WORLD NEWS

Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral in Pictures_Ada Nkong. Source BBC

The Queen was laid to rest today in a state funeral attended by Heads of countries,prime ministers from across the world, friends family and royalty. Below are pictures from the ceremonies that marked the funeral.

WORLD NEWS

Britain Bids Queen Elizabeth Emotional Farewell _Ada Ogar

Britain is bidding farewell to Queen Elizabeth II with a majestic funeral steeped in tradition and a send-off reflective of the broad popularity she managed to retain over her remarkable seven-decade reign. Prince George and Princess Charlotte walk in Royal funeral procession Thousands of people have flocked to Westminster Abbey and streets along the 25-mile… Continue reading Britain Bids Queen Elizabeth Emotional Farewell _Ada Ogar

Transportation

FG Mass Transit Scheme Scheme Long Overdue-NURTW_Ada Nkong

The leadership of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has expressed support for the Federal Ministry of Transportation proposed mass transit scheme that will make available new vehicles for commercial drivers in the country. In a statement by Mr Eric Ojiekwe, director press and public relations ministry of transportation ,National President of the… Continue reading FG Mass Transit Scheme Scheme Long Overdue-NURTW_Ada Nkong

OIL AND GAS

Niger Delta Surveillance Job: Urhobo and Isoko Will Stand on Our Own- Niger-Delta Challengers _Ada Nkong

Engr Princess Tina Onojeghuo Coordinator Niger Delta Challengers Engr Tina onojeghuo the coordinator of the Niger Delta Challengers has said 80 percent of the oil and gas fields in Delta State belongs to the Urhobos and Isokos In a statement made available to our correspondent, Engr. Onojeghuo expressed satisfaction with the work done by the… Continue reading Niger Delta Surveillance Job: Urhobo and Isoko Will Stand on Our Own- Niger-Delta Challengers _Ada Nkong

Transportation

Minister of Transportation Underscores Economic Potentials of Inland Waterways _Ada Nkong

The Minister of Transportation, Mu’azu Jaji Sambo, has described the nations Inland Waterways as cash cows long overdue for harnessing, as it abounds with economic potentials capable of revolutionizing the country's Gross Domestic Product. A statement signed by Mr Eric Ojiekwe says the Minister made this known Friday in Abuja at the inauguration of the… Continue reading Minister of Transportation Underscores Economic Potentials of Inland Waterways _Ada Nkong

TRAVELS

Nigerians Illegally in UAE: NIDCOM Cautions Against Blackmail _Ada Nkong

The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) Hon. (Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa has advised Nigerians who illegally travelled to the UAE and are stranded there not to make an already bad case worse by resorting to media blackmail. A statement signed by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, NIDCOM Head media public relations and protocol unit says she was responding… Continue reading Nigerians Illegally in UAE: NIDCOM Cautions Against Blackmail _Ada Nkong

POLITICS

Senator Jarigbe Agom One Year in Office: Performance Audit_Ada Nkong

In an era where people elected to public office to serve the people have turned round in some instances to be the albatross of their people,it is surprising and intriguing to see the accolades being poured on Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe as he marks one year in office as the Senator representing the good people… Continue reading Senator Jarigbe Agom One Year in Office: Performance Audit_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

Williams and Harry Unite for the Queen_Ada Nkong

Two brothers reunited in grief! Royal-watchers have been relieved to see the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex standing side-by-side once more as they mourn the death of their beloved grandmother. It's been a turbulent two years since Harry and Meghan stepped back as working members of the royal family, with the rift… Continue reading Williams and Harry Unite for the Queen_Ada Nkong

POLITICS

New Dawn Peace Advocacy and Leadership Development Initiative Advocates Youth Responsiveness _ Victoria Bichene

Nigerian youths have been urged to be more responsive as agents of change in Nigeria. The founder, New Dawn Peace Advocacy and Leadership Development Initiative, Mr Hamzat Adeboye made the call during the launch of the non governmental organization Tuesday,in Abuja. According to Adeboye, the aim of the NGO is to support and compliment government… Continue reading New Dawn Peace Advocacy and Leadership Development Initiative Advocates Youth Responsiveness _ Victoria Bichene