By NEWSCOUNT Sports Aquafina, the premium bottled water brand from the stable of Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC), has announced its support for the fifth edition of Cycling Lagos, scheduled to hold on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The partnership will see Aquafina provide hydration support for cyclists and other participants […]
By George Ozalla Kogi East Senatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Ameh, has condemned the reported attack and obstruction of the convoy of the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Benue State, describing the incident as ridiculous and unacceptable. Ameh, in a statement condemning the incident, stated that the reported roadblock and […]
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has pledged its commitment to a safe and environmentally responsible transition from firefighting foams containing per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to fluorine free alternatives at Nigerian airports. The Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, made the commitment on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, when the […]
By George Ozalla The Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Identity and National Population, Senator Victor Umeh, has described the death of the Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf, as a major setback to Nigeria’s preparations for the long-awaited national population census. Umeh spoke on Monday when he led members […]
By George Ozalla Prominent political figures, family members, friends and associates assembled in Ubima, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, on Saturday, September 5, 2026, for the burial of Dame Mary Orduah Amaechi, mother of former Rivers State Governor and former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi. The funeral began with a Mass […]
By George Ozalla Young Nigerian innovators have demonstrated their ability to develop practical solutions to some of the country’s pressing challenges, with technology solutions designed to improve digital access for persons with disabilities emerging as major highlights of the fourth Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Hackathon Live Show 2026. SORA emerged winner of the two day […]
By Bamidele Adeleye Environmental advocates, waste managers, recycling practitioners and private sector operators have called for stronger policy enforcement, increased investment, long term financing, improved infrastructure and greater use of technology to unlock Nigeria’s recycling potential and turn its growing waste stream into economic value. The call was made at the fifth Cycling Lagos Webinar […]
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has confirmed the appointment of one Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs and five Assistant Comptrollers-General of Customs following the statutory retirement of some senior officers in the Service. The decisions were taken at the Board’s 65th Regular Meeting held on September 2, 2026 and chaired by the […]
By George Ozalla The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has called for stronger efforts to close gaps in market access, trade finance and regulatory information as part of measures to sustain the growth of trade among African countries. Executive Vice-President, Intra-African Trade and Export Development at Afreximbank, Kanayo Awani, made the call while highlighting the growth […]
By George Ozalla The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has received the Times Heroes Award for his contributions to public service and national development. Adeniyi received the award on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the THISDAY Dome in Abuja during activities marking the centenary celebration of the Daily Times newspaper. The […]
