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Federal Government Closes Owerri Airport for 25-day Runway Repairs
The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri, for 25 days from October 20, 2026, for runway repairs.
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Startups
FG Showcases 298 Nigerian Innovators to Global Investors in London
The Federal Government, through the National Board for Technology Incubation, has taken 298 Nigerian innovators to London to attract global investment.
Economy
FG Negotiates ₦1,350 Petrol Price Ceiling Amid Global Oil Shock
The Federal Government is in negotiations to set a ₦1,350 ceiling on the price of petrol amid rising global oil prices.
Politics
Fuel Price Surge: FG Takes Action to Shield Nigerians from Further Increase, Rejects Subsidy Restoration
The Federal Government has moved to protect Nigerians from further fuel price increases, rejecting calls for a return to fuel subsidies.
Economy
Federal Government Announces 30-Day Discount on Petrol Sold by NNPC
The Federal Government has announced a 30-day discount on petrol sold by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL).
Business
Federal Government Retrieves 50 Oil Fields from Defaulting Awardees
The Nigerian government has taken back 50 oil fields from defaulting awardees, insisting on its 'drill-or-drop' policy.
News
Federal Government Releases 8-Month Allowance to Non-Academic Staff in Tertiary Institutions
The Federal Government has released eight months’ arrears of the Consolidated Non-Academic Staff Tertiary Institutions Allowance (CONTA) to workers in a bid to maintain industrial harmony.
Economy
Electricity Discos Generate N603bn Revenue in Q2 amid Subsidy Debt Over N321bn for Federal Government
The 11 electricity distribution companies (Discos) generated a total revenue of N603.64 billion in Q2, while the federal government incurred over N321bn subsidy debt.
Business
Electricity Discos’ Q2 Revenue Surges to N603bn Amidst FG’s Subsidy Debt Over N321bn
The 11 electricity Discos in Nigeria recorded a combined revenue of N603.64 billion in Q2 2026, as the federal government faces over N321 billion in subsidy debt.
Politics
Teachers Call for Improved Welfare and Working Conditions
Amidst pledges of support from the Federal Government and state governors, teachers in Nigeria are demanding better welfare, safer schools, and improved working conditions.
Politics
Federal Government Begins Vocational Training for 777 Youths Across Nigeria
The Federal Government has commenced vocational training for 777 youths across the country, aiming to equip them with marketable skills.
Business
Nigeria Unveils N125 Billion Distributed Renewable Energy Fund
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a new initiative aimed at boosting renewable energy in the country.
News
Federal Government Plans 24/7 Power Zones in Major Nigerian Cities
The Federal Government has reportedly begun discussions with distribution companies (DisCos) to establish 24-hour power zones in major cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Kano.
Health & Wellness
Federal Government Launches Health Financing Observatory for Improved Spending Accountability
The Federal Government has launched a new initiative aimed at improving accountability in health spending.
News
Federal Government Approves Upgrade of Four South-South Ports
The Federal Government has approved the upgrade of four ports in the South-South region to decongest Lagos ports, according to reports.