SPORTS

Morocco Edges Nigeria 4-2 on Penalties to Reach AFCON 2025 Final

By Ada Nkong Hosts Morocco survived a tense night in Rabat to edge past Nigeria 4-2 on penalties and reach the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after normal and extra time ended in a goalless draw. Youssef En-Nesyri calmly struck the winning spot-kick into the bottom-left corner after goalkeeper Yassine Bounou had… Continue reading Morocco Edges Nigeria 4-2 on Penalties to Reach AFCON 2025 Final

Security

Ministry of Defence Debunks Claims it Denied Channels TV Access to Armed Forces Celebration Event

By Ada Nkong The Ministry of Defence says it did not deny Channels Television Reporter access to an event which was part of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day. A statement by Iheoma-Hart Queen says concerning media coverage of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day symposium/lecture series held today at the National Defence College,… Continue reading Ministry of Defence Debunks Claims it Denied Channels TV Access to Armed Forces Celebration Event

Aviation

NiMet Urges Caution as Dust Haze Anticipated in Northern and Central states.

By Ada Nkong Nigeria Meteorological Agency NiMet has predicted thick dust haze with visibility of less than or equal to 1 km in the north and central parts of Nigeria while in the southern region, moderate dust haze is expected on Sunday Jan 11 2026.An advisory made available to our correspondent says Lagos and other… Continue reading NiMet Urges Caution as Dust Haze Anticipated in Northern and Central states.

Security

FG Strengthens Bond With  Families of Fallen Heroes , Retired and Serving Personnel Via Funfare

By Ada Nkong As part of the activities to  mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration, the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Defence, has organized a Humanitarian Family and Community Day programme for the families of serving, retired and fallen Officers in the three Services of the Nigerian Military. A statement… Continue reading FG Strengthens Bond With  Families of Fallen Heroes , Retired and Serving Personnel Via Funfare

Security

2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Kicks Off With Jum’at Prayers

By Ada Nkong The Ministry of Defence has announced the commencement of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Celebration with Jum'at Prayers. A statement by Iheoma-Hart Queneeth, Chief Information Officer says the celebration kicked off Friday, 9 January 2026, with Special Juma'at prayers at the National Mosque, Abuja, Central mosques in the 36 states, and all… Continue reading 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Kicks Off With Jum’at Prayers

AGRICULTURE

ARCN, Police Collaborate to Strengthen Security

By Ada Nkong IN A BID TO STRENGTHEN THE EXISTING RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SECURITY AGENCIES AND THE AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL OF NIGERIA, THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF THE COUNCIL, DR. ABUBAKAR ADAMU DABBAN PLAYED HOST TO THE DIVISIONAL POLICE OFFICER (DPO), WUYE DIVISION, CSP MARY USMAN IN HIS OFFICE IN ABUJA. A STATEMENT SIGNED BY SPOKESPERSON OF… Continue reading ARCN, Police Collaborate to Strengthen Security

OPINION

The Goliath in the ICU: Nigeria’s Fragile Sovereignty

By Prof.Bekeh Ukelina Imagine a once-powerful giant, a Goliath capable of winning any battle. Now, imagine that same giant so infirm that he cannot lift a finger to swat a fly. This is the tragic story of Nigeria. Once the self-styled "Giant of Africa," our nation now sits in the IntensiveCare Unit: sick, helpless, and… Continue reading The Goliath in the ICU: Nigeria’s Fragile Sovereignty

Transportation

From Congestion to Global Influence: Review of NPA’s Historic 2025 Maritime Transformation

By Ada Nkong The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is currently riding a wave of unprecedented growth, making 2025 as a year of transformation for the country’s maritime sector. Since his appointment in July 2024, the Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has revitalized the agency, turning Nigeria’s ports into models or hubs of efficiency that bolster… Continue reading From Congestion to Global Influence: Review of NPA’s Historic 2025 Maritime Transformation

Transportation

Minister of Transportation Condemns Borno Bombing

By Ada Nkong Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa'id  Alkali has condemned the bombing at Al Adum Jummuat mosque, located in the Gamboru market area of Maiduguri, which took place on Wednesday 24th December,  2025. In a statement by  Umar Alkali Jibril, Special Assistant Media and Publicity, the Minister  described the incident as barbaric and inhumane also… Continue reading Minister of Transportation Condemns Borno Bombing