The Benue State Government has underscored its commitment to economic growth and industrial development through the establishment of the Food Basket Brewery, a major manufacturing project aimed at creating jobs, boosting local production, and expanding the state’s economy. During a media briefing at the facility, government officials said the project aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s multi-sectoral development agenda, while demonstrating the importance of state-led investments that directly improve the lives of citizens. According to the officials, the Food Basket Brewery is more than a conventional brewery. In addition to producing alcoholic beverages, the facility manufactures a range of non-alcoholic…
Author: Micheal Akanji
The Renewed Hope Ambassadors, led by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga; the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Special Duties, Tunde Rahman; the Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun; the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi; and other members, commenced an inspection tour of Benue State this morning. Accompanied by a pool of journalists representing various media platforms, the delegation is assessing ongoing Federal Government and Benue State Government projects across the state. Among the key projects inspected is the newly constructed High-Level Interchange in Makurdi. The Benue…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the successful rescue of 308 Nigerians abducted during separate attacks in Kwara and Niger states, describing the operation as a major breakthrough in the country’s fight against insecurity. According to the Presidency, 163 of the rescued victims were kidnapped from Woro Community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, while the remaining 145 were abducted from communities in Niger State. The victims were rescued from the Kainji Lake National Park Forest in New Bussa Local Government Area of Niger State during a coordinated intelligence-led operation conducted by the National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC), with…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new salary structure for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, with pay increases ranging from 30 to 80 per cent across different ranks in a move aimed at improving troop welfare and strengthening national security. The salary review, which will take effect from September 1, 2026, is expected to benefit about 250,000 military personnel. Under the new structure, officers above the rank of colonel, including Brigadier Generals, Major Generals, Lieutenant Generals, and Generals, will receive a 30 percent salary increase. Personnel from colonel to warrant officer will benefit from a 50 percent increase,…
The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) says it has reached a major breakthrough with the Federal Government following a high-level meeting convened by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, who described the discussions as productive and capable of resolving the issues that led to the ongoing industrial dispute. Addressing journalists after the meeting, NARD President, Dr. Muhammad Usman Suleiman, said the engagement brought together key government officials, including the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate; the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi; the Director-General of the Budget Office of…
The Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has announced the formal commencement of work on the National Policing Bill, describing it as a landmark reform aimed at establishing a sustainable dual policing system in Nigeria. Following the inaugural meeting of the Presidential Working Group at the State House Press Centre in Abuja on Monday, Gbajabiamila said the initiative is designed to prepare the legal and operational framework for federal and state policing once the constitutional amendment establishing state police is fully ratified. “This is…
Politics thrives on disagreement. Democracy demands it. But disagreements must be rooted in facts, not frozen snapshots of history. When yesterday’s data are presented as today’s reality, the public deserves context. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, in his typical pastime, has accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of fiscal recklessness, citing excess borrowing in the 2024 budget, questioning the removal of fuel subsidy, criticising tax reforms, concocting an oil windfall of N7.98 trillion, and suggesting that Nigeria is drifting economically. His concerns, though misplaced, deserve a response—not because criticisms should be silenced – but because Nigerians should have…
By Temitope Ajayi There is something fundamentally inappropriate about Cardinal John Onaiyekan granting a television interview to offer his own account and interpretation of what transpired during the private meeting between the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria and President Bola Tinubu. It is, in my view, an abuse of clerical privilege. The bishops requested an audience with the president. He granted the audience graciously. They presented, as was their right, a catalogue of the country’s economic, social, and security challenges as they saw them. Except for their grudging acknowledgement of the benefits of NELFUND, they were dismissive of the other…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to immunisation, vaccine production and stronger collaboration with the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (Gavi), describing the organisation as a critical partner in improving public health and advancing vaccine access across Africa. During the meeting with a Gavi delegation, the President expressed appreciation for the organisation’s commitment to humanity and its support for Nigeria’s healthcare sector, particularly its efforts to accelerate local vaccine production. Tinubu said Nigeria recognises the importance of immunisation and remains committed to strengthening its vaccination programmes, noting that expanding vaccine production on the continent would empower Africa…
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as significant progress in tackling kidnapping and advancing infrastructure development in Oyo State. The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on behalf of members of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, said the traditional rulers were at the Presidential Villa to express their appreciation for the administration’s efforts and to wish President Bola Ahmed Tinubu continued success. “We are here today to bring to the President our good tidings. We wish you well. We are very happy with what…