Author: Eye Reporters

By Abdul Lauya The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has disbursed a total sum of N1.818 trillion among the three tiers of government as revenue generated in June 2025. The announcement followed the July 2025 FAAC meeting held in Abuja and was confirmed by the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation. According to the official communiqué, the disbursed amount represents the combined allocation to the Federal Government, State Governments, and Local Government Councils. The figure is reflective of the federation’s gross statutory revenue inflow of N3.485 trillion for June, marking a significant rise of N1.390 trillion when compared…

By Abdul Lauya President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Muhammad Babangida, son of former military president Ibrahim Babangida, as the Chairman of the revamped Bank of Agriculture. The appointment was announced in a statement issued Friday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Muhammad Babangida, 53, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s in Public Relations and Business Communication from the European University in Montreux, Switzerland. He also completed an Executive Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard Business School in 2002. In addition to Babangida, President Tinubu approved the appointment of…

By Eye Reporters Investigations Desk A claim circulating widely on social media asserts that the Nigerian Senate has approved the creation of 12 new states across the country’s six geo-political zones. This claim is false. Investigations by Eye Reporters reveal that while the Senate Committee on Constitution Review has received proposals from interest groups seeking the creation of new states, no official approval has been granted by the Senate or any arm of the National Assembly. Earlier this month, the Committee announced it had received 31 state creation requests and 18 requests for new local government areas. In response, it…

By Abdul Lauya The recent decision by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to rename the University of Maiduguri after late former President Muhammadu Buhari is stirring discontent among key stakeholders, with alumni, students, and concerned citizens formally protesting the move and demanding a reversal. The renaming, announced during a special session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at the Presidential Villa, was part of a national tribute to President Buhari, who died on July 13 and was buried in Daura, Katsina State. President Tinubu described Buhari as “a good and honourable man” and said the gesture was a mark of respect…

By Abdul Lauya In a bold fusion of tribute and political messaging, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday renamed the University of Maiduguri as Muhammadu Buhari University, in honour of his late predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari, whose death on July 13 triggered a cascade of tributes across Nigeria’s political establishment. The announcement, made during a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) session at the Presidential Villa, came amid solemn tributes by Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, ministers, lawmakers, and top government functionaries. Two weeks after Buhari’s passing in London and burial in Daura, Katsina State, the session doubled as a…

By Abdul Lauya In a move laced with symbolism and political tribute, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday announced the renaming of the University of Maiduguri to Muhammadu Buhari University, in honour of his late predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari. The declaration came during a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) session held at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The gathering, attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, state governors, ministers, and members of the late president’s family, was convened as a solemn tribute to Buhari, who died in London on July…

By Our Correspondent The Chairman of the National Council of Nigerian Legion, Ms. Grace Morenike Henry, has initiated efforts to deepen collaboration with the Military Pensions Board (MPB) to enhance the welfare of Nigerian military veterans. In a statement released by the Media Aide to the Chairman, Chief Abdul Lauya, the visit was described as Ms. Henry’s first formal engagement with the MPB leadership since assuming office. The visit, held at the Board’s headquarters in Abuja, is part of her strategic push to build synergy with institutions responsible for veterans’ welfare and post-service care. According to the statement, Ms. Henry…

By Abdul Lauya Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the appointment of a new batch of Senior Special Assistants (SSA II) and Special Assistants (SA I) as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots engagement, enhance inclusive governance, and boost efficient public service delivery in the state. The announcement was made on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, who stated that the appointments are aligned with the Governor’s commitment to effective governance and deepening the government’s presence across the state. According to a statement released by Ismaila Uba Misilli,…

By Abdul Lauya The Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Lokoja (FUL), Professor Olayemi Akinwumi, has been honoured with the Distinguished Alumnus Award by the University of Ilorin, his alma mater, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to academia and national development. The award was conferred on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, during a grand investiture ceremony held to mark the 50th anniversary of the University of Ilorin. The event, themed Award of Excellence and Investiture of Distinguished Alumni and Unilorin Ambassadors, brought together prominent alumni, scholars, and dignitaries from across Nigeria. Professor Akinwumi, a respected historian and academic administrator, was celebrated for…

By Our Correspondent In an effort to strengthen veterans’ welfare administration in Nigeria, the Chairman of the National Council of Nigerian Legion, Ms. Grace Morenike Henry, on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Military Pensions Board (MPB), Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Adamu, at the Board’s headquarters in Abuja. The visit, described as Ms. Henry’s first formal engagement with the MPB since assuming office, is aimed at fostering institutional collaboration and ensuring that the interests of retired military personnel remain at the forefront of policy and service delivery. According to a statement released by the Media Aide…