By Collins Yakubu-HammerThe National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), says it is set to reposition the body for greater height and maximum impact. The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) of NAPPS, Dr Said Mijinyawa stated this at a media conference on Wednesday in Abuja. He was supported by
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Shettima, governors, others meet for NEC in Abuja
By Salisu Sani-idris Vice President Kashim Shettima and members of the National Economic Council are meeting at the presidential villa, Abuja for their monthly programme. The meeting is chaired by Shettima and attended by state governors, ministers in charge of the finance budget, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria
Nigerians deserve positive change for better Nigeria —– APC UK
By Adekunle Williams The All Progressives Congress (APC) United Kingdom Chapter says it will work with the present administration in ensuring Nigerians enjoy a positive change in line with the President Bola Tinubu’s vison for a better Nigeria. The APC UK Publicity Secretary, who is also the Coordinator, Renewed Hope
Condolences for Commission for Gender Equality Commissioner
Thursday, November 23, 2023 Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, has joined the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) in mourning the passing of Commissioner Lindiwe Octavia Ntuli-Tloubatla . The Commissioner passed away on Monday following a long illness . Ntuli-Tloubatla joined CGE
NNPC has fuel to last till 2024
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd.(NNPCL) says it has made a robust plan for the supply of petroleum products sufficient to last beyond the ember months and the new year festivities. The NNPCL said the supply of petroleum products, especially the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), known as petrol, would last
We’ve robust PMS supply to last beyond yuletide – Kyari
By Emmanuella Anokam The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPC Ltd. ) says it has made a robust plan for the supply of petroleum products sufficient to last beyond the ember months and the new year festivities. The NNPC Ltd. said the supply of petroleum products, especially the Premium Motor
Authority promises technical support for CNG provision
By Yusuf Yunus In a bid to accelerate development of alternative energy sources, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has expressed its commitment to providing technical support for the provision of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in the country. Mr Ahmed Farouk, Chief Executive Officer of the authority,
DWS works to finalise Catchment Management Agencies
The Department of Water and Sanitation is in the process of finalising the establishment of the Catchment Management Agencies (CMAs) . The establishment of CMAs is in line with the provisions of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No . 36 of 1998) (NWA) and the National Water Policy for
Russian schoolboy gets 6 years in prison for arson
A 17-year-old schoolboy in Russia was sentenced to six-years in a prison camp on Thursday for attempted arson attacks against military facilities. The court in Saint Petersburg found him guilty of “attempted terrorism” for throwing Molotov cocktails at the buildings of two district defense offices a few months ago in
Minister seeks review of laws governing information agencies
By Naomi Sharang To enhance effective service delivery, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mr Mohammed Idris, has called for the review of laws governing the operations of agencies under the ministry. Mohammed stated this call in Abuja during an interactive session with members of the Senate Committee on
128 players for BSL Squash Open in Abuja
By Victor Okoye No fewer than 128 players are set to slug it out for honours in the BSL Abuja Squash competition scheduled to take place between Nov. 27 and Dec. 2. Boye Oyerinde, President, Nigeria Squash Federation (NSF) told newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja. He said that the week-long
Kubayi orders improved services in Nelson Mandela Bay informal settlements
Human Settlements Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has given the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan a directive to provide informal settlement dwellers with adequate human rights services, including water and sanitation — in compliance with norms and standards — within seven days . Kubayi gave the directive during an outreach programme, which saw
Minister pledges support for Nigerian Automotive Industry Development Plan
By Rukayat Moisemhe The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite, has pledged support for the initiative aimed at fostering the Nigerian Automotive Industry Development Plan (NAIDP 2023) implementation to deepen the automotive industry. Uzoka-Anite said this virtually on Wednesday at the National Automotive Design and Development Council
UK expert advises Nigerian directors on roles during turbulent times
By Abigael Joshua Nigerian Chartered Institute of Directors (IoD) members have been told to play strategic roles to save the country from economic turbulence and uncertainties. In his paper at the 2023 dinner of IoD, British leadership development expert Dr Alim Abubakre said directors need to first grab the turbulence
Boost for British Auto Industry: Nissan to Produce Electric Qashqai and Juke Models in Sunderland
Strategic Move by Nissan Nissan is poised to make a significant announcement, revealing plans to manufacture new electric versions of its popular Qashqai and Juke models in Sunderland. After extensive negotiations with the Government, the Japanese car manufacturer is set to confirm this strategic decision, offering a boost to the
Tour operators say rising cost of living affecting patronage
By Taiye Olayemi Tour operators say the crave for leisure and recreation by Nigerians is fast diminishing owing to rising cost of living. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria , the operators also expressed concern about poor patronage owing to the development. Nigerians, globally recognised as fun
ECOWAS: Tinubu calls for regional integration
By Maureen Okon President Bola Tinubu has called for sustained and effective regional integration amongst the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Tinubu made the call on Wednesday at the 2nd Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament 2023 in Abuja. Tinubu, who was represented by Deputy President of the
Finnish Government Takes Drastic Steps in Response to Russia’s Alleged Migrant Push
Finnish Border Closures Amid Migrant Surge: Government Takes Drastic Steps Prime Minister Petteri Orpo announced today that Finland will close all but its northernmost crossing point with Russia due to a significant increase in migrants. Since August, around 700 asylum seekers have entered Finland without a visa, prompting the closure
Governor Urges Calm: No Signs of Terrorism in Border Bridge Tragedy
Tragedy on the Border: Car Crash at US-Canada Bridge Shocking Incident: Car Crash and Explosion On Wednesday morning, a car crashed into the median on the US-Canada border bridge, resulting in a fiery explosion that claimed two lives. The incident occurred as the vehicle crossed from Canada to the US
Rainbow Bridge Blast: Vehicle Explosion Stirs Fears of Terrorism and Highlights Border Security Concerns
Vehicle Explosion at U.S.-Canada Border A Vehicle Explodes on Rainbow Bridge On Wednesday, a vehicle exploded on Rainbow Bridge at Niagara Falls, causing a massive explosion at a toll checkpoint. The explosion killed the vehicle’s two occupants and injured a law enforcement official. The FBI Terrorism Task Force is investigating
Thanksgiving Travel Chaos: Attempted Terror Attack Closes Border Crossings, Disrupting Plans
Thanksgiving travel chaos ensues as a record number of Americans embark on journeys, utilizing various modes of transportation, leading to disruptions nationwide. Border crossing closures, flight delays, and heightened security concerns mark the holiday season’s onset. Border Crossing Closure and Security Measures: In the wake of an ‘attempted terror attack’
Truce Deal Progress: Netanyahu Reassures Families, Mossad Gears Up for Hostage Release
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu provides assurance to families of kidnapped Israelis, pledging to rescue all hostages held by Hamas. This commitment follows the truce deal and Netanyahu’s vow to “obliterate” the Iran-backed terror group in the aftermath of the October 7 attacks. Netanyahu’s Address to Hostage Families: Netanyahu addresses
Explosion on Rainbow Bridge: Attempted Terror Attack at Niagara Falls Toll Checkpoint
An unsettling event unfolded today as an attempted terror attack struck Rainbow Bridge at Niagara Falls, resulting in a car explosion that claimed the lives of the vehicle’s two occupants. Law enforcement sources, as reported by Fox News, suggest the intention was a more significant attack with potential casualties. The
HPV: Lagos achieves 40% vaccine coverage
By Oluwafunke Ishola The Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) says it has administered Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to 40 per cent of targeted girls in Lagos. The Permanent Secretary of LSPHCB, Dr Ibrahim Mustafa, spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos on Wednesday. Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Investing in road infrastructure to boost economic activities in FCT – Wike
By Philip Yatai Mr Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) says FCT Administration’s investment in road infrastructure will boost economic activities in the capital city, Abuja. Wike stated this during an inspection tour of ongoing road construction projects in the capital city on Wednesday. The minister inspected
Abia FADAMA NG-CARES distributes farm inputs to beneficiaries
By Leonard Okachie The Abia FADAMA, through the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) programme, has distributed various farm inputs to beneficiaries in the state. The inputs, including knapsack sprayers, bags of fertilisers, cassava stems, herbicides, birds, feeds, vaccines and others, were distributed to no fewer than 100
FG inaugurates policy documents to reduce suicide, mental health prevalence
By Justina Auta The Federal Government on Wednesday inaugurated two policy documents and a National Mental Health Technical Working Group to reduce prevalence of suicide and mental health conditions in the country. Prof. Ali Pate, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, inaugurated the documents during a ministerial round table
Stakeholders want philanthropists to contribute to NTDs fight
By Justina Auta Stakeholders have called on philanthropists to contribute funds toward the elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) to enable the country to meet the 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target. The stakeholders made the call at a meeting for local resourcing for the elimination of NTDs in
CNG: FG assures enabling environment for business investment, gas availability
By Yusuf Yunus Mrs Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President Bola Tinubu on Energy, has restated the Federal Government’s commitment to creating an enabling business environment to drive the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) project in Nigeria. Verheijen, represented by a financia literacy expert, Mrs Eriye Onagoruwa, gave the assurance
Insecurity: FG to collaborate with China on intelligence, technology transfer
By Deborah Coker The Federal Government has pledged to collaborate with the Chinese Government on technology transfer, intelligence sharing and military training in its quest to tackle insecurity in Nigeria. The Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammad Badaru, made the pledge when he received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Cui
Constituency projects: CODE, El-Rufai partner to deepen citizens’ engagement, promote accountability
By Angela Atabo The Connected Development (CODE) and Mohammed Bello-El-Rufai are collaborating toward promoting transparency, accountability and to deepen citizens’ engagement in constituency projects. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Bello-El-Rufai is a Member, Federal House of Representatives, representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency. Both parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding
FCTA demolishes ‘panteka’ market at Apo-Dutse
By Philip Yatai The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has demolished a popular ‘panteka’ (scavengers) market at Apo-Dutse, Abuja, and cleared surrounding shanties in the area. Speaking to journalists after the exercise in Abuja on Wednesday, Mr Mukhtar Galadima, the Director, Development Control, FCTA, said the demolition was the second
Terror Attempt at Niagara Falls Border: Car Explodes at Rainbow Bridge Toll Checkpoint
Attempted Terror Attack Shuts Down Niagara Falls Border Crossing Explosion at Rainbow Bridge Toll Checkpoint An attempted terror attack unfolded today at the iconic Rainbow Bridge at Niagara Falls, resulting in a car explosion that claimed the lives of two occupants. Law enforcement sources, cited by Fox News, reveal that
NOC to strategise for 2024 Olympics, holds AGM Dec. 13
By Emmanuel Afonne The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) says it will strategise for the country’s 2024 events, especially the Olympics at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) slated for Dec. 13. The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of NOC, Tony Nezianya, said in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. Nezianya added that
ECOWAS parliamentary group calls for end to sanctions on Niger Rep.
By Maureen Okon Some members of the ECOWAS Parliament on Wednesday called on the Heads of States of the regional body to end the sanctions on Niger Republic, imposed after a military coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that nine members of the parliament
2023 CLPA: Policy cohesion imperative for implementation of AfCFTA agreements, others
Some policy experts and stakeholders on Wednesday during one of the plenaries at the 2023 Conference on Land Policy in Africa (CLPA), holding in Addis Ababa. By Kamal Tayo Oropo Some policy experts and stakeholders have called for policy cohesion across Africa for successful implementation of multilateral policy decisions. They
We’II work with FG, no more strike – Petroleum tanker drivers
By Emmanuella Anokam The Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) has restated the association’s resolve to negotiate with the Federal Government on issues instead of embarking on strike. Mr Lucky Osesua, the National Chairman of PTD, gave the assurance at a news briefing on Wednesday on the crisis rocking the association through
FRC Chairman proposes formula for sub-national debt sustainability
By Bushrah Yusuf-Badmus The Executive Chairman, Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), Mr Victor Muruako, has called for the implementation of the 22-point Fiscal Sustainability Plan (FSP) and the SFTAS Delivery-Linked Indicators (DLIs). Muruako, while making the call on Wednesday in Ilorin at a workshop on Fiscal Responsibility and Debt Sustainability, said
Electrification agency inaugurates energy management control centre
By Constance Athekame The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) on Wednesday inaugurated an Energy Management System (EMS) Control Centre to host all mini-grids in the country to boost electricity access to Nigerians. The project which reaffirms the Federal Government’s commitment towards increasing energy access to un-served and underserved areas nationwide was
Sen. Akpoti-Uduaghan urges electoral reforms
By Naomi Sharang The Senator representing Kogi Central, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP-Kogi) has called for electoral reforms to make elections more credible in the country. Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Chairperson, Senate Committee on Local Content said this while briefing newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday. The lawmaker while recalling her battle and subsequent
ICRC strengthens capacity of journalists to address pre-hospital injuries
By Franca Ofili The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on Wednesday in Abuja trained journalists on first aid, with the aim of strengthening their capacity to address pre-hospital injuries. The Communication Coordinator of ICRC, Mr Qusai Alazroni, said that the training was necessary to enable them save lives,
EU’s Erasmus+ programme begins, 800 scholarships awarded since 2014
By Angela Atabo The European Union (EU) has announced the awarding of postgraduate scholarships to more than 800 young Nigerians since 2014, marking a significant milestone and commitment to skills development and educational collaboration with Nigeria. In a statement released by Ms. Samuela Isopi, the EU’s Ambassador to Nigeria and
Africa must harness benefits of big data for sustainable development – NBS
By Okeoghene Akubuike The Statistician-General of the Federation, Prince Adeyemi Adeniran, says Africa must harness the benefits of big data to achieve sustainable development. Adeniran said this at a Public Lecture to mark the 2023 African Statistics Day celebration in Abuja on Wednesday. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that
Stakeholders collaborate on new agriculture extension policy
By Bukola Adewumi Stakeholders in the agricultural value chain convened in Abuja to discuss the new Federal Government policy on agricultural extension services. The summit aimed to chart the way forward and develop strategies for enhancing extension service delivery in Nigeria. The Executive Director of Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN),
NGO educates IDPs children on tree planting benefits
By Jacinta Nwachukwu The Future of Nigeria Youth Initiative, an NGO, has taken its campaign of planting one million trees to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp in Durumi, Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Mrs Noni Okocha, Chief Executive of the Initiative said during the campaign in Abuja, that the project