ECONOMY

Marine and Blue Economy Ministry  Adopts Performance  Management System.

By Ada Nkong The Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy  has embraced the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021-2025 (FCSSIP 25) with the inauguration of the Core Performance Management Team (PMS) for the new Ministry. A statement signed by Mr Mohammed Zakari, Head, Press, and Public Relations Department says he Permanent Secretary,  Oloruntola… Continue reading Marine and Blue Economy Ministry  Adopts Performance  Management System.

Transportation

Ports Concessioning :Marine And  Blue Economy Ministry Partners ICRC, BPE on Effective PPP Models 

By Ada Nkong The Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy as part of efforts to restructure, transform and improve efficiency within the nations ports has indicated resolve to partner with the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) and the Bureau of Public Enterprise (BPE) in identifying world best practices and also identifying the appropriate Public and… Continue reading Ports Concessioning :Marine And  Blue Economy Ministry Partners ICRC, BPE on Effective PPP Models 

ELECTIONS · Transportation

BASA Direct Flights: Nigeria, Brazil in Talks

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo , has commenced high-level discussions with the Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Garcete, to activate the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) and initiate direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. A statement signed by Mr Tunde Moshood, special assistant communications to the minister says… Continue reading BASA Direct Flights: Nigeria, Brazil in Talks

Transportation

Unbundling Rail Sector: Governors Indicate Interest

The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has disclosed that a lot of governors are  investing in the rail sector, from Lagos to Plateau, and even that of Kaduna, he noted that they have all indicated their interest in expanding railways in their states. The Minister made this known Friday while on an inspection… Continue reading Unbundling Rail Sector: Governors Indicate Interest

Transportation

World Maritime Day 2024: Adegboyega Reaffirms Nigeria:s Commitment to Maritime Safety.

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola has reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to join the rest of the world in promoting the critical importance of maritime safety for seafarers, infrastructure, and the environment in line with the campaign by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to attain a robust and sustainable development… Continue reading World Maritime Day 2024: Adegboyega Reaffirms Nigeria:s Commitment to Maritime Safety.

Transportation

Transportation Minister Advocates Reconstruction of Federal Roads in North Eastern States.

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has appealed for the total reconstruction of the Gombe- Dukku- Darazo and Gombe - Bajoga - Nafada- Potiskum roads which are currently in deplorable condition. A statement signed by Umar Jubril special assistant media to the minister says Sen. Ahmed Alkali made the appeal… Continue reading Transportation Minister Advocates Reconstruction of Federal Roads in North Eastern States.

ECONOMY

Service Delivery Through Trust Funds

By Bola BakareIn today's fast-paced world, effective service delivery is crucial for governments to meet the evolving needs of their citizens. To bridge the gap between resources and requirements, trust funds have emerged as a vital tool for collaborative governance. By pooling resources and expertise, trust funds can enhance service delivery, foster transparency, and ensure… Continue reading Service Delivery Through Trust Funds

Aviation

AAAU SIGNS MOU WITH ECOLE NATIONALE DE I’AVIATION CIVILE (ENAC)

By Ada Nkong  The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU) in Abuja has signed  a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ecole Nationale de l'Aviation Civile (ENAC) in Toulouse, France on Monday 23rd September 2024. A statement made available by the institution says  the delegation from AAAU, led by the Registrar, Mustapha Sheikh Abdullahi, proposed a strategic… Continue reading AAAU SIGNS MOU WITH ECOLE NATIONALE DE I’AVIATION CIVILE (ENAC)

Transportation

FG Test Runs  LNG Retrofitted Locomotive, to Save 60% Diesel Cost

By Ada Nkong The Minister of transportation Sa'id Alkali says retrofitting of locomotives to run on 70% LNG could cut cost by as much as 60%.The Minister noted this while on a testrun of the first retrofitted train on Africa from Idu in Abuja to Rigasa in Kaduna.The Minister who boarded from Idu station and… Continue reading FG Test Runs  LNG Retrofitted Locomotive, to Save 60% Diesel Cost