Arik Air resumes services to Asaba
Arik Air on Thursday announced the resumption of flight services to Asaba Airport in Delta. Arik Air Chief Executive Officer, Capt. Roy Ilegbodu, said in a statement in Lagos that starting from Dec. 18, the airline would be operating daily flights from Lagos to Asaba. Ilegbodu said that the resumption of flights to Asaba was […]
Magu commends German Embassy’s support to EFCC
The acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has lauded the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Lagos for continuously building on its existing relationship with the Commission. He stated this on Thursday, while receiving 50 pieces of seats donated by the German Embassy to the Commission’s office […]
FG to establish community museums to boost tourism ― Minister
Emmanuel Elebeke As part of efforts to ensure that local communities benefit from tourism, the Federal Government has announced plans to establish the community museums to boost tourism. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, announced the plan on Thursday at the ongoing 4th World UNWTO/UNESCO World Conference on Tourism and Culture in […]
P&ID Scam: AGF didn’t sign controversial gas supply contract ― Witness
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri – Abuja Trial of former Director, Legal Services of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Mrs Grace Taiga, resumed before an Abuja High Court sitting at Apo on Thursday, with a witness, Umar Babangida, revealing that the office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), neither signed nor approved the controversial gas […]
We’ll continue to fight corruption at all level – ICPC
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, has reinstated it commitment to fighting corruption across every part of Nigeria.
NCRIB urges FG to insure railway projects
The Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) on Thursday urged the Federal Government to ensure that the huge investment in the railway system was protected through insurance.
DR Congo’s Ebola death toll hits 2,209
The death toll from the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has climbed to 2,209, the African Union said on Thursday. The AU said the figure represented the situation as of December 8. The country had registered an additional 59 new human causalities from the 2,150 deaths that were reported on […]
Vitol signs 10 years deal to acquire 500,000 tonnes of Nigeria’s LNG
Dutch energy and commodity trading company, Vitol, Thursday, signed a 10-year deal with Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas, NLNG, to purchase 500,000 tonnes of LNG per year.
‘ We received 805 election appeals across the country – Bulkachuwa
The President of Court of Appeal, Justice Zainab Adamu Bulkachuwa, on Thursday said the court received 805 election petitions on the general elections.
Abia CP confirms killing of fruit vendor in Umuahia
The Abia police command has confirmed the death of one Miss Kasarachi Okwuonu, a fruit vendor, who was reportedly hit by a “stray bullet” during a crossfire between the police and alleged armed bandits at Apumiri, the headquarters of Umuahia south council area.
IG approves suspension of Edo APC Rally
ABUJA-THE Inspector – General of Police, IGP, Mohammed Adamu has approved the suspension of the planned rally by a faction of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Edo State to forestall any breakdown of law and order.
FG commends Nigerian Breweries, reiterates support for private sector
The Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Otunba Niyi Adebayo has commended Nigerian Breweries for its contributions to the Nigerian economy in its over 70 years of operations in the country and reiterated government support for industry and the private sector as the engine of growth for the economy.
Senate: Anti-corruption group seeks Kalu’s resignation
ABUJA-AN anti-corruption group,Global Centre for Conscious Living Against Corruption,GLOCCOLAC, has called on the Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Uzo Kalu, to resign his position following his conviction by the court.
NCRIB urges FG to insure railway projects
The Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) on Thursday urged the Federal Government to ensure that the huge investment in the railway system was protected through insurance. The President of NCRIB, Dr. Bola Onigbogi, gave the advice at the December edition of the Council’s Members Evening hosted by Africa Alliance Plc. Onigbogi said this […]
Osinbajo, Ibe Kachikwu, Ahmad Isah others for Nation Builder’s Award 2019
In recognition of their valuable contributions towards national growth and development, about 20 distinguished personalities that include Nigeria’s Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, Ahmad Isah, Ibe Kachikwu among others and organizations will be honoured with merit award at the 2nd Edition of the Nation Builders Achievers Awards (NBAA). The event will take place at the NAF Conference Centre and Suites in Abuja on December 16, 2019.
IGP approves suspension of Edo APC Rally
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru – Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Mohammed Adamu has approved the suspension of the planned rally by a faction of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Edo State to forestall any breakdown of law and order. The Deputy Governor of the state, Comrade Philip Shaibu disclosed this after meeting with the […]
