The three tiers of government, namely the Federal, State, and Local Government Areas, have shared a total of ₦2.001 trillion in revenue from the Federation Account for July 2025. Naija News reports that the allocation was made at the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meeting held in Abuja and announced in a communiqué released on Friday by the spokesperson for the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa. From the ₦2.001 trillion distributable revenue, the Federal Government received ₦735.081 billion, state governments got ₦660.349 billion, while the 774 local government councils shared ₦485.039 billion. In addition, oil-producing states…
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Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has revealed that the leadership of the party is set to take decisive action regarding the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesome Wike. According to George, the PDP has tolerated Wike and others like him in the party long enough, and the time has come to take a decisive position. Naija News reports that the former Military Governor made this known in a chat with Daily Trust after the PDP Southern Zoning Consultative Meeting held in Lagos on Thursday. He added that the party would…
A fire outbreak has been reported near a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) station in the Badia Railway area of Apapa, Lagos State. According to The Whistler, the blaze reportedly began near the Plank Market, directly behind the LPG gas station, around 12:35 PM. According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), which confirmed the incident, emergency responders are currently carrying out rescue operations at the scene. The agency stated that its personnel were helping to direct vehicles away from the affected area. “Report of a fire outbreak at Badia Railway, near the Plank Market, behind the LPG gas station. “Firefighters…
Eberechi Eze is on the verge of writing his name into Arsenal’s transfer history books as he prepares to complete a £67.5million switch from Crystal Palace this weekend. Eberechi Eze, 27, will undergo medical tests today, with the deal structured as £60 million guaranteed plus £7.5 million performance-related add-ons. Once confirmed, the England international will rank as Arsenal’s third-most expensive signing of all time. Only Declan Rice, who joined from West Ham for a record-breaking £105m in 2023, and Nicolas Pépé, who cost £72m from Lille in 2019, have commanded higher fees in the Gunners’ history. Eze edges ahead of…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticized plans by the federal government to construct bus terminals in each of the six geopolitical zones of the country. According to Peter Obi, the planned construction, costing ₦142 billion, is a misplaced priority, and the money could be better deployed to other areas that benefit the citizens. He urged the government to prioritize spending of scarce resources, noting that such can determine the success or failure of the government. Naija News recalls that the federal government, at its last Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, approved the construction of the terminals. However, Obi described…
The Benue State House of Assembly has suspended four of its members for six months over an alleged attempt to impeach the Speaker, Aondona Dajoh. Those affected are Alfred Berger (Makurdi North), Terna Shimawua (Kian), Cyril Ekong (Obi), and James Umoru (Apa). According to the leadership of the House, the suspension followed a botched attempt by the lawmakers to unseat Speaker Dajoh on Thursday night. The Assembly described the action of the suspended members as a direct affront to its leadership and internal order. Confirming the decision, the House announced that the four lawmakers would not participate in legislative activities…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast thunderstorms and moderate rains across several parts of the country between Friday and Sunday. In its weather outlook released on Thursday in Abuja, the agency predicted thunderstorms with moderate rainfall in parts of Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Taraba, Zamfara, Sokoto, and Kaduna States on Friday morning. It added that thunderstorms with moderate rains are expected over most parts of the northern region during the afternoon to evening hours. Naija News reports that for the North-Central zone, NiMet projected light rains over Niger, Nasarawa, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Benue, Kogi, Kwara, and Plateau States…
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has admitted the ongoing standoff with Alexander Isak has left both the player and the club in what he described as a “lose-lose situation.” Alexander Isak, a 25-year-old Swedish international who has made clear his desire to join Liverpool, has not trained with Newcastle’s first team for over a week. A £110 million bid from the Reds was rejected earlier this month, sparking a public fallout. Isak, in a strongly worded statement, accused Newcastle of breaking promises, claiming he had been assured he could leave if a major club came calling with a substantial offer.…
A former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Burutai, has warned that allowing insurgency to linger was dangerous to the country. He pointed out the need to tackle the problem and suggested locking down Nigeria’s borders to manage the situation. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television on Friday, he argued that the borders should be locked down just as it was during the deadly COVID-19 pandemic. The former army chief emphasised that community resilience, which involves collaboration among political, traditional, and religious leaders, is necessary to find lasting solutions to address insecurity in Nigeria. He also said that…
Newcastle United are preparing themselves for a fresh approach from Liverpool, who are expected to return with an improved transfer bid in the region of £120 million to £130 million for Sweden striker Alexander Isak. The 25-year-old has been a standout performer for the Magpies, but Liverpool’s determination to bolster their attack could put Newcastle under serious pressure. At the same time, Wolves face a battle to keep Norway forward Jorgen Strand Larsen, as Newcastle are reportedly weighing up a £60m move to bring him to St James’ Park. Manchester United are exploring options for Rasmus Hojlund, with Napoli informed…