Tag: Nigeria
NCC Board Commends Telecom Industry’s Infrastructure Expansion, Reaffirms Commitment to Digital Economy Growth
NCC Governing Board members during the 109th Board Meeting discussing telecommunications infrastructure and digital economy development.
INEC Assures Nigerians of 2027 Election Preparations Despite Ongoing Court Cases
INEC holds consultative meeting with political parties in Abuja, urging compliance with electoral laws ahead of 2027 general elections.
NEMA Deploys Emergency Response Team After Train Incident in Delta State
NEMA deploys an emergency response team following a passenger train incident along the Itakpe-Warri rail corridor in Delta State.
Organized Labour to Begin Renegotiation of National Minimum Wage in July 2026
Geneva, Switzerland — The Organized Labour movement in Nigeria, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), has announced plans to commence negotiations for a new National Minimum Wage in July 2026. The announcement was made during a joint press conference held on the sidelines of the 114th International Labour Conference…
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, AKWANGA: Tinubu Commissions New School of Science Complex in Nasarawa
AKWANGA, NASARAWA STATE – May 30, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned the newly completed School of Science Complex at the College of Education, Akwanga, Nasarawa State, in a move aimed at strengthening science education and enhancing teacher training in Nigeria’s North-Central region. The inauguration of the modern two-storey facility forms part of the…
NPHCDA Inaugurates Lagos Vaccine Hub To Strengthen Nigeria’s Immunization Supply Chain
LAGOS, NIGERIA – May 30, 2026 The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has commissioned the Lagos Vaccine Hub (Cold and Dry Store) in Oshodi, Lagos State, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen its immunization supply chain and improve access to life-saving vaccines across the country.Speaking on behalf of President Bola…
AfDB Lauds Nigeria as Champion of Aviation Programme in Africa
BRAZZAVILLE, CONGO – May 30, 2026 The African Development Bank (AfDB) has commended Nigeria’s leadership in the aviation sector following the formal installation of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, as the African Champion of the Bank’s $7 billion Integrated Aviation Transformation Programme for Africa (IATP). The announcement was made during…
FG Approves Major Sports Infrastructure Upgrades Nationwide
Abuja, Nigeria – May 29, 2026 The Federal Government has approved a comprehensive nationwide upgrade of sports infrastructure as part of renewed efforts to reposition the country’s sports sector and promote youth development.The initiative, announced by the National Sports Commission (NSC), will focus on the rehabilitation, modernization, and construction of sporting facilities across the federation….
At Sallah Mini Durbar: Emir of Gombe Hails Inuwa Yahaya Over LCDAs, Seven Years of Transformational Leadership
Gombe, Gombe State – May 28, 2026 Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Thursday led top government officials, political leaders and other dignitaries to the Emir’s Palace to witness the colourful traditional mini Sallah Durbar, popularly known as Jafi, as part of activities marking the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration. A statement issued by…
Gov Diri Felicitates Muslims on Eid-el-Kabir
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State – May 28, 2026 Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has extended warm greetings to the Muslim Ummah in the state and across Nigeria on the occasion of the Eid al-Adha celebration, also known as Eid-el-Kabir. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, Governor Diri described the festival…