Security

Fight Against Insecurity: BON Commends Armed  Forces

By Ada Nkong The Broadcasting Organization of Nigeria (BON) has praised the efforts of the Minister of Defence for the victories recorded in the fight against insecurity in Nigeria. This is a culmination of victories being recorded by the Armed Forces of Nigeria over insecurity. A statement by Mr Henshaw Ogubike director information and public… Continue reading Fight Against Insecurity: BON Commends Armed  Forces

Security

Matawalle Accusations: Bello Turji Says Only Support is Divine

Bala Haruna Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has asserted that his group's actions are divinely sanctioned, rejecting claims that the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, is backing his operations. Turji's declaration comes in the midst of a public dispute between Matawalle and his successor, Governor Dauda Lawal, regarding accusations of supporting terrorism in… Continue reading Matawalle Accusations: Bello Turji Says Only Support is Divine

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

POLITICS

Ogoja Local Government Council Elections: Look Beyond Posters, Demand Needs Based  Manifestos -Amb. Hart Modey

By Ada Nkong Amb. Hart Modey As the preparation for local government council elections in Ogoja gains momentum, the electorate has been urged to scrutinise candidates and choose credible persons that can drive change. In a conversation with our correspondents, Amb. Hart Modey a politician and ambassador for Peace stressed the need for the candidates… Continue reading Ogoja Local Government Council Elections: Look Beyond Posters, Demand Needs Based  Manifestos -Amb. Hart Modey

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

POLITICS

Badaru Casts Vote  in Jigawa Local Government  Elections, Commends Peaceful Process

By Ada Nkong Nigeria's Minister of Defence,  Mohammed Badaru Abubakar , has cast his vote in the Jigawa State local government council elections at his Babura Kofar Arewa polling unit. A statement signed by Mr Henshaw Ogubike director information and public relations of the ministry says accompanied by APC chieftains, family members, supporters, and well-wishers,… Continue reading Badaru Casts Vote  in Jigawa Local Government  Elections, Commends Peaceful Process

Security

Permanent Secretary of Defence Inaugurates PMS, ECM Core Teams

By Ada Nkong …Says MOD has the infrastructure to make both systems work effectively The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana has inaugurated the Project Steering Committee and Project Implementation Technical Team for the Performance Management System (PMS) and the Enterprise Content Management of the Ministry of Defence with a charge on… Continue reading Permanent Secretary of Defence Inaugurates PMS, ECM Core Teams

Security

Badaru Urges Graduates of  Army War College to  Uphold National  Security

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar , has urged the graduating students of Army War College Course 8/2024 to uphold national security in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu . A statement signed by Mr Hebshaw Ogubike director information and public relations says the Minister made the… Continue reading Badaru Urges Graduates of  Army War College to  Uphold National  Security

Environment

Renewable Energy: Women Can Now Access Credit- Minister Budget and National Planning

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Budget and National Planning  Senator Abubakar Bagudu has emphasized the importance of supporting women entrepreneurs in staying competitive, especially as they face challenges with energy costs. The Minister  who spoke at a roundtable on renewable energy organized by Heinrich Boell Stiftung Nigeria said it became necessary to enable the… Continue reading Renewable Energy: Women Can Now Access Credit- Minister Budget and National Planning