POLITICS

BADARU HOSTS PAST JIGAWA LOCAL GOVERNMENT SPEAKERS, DUTSE EMIRATE TRADERS

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, recently hosted the Forum of Immediate Past Local Government Speakers from Jigawa State and the Dutse Emirate Traders Association in his hometown to celebrated the successful and peaceful completion of the recent Eid el-Kabeer festivities. A statement signed by Mare Ali , special assistant… Continue reading BADARU HOSTS PAST JIGAWA LOCAL GOVERNMENT SPEAKERS, DUTSE EMIRATE TRADERS

CAMPAIGNS

NAWOJ Calls for  Passage of Special Seat Bill for Increased Female Representation

By Ada Nkong In a bid to ensure increased participation of women in governance and promote gender inclusion, women journalists in Nigeria have called for the passage of a special seat bill . This  was the focus  at the Fit for Inclusion programme  organised by Women in Media Development Initiative(WIMDI) in collaboration with Nigeria Association… Continue reading NAWOJ Calls for  Passage of Special Seat Bill for Increased Female Representation

ECONOMY

Africa’S Largest Rare Earth Minerals Project  in Nigeria to Create 10,000 Plus Jobs

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has pledged full support to a $ 400 million Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) plan to build Africa's largest rare earth and critical minerals plant in Nasarawa State, potentially creating over 10,000 jobs nationwide. A statement signed by Segun Tomori, Special Assistant Media and Publicity to Minister of Solid Minerals… Continue reading Africa’S Largest Rare Earth Minerals Project  in Nigeria to Create 10,000 Plus Jobs

TRAVELS

Igbo Day in US: Dabiri-Erewa Commends US Governor, Tasks Ndigbo community on Patriotism

By Ada Nkong Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has commended Gov. Josh Stein of North Carolina of United States of America for  proclaiming June 14th Igbo Day. She described it as a reflection of the patriotic and deep cultural impacts of Ndigbos in the USA. In a statement by Abdur-Rahman Balogun,… Continue reading Igbo Day in US: Dabiri-Erewa Commends US Governor, Tasks Ndigbo community on Patriotism

AWARDS

Forum of Ex-Councillors in Jigawa:   Badaru Bags Excellent Leadership Award

The Forum of Elected Former Councillors, who served during the administration of  Mohammed Badaru Abubakar , former Governor of Jigawa State, paid a courtesy visit to him at his residence in Kano on Friday, 20th June 2025. A statement signed by Mati Ali Personal Assistant Media and publicity to the Minister says during the visit,… Continue reading Forum of Ex-Councillors in Jigawa:   Badaru Bags Excellent Leadership Award

TRAVELS

Dabiri-Erewa Underscores Importance of “Door of Return” Project Site in Badagry

By Ada Nkong Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has commended the Lagos State Governor , Babajide Sanwoolu , for his approval for the construction of a permanent “ Door of Return" site in Badagry . She spoke during an assessment visit to the ongoing construction site of the “Door… Continue reading Dabiri-Erewa Underscores Importance of “Door of Return” Project Site in Badagry

Governance

2 Years in Office: Gov. Otu Tackles Security Issues, Recovers State Assets

......... This administration will complete projects initiated by Predecessors- Hon. Ekpang The Cross River State Commissioner for Information Dr Erasmus Ekpang has reaffirmed the commitment of The administration of Sen Bassey Otu, the Governor of Cross River State in rebirthing the state in all its ramifications. The Commissioner dropped the affirmation during a strategic session… Continue reading 2 Years in Office: Gov. Otu Tackles Security Issues, Recovers State Assets

Aviation

FAAN MD Commits to Staff Welfare, Training and Business Development

By Ada Nkong Aviation stakeholders have been urged to prioritise investment in project development to enhance bankability and attract investors. The Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku made the appeal during her opening address at the ongoing Biennial FAAN Joint Trade Unions Conference 2025, held… Continue reading FAAN MD Commits to Staff Welfare, Training and Business Development

POLITICS

Amb.Etim Okpoyo Debunks Publication By Eagle Eye, Others

By Ada Nkong Former Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State , Ambassador Etim Okpoyo has described recent  Publications in Eagle Eye and other papers crediting him with some statements as false affirming that the  publications were based by comments  made by him at an interview with some newspapers between 2015 and,2019. In an interaction with… Continue reading Amb.Etim Okpoyo Debunks Publication By Eagle Eye, Others