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NANS Refutes Allegations of Northern Marginalisation Regarding Passport Reforms
The Northern Caucus of NANS has dismissed allegations that federal passport reforms are targeting the North, calling the claims politically motivated and false.
ADC Labels Freezing of Osun Local Government Funds as Political Terrorism
The African Democratic Congress accuses the Federal Government of using the freezing of Osun State's local government funds as a political weapon, claiming it harms essential public services.
Federal Government mandates protection for health workers following surge in attacks
Following 18 reported attacks on medical staff, the federal government has ordered stricter security protocols and legal action against anyone harassing health workers in tertiary institutions.
Federal Government to Settle Unpaid Wage Awards for Civil Servants by August 15
The Federal Government has pledged to pay outstanding wage awards to civil servants by August 15, successfully averting a strike following negotiations with the JNPSNC.
Resident Doctors and Federal Government Reach Agreement to Halt Impending Strike
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has suspended its planned strike following a productive meeting with Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, where both parties agreed to new timelines for salary payments and legislative protections against violence.
Federal Government Orders Expulsion for Students Involved in Kidnapping
Education Minister Tunji Alausa has instructed heads of tertiary institutions to dismiss students convicted of kidnapping, while announcing new funding for campus security infrastructure.
Federal Government initiates project to address century-long water crisis in Plateau
The Federal Government has launched plans to construct a multipurpose dam in Plateau State, aiming to provide water, electricity, and improved infrastructure to the long-neglected Gile community.
Arewa Professional Forum Advocates for Nationwide Digital Governance in MDAs
The Arewa Professional Forum encourages the Federal Government to accelerate digital adoption across all MDAs to fix administrative lapses and improve transparency.
Power Minister Confirms No Current Plans for Electricity Tariff Hikes
Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe announced that the Federal Government will not increase electricity tariffs, focusing instead on infrastructure audits and grid reliability.
Federal Government Initiates Artificial Intelligence Training for 11,700 Educators
The Federal Government has launched an AI training project for 11,700 teachers in federal unity schools to modernize Nigeria’s education system and boost digital instructional skills.