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The Niger State Pension Board has attributed the delay in the payment of May 2026 monthly pensions to temporary banking transaction processing challenges. In a statement signed by the Management of the Niger State Pension Board on May 27, 2026, the Board explained that all necessary payment arrangements had been concluded and payment schedules released within the stipulated timeframe before the technical issue occurred. The Board disclosed that it is actively engaging the relevant financial service providers to ensure that the challenge is resolved as quickly as possible and that…

The Niger State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Obed Nuhu Nana, has extended warm Eid-el-Kabir greetings to Muslims in Niger State, across Nigeria, and the global Muslim Ummah. In a goodwill message issued to mark the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the commissioner described the festival as a solemn reminder of the virtues of obedience, sacrifice, faith, compassion, and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah, as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (AS). Hon. Nana said the values associated with Eid-el-Kabir remain vital for promoting peaceful coexistence, strengthening unity, and fostering mutual…

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has described the N6.61 trillion revenue jointly posted by 20 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) in the first quarter of 2026 as a strong indication that Nigeria’s economy is rebounding under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The group said the impressive performance by the firms across critical sectors of the economy contradicts persistent opposition claims that the nation’s economy is in chaos. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, TMSG said the development reflects growing business…

The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s debt-for-infrastructure policy, insisting that Nigeria’s huge infrastructure deficit cannot be addressed without strategic borrowing and sustained capital investment. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Dr. Omoniyi M. Akinsiju, the group argued that criticisms against the Federal Government’s borrowing plans were politically motivated and failed to provide realistic alternatives for addressing the country’s longstanding infrastructure challenges. According to IMPI, Nigeria’s poor infrastructure continues to hinder economic growth, productivity, and citizens’ quality of life, noting that over 70…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening bilateral relations with the Czech Republic through enhanced institutional cooperation, trade partnerships, technology transfer, and sustainable development initiatives. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, following a meeting between the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Nigeria, Tomas Vyprachticky, in Abuja. During the meeting, Ambassador Vyprachticky congratulated the minister on her appointment and conveyed the goodwill of the Czech…

The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Rosaline Ogunro on her emergence as the new Mayor of Islington in the United Kingdom, describing the achievement as a proud moment for Nigeria and a testament to excellence, dedication, and impactful community service. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Commission’s Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa said Ogunro’s elevation to the prestigious office reflects the growing impact of Nigerians occupying leadership positions across the globe.…

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir, called for a peaceful and crash-free celebration across the country. In a statement signed by the Deputy Corps Commander and Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, the Corps Marshal commended Muslim faithful for their devotion, sacrifice, discipline, and commitment to the teachings of Islam, urging them to sustain the virtues of patience, obedience, love, and peaceful coexistence associated with the sacred season. He explained that…

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed, has personally spearheaded an emergency traffic operation that restored free movement along the Abuja–Kaduna Expressway following a severe obstruction at the Azara Bridge, Jere axis. The disruption occurred during ongoing road construction works when an articulated vehicle carrying a crane broke down at a narrow diversion point, resulting in a rapid build-up of traffic that stretched several kilometres and left commuters stranded for hours. Responding promptly to the situation, the Corps Marshal arrived at the scene and assumed direct…

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening coordination among humanitarian interventions and expanding social protection programmes aimed at reducing poverty, insecurity, and humanitarian challenges across the country. The Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard M. Doro, made this known during a courtesy visit by a delegation from Enhancing Financial Innovation and Access (EFinA) to the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Doro said the Ministry operates an open-door engagement framework designed to foster collaboration among government institutions, development partners, civil society organisations, and the private sector…

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Grace Ike, has extended warm Eid-el-Kabir greetings to Muslim faithful across the country while calling on journalists in the Federal Capital Territory to uphold ethical reporting, promote national unity, and defend press freedom. In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the Council’s Executive Committee, Ike urged media practitioners to reflect the virtues of sacrifice, obedience, truth, and responsibility in the discharge of their professional duties. She noted that the media has a critical role to play in fostering…