By Chikaodi Chukwuleta The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Anambra State Council, has called for urgent action and justice over the alleged killing of Master Noel Chinedu Okechukwu, the only son of a former Secretary of the Council, Comrade Rex Peters Okechukwu, describing the development as deeply troubling and painful for the journalism community in the […]
By George Ozalla The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) on Thursday celebrated the 2026 International Women’s Day with a high level gathering of policymakers, financial experts, entrepreneurs and development partners in Abuja, urging stronger institutional support and improved access to finance for women-led enterprises across the country.The event, held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, brought […]
By George Ozalla The Senate Committee on Capital Market and Institutions on Thursday held an extensive session at the National Assembly to examine developments surrounding BGL Group and the lingering concerns over investors’ funds tied to the troubled investment firm.The meeting, chaired by Senator Osita Izunaso the Committee Chairman, brought together key stakeholders in the […]
By George Ozalla The African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD) has launched a new phase of intervention aimed at securing the freedom and reintegration of girls affected by the now-abolished child marriage practice known locally as “Money Woman” in the Becheve community of Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State.The engagement, […]
By George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has celebrated Nigerian women as the world marks the 2026 International Women’s Day, urging stakeholders across the digital ecosystem to intensify efforts toward bridging the gender gap in access to information and communication technologies.The Commission stressed the need for stronger collaboration among government institutions, private sector operators, […]
By George Ozalla The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has called on Nigerians to remain committed to unity, national service and shared responsibility in building a peaceful and prosperous country.Adeniyi made the call during Ramadan Iftar gatherings hosted by the Service in Abuja as part of activities marking the Muslim […]
By George Ozalla Nigeria has formally signed the hosting agreement for the 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair, positioning Lagos as the venue for one of Africa’s largest trade and investment gatherings aimed at expanding commerce across the continent.The agreement was signed in Lagos on March 9 between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the African Export-Import […]
By George Ozalla The Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa Rtd., has urged media organisations across the country to exercise professionalism and responsibility in their reportage, warning against the dissemination of terrorist propaganda capable of demoralizing troops and giving undue publicity to criminal groups.The minister made the call while addressing journalists after a strategic meeting […]
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted an Air Operator Certificate to Enugu Air, paving the way for the state-backed airline to commence scheduled commercial flight operations within Nigeria’s domestic aviation sector.The certificate was presented in Abuja by the Director-General of Civil Aviation, Captain Chris Najomo, who described the development as […]
By George Ozalla The House of Representatives on Tuesday resumed its weekly plenary after a three-week adjournment, formally continuing its legislative activities for the 2026 calendar year.The session, presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, PhD, GCON, opened with a formal communication from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu transmitting the 2026 Statutory Budget of […]
