OPINION

2023 Census: Monarch calls for citizens participation in the exercise_David Okpashi

A first Class traditional ruler in Nasarawa state, the Ohimege of Opanda Kingdom, Umaisha, Nasarawa State, HRH Alhaji Usman Abdullahi has called on Nigerians in particular the citizens of Nasarawa State to massively participate in the forthcoming National Population and Housing Census in the State and throughout the country. The monarch made the call while… Continue reading 2023 Census: Monarch calls for citizens participation in the exercise_David Okpashi

WORLD NEWS

Teen Brothers Among Six Charged With Alabama Shooting _Ada Nkong

Two teenage brothers, a 15-year-old, and three men are now under arrest after a deadly shooting at a party in Alabama last Saturday, authorities said. The shooting at a 16th birthday party celebration left four people dead and 32 others injured. The first arrests were made on Tuesday. All six suspects have been charged with… Continue reading Teen Brothers Among Six Charged With Alabama Shooting _Ada Nkong

TRAVELS

NIDCOM Boss Advices Nigerian Students in Sudan to Be Security Conscious _Ada Nkong

Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, (NIDCOM), has noted with concern the plight of Nigerian Students in Sudan over the escalation of hostilities between the Sudanese Army and the Paramilitary group-Rapid Support Forces(RSF). The NIDCOM Boss in a statement by Gabriel Odu of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NIDCOM, stated that the… Continue reading NIDCOM Boss Advices Nigerian Students in Sudan to Be Security Conscious _Ada Nkong

Aviation

NSIB Lauds FG for Boosting Fire safety at Airports _Ada Nkong

The Director General of the Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Engr. Akin Olateru has commended the Federal Government for boosting aviation safety in the country with the recent procurement of fire tenders for airports. According to a statement signed by Mr Olatunji Oketunmbi general manager public affairs NSIB, giving this commendation yesterday in Abuja while… Continue reading NSIB Lauds FG for Boosting Fire safety at Airports _Ada Nkong

Aviation

FG to Support Programs, policies towards SAATM Achievement _Ada Nkong

The Federal Government of Nigeria has affirmed its commitment to support any policies and programmes that would support and project the full implementation of Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) in Nigeria.T The DG Nigerian civil aviation authority, Captain Musa Nuhu in a statement ,says the remark was made by the Honourable Minister of Aviation,… Continue reading FG to Support Programs, policies towards SAATM Achievement _Ada Nkong

Aviation

Insecurity :NAMA Moves to Procure Primary Radar to Detect Illegal Flights _Ada Nkong

In a bid to counter the security challenge posed by unauthorized flights within the Nigerian airspace, the Managing Director Nigerian airspace management agency says Primary Radar are being bought to supplement the secondary ones available and increase the coverage. Director General of the the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Mr. Lawrence Pwajok disclosed this when… Continue reading Insecurity :NAMA Moves to Procure Primary Radar to Detect Illegal Flights _Ada Nkong

NATURE

Wild Life and Forest Crime Analytic Toolkit:FG Commits to Checking Wildlife Crime _Comfort Nkong

The federal government says it will operationalize the wildlife and forest crime analytic toolkit as a means of combatting crimes like illegal trade in wildlife and commercial poaching. The Minister of environment Mohammed Abdullahi made the declaration during the official presentation of the wildlife and forest crime analytic toolkit in Abuja. The Minister, represented by… Continue reading Wild Life and Forest Crime Analytic Toolkit:FG Commits to Checking Wildlife Crime _Comfort Nkong

Aviation

FG appeals to Striking Aviation Workers to Sheath Sword_Ada Nkong

The Ministry of Aviation has expressed her displeasure at the ongoing warning strike by the Aviation Unions in spite of efforts at meeting the demands of the workers.  A statement signed by Mr Odutayo Oluseyi head press and public affairs describes the strike as unnecessary as it will increase the hardship on our citizens, affect… Continue reading FG appeals to Striking Aviation Workers to Sheath Sword_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

Ralph Yarl: Black Teen Shot for Knocking at Wrong Door_Ada Nkong

Protests erupted in Kansas City, Missouri, over the weekend after a homeowner shot a black teenager twice who rang their doorbell by mistake. Ralph Yarl, 16, was sent by his parents to pick up his brothers from a friend's house on 13 April, but went to the wrong address. The suspect shot Mr Yarl through… Continue reading Ralph Yarl: Black Teen Shot for Knocking at Wrong Door_Ada Nkong