By George Ozalla The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has celebrated the 62nd birthday of the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, commending his leadership style and the growing impact of his administration’s ARISE Agenda.The message was conveyed in a congratulatory statement signed by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity […]
NCAA Steps In As Emirates, NJetours Clash Over Visa Cancellations, Refunds
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has intervened in a dispute between Emirates Airlines and NJetours Ltd following complaints linked to visa cancellations and delays in ticket refund payments affecting several passengers.The matter arose after NJetours Ltd raised concerns over visa applications it processed for clients booked on Emirates flights, leaving a […]
Inauguration of National Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) Council Board Members
L-R: Tony Emoekpere, Council Member, National Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6); Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Mr. Muhammed Rudman, National President, IPv6 Council; Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO,NCC; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Dr. Chris Uwaje, National Vice President, IPv6 Council; Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, and […]
2027: Esit Eket Stakeholders Rally Support for Tinubu, Akpabio, Others, Call for Unity and Accountability
By George Ozalla Stakeholders in Esit Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State on Wednesday converged at a town hall meeting where they openly declared support for the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senator Ekong Sampson and Member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Okpolupm Etteh, in what they […]
Omo-Agege Declares for Delta Central Senate, Bids to Return in 2027
By George Ozalla Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has declared his intention to contest the Delta Central Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, signalling his return to the national legislature after four years out of office.In a statement released on Wednesday, […]
Afreximbank Expands AfCFTA Training to Prepare Businesses for Cross-Border Trade
By George Ozalla The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the third edition of its training programme focused on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), as efforts continue to shift Africa’s trade ambitions from policy to real business activity.The programme will be held in Cairo, Egypt, from June 16 to June 18, 2026, drawing […]
FG Moves to Extradite Sylva Over Alleged Coup Plot
By George Ozalla The Federal Government has begun formal steps to extradite former Governor of Bayelsa State, Timipre Sylva, over allegations linking him to a plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.The move is understood to be part of a wider investigation into an alleged coup network that security agencies say was uncovered after months […]
AMAC Traders Elect New Leaders in First Electronic Vote
By Prosper Okoye Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) traders on Tuesday elected new market officials in their first-ever use of electronic voting, marking a shift from the manual system that had long been criticised for irregularities. The poll drew strong participation despite initial resistance to the process. About 502 traders were accredited, while 392 cast […]
Tinubu Removes Edun, Appoints Oyedele
By George Ozalla President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a cabinet shake-up removing Edun as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy and appointing Oyedele as his replacement.According to a statement from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Akume, the directive takes immediate effect, with handover processes expected […]
NAWOJ Celebrates Moji Makanjuola at 70
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has celebrated former president of the association and veteran broadcaster, Moji Makanjuola, as she marks her 70th birthday, describing her as a defining figure in Nigerian journalism and a steadfast advocate for women in the media.According to a press statement signed by the National Chairperson, […]
