FG Approves ₦1trn Kano Metro Rail to Ease Traffic, Boost Economy — Abba Yusuf
• Kano to get modern metropolitan rail network • Project targets traffic congestion, urban mobility, economic growth • State, FG to collaborate on transparent implementation The Federal Government has approved…
FG raises N501bn bond to settle GenCos’ debts, reduce N6trn power sector liabilities
FG, through NBET, issues N501bn bonds under PPSDRP to begin settling GenCos’ arrears 14 GenCos sign settlement agreements valued at N827bn, with first payments covering 50% Move aims to improve…
FG to Begin Early Planning for 2026 Detty December from March — Musawa
FG to kick off 2026 Detty December preparations in March Review shows strong tourism and economic gains Accommodation shortages and overpricing remain major concerns Inter-agency plan to be presented to Federal Executive Council The…
FG, Lotus Bank expand financing framework for off-grid power projects
FG, REA and Lotus Bank move to strengthen financing for off-grid power projects Partnership targets renewable energy access in rural, underserved communities Initiative aligned with FG’s DARES programme to scale…
FG Bans Meter Charges, Warns DisCos, Installers of Prosecution
FG bans meter charges as smart meters to be installed free nationwide under DISREP. DisCos, installers face prosecution if they demand money from electricity consumers. 3.4 million smart meters to…
FG Opens 2026 PTDF Overseas Scholarships for UK, Germany, France, Malaysia
PTDF 2026 scholarships open for MSc and PhD studies abroad Covers tuition, flights, accommodation, and living allowance Available in UK, Germany, France, and Malaysia Application deadline: February 27, 2026 The Federal Government has…
FG plans N500m empowerment programmes in 2026 Works Ministry budget
Federal Ministry of Works earmarks over N500m for empowerment programmes in 2026 budget. Allocations cover hairdressing, make-up training, grinding machines, motorcycles and mini-vans across states. 2026 Appropriation Bill sparks debate…
FG Budgets ₦6.04bn for Ajaokuta Staff in 2026 Despite Zero Output
• FG allocates ₦6.04bn personnel cost to Ajaokuta Steel in 2026 budget • Over 90% of allocation goes to salaries, with steel production still at zero • Capital spending remains…
FG bans graduation for non-final classes, mandates reusable textbooks
Federal Government bars graduation ceremonies for pre-Primary 6, JSS3, and SSS3 students to reduce costs Introduces reusable, high-quality textbooks lasting 4–6 years, limiting new purchases and promoting sustainability Implements uniform…
FG budgets ₦115bn to reintegrate ex-militants under Amnesty Programme
FG earmarks ₦115 billion in the 2026 budget for reintegration of ex-militants Funds allocated to the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) under service-wide vote Provision captured in ₦58.18 trillion 2026 Appropriation…