Federal Government Approves Kogi’s International Airport in Zariagi
The Federal Government has granted approval for Kogi State to construct an International Airport in Zariagi, marking a significant milestone for the state’s infrastructure development. Kogi State's Commissioner for Information…
Governor Namadi Approves ₦70,000 Minimum Wage for Jigawa Civil Servants
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has announced a new minimum wage of ₦70,000 for civil servants, following recommendations from the state’s committee on minimum wage. The announcement was made…
Road Infrastructure in FCT’s Rural Areas Key to Economic Transformation- Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, reiterated the FCT Administration’s commitment to developing satellite towns and rural areas, highlighting that these initiatives remain essential to the…
Air Peace to Double Fares on Domestic Routes Starting November 1
Air Peace, Nigeria’s national carrier, has announced a 100% increase in airfares across all domestic routes, effective November 1, 2024. According to an internal memo seen by TheCable, the airline…
Naira depreciates to N1,739/$ in parallel market
The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,739 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,735 per dollar on Wednesday. However, the Naira appreciated to N1,601.2 per dollar in the Nigerian Autonomous…
Journalists Replaced by AI at Polish Radio Station
A radio station in Poland, OFF Radio Krakow, has stirred controversy by replacing its journalists with AI-generated presenters. The station, based in Krakow, announced the bold move earlier this week,…
Tinubu Limits Ministers, Heads of Agencies to 3-vehicle convoy
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restricted the number of vehicles allowed in the official convoys of Federal Government Ministers, Ministers of State, and Heads of Agencies to a maximum of…
Federal Govt Plans to Hike VAT on Luxury Items
The Nigerian government is considering a significant change to its tax policy. Finance Minister Wale Edun recently announced plans to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate, specifically targeting luxury…
Enugu State Governor Mbah Approves N80,000 Minimum Wage for Workers
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has officially announced a new minimum wage of N80,000 for workers in the state, set to take effect in October 2024. He made this…
NITP Urges National Assembly to Prioritize Review and Implementation of Nigerian Urban Planning Law
Experts Call for Enforcing National Environmental Plan and Development Policy The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has renewed its call for the urgent review and implementation of the Nigerian…