On Tuesday, 11th March 2025, I joined my colleagues, led by the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Nigeria-China Relations, Hon. Jaafaru Yakubu, to attend the unveiling of the Nigeria-China Sustainable Business, Bilateral Trade, and Investment Summit. This event marks a significant step towards advancing a legislative agenda focused on improving the ease […]
“Nigeria Pursues Enhanced Diagnostic Services at Ongoing 3-Day Summit”
By: George Ozalla The Nigerian government is geared towards accelerating coordinated, standardized, and harmonized diagnostic services across all levels of the healthcare system in the country, including primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare systems. The Minister of State for Health, Dr. Izia, made this known at the first National Summit on Diagnostics, which kicked off in […]
“New Commissioner of Police Appointed for Kano State”
By: Newscount The Police Service Commission has approved the appointment of CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, as the new Commissioner of Police for Kano State. This development follows the promotion of former CP Salman Garba Dogo to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police. CP Bakori, who hails from Katsina State, was until his […]
Nigeria’s Correctional Service Set for Major Overhaul as Public Hearing Continues”
By: George Ozalla Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has stressed the need for urgent reforms in the country’s correctional service, emphasizing that the treatment of vulnerable members of society signals the government’s effectiveness. Speaking at the public hearing of the Independent Investigation Panel, the Minister highlighted key areas requiring reform, including reducing correctional […]
“Nigeria Boosts Export Prospects with Cowpea and Sesame Seed Value Chain Study”
By: Newscount Nigeria has taken a significant step towards enhancing its export capacity, particularly for cowpea and sesame seeds. The Director General/Chief Executive of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke, recently witnessed the submission of the final draft of the Baseline Study on Nigeria’s Cowpea and Sesame Seed Value Chains. This […]
“Comptroller Adelaja Advocates Stronger Collaboration Between Customs and DSS”
By: Newscount In a bid to strengthen national security and combat cross-border crimes, Comptroller Joseph Adelaja of the Oyo/Osun Area Command has called for enhanced intelligence sharing and inter-agency collaboration between the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Department of State Security (DSS). During a courtesy visit to the DSS Headquarters in Ibadan, Oyo State, […]
Dubem Onyia, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Passes Away at 73
By: Newscount Dubem Onyia, a highly respected politician and seasoned administrator, has died at the age of 73. According to sources close to the late minister, Onyia passed away on Monday. Onyia had a distinguished career in politics and public service, serving as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration. […]
Press StatementFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
House of Representatives, National AssemblyOffice of the House Spokesman House of Representatives Secures Commitment of 7 Oil Companies to Settle $37.4m Owed to Federation Account Before August Consequent upon the ongoing investigation by the Public Accounts Committee of the House of Representatives, seven major operators in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry have undertaken to remit […]
“Adamawa/Taraba Customs Command Urges Oil & Gas Marketers to Join Fight Against Smuggling”
“ By: Newscount The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adamawa/Taraba Customs Area Command, has called on oil and gas marketers to collaborate in the fight against smuggling, stressing that illegal activities in the sector seriously threaten the nation’s economy. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, 5 March 2025, at the Customs House in Yola, the […]
Welcome Remarks By Prince (Engr.) Arthur Eze OFR At The Grand Reception For The South East Development Commission
*Culled from Dr Mark Okoye ll’s FB page For those requesting for more context of the event convened by Prince Engr. Arthur Eze, OFR,… below is the manuscript of his welcome remarks at the event. (Protocol) It is with great pleasure I welcome you to this grand reception for the Governing Board and Management of […]
