How private jet landed on Asaba road after aborted approach – NSIB
According to the report, "There were seven occupants on board, comprising four crew members and three passengers, and no injuries were recorded.”
NIS scraps third-party visa service
By Nkiruka Nnorom The Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, has disengaged its third-party visa application service provider in the United States, directing all travellers seeking Nigerian visas to now submit applications directly at the country’s Embassy and Consulates. The Service, in a statement, yesterday, by its Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, said the decision takes effect […]
Police arrest 21 suspects over alleged cybercrime, fraud cases
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Nigeria Police Force says it has arrested 21 suspects in connection with separate cybercrime investigations, including an alleged fraud involving the manipulation of MTN Nigeria’s billing system. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Okonko Iniedu, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, outlining recent operations by the Nigeria Police […]
Flood claims life of commercial motorcyclist in Delta
By Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha, Asaba ASABA — A commercial motorcyclist has died after he was swept away by floodwaters in Agbor, headquarters of Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State. The incident occurred on Wednesday night around Imudia Street following a torrential rainfall that lasted from about 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. […]
FG deepens global partnerships to modernise aviation sector
By Dickson Omobola Federal Government has restated its commitment to modernising Nigeria’s aviation sector through the acquisition of newer, safer and more fuel-efficient aircraft, while deepening collaboration among aircraft manufacturers, financiers, lessors and Nigerian airlines. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, reiterated this commitment while leading a delegation of indigenous airline operators […]
Kalu urges journalists to promote balanced reporting, national development
By Gift Chapi Odekina, Abuja ABUJA — Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, has called on Nigerian journalists to embrace balanced reporting by highlighting the country’s achievements while continuing to hold government accountable. Speaking on Thursday during the inauguration of the newly elected executive of the House of Representatives Press Corps […]
