Tinubu approves ‘Nigeria First Policy’
ABUJA – Moving ahead, priority will be given to Nigerian industries in all procurement activities. In cases where local supply is insufficient, contracts will be designed to enhance local capacity.
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Federal govt contractors begin indefinite protest over non-payment of verified claims
ABUJA – Today, contractors engaged by the Federal Government commenced an indefinite protest at the Accountant General’s Office and the Ministry of Finance Headquarters in Abuja to demand immediate payment for completed and certified projects. These contractors according to Kabir Tidjani, Spokesman for Concerned Federal Government Contractors, have not been paid since October 2024, despite…
FG to phase out electricity subsidies, says Minister Adelabu
ABUJA — The Federal Government has announced plans to gradually eliminate electricity subsidies, citing the unsustainable financial burden on the nation’s economy. Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu made this known during a strategic meeting with chairmen of Nigeria’s power generation companies (Gencos) held in Abuja. Adelabu warned that the Nigerian economy can no longer sustain…
RSF launches first drone strike on Port Sudan, hits military base, civilian areas
PORT SUDAN – The Sudanese army has confirmed that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have carried out their first drone strike on the eastern city of Port Sudan, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Controversial Nigerian Pastor’s planned visit to Malawi sparks concern
LILONGWE — Human rights advocates in Africa are sounding the alarm over the impending visit of Nigerian televangelist Apostle Johnson Suleman to Malawi, scheduled for July. Suleman, the General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, is known for his controversial faith healing claims and frequent sermons focused on witchcraft and demonic possession. The Advocacy for…