Transportation

Transport Minister Seeks Deeper Collaboration With China for Rail Power, Security Infrastructure

By Ada Nkong Minister Of Transportation, Sen. Said Ahmed Alkali has called on Chinese and foreign investors to invest in Nigeria's railway infrastructure such as the power supply schemes, integrated security solutions, and real-time monitoring systems to secure the corridors and ensure reliable service delivery. Speaking at the 16th International Infrastructure Investment And Construction Forum… Continue reading Transport Minister Seeks Deeper Collaboration With China for Rail Power, Security Infrastructure

ECONOMY

United Nations Ocean Conference: Nigeria Pushes for Increased Funding of Blue Economy Initiatives

By Ada Nkong CAPTIONHonourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adgboyega Oyetola (centre); Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Olufemi Oloruntola (right); Managing Director, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (left); Director-General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola (back row left) and the Executive… Continue reading United Nations Ocean Conference: Nigeria Pushes for Increased Funding of Blue Economy Initiatives

OPINION

Season of Desperation: Today’s Reality

By Dr Mike Udam What is Desperation?Desperation is a state of extreme hopelessness, where a person feels compelled to take extreme, often unethical, measures to survive or meet their needs. It arises when people feel trapped by circumstances—such as poverty, economic hardship, or societal pressures—and see no legitimate way out. The Link Between a Bad… Continue reading Season of Desperation: Today’s Reality

POLITICS

Opinion: How Senator Jarigbe Sparked a Political and Developmental Revolution in Northern Cross River

By Papa DC(Director-General, Senator Jarigbe’s 2023 Campaign; Lifelong Member, PDP) Before he ever contested an election, few could have imagined that Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe would one day rise to become the defining political force behind the transformation of Northern Cross River. But to those who paid close attention from the start, it was clear:… Continue reading Opinion: How Senator Jarigbe Sparked a Political and Developmental Revolution in Northern Cross River

ECONOMY

Blue Economy and Finance Forum: Oyetola Joins Macron,Others

By Ada Nkong CAPTIONL-R: Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva; Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, CON and French President Emmanuel Macron at the Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco on Sunday 8th June 2025. Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy,  Adegboyega Oyetola,, joined world leaders and… Continue reading Blue Economy and Finance Forum: Oyetola Joins Macron,Others

ECONOMY

Capacity Building: Australia, Commonwealth Facilitates Training for Mining Professionals

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has officially launched a capacity enhancement programme for the first batch of Nigerian mining professionals at Murdoch University, Australia. A statement by Segun Tomori , Special Assistant Media to the minister says the initiative is a key outcome of the Nigeria–Australia collaboration with… Continue reading Capacity Building: Australia, Commonwealth Facilitates Training for Mining Professionals

TRAVELS

DG Edo State Diaspora Agency Visits NiDCOM  Seeks Strategic Collaboration

By Ada Nkong The Director General Edo State Diaspora Agency, Dr Loretta Ogboro-Okor has commended the leadership of the Chairman Nigerians in Diaspora Commission,Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa which she described as visionary. The DG made the commendation when she paid a visit to NiDCOM headquarters in Abuja. She said the visit is part of efforts to… Continue reading DG Edo State Diaspora Agency Visits NiDCOM  Seeks Strategic Collaboration

Environment

World Bank, NiMet Collaborate  Towards  Early Warning Systems

By Ada Nkong L-R Mr. Christopher Cameron Hann, a consultant in hydrometeorology (World Bank) Ms. Nathalie Andrea Wandel, Specialist in Disaster Risk Management (World Bank), Prof. Charles Anosike DG/CEO NiMet, Mr. Francis Samson Nkoka, Senior Disaster Risk Management Specialist (World bank) Mr. Oscar Ishizawa, Lead Specialist in Disaster Risk Management (World Bank) Ms. Mary Elinor… Continue reading World Bank, NiMet Collaborate  Towards  Early Warning Systems

Transportation

Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy,  Adegboyega Oyetola, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), scheduled to take place from June 9 to 13, 2025, in Nice, France. A statement signed by Dr Bolaji Akinola, special assistant media and communications to the Minister says Oyetola will… Continue reading Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France