Security

Nigeria Police Force Launches E-Banking Technology,Mobile App_Ada Nkong

In a bid to demonstrate the commitment of the Force to improving the welfare of its personnel, especially in the area of providing financial services such as retail banking, soft loans and advances, financial advisory etc, the Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni, today 10th March, 2021 launched the Nigeria Police Microfinance… Continue reading Nigeria Police Force Launches E-Banking Technology,Mobile App_Ada Nkong

TRAVELS

FG Approves Temporal Passports for Nigerians in Diaspora _Ada Nkong

The Federal Government has launched a temporal passport for Nigerians outside the country who desire to return home but cannot access their passport. Tbe Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola launched theNigerian Temporary Passport (NTP) at NIS Headquarters, The Temporary Passport is a new genre of Passport that will be issuedat the Nigerian Embassies/High Commissions… Continue reading FG Approves Temporal Passports for Nigerians in Diaspora _Ada Nkong

POLITICS

Eastern Railway Groundbreaking:Reconstruction of Narrow Gauge Temporary Measure- Amaechi _Ada Nkong

The importance of the Eastern railway project to Nigeria's Economic growth has been emphasized. The Minister of transportation ,Rotimi Amaechi who spoke during the ground breaking ceremony of the Eastern rail project in Port Harcourt said outside the narrow guage, funds are being sought for a standard guage eastern railway. "the need for a functional… Continue reading Eastern Railway Groundbreaking:Reconstruction of Narrow Gauge Temporary Measure- Amaechi _Ada Nkong

POLITICS · TRAVELS

Diaspora Remmittance Scheme: Abike Dabiri-Erewa Commends CBN_Ada Nkong

Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has commended the Central Bank Of Nigeria (CBN) on the introduction of "NAIRA 4 DOLLAR SCHEME" for Diaspora Remittances., following its policy of remittance issuance in the currency of remittance According to a statement byAbdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa said that the scheme is a welcome idea as… Continue reading Diaspora Remmittance Scheme: Abike Dabiri-Erewa Commends CBN_Ada Nkong

POLITICS

International Women’s Day: FCT NAWOJ Calls for State of Emergency on Rape,SGBV_Ada Nkong

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists has called on the Federal Government and State government to declare state of Emergency on Rape and other Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV).This is contained in a statement signed by the Chairperson of FCT NAWOJ,Comr.Annah Daniel at a press conference in Abuja to commemorate the International Women's Day.According… Continue reading International Women’s Day: FCT NAWOJ Calls for State of Emergency on Rape,SGBV_Ada Nkong

Transportation

President Buhari to Flag off N 3.2 Bn Eastern Rail Project Tuesday_Ada Nkong

President Buhari will today flag off the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt-Maiduguri rail rehabilitation project. The project according to the MD Nigerian Railway Corporation, Engr. Fidet Okhiria will cost N3.2 VN and work will commence soon. During the February monthly inspection of the Lagos -Ibadan rail which is nearing completion, the Minister of transportation ,Rotimi… Continue reading President Buhari to Flag off N 3.2 Bn Eastern Rail Project Tuesday_Ada Nkong

HUMAN INTEREST

International Women’s Day 2021: Choose to Challenge, A Victor’s Story_Ada Nkong

When I see what some women have to go through on a daily basis, I am filled with indignation. Not because everyone is going to be at the same level in life but because no one should have to be so intimate with suffering. Less you think I speak from a position of advantage, I… Continue reading International Women’s Day 2021: Choose to Challenge, A Victor’s Story_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

Coronavirus: US Senate Passes $ 1.9 tn Relief Plan_Ada Nkong

President Joe Biden speaks about the coronavirus in the State Dinning Room of the White House, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) President Joe Biden's relief bill aimed at helping Americans deal with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic has cleared a major hurdle. The $1.9tn (£1.4tn) plan was approved in the… Continue reading Coronavirus: US Senate Passes $ 1.9 tn Relief Plan_Ada Nkong

HUMAN INTEREST

Jigawa National Assembly Member dies_Ada Nkong

Reports say the member representing Gwaram constituency in Jigawa state, Honorable Yuguda Hassan Killa is dead. He died at the National hospital after a protracted illness at the age of 65. Mr Auwalu Sankara the special assistant, media to Jigawa state Governor made the,announcement Thursday saying Governor Badaru Abubakar condoled with his entire family, constituency… Continue reading Jigawa National Assembly Member dies_Ada Nkong