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Oyedele opens talks to clear FG contractor debt backlog

Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele opened talks with indigenous contractors in Abuja, pledging a transparent and structured plan to settle the Federal Government's outstanding debts.

Dangote cement exports jump 71.6 percent, Q1 profit N421bn

Dangote's cement business posted a 71.6 percent jump in exports and 35 percent profit surge in Q1 2026, lifting African capacity to 55 million tonnes.

Nigeria Faces Backlash Over Promotion Snub

A promotion dispute deepens tension as the federal government faces rising criticism for overlooking a Christian candidate who topped the permanent secretary interview.

Aviation Experts Urge FG to Reopen Lagos Jet Fuel Pipeline

Aviation experts urge Federal Government to restore the long-closed Lagos airport fuel pipeline to improve safety, efficiency, and cost management

NLC Warns FG: Resolve Education Crisis in Four Weeks or Face Shutdown

The Nigeria Labour Congress and education unions have given the Federal Government a four-week deadline to end the ongoing crisis in the sector or face nationwide action.

NANS Gives ASUU, FG Seven Days to End Dispute

NANS gives ASUU ultimatum to end its dispute with the Federal Government, warning that another strike could cripple Nigeria’s academic calendar

FG Insists All ASUU Demands Met, Urges End to Strike

The Federal Government says it has met all ASUU demands and called on university lecturers to return to classrooms immediately

FG Launches Task Force to Accelerate Aviation PPP Projects

The Federal Government has launched task forces within the Ministry of Aviation and ICRC to fast-track PPP projects, aiming to enhance infrastructure investment in the aviation sector.

FG Pleads for Patience Amid Nationwide Protest Plans

The Federal Government appeals for patience and postponement of the planned nationwide protest, citing ongoing efforts to address economic hardships.

Governors Reject Proposed ₦60,000 Minimum Wage

Nigerian governors reject a proposed increase in the minimum wage to ₦60,000 ($133), citing concerns about financial sustainability. Labor unions remain adamant about a significant hike, leaving the federal government to mediate a solution.

Tinubu Set to Inaugurate Three Gas Infrastructure Projects

In a significant development for Nigeria's energy sector, prominent political figure Tinubu is poised...

Federal Government Plans to Offload Banks’ Managed Discos

In a move aimed at restructuring Nigeria's energy sector, the federal government has announced...

FG’s Stealth Operations: Rescuing 1,000 Abductees Without Ransom, NSA Reveals

NSA reveals secret operations, freeing 1,000 captives without ransom, marking a significant milestone in the fight against abduction.

NDDC Seeks FG’s Intervention over N2 Trillion Debt

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has appealed to the federal government to intervene...

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Oyedele opens talks to clear FG contractor debt backlog

Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele opened talks with indigenous contractors in Abuja, pledging a transparent and structured plan to settle the Federal Government's outstanding debts.

Dangote cement exports jump 71.6 percent, Q1 profit N421bn

Dangote's cement business posted a 71.6 percent jump in exports and 35 percent profit surge in Q1 2026, lifting African capacity to 55 million tonnes.

Nestoil denies First Bank dividend blame, eyes legal action

Nestoil rejected reports linking it to First Bank's dividend halt, blamed a CBN forbearance directive, and threatened defamation suits against banks and media.

Elumelu firms link with MoMo PSB for cardless payments

United Bank for Africa, Heirs Holdings-backed Redtech and MoMo PSB launched a cardless payment partnership, enabling wallet payments across 55,000 RedPay terminals nationwide.