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Nigeria Sets June 30 Deadline for Evacuation of Citizens from South Africa
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Nigeria Sets June 30 Deadline for Evacuation of Citizens from South Africa

The Nigerian government has set a June 30 deadline to evacuate its citizens from South Africa, assuring that all willing Nigerians will be fully repatriated. This decision comes amid concerns over xenophobia, with over 742 nationals expected to be moved before the deadline.

Nigerian Government Urges Media to Limit Publicity for Terrorists
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Nigerian Government Urges Media to Limit Publicity for Terrorists

The Nigerian Federal Government has called on media leaders to stop giving extensive publicity to terrorists. The information minister urged Nigerian media outlets to remove terrorists from front pages to avoid inadvertently promoting their activities.

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Nigerian Government Warns Unsafe Food Kills 53,000 Annually

The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a warning that unsafe food is responsible for over 53,000 deaths and 50 million illnesses in the country each year. The government highlighted the risks and potential solutions to this public health crisis.

Nigerian Government Addresses Financial Issues and Insecurity Concerns
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Nigerian Government Addresses Financial Issues and Insecurity Concerns

The Nigerian government has cleared five-month allowance arrears for lecturers and is deploying surveillance aircraft to combat insecurity, while a court voided a N110bn vote for National Assembly vehicles and allowances. Equity investors also experienced significant losses as the market uptrend reversed.

Nigerian Government Verifies 200 Constituency Projects
Politicsvanguard-ng27d ago

Nigerian Government Verifies 200 Constituency Projects

The Federal Ministry of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs in Nigeria has verified over 200 Zonal Intervention and Constituency Projects across the six geopolitical zones, aiming to advance President Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda.

Nigeria Introduces Drug Tests for Students
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Nigeria Introduces Drug Tests for Students

The Nigerian government has mandated drug integrity tests for secondary and university students, with a policy to suspend those found to be drug offenders from universities.

Nigeria Introduces Mandatory Tax ID for All Citizens
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Nigeria Introduces Mandatory Tax ID for All Citizens

The Nigerian government has introduced a mandatory tax identification number (TIN) for all its citizens and taxpayers. This new measure aims to streamline tax collection and compliance across the country.

Nigeria Plans Evacuation, Opposes Reprisals Amid Xenophobia
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Nigeria Plans Evacuation, Opposes Reprisals Amid Xenophobia

The Nigerian government is preparing to evacuate its citizens from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, while a business group advises against retaliatory actions targeting South African firms in Nigeria.

Nigerian Government Boosts Civil Servants' Allowances, Welfare
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Nigerian Government Boosts Civil Servants' Allowances, Welfare

The Nigerian federal government has approved significant increases in allowances and welfare packages for civil servants, including a 100% rise in duty tour allowance. Additionally, a new pension scheme is being introduced to enhance workers' benefits.

Nigeria Begins Mass Trial of Terrorism Suspects in Abuja
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Nigeria Begins Mass Trial of Terrorism Suspects in Abuja

The Nigerian government has commenced a mass trial of over 400 suspected terrorists in Abuja, vowing to eradicate terrorism from the country. This initiative follows the planned rollout of 10,000 electric tricycles to the Nigerian market in August.

Nigerian Government Unveils $1 Billion AfCFTA Fund for Exporters
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng9d ago2 sources

Nigerian Government Unveils $1 Billion AfCFTA Fund for Exporters

The Nigerian government has launched a $1 billion credit facility under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to boost the nation's export drive. This fund aims to provide financial support to Nigerian exporters, enhancing their competitiveness in the African market.

Nigerian Government Criticized for Inability to Track Terrorists
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng12d ago2 sources

Nigerian Government Criticized for Inability to Track Terrorists

Former Nigerian Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung, has criticized the Nigerian government for its perceived inability to track terrorists, despite being able to quickly identify critics. He stated that the government lacks the political will to effectively combat terrorism.

Nigerian Government Allows Consumers to Sell Excess Solar Power
Businesspunch-ngvanguard-ng15d ago2 sources

Nigerian Government Allows Consumers to Sell Excess Solar Power

The Nigerian government has announced that consumers are now permitted to sell their excess solar power back to electricity distribution companies (DisCos). This initiative, supported by NERC, aims to encourage renewable energy adoption and empower consumers.

Nigeria, Meta Launch AI Chatbot for Government Services
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Nigeria, Meta Launch AI Chatbot for Government Services

The Nigerian government, in collaboration with Meta, has launched an AI chatbot designed to improve public access to official information and government services. This new platform aims to streamline interactions between citizens and the government.

Nigerian Govt Begins Outstanding Scholarship Payments
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Nigerian Govt Begins Outstanding Scholarship Payments

The Nigerian government has commenced the payment of outstanding scholarships to its foreign students, including those under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scheme, addressing a backlog of owed stipends.

ASUU Warns Nigerian Government Over 2025 Agreement
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng29d ago2 sources

ASUU Warns Nigerian Government Over 2025 Agreement

Nigeria's Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a warning to the federal government, stating that failure to implement the 2025 agreement poses a significant threat to peace in universities. The union urged the government to address delays in fulfilling the terms of the agreement.

Nigerian Government Misses Q1 Tax Target by N2.2 Trillion
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Nigerian Government Misses Q1 Tax Target by N2.2 Trillion

The Nigerian Federal Government has reportedly missed its first-quarter tax revenue target by a significant N2.2 trillion. This shortfall highlights challenges in the nation's fiscal performance for the period.

ECOWAS Court Orders Nigeria to Decongest Prisons
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ECOWAS Court Orders Nigeria to Decongest Prisons

The ECOWAS Court of Justice has issued an order for Nigeria to decongest its overcrowded prisons. The ruling mandates the Nigerian government to address the issue within a six-month timeframe.

Nigeria's Credit Rating Upgraded by S&P, Government Welcomes Move
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Nigeria's Credit Rating Upgraded by S&P, Government Welcomes Move

S&P Global Ratings upgraded Nigeria's credit rating to 'B', citing improving macroeconomic conditions and ongoing economic reforms, marking the first upgrade in 14 years. The Nigerian government has welcomed this upgrade, stating it reflects growing confidence in the nation's economic reforms.

Nigerian Government Moves to Settle Contractor Debts
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

Nigerian Government Moves to Settle Contractor Debts

The Nigerian Federal Government has initiated steps to settle outstanding obligations owed to local contractors. Officials assure that the process will be handled in a fair, transparent, and structured manner to rebuild confidence.

US Lawmaker Criticizes Nigerian Government Over Security Aid
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

US Lawmaker Criticizes Nigerian Government Over Security Aid

A US lawmaker has criticized the Nigerian government under President Tinubu for its compliance with security aid conditions. The lawmaker urged a review of funding, citing concerns over the effectiveness and accountability of the assistance.

Nigerian Government Inaugurates New NUPRC Board
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Nigerian Government Inaugurates New NUPRC Board

The Nigerian government has inaugurated new board members for the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), with Chairman Magnus Abe pledging stronger leadership and improved oversight.

Nigerian Government Unveils Civil Servant Compensation Scheme
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Nigerian Government Unveils Civil Servant Compensation Scheme

The Nigerian Federal Government has introduced a new compensation scheme for injured and deceased civil servants, alongside measures to address bottlenecks in the existing system. These initiatives aim to improve support for public sector employees and their families.