Government Policies

Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, has announced that the automation of the country’s passport application process is nearly complete, with a 99% completion rate. In an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, Ojo revealed that the automated system is set to become operational within a week. This new system will significantly streamline the passport …

Nigeria’s Passport Application Process Goes Digital in a Week Read More »

Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, has issued a seven-day ultimatum to owners of illegally constructed buildings along Orchid Road, Agungi, Ajiran, Conservation Road, and Osapa near the Ikota River. This announcement was made by Kunle Adesina, the Director of Public Affairs for the Ministry, following an inspection tour …

Lagos Orders Lekki Illegal Structures to Vacate in 7 Days Read More »

The Nigerian government, recognizing the need for skilled manpower in socio-economic development, has embarked on a significant initiative to enhance the capabilities of Nigerian welders. Mr. Uche Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, announced plans for training and International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) certification for Nigerian welders. This announcement was made during the …

Nigeria Launches Nationwide Welder Training and ISO Certification Program Read More »

The Nigerian Senate has embarked on a significant initiative to scrutinize all tax waivers granted by the Federal Government since 2015. This move is part of a broader effort to enhance fiscal responsibility and accountability. The Senate’s decision came during the passage of the 2024-2026 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper. In a …

Senate Targets Tax Waivers in Fiscal Responsibility Push Read More »

Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has proposed a significant amendment to the mining law. This revision would require investors to seek the consent of local communities before applying for mineral titles. Alake highlighted this during his first visits to the ministry’s agencies, focusing on the Mining Cadastral Office (MCO). The minister praised …

Minister Advocates for Community Consent in Mining Law Revision Read More »

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has taken a decisive step by revoking 1,633 mineral titles from various mining companies. This action was announced by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, during a press briefing in Abuja. The reason for this significant revocation is the failure of these companies …

FG Cancels Over 1600 Mining Licences for Non-Compliance Read More »

The Lagos State Government has initiated a critical demolition operation targeting unstable buildings in the Oyingbo, Ebute-Metta area. This action, led by Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Oluyinka Olumide, comes as a response to the failure of many structures to pass structural integrity tests. Despite receiving prior notices, occupants of these buildings remained, …

Lagos State Takes Action Against Unsafe Buildings in Ebute-Metta Read More »

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has endorsed the establishment of a Humanitarian and Poverty Alleviation Trust Fund. This announcement was made by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, during a press briefing following the FEC meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday. The primary objective of this trust …

Federal Council Greenlights Humanitarian Trust Fund Targeting $5bn Yearly Read More »

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has fervently appealed to Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, to reject the recently reintroduced social media regulation bill. In a statement released on Sunday, SERAP expressed concerns that the bill’s passage would “unduly restrict the rights to freedom of …

Group Implores Leaders to Dismiss Social Media Regulation Bill Read More »

The Ogun State Government has executed a demolition exercise in the Ajegunle-Araromi community, Sagamu Local Government Area, aiming to eradicate illegal structures on land acquired by the government. Residents, however, protested the action, especially given the presence of a court injunction against it. The community members were taken aback when officials from the state Bureau …

Ogun Government Demolishes Structures Amidst Residents’ Protests Read More »