Crime · Environment

ICCW Wildlife and Forest Crime Analytic ToolKit: FG Sets Up Special Task Force

By Comfort Ntaji The Federal government has set up a special wildlife recovery taskforce to implement the report of the wildlife and forest Crime analytic toolkit. The Minister of environment Balarabe Lawal who was represented by Director planning research and statistics of the ministry Mr Stanley Jonah made this known during the launch of the… Continue reading ICCW Wildlife and Forest Crime Analytic ToolKit: FG Sets Up Special Task Force

OPINION

Prioritize Governance or Resign ,HURIWA Tells Zamfara Governor

By Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has reacted to the recent accusations made by Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, against the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle. Governor Lawal had accused his predecessor of sponsoring bandits during an interview on TVC, suggesting that Matawalle should resign to clear… Continue reading Prioritize Governance or Resign ,HURIWA Tells Zamfara Governor

Transportation

FG Test Runs  LNG Retrofitted Locomotive, to Save 60% Diesel Cost

By Ada Nkong The Minister of transportation Sa'id Alkali says retrofitting of locomotives to run on 70% LNG could cut cost by as much as 60%.The Minister noted this while on a testrun of the first retrofitted train on Africa from Idu in Abuja to Rigasa in Kaduna.The Minister who boarded from Idu station and… Continue reading FG Test Runs  LNG Retrofitted Locomotive, to Save 60% Diesel Cost

ECONOMY

Deep Seabed Mining: NIMASA to Collaborate With Relevant MDAs to Expand Maritime Resources

By Ada Nkong Nigeria's deep sea exploratory mining activities have commenced in both national and international waters with many developed countries and Pacific countries in support of these activities.  The Director General Nigerian Maritime and safety administration and safety agency (NIMASA) Dr Dayo Mabereola made this known during the stake holders sensitization workshop on deep-sea… Continue reading Deep Seabed Mining: NIMASA to Collaborate With Relevant MDAs to Expand Maritime Resources

OPINION

  Matawalle ,  Chief of  Defence Staff Commended for Commitment to Fight Against Insecurity

By Abdul-Jabbar Abubakar Maradun(General) The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle ,has been leading the charge against bandits in Nigeria, particularly in the Northwest region. His unwavering commitment to taking the war to the bandits' enclaves has yielded significant results, with numerous notorious leaders and fighters neutralized. This achievement is a testament… Continue reading   Matawalle ,  Chief of  Defence Staff Commended for Commitment to Fight Against Insecurity

Aviation

Capt. Chris Najomo @ 65: Encomiums  as NCAA Management, Staff Fetes AG. DGCA

By Ada Nkong The corporate headquarters Abuja of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) was a beehive of activities as the Authority's management and staff staged a surprise birthday party in honor of the Ag. Director General, Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Ona Najomo who turned 65 on Tuesday 17th September 2024. The management and staff… Continue reading Capt. Chris Najomo @ 65: Encomiums  as NCAA Management, Staff Fetes AG. DGCA

Security

Matawalle’s Working Visit to Sokoto Yielding Positive Results

By Malam Idris Nasir In a major victory for security in Northwest Nigeria, the Nigerian military has successfully neutralized one of the most dangerous bandit kingpins, Halilu Buzu Sububu, marking a significant achievement in the ongoing fight against banditry in the region. This success comes shortly after the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello… Continue reading Matawalle’s Working Visit to Sokoto Yielding Positive Results

CAMPAIGNS

Ogoja State Creation: I will Leave Nothing to Chance- Godwin Offiono

By Ada Nkong The member representing Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency Hon. Godwin Offiono has reaffirmed his commitment to the struggle for the creation of Ogoja state. Hon Offiono who was represented by his senior legislative aide Hon. Dan Ugbama made the assertion during a parley with members of Ogoja State Forum in Abuja. He said as… Continue reading Ogoja State Creation: I will Leave Nothing to Chance- Godwin Offiono

OPINION

Fuel Price Increase: Cross River Teacher Writes Governor for Intervention

By Mike Udam (Ph D) REQUEST FOR SPECIAL TRANSPORT ALLOWANCE FOR TEACHERS IN CROSS RIVER STATE Dear Senator Prince Bassey Otu, I hope you are doing well. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue faced by teachers in Cross River State, particularly regarding transportation challenges that significantly impact our ability to… Continue reading Fuel Price Increase: Cross River Teacher Writes Governor for Intervention