THE weekend’s fire outbreak at the popular pharmaceutical market at the Bridge Head in the commercial city of Onitsha, has jolted many traders in the over 50 markets in the area as it reminded them of the unfortunate era of frequent fire disasters in Onitsha during the Yuletide season. In the past, fire outbreak was a regular occurrence in Onitsha, especially during the end of year festive periods when the traders had left for their various villages only for their shops to be reduced to heaps of rubble in their absence.

The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dakuku Peterside said that the inability of local investors to raise funds for equity participation has stalled the establishment of a national fleet and licensing of private national carriers.

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, is set to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on measures to curb electronic banking frauds through mobile phones and the internet.

Former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry has advised motorists in Nigeria to stay alive by not driving after drinking.

England  have lined up a Wembley friendly against  Nigeria  as part of their World Cup preparations.