By Tosin Kolade Some Abuja residents have kicked against the incessant crushing of motorcycles impounded by the Federal Capital Territory Authority (FCTA) and security forces. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the authorities have consistently crushed motorcycles seized from traffic offenders, especially those caught in areas the bikesContinue Reading
By Joan Nwagwu The Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) has urged the Federal Government to implement the Oronsaye report in line with the present national realities. Mr Tommy Okon, President of the association, said this at a news conference on Monday in Abuja. “The state of theContinue Reading
By Tosin Kolade The Borehole Drillers’ Association of Nigeria (BODAN), has urged the Nigerian Government to reconsider its decision on the Expatriate Employment Levy (EEL), as it poses a threat to the survival of the drilling sector. BODAN President, Mr Francis Uzoma, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) onContinue Reading
By Funmiilayo Adeyemi The West and Central African Research Education Network (WACREN), has called for the establishment of a comprehensive national policy, governance, and institutional framework to champion open science within Nigeria’s higher institutions. The announcement was made by Omo Oaiya, Chief Strategy Officer of WACREN, during the Libsense NationalContinue Reading
By Aderogba George The 11th Biennial Conference of the Africa Christian Health Association Platform (ACHAP) commenced in Abuja, with the Christian Health Association of Nigeria (CHAN) playing host. The event, titled “The Journey to Achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Africa: Experiences and Lessons from Faith Communities,” kicked off onContinue Reading
By Jessica Dogo Dr Mustapha Abdullahi, the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), has emphasised that Nigeria is slated to require $4 billion for a full transition to green energy by the 2050. Abdullahi stated this at a press conference on Clean, Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency useContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo Mrs Caroline Adepoju, the Outgoing Comptroller-General (CG), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), has charged officers and men of the service to remain dedicated and exhibit diligence in their service to the nation. Adepoju gave the charge on Thursday in Abuja in her farewell speech at the pull outContinue Reading
By Martha Agas, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Nigeria is blessed with 44 different types of minerals in commercial quantities, found in no fewer than 500 locations across the country. Among these, seven are classified as strategic and critical for the global energy transition. These minerals have the potential to transform theContinue Reading
By Jessica Dogo Mr Khalil Halilu, the Executive Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) says its branded products will be ready by second quarter 2024. Halilu stated this in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday by NASENI’s Director of Information, Olusegun Ayeoyenikan.Continue Reading
By Tosin Kolade, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) “A hungry man is an angry man”, according to James Howell, a Welsh writer and historian. This timeless quote is resonating in some parts of Nigeria. Some citizens are taking to the street to protest against some government policies which they allegeContinue Reading
