Category: Government

Bauchi Governor: Nigeria Making Strides Despite Challenges

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has felicitated with Nigerians on the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary, urging citizens to reflect on the nation’s progress and rededicate themselves to unity and development. In a goodwill message to mark the celebration on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Governor Mohammed described Nigeria’s independence as a “historic milestone” that liberated the nation from colonial rule and set it on the path of self-determination, political growth, and socio-economic advancement. The governor acknowledged that Nigeria’s development path had faced challenges, particularly the…

Lagos announces closure of Lekki Junction inward Ozumba Mbadiwe for Oct 3

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The Lagos State Government has announced the closure of Lekki Junction inward Ozumba Mbadiwe from Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5, 2025, to enable the smooth hosting of the Electric Powerboat Racing Championship (E1 series), Africa’s first electric powerboat race. This was made known by the state Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, on Tuesday, noting that the closure was necessary to manage traffic and ensure safety during the international event on the Lagos Inland Waterways at Victoria Island Lagoon, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). “The Lagos…

NOA: 5% fuel tax to boost road funds, eventually ease travel costs

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The National Orientation Agency (NOA) says the reintroduction of a 5 percent fuel surcharge on petroleum products will go a long way to benefit Nigerians. A surcharge is an additional charge, fee, or tax added to the cost of a product or service beyond the initially quoted price. Petroleum products include petrol, diesel, and compressed natural gas (CNG). In a post on X on Tuesday, NOA said the introduction of a 5 percent fuel surcharge aligns with a global trend already in place in over 150 countries. According to the…

Ndume asks Tinubu to dissolve PENGASSAN

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Senator Ali Ndume, lawmaker representing Borno south, says President Bola Tinubu should dissolve the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) if the union continues to “serve private interests” rather than the public good. On Saturday,27th September, 2025 PENGASSAN instructed its members to embark on a nationwide strike immediately over Dangote refinery’s dismissal of “over 800 workers”. The Dangote refinery said the industrial action embarked upon by the union was aimed at weaponizing hardship against Nigerians. Commenting on the development while appearing on Prime Time, an Arise…

Commuters get relief as Lagos reopens Ogudu-Ifako bridge

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The Lagos State Government reopened the Ogudu-Ifako Bridge on Tuesday, 30th September, 2025 following the completion of repair works on 400 meters of its four expansion joints which lasted for 73 days. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a section of the bridge was closed to vehicular traffic on June 28 to enable construction. The Bridge inbound Alapere was originally expected to be ready in 100 days, but the repair works were completed in just 73 days. NAN recalls that the first four phases of the…

Kano Sunni Coalition Slams Deputy Governor Over Blasphemy Verdict Comments

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Coalition of Ahlussunnah Wal-Jama’ah in Kano State has condemned comments made by the state’s Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, suggesting that the conviction of controversial cleric Abduljabbar Sheikh Nasiru Kabara for blasphemy was politically motivated. Addressing a press conference at Markaz Imamul Bukhari, Rijiyar Zaki, the group, led by Prof. Muhammad Muslim Ibrahim, described the Deputy Governor’s remarks—made during a Maulud ceremony at Turasul Islam Jumu’ah Mosque, Gwauron Dutse on Sunday—as “deeply troubling and capable of inciting suspicion among the populace.” The coalition warned…

FG FILES CYBERCRIME CHARGES AGAINST SOWORE, X, and META OVER POSTS CONCERNING TINUBU

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The charges have X. Incorporation and Meta (Facebook) as two other defendants. The Federal Government is set to arraign a human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, on a five-count charge for allegedly making false posts against President Bola Tinubu, which it claims could cause a breakdown of law and order. Others joining in the charges are X. Incorporation and Meta (Facebook) as two additional defendants. Sowore was accused of using his official X handle to make the post, “This criminal @ official PBAT actually went to Brazil to state that there is no…

Court Declares Pat Utomi’s ‘Shadow Government’ Unconstitutional, Bars Associates from Proceeding

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On Monday, September 29, 2025, the Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice James Omotosho, made the following declarations in response to a suit filed by the Department of State Services (DSS):Unconstitutional: The court ruled that the concept of a “shadow government” is unconstitutional under Nigeria’s presidential system.Perpetual injunction: A perpetual injunction was issued, permanently restraining a professor of political economy, Pat Utomi and his associates from proceeding with the plan.Limited rights: The judge stated that while freedom of association and expression are guaranteed, they are not absolute…

Aisha Bala Mohammed Honoured for Her Peace -Building and Grassroot Empowerment Efforts

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar The First Lady of Bauchi State, Hajiya (Dr) Aisha Bala Mohammed, has been honoured with the Peace Ambassador Honorary Award by the President of Peace Ambassadors Advocacy, Amb. Dr. Onuche Kingsley, for her remarkable contributions to peace building, grassroots empowerment and humanitarian service. The award ceremony, themed “Nigeria First: Grassroots Solution for National Growth,” also saw the Bauchi First Lady inducted into the organisation’s Executive Advisory Council, a role that strengthens her voice in promoting peace and national development. In an emotional acceptance speech, Hajiya Aisha…

MINISTER ADVOCATES INNOVATIVE FINANCING TO ADVANCE NIGERIA’S MARINE AND BLUE ECONOMY

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The Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, CON has maintained that finance remains the decisive factor in transforming Nigeria’s bold new vision for its marine and blue economy into tangible impact, stressing that without sustainable investment, the country risks leaving its vast marine resources underutilized. The Minister made this known on Thursday, 26th September, at the 3rd Quarter Citizens’ and Stakeholders’ Engagement of the Ministry and its agencies held in Lagos. This was contained in a statement signed by the Special Adviser, Media and Communications…