…guarantee the continued safety, efficiency and global competitiveness of Nigeria's airspace? This is the prism through which the proposal to increase the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency's share of the Ticket Sales Charge from the current 23 per cent to 60 per cent should be examined. Far from being a struggle for i…

…Centre, Abuja, will be held under the theme, “From Local Pharmacy Practice to Global Impact: Managing Complex Political Systems.” Organisers said the week-long event would focus on strengthening collaboration among government, healthcare professionals and development partners to address challenges affecting healthcare…

…the hope that if the party succeeds, they may still be called upon to serve in another capacity, perhaps one with even greater impact than the office they initially sought,” he added. The confirmation followed complaints by some APC members who accused the party of unfairly replacing their names despite what they descr…

…facilitating the workshop, describing it as "an initiative aimed at strengthening the capacity of electoral personnel, sharing best practices and developing practical recommendations to guide officials during elections". She disclosed that ICPC had provided resource persons for the training and thanked participants for…

... Says DR Congo Ebola underscores global risk... Insists, every month of delay leaves world less safeBy Chioma Obinna The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on Monday issued a fresh warning that the world remains dangerously exposed to future disease outbreaks, urging count…

…while preserving the country’s black economic empowerment framework. Starlink, the SpaceX-owned satellite broadband service, has been unable to secure a licence in South Africa because the country’s Electronic Communications Act requires network operators to have at least 30% ownership by historically disadvantaged Sou…

…at ensuring the military has an effective legal framework, improved welfare and the capacity to address contemporary security challenges. The lawmaker expressed optimism that the celebration would deepen public appreciation of the Army’s contributions, promote patriotism and strengthen civil-military relations across t…

…engagement with political leaders as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather pace. The organisations said findings from the advocacy project revealed widespread non-compliance with accessibility standards in public infrastructure, transportation systems and service delivery across the state. Speaking at the…

…determines. The legislation also authorises the central bank to provide training and capacity building to its staff, public institutions, members of the public, and institutions from other jurisdictions. CBK may issue regulations to support these programmes. The law further updates the approval process for CBK deputy g…

…controls in many countries that make it difficult to move money in and out. In 2022, impact investment firm Mercy Corps Ventures (MCV), backed by funding from Ripple, the US‑based blockchain payments company, launched a tokenised savings product in Cameroon with local fintech Ejara that fractionalised government bonds…

…more traumatising when the leader presiding over that collapse demonstrates clear incapacity and a lack of compassion. "The government and people of Oyo State, more than 50 days after the abduction of the schoolchildren without any tangible effort toward their rescue, should rightly feel bitter and abandoned." He added…

…citizens are strongly advised to take advantage of this extension and utilise the full capacity of the aircraft. "The last evacuation flight is expected to arrive South Africa on 10th July. Our Nationals are again, advised to weigh the risks regarding whether to remain or return. "For many still sitting on the fence, s…

…handling of insecurity, accusing the administration of lacking compassion and capacity. Obi said he had publicly appealed twice to the kidnappers to release the children and had also spoken with Governor Makinde twice to express solidarity, describing the incident as “a Nigerian tragedy” rather than an Oyo State proble…

…diseases associated with stagnant floodwaters and poor sanitation. To minimise the impact of the expected flooding, NiMet urged residents and emergency responders to take preventive measures without delay. The agency advised Nigerians to: "Follow weather forecasts and flash flood advisories issued by NiMet; keep drains…

…matter more to you is the testimony of a changed life and the desire to make more impact in God's vineyard, not the title. As humans, we are rarely satisfied with titles; the quest is always there to acquire one after another. What is truly important is your testimony of impact," he said.

China's navy said it successfully conducted a test missile launch in the Pacific Ocean on Monday, after nations in the region warned that Beijing was planning to test an intercontinental ballistic missile. "At 12:01 pm on July 6, a strategic nuclear submarine of China's People's Liberation Army Navy successfully launch…

…commitment to building careers in maritime. Over the course of the programme, early impact was include two participants secured job and academic opportunities before completion, including roles with multinational companies and scholarship placements, Six participants completed the full one-year programme and graduated…

…largest approval came in June 2024, when the World Bank approved a $2.25bn financing package comprising the $1.5bn Nigeria Reforms for Economic Stabilisation to Enable Transformation Development Policy Financing and the $750m Nigeria Accelerating Resource Mobilisation Reforms Programme-for-Results. According to the Wor…

…market conditions would depend largely on developments in the Strait of Hormuz and the pace at which Middle Eastern refineries recover from disruptions caused by the recent conflict. They also noted that stronger summer travel demand and refiners' growing preference to maximise diesel production over jet fuel could gra…

…promises, MSME support schemes, business loans and other social-intervention packages. Yet for most citizens, the measures were either too small, too delayed or too poorly coordinated to make a meaningful difference. In practice, they barely dented mass suffering. Worse still, the distribution architecture often appear…

…but in sustained progress. It is reflected in institutions that steadily improve their capacity to prevent attacks, dismantle criminal networks, rescue victims, prosecute offenders, protect vulnerable communities, and earn the confidence of citizens. It is measured by the ability of government institutions to work toge…

…stuck out a leg to thwart Vinícius Júnior. Haaland had struggled to make a significant impact, but his strength created a glorious opening for Norway before half-time. The striker caused problems for Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos in the Brazil defence before the ball broke kindly for Odegaard, whose effort was well…

…the allegations, described Prince Matthew as an impostor who allegedly secured office space, had government staff assigned to him, operated CBN-registered accounts and conducted official business with agencies including the EFCC and other security institutions despite having no lawful authority. It said the Presidency’…

…would enable the administration’s policies to achieve their intended long-term impact. He also called on elected officials to strengthen engagement with party structures, noting that political office holders emerged through political parties and should maintain close relationships with them. “You cannot be a candidate…

…was contained in a communiqué issued on Saturday at the end of a three-day regional capacity-building workshop held during the week in Lagos under the theme, "Truth at the Ballot: Strengthening Media and Civil Society for Democratic and Peaceful Elections in Nigeria." The workshop was organised by the Fundación para la…