…says transportation is the gateway to a nation’s economy By Ada Nkong The Federal Government says it is ready to collaborate with the Kaduna state government on the construction of light rail projects to ease transportation . The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali disclosed this while receiving a delegation led by the governor… Continue reading Kaduna State to Enjoy Federal Government Collaboration on Light Rail Development
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Weather Forecast : NiMet Tasks Journalists On Prompt, Professional Reportage
By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Meteorological agency NiMet has tasked journalists on timely and efficient reportage of climate and weather advisories.The director general NiMet, Prof Charles Anosike gave the charge Tuesday at a media dialogue in Abuja. The media dialogue with the theme 'Weather and Climate Reporting for Safety of Lives' organized by NiMet in… Continue reading Weather Forecast : NiMet Tasks Journalists On Prompt, Professional Reportage
FG Partners With UNODC To Strengthen Response To Mineral Terrorism
By Ada Nkong The Federal Government and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) are partnering to strengthen Nigeria’s response to criminal and terrorist finance related to minerals. A statement signed by Mr Segun Tomori, Special Assistant Media and Publicity says officials of the UN agency Consulting the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr.… Continue reading FG Partners With UNODC To Strengthen Response To Mineral Terrorism
BAGASOO Confirms Exponential Increase of West Africa Air Safety Records
By Ada Nkong The Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Organisation (BAGASOO), says the safety profile of aviation safety among member States has improved exponentially. Recall that BAGASOO, comprises Cabo Verde, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone. Since its establishment in 2009. BAGASOO's support with the implementation of international safety… Continue reading BAGASOO Confirms Exponential Increase of West Africa Air Safety Records
World Day of the Seafarer 2025: Capt. Caleb Danladi Calls for Harassment Free Maritime Industry
By Ada Nkong As the world marks the International Day of the Seafarer 2025, Maritime Advocate and Master Seafarer Captain Caleb Danladi has called for an end to workplace harassment in the Maritime industry. In a statement made available to Newsannex, Captain Danladi called on stakeholders in the sector to take firm action against harassment… Continue reading World Day of the Seafarer 2025: Capt. Caleb Danladi Calls for Harassment Free Maritime Industry
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
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
IMO Council Election Bid: Oyetola Canvasses Island Nation’s Vote
By Ada Nkong Nigeria's Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola CON (left) and Saint Kitts and Nevis’ Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, Dr. Joyelle Clarke, when both Ministers met on the sidelines of the recently concluded 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France. As the… Continue reading IMO Council Election Bid: Oyetola Canvasses Island Nation’s Vote
NSIB Strengthens Regional Strategic Ties, Visits AskyAirlines Togo
By Ada Nkong Captain Alex Badeh Jr., Director General of the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), visited Mr. Esayas Woldemariam Hailu, Chief Executive Officer of Asky Airlines, in Lomé, Togo . The high-level engagement marked a significant step in fostering regional cooperation and mutual alignment on aviation safety, investigative transparency, and technical training. In a… Continue reading NSIB Strengthens Regional Strategic Ties, Visits AskyAirlines Togo
