President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mrs. Omotenioye Majekodunmi as the new Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC). She succeeds Dr. Nkiruka Madueke, the pioneer head of the Council, appointed by the President in June 2024, Presidential Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said in a statement on Thursday. Mrs. Majekodunmi, a climate finance expert and environmental lawyer with over 17 years of experience, has worked extensively with global and national institutions on renewable energy, carbon markets, and climate governance. She previously served as the NCCC’s Financial Adviser and has played a key role in shaping…
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Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke and former Governor Rauf Aregbesola may have resolved their differences, according to unconfirmed reports. They have also said to have united to join forces ahead of the 2026 governorship race. Top leaders in the know of the development revealed that the recent media exchanges between the two groups have been resolved with both sides agreeing not to launch media attacks against each other. The Spokesperson to Governor Adeleke who issued the scathing attacks on Mr Aregbesola was reportedly cautioned while Aregbesola loyalists were also directed to stop any further hostile engagements with the Adeleke group.…
By Tony Obiechina Abuja The Federal Government has announced that 27 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) had access to a total of ₦78.6bn in Universal Basic Education (UBE) matching grants by mid-2025, marking a 65 per cent increase compared to figures recorded in January. The update was disclosed through a statement by the Federal Ministry of Education. The ministry attributed the significant increase to the implementation of the UBEC 2025–2030 Strategic Blueprint, which introduced a revised matching grant formula prioritising equity, quality, accountability, and state-specific service delivery in basic education funding. “FG records major success as ₦78.6bn in…
By Tony Obiechina Abuja The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has disowned the purported Annual General Meeting (AGM) of The Tourist Company of Nigeria (TCN) Plc held on July 25, 2025, warning that any resolutions passed at the meeting are null and void. In a public notice issued on Monday, the Commission condemned recent actions by some majority shareholders of TCN, who allegedly convened the meeting in defiance of a suspension order issued by the SEC. The Commission said the meeting also resulted in unauthorized changes to the company’s board, including the removal of SEC-appointed interim directors and the board…
The Chief Executive Officer Rural Electrification Agency, (REA) Abba Aliyu has described the Electricity Act as a major enabler for hybrid models and gas-powered mini-grids. Aliyu, represented by Japheth Ailenataman, spoke at the Oriental News Nigeria 2025 Conference in Lagos. The conference was titled: “Integrating Nigeria’s Ga Potential Into Strategic Energy Transition Initiatives.” He explained that the Act emphasizes technology neutrality and called for greater collaboration and stakeholders engagement. According to him, gas qualifies under the Act as a cleaner for side-fuel, and tshould be considered to be acceptable in meeting Nigeria’s energy access and transition goals. Aliyu said: “REA…
NLNG on Friday completed the commissioning of the second phase of its school renovation project in Rivers State, upgrading infrastructure in host community schools as part of its strategic commitment to education and community development. The commissioning, which includes the transformation of Model Boys Secondary School, Omoku, and Community Secondary School, Amadi-Ama in Port Harcourt, marks a significant milestone in NLNG’s four-pillar Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda focused on sustainability, stakeholding, partnership, and shared prosperity. These upgrades were delivered in collaboration with the Rivers State Ministry of Education, a key partner in the Company’s drive to promote quality education. Highlights…
By Harry Awurumibe in Rabat Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu produced a tactical masterstroke to outwit his opposite number and technical manager of the Atlas Lionesses J̌orge Rodriguez Vilda in the epic final of the 13th CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 which Nigeria won 3-2 at Olympics Stadium in Rabat on Saturday night to emerge African champions for a record 10th time. It was a game of two halves as the Moroccan senior women’s team, with the help of a vociferous home supporters in full-capacity stadium did not allow the Nigerians to settle down to play…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Dr. Leon Usigbe, a journalist with The Tribune Newspapers and a cherished member of the State House Press Corps. President Tinubu describes Dr. Usigbe as a veteran STATE HOUSE Correspondent and professional whose dedication to truth, balance, and ethical journalism earned him the respect of colleagues, public officials, and readers nationwide. The President notes that Usigbe’s insightful reporting and calm demeanour contributed immensely to strengthening democratic governance and keeping the public well-informed about the workings of the presidency and government at large. “I extend my heartfelt condolences to his…
Ahead of the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, this evening, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has sent words of encouragement to the players, saying Nigerians “are rooting for you and praying for your resounding success tonight.” The presidential message reads: My beloved Super Falcons, Tonight, you stand at the cusp of history as you face the host nation, Morocco, in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat. Your performance at this tournament over the past three weeks has been awe-inspiring.…
By Tony Obiechina Abuja The Federal Ministry of Education has clarified that the minimum age requirement for admission into Junior Secondary School (JSS1) is 10 years, refuting recent media report that claimed the age limit was 12 years. The Ministry, made the clarification in a statement signed by its director of Press and Public Relations, Mrs Folashade Boriowo on Friday. The Ministry, stated on Friday that this report was entirely inaccurate and did not emanate from any official source, and does not reflect government policy It added that no child should complete primary education below the age of 10, noting…