Musa Reflects on Loss of NDA Coursemates in Liberian Civil War
Abuja: The Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, has revealed the personal loss he endured during the Liberian Civil War, disclosing that ten of his Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) coursemates lost their lives in the conflict that span…
Military Unveils Growth and Welfare Agenda Under New DPL Leadership
Abuja: The Defence Properties Limited (DPL) says it is repositioning its operations for greater productivity, expanded real estate activities, and improved welfare of Armed Forces personnel. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of DPL, Maj.-G…
Ebola Claims 2,700 Lives in DRC as UN Chief Calls for $1.1 Billion in Aid
New york: No fewer than 2,700 people have died from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with about 500 new cases emerging weekly. UN Secretary-General Ant³nio Guterres has warned that the worsening Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak could clai…
Buratai Centre Unveils New Courses to Enhance Counter-Insurgency Commanders’ Resilience
Abuja: The Tukur Buratai Research Centre (TBRC) has introduced six new professional courses aimed at enhancing leadership, resilience, and command capabilities in counterinsurgency operations. These courses are designed to equip military leaders with …
Energy Correspondents Congratulate Isa and Wunti on Leadership Roles at WEC Nigeria
Abuja: The Association of Energy Correspondents, Abuja, FCT (AECAF) has expressed its congratulations to Mr Abdulrazaq Isa and Mr Bala Wunti following their appointments as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the World Energy Council (WEC) Nigeria…
Connectivity: A Cornerstone for Nigeria’s Economic Growth
Abuja: Mr. Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, emphasized the critical role of reliable telecommunications and data services in Nigeria’s economic growth, productivity, and social inclusion. Speaking on Thu…
RMAFC and NEITI Strengthen Partnership to Enhance Revenue Transparency in Nigeria’s Extractive Sector
Abuja: The Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has committed to strengthening its collaboration with the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) to enhance transparency, accountability, and revenue mob…
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Foundation Organises Free Medical Outreach for 1,500 Residents in Kwara Community
Abuja: More than 1,500 indigent residents of Arandun Community with various ailments have benefited from a free medical outreach in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the two-day medical outreach, held on T…
Foundation Organises Free Medical Outreach for 1,500 Residents in Kwara Community
Abuja: More than 1,500 indigent residents of Arandun Community with various ailments have benefited from a free medical outreach in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the two-day medical outreach, held on T…
Foundation Organises Free Medical Outreach for 1,500 Residents in Kwara Community
Abuja: More than 1,500 indigent residents of Arandun Community with various ailments have benefited from a free medical outreach in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the two-day medical outreach, held on T…
Abuja: Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa) has joined forces with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Alumni Association, Abuja Chapter, to advance good governance, democracy, and societal progress.
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Professor Sylvester Ewansiha Advocates Integrated Farming and Healthy Soils as Solutions to Africa’s Hunger Crisis
Benin: A professor of Cropping Systems Agronomy at the University of Benin (UNIBEN), Sylvester Ewansiha, emphasized the necessity for integrated agricultural solutions to address Africa’s hunger crisis during the university’s 376th Inaugural Lecture. …
Benin-Asaba Expressway: Niger Delta Youth Group Lauds Umahi, Seeks Urgent Action
Abuja: The Niger Delta Youth Network (NDYN) has commended the Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, for his swift response to concerns over the Benin-Asaba Road. In a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, NDYN National President, Scott Ogunseri, applauded Um…
Governors Express Support for CNG Transit Programme to Slash Cost of Transportation
Abuja: The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed support for the proposed National Affordable Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Transit Programme (NACTP) to reduce transportation costs and cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians. The…
Lagos: The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) is advocating for the formation of a joint task force comprising the association, police, and the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to address the issue of illegal levies imposed on…
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Minister Attributes Taraba’s Agricultural Growth and Investments to Improved Security
Jalingo: The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has attributed the agricultural development and substantial investments in Taraba to the improved security achieved under the administration of Governor Agbu Kefas. Idris m…
Be My Eyes, I-G Tells Old School Mates
Abuja: The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Tunji Disu, has urged alumni of the Lagos State University (LASU) to be his eyes wherever they are in the task of enhancing policing and security in the country. Disu spoke while receiving members of the A…
Fuel Subsidy Removal Creates Fiscal Headroom for Development, Says Information Minister
Jalingo: The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has announced that the removal of the fuel subsidy has created fiscal space for the Federal Government to pursue developmental projects across Nigeria. Idris made this stat…
NGO Urges Young Women to Leverage Empowerment Opportunities
Abuja: The Manager of African Girl’s Guide (AGG), Miss Sophia Okiasi, has urged young women to join the organisation and leverage opportunities to develop their skills, confidence, and capacity. Okiasi made the call during an interview with the News A…
FG Endorses National Forest Association Initiative to Boost Sector Investment
Abuja: The Federal Government has endorsed the proposed National Forest Association of Nigeria, emphasizing its potential to enhance coordination, investment, and sustainable development within the forestry sector. Assistant Director of the Ministry o…
Guterres Supports Obasanjo’s Peace Initiative Amid Rising Tensions in Northern Ethiopia
Addis ababa: UN Secretary-General Ant³nio Guterres has backed former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo’s renewed peace initiative in Ethiopia amid rising security tensions in the northern part of the country. Guterres urged all parties to support O…
Rice Paddy Shortage Threatens Operations at Lagos Rice Mill
Abuja: Mr Jacob Akinsanya, Director of the Lagos State Rice Mill, Imota, has highlighted that inadequate supply of rice paddy is the primary challenge limiting optimal production at the facility. Akinsanya made this known during a courtesy visit by th…
Troops Neutralise 21 Terrorists, Dismantle Boko Haram/ISWAP Camp in Adamawa
Adamawa: Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Tactical Team, have neutralised 21 terrorists in Adamawa. The terrorists were neutralised during a joint offensive on a Boko Haram/…
COREN Approves Nationwide Audit of MDAs Over Engineers’ Entry-Point Policy
Abuja: The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) has approved a nationwide compliance audit of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to assess the implementation of the enhanced entry-point policy for engineers in the Pub…