By Ada Nkong The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Adudareaffirmed the Nigerian government’s commitment to enhancing military cooperation with the State of Israel during a recent courtesy visit from Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Ship House, Abuja. During their meeting, the two officials discussed… Continue reading Ministry of Defence Moves to Strengthen Military Cooperation With Israel
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NAWOJ, Action Aid Nigeria Restate Commitment towards Effective Actualisation of WVL Project
The National Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Aisha Ibrahim, says NAWOJ is committed to strengthening ties with Action Aid Nigeria on its programmes, especially the Women Voices and Leadership (WVL) programme, which NAWOJ was one of the partners. Hajia Ibrahim who Spoke during a courtesy visit to Action Aid Nigeria at… Continue reading NAWOJ, Action Aid Nigeria Restate Commitment towards Effective Actualisation of WVL Project
Minister of Transportation Commiserates With Families of Gombe Accident Victims
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has consoled families of victims of Gombe State Accident. A statement signed by Alkali Jubril special adviser media and publicity to the Minister says Sen. Alkali received with shock the news of the tragic accident in Billiri town, Gombe state which claimed five (5)… Continue reading Minister of Transportation Commiserates With Families of Gombe Accident Victims
Pope Francis Dies at 88
By Ada Nkong The Vatican has reported the death of Pope Francis after his seeming recovery from a respiratory ailment. He was the first Latin American Pope and has suffered various ailments during his 12 year reign. He died Easter Monday at his residence Casa Santa Marta according to the Vatican. Details later....
Livinus Chibuike Victor Breaks World Record With Marathon Interview
By Ada Nkong A Nigerian journalist in Abuja, Livinus Chibuike Victor has successfully broken the Guinness record of 55 hours interviewing marathon as part of efforts to promote press freedom and is now poised to set a new world record. Recall that the previous longest interviewing marathon was 55 hours and 24 seconds, and was… Continue reading Livinus Chibuike Victor Breaks World Record With Marathon Interview
Jos Attack: Defence Minister Visits Affected Community, Reiterates President’s Commitment to End Violence
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence Muhammad Badaru Abubakar , has visited the community in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State to express condolences to the families affected by recent attacks and to assure them of the federal government’s commitment to preventing future occurrences. A statement signed by Sani Datti for director information… Continue reading Jos Attack: Defence Minister Visits Affected Community, Reiterates President’s Commitment to End Violence
Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Temporarily Closed For Runway Rehabilitation
By Ada Nkong The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the temporary closure of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, for emergency runway repairs. A statement signed by Mrs Obiageri Oprah director public affairs and consumer protection says there is a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical… Continue reading Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Temporarily Closed For Runway Rehabilitation
NERC: Electricity Value Chain and Power Sector Overview
By Bola BakareA regulatory agency in the electricity sector is responsible for overseeing and enforcing laws and regulations specifically within the power industry with duties including but not limited to Licensing and permits to businesses and individuals operating within the regulated industry, Enforcement by conducting inspections, investigations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, Developing… Continue reading NERC: Electricity Value Chain and Power Sector Overview
Future of Africa’s Democracy Lies In Hands of Her Leaders -Conference of Speakers Sec-Gen, Oyewole
Secretary General of the Conference of Speakers and Presidents of African Legislatures (CoSPAL), Amb. 'Dapo Oyewole, has emphasised that African leaders must work together to strengthen democratic governance and make it more people-oriented. Delivering his last speech as a resident Richard von Weizsäcker Fellow at an expert forum organised by the Bertelsmann Foundation in Berlin,… Continue reading Future of Africa’s Democracy Lies In Hands of Her Leaders -Conference of Speakers Sec-Gen, Oyewole
