National: Governance, Policy & Politics

Edo to create ministry of mining

The ministry of mining would be established to fast track the development of mining activities in Edo state, Gov. Godwin Obaseki…

Kwara state govt. gets N2.48bn as federal allocation for June

The Kwara State Government has received a total of N2.48 billion as federal allocation for June Demola Banu, State Commissioner…

Nigeria rolls out $2 billion Brazil-like social-welfare plan

Nigeria is rolling out its first national social-welfare program modeled partly on Brazil’s Bolsa Familia in a bid to boost…

Oyo attracts 154 Chinese investors, partners NIPC on business drive

Abiola Ajimobi , governor of Oyo State has restated his administration’s commitment to support the Nigeria Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC)…

FG set to release N350bn for roads, other infrastructure

The Federal Government is set to release N350 billion being the first tranche for implementation of the capital budget component…

Wike rates Rivers ahead of Lagos, Kano in security, assures of investor security

The Rivers state government has assured investors that their investments in the state are secure. The state governor, Nyesom Wike…