Aviation

Akanu Ibiam Reopening: Minister of Aviation Relocates to Enugu_Ada Nkong

The Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika has decided to relocate to the Enugu along with his officials and aides in preparation for reopening of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport.. The airport is to be reopened Sunday 30 th August 2020.A statement by James Odaudi, Director public affairs Ministry of aviation says, the Minister’s relocation… Continue reading Akanu Ibiam Reopening: Minister of Aviation Relocates to Enugu_Ada Nkong

HEALTH

Plateau Still Leading as Nigeria Records 296 More Covid-19 Cases _Ada Nkong

With increased testing fingered as the cause, Plateau has continued to show high numbers for new Covid-19 cases. As 296 more cases were added, the total number of cases confirmed so far is 53317.40726 have been discharged while 1011 have died.

ECONOMY

Adesina Reelected President of AFDB_Ada Nkong

African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina was re-elected for another five-year term following a tumultuous three months that divided shareholders.He received unanimous support, the Abidjan, Ivory Coast-based lender said in an emailed statement Thursday. “As shareholders, we will give him all the necessary support to carry forward and implement his compelling vision for the bank.”… Continue reading Adesina Reelected President of AFDB_Ada Nkong

Transportation

Nigerian Shippers Council Partners NEPC to Improve Exports_Ada Nkong

The Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC) had entered into a partnership with the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) to drive export volume and end the tradition of empty containers leaving Nigeria. The partnership was enhanced when the Executive Secretary (ES) Nigerian Shippers Council Mr. Hassan Bello paid a courtesy visit to the Executive director/CEO the Nigerian… Continue reading Nigerian Shippers Council Partners NEPC to Improve Exports_Ada Nkong

POLITICS · WORLD NEWS

Hurricane Laura Will Cause ” Unsurvivable Storm Surge “_Ada Nkong

Hurricane Laura is expected to cause an "unsurvivable" storm surge, extreme winds and floods as it hits the US, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) says. The category four storm is approaching Texas and Louisiana with maximum sustained wind speeds of 150 miles per hour (240km/h). If it maintains those speeds it would be one of… Continue reading Hurricane Laura Will Cause ” Unsurvivable Storm Surge “_Ada Nkong

SPORTS

Messi Divorce, End of an Era_Raphael Bichene

Messi divorce: End of an era, legal fight at Barcelona Six-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi told Barcelona he wants to leave — on a free transfer — in a “bombshell” fax on Tuesday that is expected to spark a legal battle over a buy-out clause worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Signalling the end… Continue reading Messi Divorce, End of an Era_Raphael Bichene

HEALTH

Covid-19 Cases Drop as NCDC Reports 221 Cases_Ada Nkong

The curve seems to be flattening as 221 new cases of Covid-19 are reported by NCDC. Lagos had just 17 cases compared to the usual high counts. Plateau has 60, FCT 33, Kaduna 26,Rivers 18. All other states had less than ten cases each withBauchi and Kano recording just 1 case each. The total number… Continue reading Covid-19 Cases Drop as NCDC Reports 221 Cases_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

International Francophone Organization Suspends Mali Over Coup_Ada Nkong

The international community increased pressure on the military junta that has seized power in Mali, as the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie suspended the nation from its membership Tuesday.Its leadership agreed the move at an extraordinary session held via videoconference, while adding that it would maintain any cooperation that would help the civilian population and… Continue reading International Francophone Organization Suspends Mali Over Coup_Ada Nkong

OPINION

Fani Kayode Apologizes for Attack on Journalist_Ada Nkong

Following the outrage that has accompanied Femi Kayode's verbal attack on Daily trust correspondent in Calabar ,Eyo Charles who questioned the source of funds for his inspection tour in the state, the former minister has tendered an apology. The Minister who took to his Facebook page to apologise wrote the following. "I met with my… Continue reading Fani Kayode Apologizes for Attack on Journalist_Ada Nkong