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WORLD BANK COMMENDS SPESSE ON CERTIFICATION EXAMSThe World Bank has commended the SPESSE Environmental Node for launchin...
22/12/2025

WORLD BANK COMMENDS SPESSE ON CERTIFICATION EXAMS

The World Bank has commended the SPESSE Environmental Node for launching professional certification examinations, describing it as a key shift from capacity building to standards-based certification.

The commendation followed the World Bank’s Implementation Support Mission held between November and December 2025, during which the team visited the Environmental Assessment Department of the Federal Ministry of Environment.

Director of the Department, Mrs R. A. Odetoro, reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to a credible and transparent certification system.

World Bank Task Team Leader, Mr Ishtiak Siddiqe, stressed that the value of SPESSE certifications lies in strong governance and verification, not the number of certificates issued.

SPESSE Project Coordinator, Mr Hussain Sh*ttu, said the certification process is fully digital, ensuring transparency, traceability, and accountability.

The World Bank also noted plans to deploy SPESSE-certified professionals across Ministries and Agencies handling World Bank-funded projects to improve compliance and project delivery.

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as CEO of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, N...
19/12/2025

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as CEO of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC, and Saidu Mohammed for the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA.

The approvals came at plenary after joint committees on Petroleum Upstream, Downstream, and Gas screened the nominees and adopted their report.

President Bola Tinubu had sent the names on Thursday to replace resigned agency heads.

A former managing director of the NMDPRA, Farouk Ahmed, had on Wednesday resigned amid corruption allegations levelled against him by the Chairman of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote.

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved an aggregate expenditure of ₦58.47 trillion as Nigeria’s 2026 budget pr...
19/12/2025

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved an aggregate expenditure of ₦58.47 trillion as Nigeria’s 2026 budget proposal, which President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to transmit to the National Assembly.

Briefing State House correspondents after the FEC meeting, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said the special session was convened solely to consider and approve the 2026 Appropriation Bill ahead of its presentation to lawmakers.

VP Shettima Represents Tinubu at Ouattara’s Swearing-In, World Bank Applauds Nigeria’s ReformsVice President Kashim Shet...
08/12/2025

VP Shettima Represents Tinubu at Ouattara’s Swearing-In, World Bank Applauds Nigeria’s Reforms

Vice President Kashim Shettima was in Abidjan on Monday for the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to regional peace, security and economic cooperation. Representing President Bola Tinubu, Shettima congratulated Ouattara and expressed confidence in Côte d’Ivoire’s continued stability.

The ceremony drew leaders from across Africa, including presidents of South Africa, Senegal, Ghana, Liberia, Gambia and former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan. The U.S. also sent a high-level delegation.

On the sidelines, the World Bank praised the Tinubu administration’s reform efforts—citing progress in energy, job creation and gender empowerment. The Bank’s Managing Director, Anna Bjerde, pledged deeper partnership, including connecting four million Nigerians to power and expanding girl-child education.

Shettima noted that although reforms were tough at the start, they are already yielding results as Nigeria pushes growth in the digital economy, agriculture and women empowerment.

President Tinubu Meets APC Governors Amid Rising Security ConcernsPresident Bola Tinubu on Monday held a closed-door mee...
08/12/2025

President Tinubu Meets APC Governors Amid Rising Security Concerns

President Bola Tinubu on Monday held a closed-door meeting with six APC governors at the State House, Abuja. The session, which lasted less than an hour, ended without any public statement from the governors.

In attendance were the governors of Jigawa, Edo, Ekiti, Kogi, Sokoto and Kebbi.

The meeting comes as Nigeria faces renewed security challenges, including recent abductions and the release of schoolchildren and worshipers across the North-West and North-Central. States such as Kebbi, Sokoto and Kogi have recorded increased banditry and ransom kidnappings, pushing for deeper coordination between the federal and state governments on intelligence and rural security.

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Oba Elders Demand EFCC Action Against Northbridge Energy ChairmanThe Leaders and Elders’ Council of Oba in Idemili South...
08/12/2025

Oba Elders Demand EFCC Action Against Northbridge Energy Chairman

The Leaders and Elders’ Council of Oba in Idemili South LGA, Anambra State, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately prosecute the Chairman of Northbridge Energy Limited, Engr. Augustine Chinedum Emelobe, over alleged tax evasion, fraud, and other financial offences.

Addressing journalists on Monday in Abuja, the council’s spokesman, Comrade Shadrach Oka, decried what he termed the EFCC’s prolonged silence despite months of investigation.

He revealed that the council’s legal team, Chuks Uguru & Co., had submitted petitions on December 10, 2024, and April 23, 2025, requesting updates on the matter but received no feedback.

Oka further alleged that Emelobe continues to parade himself as the Igwe of Oba while facing criminal proceedings, including a four-count charge before a Magistrate Court in Anambra State for alleged usurpation of the community’s traditional stool.

He also stressed that the Igwe throne must be reserved for individuals of unquestionable integrity, insisting that anyone with pending criminal allegations cannot legitimately vie for the revered position.

The council however urged the EFCC to act swiftly in the interest of justice, accountability, and the protection of Oba’s cultural values.

🇳🇬🇧🇯 BREAKING: Tinubu Hails Nigerian Military for Foiling Coup Attempt in Benin Republic!President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has...
08/12/2025

🇳🇬🇧🇯 BREAKING: Tinubu Hails Nigerian Military for Foiling Coup Attempt in Benin Republic!

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has applauded Nigeria’s Armed Forces for a rapid and forceful intervention that helped the Republic of Benin stop an early-morning coup attempt on Sunday.

According to official reports, the Beninese government issued two urgent calls for help after coup plotters, led by Colonel Pascal Tigri, seized the National TV station and a military camp. In response, President Tinubu ordered Nigerian Air Force fighter jets to secure Benin’s airspace, while surveillance aircraft and ground troops—operating strictly under Benin’s command—moved in to protect key institutions and push back the insurgents.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed that the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, confirmed full ex*****on of all requests, with Nigerian forces already active on the ground in Benin.

The attempted takeover briefly shook the country’s constitutional order, but loyal forces—boosted by Nigeria’s quick support—regained control and restored democratic governance.

President Tinubu praised the military for defending democracy and upholding constitutional order, stressing that Nigeria’s actions were fully in line with the ECOWAS Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering solidarity with the government and people of Benin Republic.

The Centre for Socio-Legal Studies (CSLS) has outlined its new programme year while highlighting major achievements in s...
08/12/2025

The Centre for Socio-Legal Studies (CSLS) has outlined its new programme year while highlighting major achievements in strengthening Nigeria’s justice system. Supported by the EU through International IDEA, CSLS has advanced the rule of law, expanded access to justice, and driven accountability across the criminal justice sector. Chairman Yemi Akineye noted significant milestones, reaffirming the Centre’s commitment to reforms that make justice delivery more effective and consistent nationwide. He said CSLS will intensify efforts to strengthen ACJA implementation, harmonise justice practices across states, and address systemic delays. The Centre also thanked its partners for their continued support in driving reform.

Tinubu at TICAD 9: Africa Deserves Justice, Not FavorsAt TICAD 9, President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment ...
21/08/2025

Tinubu at TICAD 9: Africa Deserves Justice, Not Favors

At TICAD 9, President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to honouring its Armed Forces, not just for battles fought, but for the peace they build.

🔹 “Peace is justice, opportunity, and inclusion.”
🔹 Nigeria welcomes Japan’s $5.5B Africa commitment, but calls for a shift from aid to investment, charity to co-creation, and pledges to shared purpose.
🔹 Africa must secure two permanent UN Security Council seats, not as a favour, but as justice.

Fiscal & Monetary Leaders Unite for Economic StabilityFinance Minister Wale Edun, CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso, and FIRS...
19/08/2025

Fiscal & Monetary Leaders Unite for Economic Stability

Finance Minister Wale Edun, CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso, and FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji met in Abuja to align fiscal and monetary policies under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The trio pledged stronger coordination to tame inflation, boost revenues, attract investors, and channel credit into productive sectors to drive private-sector growth.

Tinubu Approves Free Healthcare & Pension Reforms for RetireesPresident Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate rollout of...
06/08/2025

Tinubu Approves Free Healthcare & Pension Reforms for Retirees

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate rollout of free healthcare for low-income retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme.

📌 Key directives:
• ✅ Free healthcare for vulnerable retirees
• 📈 Long-overdue pension increases
• 💰 Minimum pension guarantee
• 🛂 Resolution of police pension backlog
• 🌍 Diaspora inclusion via FX contributions

The President says it’s time to uplift and protect those who served the nation, ensuring a dignified life after retirement.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, Rukayya Muhammad Fema, and Hadiza Kashim Kalli for eme...
06/08/2025

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, Rukayya Muhammad Fema, and Hadiza Kashim Kalli for emerging world champions at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Competition in London!

• 🥇 Nafisa – Best in English Language Skills
• 🏆 Rukayya – Best in Debate
• 🌟 Hadiza – Outstanding Talent (Gold Medal)

President Tinubu hails their brilliance as proof of Nigeria’s rising stars and reaffirms his commitment to empowering young talents through quality education and support like the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

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