The Nigerian government has announced plans to finance the Student Loan Scheme using the Education Tax Fund managed by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). This initiative aims to ensure greater access to tertiary education for young Nigerians by providing financial support through the Education Tax Fund. Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of FIRS, disclosed this during…
The upcoming 21st Annual Daily Trust Dialogue, scheduled for Thursday in Abuja, is set to feature a lineup of distinguished speakers and guests. Among them is Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, who will be joining other eminent personalities to analyze the various economic reforms implemented by President Bola…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged citizens to intensify their prayers for the country to overcome the pervasive insecurity affecting several states. Mrs. Tinubu made this appeal through her official social media page, emphasizing the importance of prayer in navigating the challenges facing the nation. The call for fervent prayers follows the recent release…
Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has expressed frustration over what she perceives as Minister Nyesom Wike’s lack of response to her communications regarding the deteriorating security situation in the FCT. In a recent interview on Channels Television, Senator Kingibe revealed that she has made efforts to engage with the Minister on…
Nigeria’s 2024 budget has sparked discussions and concerns due to its record increase in deficit. The budget, signed by President Bola Tinubu, aims to balance the country’s financial needs with its long-term economic goals, prompting questions about the government’s borrowing practices and revenue structure. Addressing the concerns, a government official highlighted the commitment to responsible…
Two prominent Northern groups, the Northern Elders Progressive Forum (NEPF) and the Northern Professionals Development Group (NPDG), have jointly accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of bias against Northern politicians in its recent anti-corruption campaign. The groups expressed their concerns in a joint communique following a two-day meeting on national issues. They specifically…
Seven residents who were abducted from Sagwari Estate in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have been released. The abduction had occurred following a raid by gunmen on the estate opposite Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS) Dutse around 8 pm on a Sunday night, resulting in the abduction of 10 residents. Tragically,…
Justice Modupe Osho Adebiyi of the Federal High Court in Abuja has imposed a N50 million fine on the Nigeria Police Force for violating the fundamental human rights of Prof. Zainab Duke Abiola. The fine also applies to one Ibrahim, reported to be the son of a former Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly considering Abisoye Coker-Odusote, the Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), as a potential replacement for the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu. Amidst allegations of financial impropriety surrounding Edu’s suspension, sources indicate that President Tinubu is actively exploring alternatives for…
Troops from Sector 6 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) successfully defended Okokolo community in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State against a bandit attack. The OPWS Force Commander, Maj.-Gen. Sunday Igbinomwanhia, confirmed that the troops repelled the attackers after a three-hour battle on Thursday, forcing them to retreat in disarray. Despite the successful defense,…