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By Peter Omopo  Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has reiterated the commitment of the 10th National Assembly to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy and addressing pressing national issues through open engagement, strategic reforms, and legislative action. Abbas made the declaration on Monday at the inaugural policy dialogue on the House Legislative Agenda held at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. The event, he said, was designed to review the House’s progress since its inauguration in June 2023 and explore avenues for improvement in legislative delivery and public service. “We pledged to regularly engage with Nigerians, report on our performance,…

By Peter Omopo  The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has begun aerial display rehearsals in Abuja and Lagos in preparation for its 61st anniversary celebration, scheduled to hold on May 23, 2025. In a statement issued on Monday, the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, said the rehearsals are part of activities lined up for the celebration’s grand finale and are aimed at showcasing the service’s professionalism and operational readiness. He urged residents in both cities not to panic at the sight or sound of low-flying aircraft and complex aerial manoeuvres, assuring the public that all exercises…

By Peter Omopo  The League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State has issued a stern warning to the state’s 2025 Hajj pilgrims, urging them to uphold moral integrity and avoid actions that could tarnish the image of Nigeria while in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In a statement released on Monday and signed by the League’s Secretary General, Alhaji Tajudeen Adewunmi, the President General, Shaykh Sikirullahi Babalola, reminded intending pilgrims that the Hajj pilgrimage is a sacred spiritual exercise requiring deep devotion, discipline, and adherence to Islamic principles. “Hajj is not a tourism trip. It is an act of…

By Peter Omopo. Lagos State has posted a record-breaking revenue performance, generating ₦1.3 trillion in 2024 — marking a 45% increase from the ₦895 billion recorded in 2023. The announcement was made on Monday by the Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in Alausa, Ikeja. The event is part of activities commemorating the second anniversary of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office. Describing the revenue milestone as a testament to strong economic management, Oluyomi said, “Driven by strategic reforms and innovative financial practices, Lagos State has continued…

By Peter Omopo  The National Orthopaedic Hospital, Jos, Plateau State, has officially commenced operations, nearly four years after its establishment, offering specialized care for bone and musculoskeletal conditions. Chief Medical Director of the hospital, Prof. Icha Onche, announced the commencement during a press briefing in Jos on Monday, revealing that outpatient services would begin fully on Tuesday. “This briefing is to officially inform the public that we have started operations,” Onche stated. He explained that the hospital is one of three orthopaedic centres signed into law by former President Muhammadu Buhari during the final days of his administration. The others…

By Peter Omopo  The Police Service Commission (PSC) has issued a strong warning to Police Inspectors due for promotion, cautioning them against offering bribes or financial inducements in connection with the upcoming Departmental Selection Board (DSB) interview. In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, the Head of Press and Public Relations of the PSC, Ikechukwu Ani, emphasized that the DSB interview is a prerequisite for promotion to the rank of unconfirmed Assistant Superintendent of Police. The interviews are scheduled to take place on May 19 across the 17 Police Zonal Command Headquarters nationwide. Ani disclosed that the PSC Chairman,…

By Peter Omopo  The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has issued a stern warning to beneficiary institutions, stating that those failing to meet performance standards or mismanaging allocated funds risk being removed from its list of supported institutions. Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, issued the warning during a strategic engagement session with heads of institutions, bursars, and procurement officers of beneficiary institutions held in Abuja on Monday. Echono emphasized that the policy is aimed at preserving the integrity and effectiveness of the Fund’s interventions rather than imposing punishment. “Let me be clear: institutions that consistently fail to access, utilise,…

By Peter Omopo The United Kingdom has reduced the duration of its Graduate Route visa from two years to 18 months, as part of a sweeping set of immigration reforms aimed at curbing abuse and restoring control over the country’s borders. The decision, announced on Monday in a new Immigration White Paper, marks a significant tightening of post-study work options for international graduates. It comes alongside broader changes targeting the asylum process, visa fraud, and family migration policies. “The Graduate Route has not met its original objectives. It has become a loophole for unsponsored work and a magnet for abuse,”…

By Peter Omopo  The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has inaugurated an Appeal Committee to address grievances arising from the party’s local government primaries held on Saturday. The committee is chaired by the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro (SAN), as part of efforts to manage discontent following the exercise to select candidates for the July 12 local government elections. Despite the APC’s announcement of a successful primary process, the exercise was marred by protests in several areas, particularly over the adoption of consensus candidates. Aggrieved members in Lagos Mainland Local Government Area…

By Peter Omopo  The World Bank has projected that Nigeria’s inflation rate will decline to an average of 22.1 percent in 2025, citing the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) tight monetary policies aimed at restoring price stability and curbing inflation expectations. The forecast was revealed on Monday in a statement published on the World Bank’s website following the launch of its latest Nigeria Development Update report in Abuja. Titled “Building Momentum for Inclusive Growth,” the biannual report evaluates recent economic developments and policy responses while highlighting priorities for sustaining reforms and fostering inclusive growth. According to the report, while Nigeria’s…