President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of two new Permanent Secretaries to fill existing vacancies.in the Federal Civil Service Mrs Eno Olotu, Director Information and Public Relations, office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF) announced this in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday. The newly appointed officials are Mr…
GINGER IS A HIGH VALUE CROP. A bag of fresh ginger sells for #600,000. A bag of split dried ginger sells for up to #1,500,000. Here are tips for successful ginger farming in Nigeria. # Climate and Soil 1. *Choose the right climate*: Ginger thrives in warm, humid climates with average temperatures between 20-30°C (68-86°F)….
The Central Bank of Nigeria has reinforced its regulatory oversight to bolster the resilience and transparency of the country’s financial system, reaffirming its commitment to strict compliance and risk management across financial institutions. According to a statement from the apex bank on Sunday, the CBN reaffirmed its commitment at a Mandatory Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering…
The Governor Siminalayi Fubara yesterday declared his desire to completely comply with the Supreme Court’s two rulings, which threaten his government. He ordered the 23 local government chairmen, whose election was voided by the judgment, to quit today after handing over to heads of personnel. The Supreme Court of Nigeria issued two rulings on Friday:…
The Supreme Court has restrained the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Attorney General of the Federation (AG-F) from further releasing funds to the Rivers State Government until a valid Appropriation Act is passed by a lawfully constituted House of Assembly, with Martins Amaewhule as the Speaker. A five-member panel of the top court…
Ramadan Begins: A Time for Reflection and Renewal Millions of Muslims around the world are preparing to embark on the sacred month of Ramadan, with fasting commencing on March 1st, following the sighting of the crescent moon in Saudi Arabia. This holy month, a pillar of Islam, is a time for spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and…
Speaking on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, denounced threats against her life and the safety of agency employees and urged authorities to better protect them. Fake pharmaceuticals products worth over N1 trillion were seized as a result…
Nigeria’s agricultural sector, vital for food security and economic growth, faces persistent challenges from pests. These pests inflict significant crop losses, threatening livelihoods and hindering national development. While traditional pesticide use offers a quick fix, its long-term consequences – environmental degradation, human health risks, and pest resistance – demand a more sustainable approach. Integrated Pest…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (petrol), from N890 to N825 per litre. That is N65 reduction per litre following an earlier N60 reduction per litre on February 1. The refinery, noted that the petrol price has now dropped from N950 per litre in January to N825 per litre,…
A senator and lawmakers are among the members of the Kano-based New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) who have been disciplined for alleged anti-party activities. Alhaji Hashimu Dungurawa, the party’s state chairman, told reporters this on Monday in Kano. According to him, the four lawmakers are Ali Maadakin Gini, a senator from Dala Federal Constituency; Alhaji…
