PenCom Raises Monthly Pensions to ₦11.9bn, Launches ‘Pension Boost 1.0’ for Retirees
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced a significant increase in monthly pension payments under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), raising payouts from ₦8.3 billion to ₦11.9 billion effective June…
Nigeria Among World’s Most Welcoming Countries, Ranks 7th in Global Report
Nigeria has been named the 7th most friendly country to strangers in the 2025 World Happiness Report. The report was released by the United Nations in partnership with the University…
SEC Issues Ban on Transition of Independent Directors to Executive Positions
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has banned Independent Non-Executive Directors (INEDs) from becoming Executive Directors in the same company or corporate group. This decision aims to protect board independence…
Wike Vows to Provide Infrastructure in Wassa for Relocation of Apo Mechanics
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has promised to provide vital infrastructure in Wassa District. This will support the planned relocation of Apo Mechanic traders and…
SPN Criticizes N77bn Oyo Govt Allocation for Government House, Airport Projects
The Socialist Party of Nigeria (SPN), Oyo State chapter, has expressed strong disapproval over the recent approval of N77 billion by the state executive council for the renovation of the…
Gov Ododo Attributes Rising Insecurity in North Central to Displaced Criminal Elements
Kogi State Governor, Usman Ahmed Ododo, has attributed the escalating security challenges in the North Central region to the movement of armed groups displaced from the North East and North…
Wike: Ground Rent Enforcement Aimed at Development, Not Embarrassment
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that the enforcement of ground rent payments and the recent publication of defaulters' names are intended to fund vital…
Federal Government Targets Year-End Completion for Key Sections of Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway
The Federal Government has announced plans to commission two critical segments of the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway by the end of 2025, signaling progress in infrastructure delivery across Nigeria’s South-East region.…
Tension in Lagos as Traders Injured During Owode Market Demolition Despite Court Order
Several traders at the Owode Motor Spare Parts Market in Lagos sustained injuries following the resumption of demolition activities at the site, despite a standing court injunction halting further action.…
PCN Shuts 67 Drug Outlets in Lagos for Regulatory Violations
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed 67 drug outlets in Lagos State over regulatory breaches including illegal operations, improper drug storage, and unsafe pharmaceutical practices. The enforcement action,…