Security

Defence Minister Commends Nigeria, China Bilateral Relations

By Ada Nkong …Says it is profound and has endured over the years Minister of Defence,  Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has commended the bilateral relations between Nigeria and China pointing out that it is profound and enduring relationship that has grown significantly over the years with both nation's working together to pursue common interests in addressing… Continue reading Defence Minister Commends Nigeria, China Bilateral Relations

OPINION

Non- Compliance with Mr President’s Directives on Handover at BPP: Bad Precedence Persists As Transparency Group Kicks

By Ada Nkong … insists a pool officer from Ministry of Justice can't manage procurement matters …as a matter of urgency, AGF, SGF, HoCSF should Wade into this matter A transparency group, Transparency and Anti-Corruption Campaign in Africa (TRACA), has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately correct an abnormality caused by the immediate past… Continue reading Non- Compliance with Mr President’s Directives on Handover at BPP: Bad Precedence Persists As Transparency Group Kicks

LEGISLATURE

Senator Manu hails former Taraba Gov, ISHAKU @ 70

By Ada Nkong The Senator representing Taraba Central, Haruna Manu has hailed his former boss, former Governor of Taraba State, Darius Ishaku as he clocks 70. In a congratulatory message he personally signed the former Taraba Deputy Governor, described Ishaku as a true Democrat and a perfect gentle man. He said: " My Excellency, I… Continue reading Senator Manu hails former Taraba Gov, ISHAKU @ 70

ENTERTAINMENT & LIFE STYLE

Onyeka Onwenu Dies at 72

By Ada Nkong One love crooner and famous Nigerian Singer Onyeka Onwenu is dead. Reports say she slumped and was confirmed dead at a hospital after performing at the birthday party of Stella Okoli owner of Emzor pharmaceuticals at Banana Island in Lagos. Onyeka was famous for her song one love and other beautiful songs… Continue reading Onyeka Onwenu Dies at 72

POLITICS

(Video): Investigating NAPTIP’s Efficacy on Emergency Response Systems for victims of gender -based violence in the FCT

By Adora Ransome-Chesa Drug abuse has become a serious problem in our society. Lots of young persons have had their future thwarted as a result of drug addiction. Gender based violence is also fueled by Drug abuse. https://youtu.be/kuUr4zYq0rY?si=JMiiBva87V8t6mCK â…žIn this report,Adaora nvestigates  illicit activities, by underaged youths, encouraged by drug merchants and   peer pressure… Continue reading (Video): Investigating NAPTIP’s Efficacy on Emergency Response Systems for victims of gender -based violence in the FCT

Security

BADARU Urges Organisers to Shelve Planned Protest

Ada Nkong …says Mr. President will do more to meet the needs of Nigerians. The Minister of Defence,. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar,  has called on the organizers of the proposed protest to shelve the idea and come to a roundtable and dialogue with Federal Government as Tinubu's reforms have started yielding fruitfull results . In a… Continue reading BADARU Urges Organisers to Shelve Planned Protest

Aviation

NCAA Grounds Arik Aircraft Over Legal Issues

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Civil aviation authority has confirmed the grounding of Arik Air over legal issues. On the 19th day of July, 2024, the enforcement department of the FCT High Court enforced an Order made by the Court regarding a debt of $2.5 million owed by Arik Airline to one Atlas Petroleum International… Continue reading NCAA Grounds Arik Aircraft Over Legal Issues

Aviation

Breaking News: FG Bows to Pressure  Suspends Planned Increase in Navigational Charges

By Ada Nkong In response to the directive from the Honorable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo,  the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has suspended its earlier announced increase in navigational charges. A statement by Mr Abdullah Musa director public affairs says this decision follows the Minister’s recognition of the current economic challenges… Continue reading Breaking News: FG Bows to Pressure  Suspends Planned Increase in Navigational Charges

EDUCATION

(Video,Photos) FGGC Bwari 2024 Graduation: Stakeholders Emphasize Importance of Girl Child Education

By Ada Nkong Girl child education has been identified as a tool to end early child marriage, domestic abuse and poverty.The director senior secondary education Hajia Binta Abdulkadir made the assertion during the 2024 speech and prize giving day of the college. The event which saw  395 students ( 154 Science students, 132 Art students… Continue reading (Video,Photos) FGGC Bwari 2024 Graduation: Stakeholders Emphasize Importance of Girl Child Education