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Nigeria Mobilises ₦20.59 Trillion in Eight Months, Marking a 40.5% Increase Over Last Year
Nigeria is experiencing one of its strongest fiscal periods in recent history, fuelled by unprecedented growth in non-oil revenues that now underpin government finances.
Our correspondent gathered from a State House briefing that…
Yobe Youths To Celebrate Maigari’s Reappointment As Commissioner Federal Character Commission
From: Muhammad Suleiman Yobe
On Saturday, 6th September 2025, youths from all 17 local government areas of Yobe State will come together to celebrate the reappointment of Hon. Jibrin Maigari as the Commissioner for the Federal Character…
Tinubu Administration Running “Most Divisive Government in History,” Says ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of engaging in “manipulated propaganda” and running the “most nepotistic and divisive government Nigeria has ever had.”
In a strongly worded…
Tinubu Declares End to Borrowing as Revenue Targets Met
President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria will no longer rely on borrowing to finance government operations, declaring that his administration has successfully met its revenue mobilisation target.
Our correspondent gathered from…
African Stakeholders Call for Stronger Collaboration on Curriculum Development
Stakeholders in Africa’s education sector have urged greater collaboration among curriculum developers across the continent to deliver a more qualitative, relevant and globally responsive education system.
The call was made during the…
Tinubu Hails Shettima at 59, Praises Loyalty and Partnership
President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Vice President Kashim Shettima on his 59th birthday, describing him as a trusted ally in Nigeria’s journey of renewal.
In a statement seen by Times of Nigeria, Tinubu said Shettima’s…
Infrastructure for All, Not One Region, Tinubu Assures Nigerians
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to equitable development across Nigeria, pledging that no region will be left behind.
In a statement posted on his verified X handle, monitored by Times of…
Birnin Kudu Chairman Distributes Fertiliser to 1,000 Farmers
The Executive Chairman of Birnin Kudu Local Government Area, Hon. Bldr. Dr Muhammad Uba has launched the distribution of fertiliser to 1,000 farmers across the council’s eleven wards.
Our correspondent understands that the initiative is…
FG Offers Investors Up to 16.5% on September Savings Bonds
The Federal Government has announced attractive rates of up to 16.541 per cent per annum on its September 2025 savings bonds.
In a circular issued by the Debt Management Office (DMO), subscriptions opened on Monday and will close on…
Twelve Drown in Zamfara River as Residents Flee Rampaging Bandits
At least 12 people have lost their lives in a canoe mishap in Danmaga village, Gummi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, the police have confirmed.
Our correspondent gathered from security analyst Zagazola Makama that the incident…