and his counterpart in the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe have resigned their positions. TheHintsNews reports that the Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote had accused Ahmed of indiscriminate issuance of importation licenses for PMS despite availability of the product produced by indigenous refineries. He also accused Ahmed of paying over $5 millions tuition fees for his kids abroad. Against this background, President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve the nominations of two new chief executives for…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered huge counterfeit foreign notes to the tune of $3, 430, 000 and €280, 000 in possession of a five-member syndicate arrested for allegedly swindling one Halima Sanni the sum of N26, 550, 000. The herbalists were arrested by the operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the agency. The anti-graft agency in a statement issued Tuesday said investigation revealed that the suspects were allegedly defrauding unsuspecting individuals of their legitimate earnings under the pretence of providing spiritual cleansing and solutions to different ailments. It said they were arrested on December…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola has said that despite the rise in local fish production from 1.1 million to 1.4 million metric tons in 2025, current production level remains below Nigeria’s annual consumption estimate of 3.6 million metric tons. He disclosed that though the estimate reflects efforts to boost domestic output, reduce imports, and enhance food security, there was a need to boost local fish production, reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imports, and strengthen food security. The minister stated this on Wednesday in Abuja while speaking at the 4th Quarter 2025 Citizens/Stakeholders’ Engagement Meeting of the…
A Cessna 172 aircraft operated by Skypower Express crashed, Tuesday evening, at Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri, Imo State, prompting an immediate response from airport emergency services. The aircraft, with nationality and registration marks 5N-ASR, was originally en route from Kaduna International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport when the crew declared an emergency, forcing a diversion to Owerri. The aircraft crashed in the approach area of Runway 17 around 8 p.m. local time. Four people were on board, and no fatalities have been reported so far. According to the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), there was no…
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, Wednesday led a high-powered Federal Government Technical Committee on an on-the-spot inspection of facilities at the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, as part of the ongoing process to upgrade the airport to full international status. The inspection exercise, coordinated under the leadership of the Minister had a strong delegation comprising the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Dr. Yakubu Adam Kofarmata; Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo; Director, Air Transport Management, Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Ahmed Tijani; Director of Aerodrome,…
Shenanigan. This ten-letter word evokes anger especially when it is deployed to retard a person, organization or country. It could be deadly. It is like truck knocking down man. This is exactly what is playing out at the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). This agency’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, fully deploys Shenanigan in its day-to-day activities. This is more pronounced when it comes to regulating importation of petroleum products. It has been ongoing for over two years. At NMDPRA, licenses for the importation of petroleum products are being irresponsibly issued. Ahmed cares less about local refiners.…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the National Assembly to urgently initiate constitutional and legislative safeguards that clearly define and limit the scope of emergency powers of the president, to prevent imminent abuse and preserve Nigeria’s federation. The opposition party also urged Nigerians, civil society organisations, the media, and the international democratic community to remain vigilant in the defence of constitutionalism, federalism, and the sanctity of the electoral mandate. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Ini Ememobong, made the call in a statement issued Monday while reacting to the judgment of the Supreme Court on the…
The Nigeria Police Force Monday announced the resumption of the enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit policy pending the final determination of the matter currently before the court. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin in a statement said the decision followed a careful review of emerging security concerns and the need to ensure the safety of all citizens. He clarified that at no point did the court restrain the Nigeria Police Force from enforcing the provisions of the law regarding the use of tinted glass on vehicles. Hundeyin added: “Nonetheless, in the spirit of responsibility, transparency, and public convenience,…
Troops of Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (JTF OPEP) have neutralised kidnappers, and rescued abducted victims, and foiled attempted attacks in a series of coordinated operations conducted between 11 and 13 December 2025. Media Information Officer, JTF Operation Enduring Peace, Maj. Samson Zhakom in a statement issued Monday said on 11 December 2025, troops of Sector 5 (Sub-Sector 4) conducted an offensive clearance operation at identified kidnappers’ hideouts in Dangoma and Godogodo villages, Jema’a Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State, following persistent kidnapping incidents in the area. He revealed that during the operation, troops made contact with…