The Federal Government of Nigeria initiated commercial train services on the Port Harcourt-Aba railway line on Tuesday. This development aims to cater to the growing needs of the general public and facilitate seamless connectivity between the southern and northeastern parts of the country.The inauguration ceremony took place at the Railway Station in Port Harcourt, where…
The Ogun State Government has issued a flood alert in a proactive move to mitigate the potential impact of the upcoming rainy season, urging residents living in wetland areas to relocate to safer grounds before the rains commence fully. According to forecasts from the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA),…
NDLEA Charged Uwaezuoke Ikenna Christian and Agbo Chidike Prince, two infamous drug kingpins into court, have been handed life imprisonment sentences, marking the culmination of their extensive involvement in cocaine trafficking. Uwaezuoke’s criminal journey began with his initial arrest in March 2022 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, where he was caught with…
The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has announced that he received a directive from President Tinubu for the prompt design of the Sokoto-Badagry Coastal Highway. This directive marks a pivotal step towards realizing the ambitious coastal road project, which is poised to transform transportation networks across the country. Speaking after his inspection of Section…
In a recent meeting with Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands, President Tinubu of Nigeria emphasized the significant potential of Nigeria’s high-grade lithium deposits in driving the global transition towards clean energy. The President highlighted the immense opportunity for collaboration, particularly in the solid minerals sector, where Nigeria boasts abundant lithium resources poised to…
The American International School of Abuja (AISA) has transferred a substantial sum of $760,910.84 to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), following a petition lodged by the commission. This transfer is part of an ongoing investigation into allegations surrounding the payment of school fees for five children of the former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya…
Despite Dana Air’s suspension of operations in July 2022, concerns raised by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) remain unaddressed, casting doubt on the airline’s commitment to safety. The regulatory body had indefinitely suspended Dana Air’s Air Transport Licence and Air Operator Certificate following a comprehensive financial and economic health assessment, citing the airline’s failure…
Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje receives the unwavering backing of the 37 chairmen of the APC during their recent visit to the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, where they reaffirmed their steadfast backing for the APC national chairman. Through a unanimous vote of confidence, they made their unwavering support clear, demonstrating solidarity in the face of recent…
The Lagos Zonal Command of the EFCC has begun probing 11 individuals suspected of involvement in oil theft, alongside one vessel named MT SAISNIL II. This investigation comes as a result of the Nigerian Navy’s interception and subsequent handover of the vessel and suspects to the EFCC. The Nigerian Navy’s actions were prompted by allegations…
In a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended three key members of an organized criminal network involved in the illicit drug trade spanning multiple countries. This operation comes on the heels of the seizure of the largest-ever consignment of heroin at the Murtala Muhammed…
