The Federal Government has expressed concern over the recent decision by the United States to impose tighter visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens, describing the move as disproportionate, calling for “reconsideration in the spirit of mutual respect and cooperation.”

This comes just as the United Arab Emirates imposed tougher entry conditions for Nigerian travellers, banning transit visa applications entirely.

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has renewed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the O-Meal School Feeding Programme, which began in 2006. The governor also appealed to stakeholders and development partners for increased support, emphasising the importance of improving the nutritional health status of school pupils across the state.

About one year after the Federal Government promised to subsidise electricity consumed by hospitals and educational institutions in the country, the facilities are still grappling with high electricity debts, The PUNCH reports.

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who made the promise in August 2024, has since remained quiet, with no further action taken on the promise. This came as industry sources knowledgeable about the development stated that the Federal Government may not be considering any form of power subsidy for these institutions at the moment.

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has appointed Justice Babatunde Adejumo as the new Administrator of the National Judicial Institute, with effect from August 1, 2025.

His appointment follows the approval of the Board of Governors of the NJI, chaired by Justice Kekere-Ekun.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday, met with leaders of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, the National Association of Nigerian Students, and the Chairmen of the six Area Councils in the FCT to address the ongoing teachers’ strike, which began on March 24, 2025.

The meeting took place at the Conference Room of the minister’s official residence in Abuja.