Bayelsa buys two aircraft for commercial flights
The Bayelsa State Government has purchased two new aircraft to enhance air transport and improve connectivity between the state and other parts of Nigeria. The move is part of Governor Douye Diri’s plan to develop the state’s economy through improved infrastructure and investment in aviation. According to reports, the aircraft will operate commercial flights from […]
Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport Receives NCAA Approval
The Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport has received full operational approval from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). This development marks a major milestone for Ekiti State as it positions itself to boost agricultural exports and regional trade. The approval allows the airport to begin full commercial operations, including the handling of both passenger and […]
Oshiomhole Slams PENGASSAN For Escalating Dangote Refinery Dispute
Former APC national chairman and senator, Adams Oshiomhole, has criticized the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) over its handling of issues surrounding the Dangote Refinery. He accused the union of escalating matters rather than seeking dialogue to resolve disputes. Oshiomhole stressed that the refinery is a critical national asset and […]
$25 Bilion Nigeria-Morocco Gas Project Company Officially Established
Nigeria and Morocco have officially launched a joint company to drive the ambitious $25 billion gas pipeline project, a landmark deal that aims to strengthen energy cooperation between the two nations. The company will oversee construction and management of the pipeline, which is expected to link Nigeria’s gas reserves to Morocco and Europe. According to […]
Nigeria now has second-highest number of poor people globally – Former statistician-general of the National Bureau of Statistics Yemi Kale
Former Statistician-General of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Yemi Kale, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s worsening poverty rate. He revealed that the country now ranks as the second-highest in the world with the largest number of poor people. Kale said this reflects the urgent need for stronger policies that address unemployment, inflation, and slow […]
Atiku Abubakar Visits Professor Pantami
Former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar (GCON), the PDP presidential candidate of 2023, paid a friendly visit to Professor Isa Pantami at his residence in Abuja. The visit, which took place last night, focused on discussions about the economy, education, national unity, and governance. Professor Pantami expressed gratitude for the visit, thanking Atiku for taking […]
Mutfwang gets special invitation to join Tinubu on state visit to Brazil
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his official state visit to Brazil after receiving a special invitation from the president. Unlike the recent trip to Japan where he was not part of the official delegation, Mutfwang was among the top government officials who welcomed the president in Brazil […]
Oseloka, Peter Obi’s Son Responds To Critics (Video)
Oseloka Obi, the son of Labour Party’s presidential candidate Peter Obi, has spoken about the online stories linking his private life to politics. He called them “distractions” from Nigeria’s real problems. He said some people have been sharing his personal photos and old stories, then twisting them to mislead the public. According to him, there […]
Senate backs Tinubu’s $21.5bn external borrowing plan, approves multiple loan, bond requests
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s borrowing plan for 2025 and 2026. This plan includes taking loans from foreign sources to support government spending and development. The loan request includes $21.5 billion, €2.2 billion, and 15 billion Japanese Yen. In addition to these loans, Nigeria will receive a grant of €65 million. The […]
Steps are being taken to stabilise governance and revive the economy of Rivers – Fubara
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has promised that his government is working hard to bring stability to leadership and improve the state’s economy, even though there are still political problems and financial difficulties. During the Eid-al-Adha festival, Fubara, through his Chief Press Secretary Nelson Chukwudi, encouraged Muslims in Rivers State and beyond to remember […]