APPOINTMENTS

Stakeholders Appeal for Auctioneers Act Assent as CIAN Inaugurates Franklin Ajayi Led Exco

By Francisca Ogar The Certified Institute of Auctioneers Nigeria,CIAN, Abuja Chapter, has inaugurated a new EXCO for auctioneers in the Federal Capital Territory. The newly inaugurated Chairman of CIAN, Ajayi Franklin,speaking during his inaugural address,in Abuja, described the occasion as “a new beginning in the history of the institute,” and pledged to take the chapter… Continue reading Stakeholders Appeal for Auctioneers Act Assent as CIAN Inaugurates Franklin Ajayi Led Exco

OPINION

Northern Cross River Group Advocates Release of Female Ex-Corp Member’s Discharge Certificate

By Ada Nkong Following a public lamentation of Miss Rita Ushie an indigene of Cross River State , who complained on her social media handle about the insufficiency of the then 33,000 naira allowance paid to Corp members ,  eliciting mixed reactions and a backlash from NYSC' officials about her not receiving her discharge certificate… Continue reading Northern Cross River Group Advocates Release of Female Ex-Corp Member’s Discharge Certificate

APPOINTMENTS

NAWOJ Zone D congratulates 3 members on joining NUJ NEC

By Ada Nkong Chizoba Ogbeche  VP Zone D … Says zone has highest number of female officers The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Vice President, Zone D, (North Central), Mrs Chizoba Ogbeche, has expressed confidence in three members of the zone: Comrade Tongnaan Bawa, who was elected as National Auditor of the Nigeria Union… Continue reading NAWOJ Zone D congratulates 3 members on joining NUJ NEC

Aviation

Ibom Air Vs Comfort Emmason: Ibom Air to Drop Criminal Complaints ( Full Statement)

BREAKING PRESS STATEMENT: DECISION TO WITHDRAW CRIMINAL COMPLAINT AGAINST MS. COMFORT EMMANSON AND TO ADDRESS RELATED MATTERS In the last 48 hours, I have been in consultation with critical stakeholders in the Aviation Sector and those involved in the unfortunate incidents regarding the unruly behaviours of certain individuals at our airports of recent. Though regrettable,… Continue reading Ibom Air Vs Comfort Emmason: Ibom Air to Drop Criminal Complaints ( Full Statement)

Aviation

Agriculture: NiMet Boss Stresses Need for Accurate,Timely Climate Information

By Ada Nkong In a bid to boost agriculture by leveraging on technology, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) have entered into a strategic partnership to drive climate-resilient agriculture across Nigeria. The MoU signed Monday at the NiMet headquarters in Abuja will see both organizations work together to develop… Continue reading Agriculture: NiMet Boss Stresses Need for Accurate,Timely Climate Information

OBITUARY

NACRISS Mourns Staff Adviser: Late Prof. Ibiang Oden Ewa

By DC Enamhe There are places where the air grows thick, where time stands still and history breathes in hushed tones. Akim Ekpe or Mgbe Hall is one such place. Even in daylight, its presence unsettles, for before it stands the sacred Osama Mgbe tree, gnarled and towering, its roots sunk deep into earth and… Continue reading NACRISS Mourns Staff Adviser: Late Prof. Ibiang Oden Ewa

Aviation

Ibom Air Clears Air on Passenger Incident 

By Ada Nkong Ibom Air says the attitude of a passenger, Ms. Comfort Emmanson,on Sunday, August 10, 2025, on board their Uyo–Lagos flight posed a serious threat to the safety of their crew, passengers, and aircraft. A statement signed by the airline narrates that   shortly before take-off from Uyo, Ms. Emmanson was instructed in line… Continue reading Ibom Air Clears Air on Passenger Incident 

ENTERTAINMENT & LIFE STYLE

Encomiums as Edgerley Old Girls Felicitate Pst. Ruth Nwabueze @50

By Ada Nkong Edgerley Class of 93 and the celebrant Pastor Ruth Nwabueze has been described as a disciplinarian,a church builder, a mother to many and a pioneer who helped establish the Redeemed Christian Church of God in Mpape. Abuja. Friends and family as well as Edgerley Old Girls Unity Chapter, turned out enmasse to… Continue reading Encomiums as Edgerley Old Girls Felicitate Pst. Ruth Nwabueze @50