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FG approves Abuja-London route for Air Peace

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has announced his approval for Air Peace to operate the Abuja-London route, expanding the airline's existing service beyond the Lagos-London route. Keyamo made this announcement during

FG Launches Anti-Corruption Mobile App For Whistle Blowing

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has launched a mobile application that will aid anonymous whistle blowing for corrupt practices happening both within government agencies and parastatal as well as the private sectors

FG declares support for Nigeria's ambition to host AFCON

Nigeria and The Republic of Benin presented a joint bid to host the tournament. The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared its support for the bid for the country's ambition to host the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027. The Sports Development Director

Labour accepts FG's proposals, suspends strike for 30 days

After exerting some concrete agreements to some of its demands, Organised Labour last night, sheathed its sword upturning its earlier advertised indefinite strike action to commence today.  After exerting some concrete agreements to some of its demands, Organised

Here's what's causing the strange rain and flooding in Dubai

Cloud seeding is a weather modification technique that alters the amount or type of precipitation, mitigates hail, or disperses fog, typically aiming to increase rain or snow for its own sake or prevent subsequent precipitation.

Nigerian man buys car for his dog in celebration of its birthday (Video)

In a bizarre incident, a Nigerian man named Doktor Skidon has thrown an extravagant birthday party for his dog and even gifted it a car worth millions of naira. The party was a grand affair, with friends and acquaintances gathered at his house to celebrate

FG Declares Public Holidays For Eid-el-Kabir Celebrations

The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 21, and Wednesday, August 22 as public holidays to celebrate the 2018 Eid-el-Kabir. The Minister of Interior, Retired Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, made the declaration on Thursday in Abuja in a statement

FG to close Third Mainland Bridge for emergency maintenance

The Federal Government said it has embarked on an underwater investigation of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos as it works toward an emergency maintenance closure of the bridge. The Minister of Works, Mr David Umahi, who disclosed this on Wednesday during

FG to reform NYSC, float special bank for youths

The federal government has announced initiatives to transform the prospects and opportunities for Nigerian youth. The initiatives include a reform of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, to focus more on ensuring that when young people finish school, they

NLC Call On FG For Declaration Of Public Holidays For Voters After Postponement Of Elections

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said it was shocked by the last minute postponement of the presidential and National Assembly elections earlier scheduled to hold on Saturday, February 16, 2019. The labour union advised the federal government to declare

Kogi Deputy Governor's media aide mocks FG for procuring Land Cruisers for Niger Republic government

Kogi Deputy Governor's media aide, Promise Emmanuel has mocked the federal government for procuring Land Cruisers for Niger Republic government while stating that it relates to security. Recall that Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab

Lady marries corper who used to flog her in SS2 for lateness

According to her, the corper who is now her husband always flog her for coming late to school. Chisom Agoawuike shared her interesting story on Twitter with the handle @iamhalita. She tweeted: "He came for NYSC in my village and was posted to teach Geography

Photo: Man Fatally Stabs Dog to Death for Siding With Girlfriend in Arguments

A Florida man was arrested this week after cops say he stabbed a dog for always taking his girlfriend's side in arguments. The Lee County Sheriff's Office said Mike Lado, 26, came home drunk Wednesday morning before getting into an argument with his live-in

FG Approves 'Bicycle Riding' Project for Transportation in Abuja

The Ministry of Transportation says the National Council on Transportation has approved the commencement of a `bicycle riding' project, as a means of transportation in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, told

FG To Shut Third Mainland Bridge For Six Months

The Federal Government is set to shut the Third Mainland Bridge for six months starting from Friday, July 24. This was confirmed by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukayode Popoola. According to him, consultations are ongoing for another phase of

New naira: Temporary hardship necessary for economy - FG

The Federal Government on Thursday said the harsh realities faced by citizens due to the introduction of the new naira notes by the Central Bank is a necessary price for the long-term health of the economy. Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning

FG blasts Gov. Obaseki for attacking Tinubu's Economic Policy

The Federal Government has blasted the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki for criticizing the economic policy of President Bola Tinubu. Obaseki, while addressing journalists in Benin on Thursday, said the removal of fuel subsidy and foreign exchange reforms

Use Of Face Masks Now Mandatory For All Nigerians: FG

Boss Mustapha The federal government says wearing of face mask is now mandatory for all Nigerians. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Chairman, Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, Boss Mustapha, said this on Thursday at the