Security

Nigeria is Moving Steadily Towards Self-Reliance in  Military Hardware Production– Badaru

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar ,  has concluded a two-day working visit to key military institutions in Kaduna State, including the Nigerian Defence Academy, Nigerian Army Command Engineering Depot (CED), Buffalo Engineering Technical Services Limited (BETSL), and the Nigerian Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). A statement signed by Mati… Continue reading Nigeria is Moving Steadily Towards Self-Reliance in  Military Hardware Production– Badaru

Governance

New NSCC DG Pledges to Elevate the Status of Senior Citizens

By Ada Nkong The newly appointed Director-General, National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC) Mrs Omobolanle Akinyemi-Obe, has  vowed to improve the welfare of Nigeria’s senior citizens. Akinyemi-Obe made the pledge  , during the hand-over ceremony at the National Senior Citizens Center in Abuja on assumption of office, Friday. In her speech, with the theme, “Restoring Dignity,… Continue reading New NSCC DG Pledges to Elevate the Status of Senior Citizens

Environment · Transportation

Plateau State Establishes Africa’s First Climate Assembly

By Ada Nkong The Executive Director of the Climate Adaptation Business Alliance (CABA), Suleiman Dikwa has congratulated Plateau State for pioneering the establishment of Africa’s first Climate Assembly. In a statement made available to our correspondent, Dikwa describing it as a historic milestone said it not only signifies a remarkable achievement in climate governance but… Continue reading Plateau State Establishes Africa’s First Climate Assembly

POLITICS

I will Not Leave PDP- Sen. Jarigbe

By Ada Nkong Following insinuations from some quarters that Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe representing Cross River North Senatorial District at the 10th National Assembly will cross carpet to APC to retain his seat, the Senator has stated that he will not leave PDP . He added that his primary duties as an elected senator of… Continue reading I will Not Leave PDP- Sen. Jarigbe

OPINION

A Tribute to The Prince Who Removed Our Shame

By Papa DC Enamhe (Papa Ukpere I of Basang Nation) .........Honouring Leadership, Courage, and a Promise Fulfilled As I reflect on the journey to bring the remains of the late Senate President home, I am reminded of the pivotal role played by a remarkable leader. Little did I know that my travel plans to London… Continue reading A Tribute to The Prince Who Removed Our Shame

POLITICS

(Full Text) Second Anniversary: Sen. Jarigbe Felicitates Gov. Otu

By Ada Nkong Message of Congratulations on the Second Anniversary in Office of His Excellency, Prince Bassey Edet Otu, the Governor of Cross River State It is with great joy and profound respect that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, the Governor of Cross River State, on the occasion of his second year… Continue reading (Full Text) Second Anniversary: Sen. Jarigbe Felicitates Gov. Otu

POLITICS

Chief Bassey Esin Puts  Smiles on  The Faces of Oruko Youths.

By Ada Nkong Chief Bassey Esin, member Governing Council of Kashere Federal University,Gombe and an APC Stalwart has held an interaction with Youths from Oruko as part of sensitization. Chief Esin on his return from the APC summit in Abuja visited his people in Oruko  town on Monday, 26th, May 2025 in the evening and… Continue reading Chief Bassey Esin Puts  Smiles on  The Faces of Oruko Youths.

Aviation

FG Lifts NAEBI Dynamic Concepts Landing Fee Collection Suspension

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has lifted the temporary suspension on enforcement granted to MESSRS NAEBI DYNAMIC CONCEPTS LTD, consultants for the collection of helicopter landing charges for air navigation services related to helicopter operations by oil companies in the Gulf of Guinea. A  ministerial directive on the above subject states, Messrs Naebi Dynamics… Continue reading FG Lifts NAEBI Dynamic Concepts Landing Fee Collection Suspension

Aviation

Direct Flight Agreement: Nigeria, Venezuela Strengthen Ties  to Mark 60 Years of Diplomatic Relations

By Ada Nkong .......Direct Caracas-Abuja Flights to Launch Nigeria and Venezuela have pledged to expand collaboration between the two oil states beyond the energy sector as part of efforts to further solidify their historic partnership. A statement by Emameh Gabriel special assistant on media research to the Minister says the Venezuelan Ambassador to Nigeria, Alberto… Continue reading Direct Flight Agreement: Nigeria, Venezuela Strengthen Ties  to Mark 60 Years of Diplomatic Relations