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FG accuses David Mark of illegally acquiring Senate President’s residence and we are not surprised
The Federal Government has accused former Senate President, David Mark of illegally transforming his official residence to a private property. Background: In September, the Special Presidential Investigation Panel for the Recovery…
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Reconsider planned nationwide strike | FG urges PENGASSAN
The Federal Government has appealed to the Petroleum and Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) to halt its planned nationwide strike. Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige in a…
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Fuel scarcity created by FG to increase pump price – Fayose
Ekiti governor, Ayodele Fayose has said the fuel scarcity in the country is caused by the Federal Government to increase petrol pump price from N145 to N185 per litre. The governor…
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1,317 Nigerians rescued from Libya in 10 days
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has said 1,317 Nigerians have voluntarily returned from Libya in the last 10 days. Director-General of NEMA, Alhaji Mustapha Maihajja, made the disclosure while…
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Ikoyi whistleblower has received part payment, travelled out of Nigeria – Lawyer
The Federal Government has paid part of the commission to the whistleblower who pointed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to the N13bn found in an Ikoyi apartment, Punch…
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FG releases additional N750bn for capital projects
Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun has said the Federal Government has released an additional N750 billion for the implementation of capital projects to ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). Adeosun said this on…
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FG to confiscate, sell 2000 properties in FCT
The Federal Government has said it will seize 2,000 properties in the Federal Capital Territory belonging to some firms, who failed to disclose their assets under the Voluntary Assets and Income Declaration…
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PENGASSAN threatens strike as fuel scarcity continues
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has issued a 7-day ultimatum to the Federal Government over policies against labour by some oil companies. Background: PENGASSAN,…
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FG approves 6 new private Universities
Nigeria's Federal Government has approved the establishment of six new private universities. The universities were approved on Wednesday at the Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo. Details…
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FG inaugurates committee for Ekwueme’s state burial
The Federal Government has inaugurated an 11-member committee for the state burial for late former vice-president Alex Ekwueme. What happened: Ekwueme had died in a London hospital while receiving treatment. The former…
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FG amends charges against Misau over IGP allegations
The Federal Government has amended the charges of spreading injurious falsehood preferred against the senator representing Bauchi Central Senatorial District, Isah Misau. Background: Senator Misau, a former police officer had…
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No cause for alarm over alleged plot to bomb Abuja – FG
The Federal Government on Sunday has said there is no cause for alarm over alleged plans by Boko Haram to attack the Federal Capital Territory and elsewhere around the country.…
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FG releases emergency numbers for stranded Nigerians in Libya
The Federal Government has provided emergency numbers and email addresses for distressed Nigerians in Libya. Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tope Elias-Fatile, gave the contacts in a statement on Sunday…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 30th of November
Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija:
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We will get you, if you declare only part of your properties | FG warns Nigerians
Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun has said some tax defaulters have started pleading for more time to pay their debts in the Federal Government's tax amnesty programme. Adeosun said this…
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Protect Nigerians from Libya slave trade | Senate tells FG
The Senate on Wednesday has urged the Federal Government to save Nigerians from slavery in Libya. Kaka Baba Bashir, senator representing Borno central, had sponsored a motion on the urgent…
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Just In: FG declares Friday public holiday for Eid-Maulud celebration
The Federal Government has declared Friday as a public holiday to mark the Eid-El-Maulud celebration. Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau made the declaration on Wednesday in a statement by the…
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FG to rescue Nigerians stranded in Libya
The Federal Government may be sending an aircraft to bring back Nigerians who were stranded in Libya. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said this in a statement on Monday in…
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FG to increase taxes on tobacco, alcohol
Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun has said the Federal Government is working towards increasing excise tax on tobacco and alcohol. Adeosun said this while speaking at the ECOWAS financial council…
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The Big 5: EFCC fires back at Senate, FG is going after tax evaders, and other top stories
Good morning. Here are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. The 36 states of the federation on Thursday refused to attend the monthly Federal Account Allocation Committee…
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FG approves N28bn budget support for 35 states
The Federal Government has approved N28bn support loan facility for 35 states across the country. Minister of Budget and National Planning, Udoma Udoma, disclosed this to State House Correspondents on Thursday…
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Recovered loots not enough to stop foreign borrowings – FG
The Federal Government on Thursday said the recovered loots from corrupt individuals were not enough to stop the country from borrowing. Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the…
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Jonathan’s govt won gold medal in corruption – Tinubu
National leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has said President Muhammadu Buhari's fight against corruption is far from won. Tinubu said this at the Old Banquet Hall…
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Instead of taking loan, FG should recover $21.7bn from NNPC – Falana
Human right lawyer, Femi Falan has urged the Federal Government to recover unremitted funds from the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) rather than borrowing. He spoke on Wednesday in Lagos at a…
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FG to pay economic consultant N458m to conduct research
The Federal Government is making plans to hire a consultant to conduct a study that will aid the implementation of the present administration’s Economic Recovery and Growth Plan. The Federal…
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Falana vows to sue FG after falling in a manhole
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana has said he would sue the Federal Government after sustaining injuries when he fell in a manhole. Falana said this while delivering his speech at…
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176,160 graduates have benefited from N-Power – FG
The Federal Government has said 176,160 graduates have so far been deployed under the N-Power programme. This is in a book entitled: ‘Making Steady, Sustainable Progress for Nigeria’s Peace and Prosperity: A…
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FG will partly fund 2018 budget with N500bn recovered loot – Sagay
Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption, Prof. Itse Sagay has said the proposed N8.6 billion 2018 budget will be partly funded with N500bn recovered loots. Sagay spoke on…
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Prosecute traffickers responsible for death of 26 Nigerian women | FG tells UN, Italy
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) on Tuesday said it has asked the United Nations and authorities in Italy to identify and prosecute the traffickers behind the…
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Withdraw Nigeria from international religious bodies | CAN tells FG
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Tuesday urged the National Assembly to ensure the Federal Government withdraw from the Organisation of Islamic Conference and other religious bodies. CAN said this at…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy