…He added that the 180-kilometre Section Five in Akwa Ibom was also progressing despite mobilisation funds yet to be released. Umahi equally gave updates on the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway, describing it as the actualisation of a vision conceived more than five decades ago. He said the project would reduce travel time…
…boats along the Lau–Karim Lamido and Ibi–Wukari axes to enhance emergency response and mobility, desilting of blocked drainages and culverts covering about 40,000 linear metres across several local government areas, installation of transformers in parts of Jalingo, payment of NECO external examination fees for students…
Nigeria’s economic managers, captains of industry, development partners and business leaders on Thursday converged on Lagos to chart a roadmap for translating the country’s improving macroeconomic stability into inclusive economic growth, with strong calls for sustained reforms, greater private sector investment and st…
Fashion industry leaders have said Africa is not short of creative talent but needs greater access to world-class training, infrastructure and commercial opportunities to build globally competitive fashion businesses. They spoke on the graduation of the first cohort of the Fashion Incubator Scholarship Programme at the…
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Coleman Technical Industries Limited, George Onafowokan, has called for increased investment in technology and stronger collaboration across the oil and gas value chain to boost innovation, improve efficiency and strengthen Nigeria’s manufacturing capacity. According to …
The Nigerian Bar Association has said its 2026 national officers and General Council of the Bar elections will proceed as scheduled on Saturday, July 18, despite the arrest and subsequent release of the managing director of its election service provider by the Department of State Services. The association announced the…
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Navy has thwarted an attempted act of crude oil theft targeting critical oil infrastructure in Bonny, Rivers State, reinforcing its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s strategic oil and gas assets under Operation Delta Sentinel. Director of Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho,…
Members of the Yoruba Lawyers Forum, Egbe Amofin Oodua, have called for the postponement of the Nigerian Bar Association’s national election by a minimum of seven days, saying that the extension would give room for proper voter sensitisation and ensure a more credible electoral process. Chairman of the Governing Counci…
…Atuonwu Victor Chibuzor for Financial Secretary, Zaliha Ibrahim Imam for Treasurer, and Obiageli Uchenna Charles for Ex-Officio II. Ahead of the emergence of the new executive committee, Olaolu urged members to continue to uphold the values of the Cooperative and support the incoming leadership. He also advised the inc…
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a man, Amos Paul, for allegedly burning the private part of his 10-year-old daughter with a hot pressing iron as punishment for bedwetting. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday. Jimoh said the sus…
The Kwara State Judicial Service Commission has dismissed two court registrars and demoted a magistrate over cases of gross misconduct and negligence, declaring that corruption and the compromise of judicial processes will not be tolerated in the state’s judiciary. The resolutions were reached at the commission’s meeti…
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has raised the alarm over the movement of illicit arms from conflict-ridden parts of Northern Nigeria to the South-West, warning that the trend poses a growing security threat. Disu disclosed this on Thursday during a visit by the Director-General of the National Centre for …
Margaret Obi thrilled social media users after a video of her dancing at a Lagos event began circulating onlineThe former Anambra First Lady was filmed swaying to Earth, Wind & Fire's Let's Groove alongside friends at the eventNigerians flooded the comments with praise, comparing Margaret Obi to Michelle Obama and call…
Cross River has launched a weeklong awareness campaign aimed at combating preeclampsia and reducing maternal and neonatal deaths across communities in the state. The campaign, organised by the Cross River State chapter of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON) is themed, “Preeclampsia: The Unfores…
…significant progress in information and communications technology through expanding mobile connectivity and digital innovation, substantial challenges remained. He said, “Africa has made significant progress in the ICT sector over the years. Mobile connectivity has grown. Digital innovation is expanding rapidly, and go…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has unveiled a biometric facial recognition system, known as V-Pass, which it says will allow passengers travelling through domestic airports to verify their identities without presenting physical identification documents. The authority announced the initiative in a post on its…
The Cross River State Government has paid five months’ salary arrears owed to workers of the Obudu Ranch Resort, weeks after employees staged a peaceful protest over the non-payment of their wages. The payment was confirmed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Obudu Ranch Resort, …
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…growth by combining its regional expertise with Uber's global platform. "Uber's global mobility and delivery platform and our shared commitment to innovation make this the right partnership to build on Delivery Hero's strengths in local food delivery and quick commerce," À-stberg said.Uber Chief Executive Officer Dara…
The Bayelsa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has criticised Governor Douye Diri’s proposed N100bn, 25,000-capacity stadium project, urging his administration to prioritise job creation, food security and poverty reduction. In a statement issued on Thursday by its Publicity Secretary, Ikaebimo Mark, the opp…
The Bayelsa State Government on Thursday unveiled experienced football coach, Abdul Maikaba, as the new Technical Adviser of Bayelsa United, charging him to guide the club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League next season following its relegation. The unveiling was performed by the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa Stat…
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, on Thursday urged the Nigerian Army to treat the wave of killings in Plateau and other troubled parts of the country as a threat to Nigeria’s sovereignty rather than a routine peacekeeping assignment. Mutfwang made the call while receiving the outgoing General Officer Commanding …
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…that a search conducted on the victim did not reveal any form of identification or a mobile phone that could assist in tracing his identity or relatives. “A search conducted on him did not reveal any means of identification or a mobile phone that could assist in tracing his identity or relatives,” the police said. The…
…be interpreted as joining the APC, maintaining that he remains fully committed to the Obidient Movement. “That doesn’t mean I’m in APC. I’m still 101% Obidient. Tinubu’s family are my family. I love Tinubu, but I told them we’re still going to win them. This is politics without hate,” he added. The businessman also dis…