By Okeoghene Akubuike, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) is the agency tasked with collecting and managing official statistics for Nigeria. As the authoritative source, it serves as the custodian of the country’s official data. The bureau plays a crucial role in promoting the useContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Nigeria has been grappling with the menace of road traffic crashes for decades, resulting in the loss of countless lives and leaving many families shattered. The country’s roads were bedeviled by accidents caused by a combination of factors, includingContinue Reading
By Mark Longyen, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) There is an emerging reality that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is set to lose three of its founding members – Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger Republic, in one fell swoop. Founded almost 50 years ago on May 28,Continue Reading
By Tosin Kolade, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Ask a Nigerian how to spot an IJGB, short for ‘I Just Got Back’, referring to Nigerians returning from abroad, and you will get some amusing responses. From their unique mannerisms to their tendency to stand out, here are some classic signsContinue Reading
By Aisha Gambo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Bilkisu Aminu was just 16 when she was married off by her parents. Coming from a less privileged background in Igabi Local Government Area, Kaduna, young Bilkisu had keen interest in learning. She wanted to become a medical doctor. “When aContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Local players are indeed making an impact in Nigeria’s defence production. The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) is a key player in this sector, and it has been working to increase its local manufacturing and production capabilities. In fact, the NigerianContinue Reading
News Analysis: Adesina’s AfDB journey of success, challenges By Kamal Tayo Oropo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) As Dr Akinwunmi Adesina prepares his handover notes, he reflects with pride on the remarkable accomplishments achieved during his presidency. His message highlights the collective efforts of all stakeholders, including the Executive DirectorsContinue Reading
Anti-corruption war: Tinubu, EFCC’s unwavering effortsContinue Reading
Assessing Yobe’s post-conflict economic recovery programmes By Rabiu Sani-Ali, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Yobe located in north-east Nigeria is being ravaged by the Boko Haram insurgency, desert encroachment and other environmental challenges, a trend inhibiting sustainable social and economic development of the state. With an estimated population of 3.6Continue Reading
By Martha Agas In 2024, Nigeria recorded several incidents of mine collapses, where scores of miners were trapped in pits. Many sustained severe injuries or lost their lives, while others were fortunate to be rescued. In the second half of the year, three major incidents were reported in Niger, Adamawa,Continue Reading
