By Salif Atojoko Mr Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, has addressed the misconceptions surrounding the tax reform initiated by the current administration. He noted that the Northern Governors’ Forum on Oct. 28, led by Gov. Muhammed Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, expressed oppositionContinue Reading
By Tosin Kolade The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), has pledged to strengthen the management of surface and groundwater resources for the benefit of the Nigerian population. NIHSA’s Director General, Umar Mohammed, made this commitment at the National Regional Action Plan (RAP) Validation Workshop on the Niger Basin Iullemeden-Taoudeni/Tanezerouft AquiferContinue Reading
By Constance Athekame The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed that bulk power supply has been restored to parts of northern Nigeria after weeks of blackout. The company successfully restored supply through its 330-kilovolt (kV) Ugwuaji-Apir transmission line I as of 4:56 p.m. on Wednesday. The TCN made thisContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Department of Training and Development has forged partnership with International Alert, a Non-Governmental Organisation supporting peacebuilding to promote understanding and operationalisation of the Police Act 2020. Dr Paul Nyulaku-Bemshima, the Country Director of International Alert, made this known during a courtesy visitContinue Reading
By Salif Atojoko Mr Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, has addressed the misconceptions surrounding the tax reform initiated by the current administration. He noted that the Northern Governors’ Forum on Oct. 28, led by Gov. Muhammed Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, expressed opposition toContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Nigeria on Wednesday said it remained committed to supporting the development of educational technology (edtech) ecosystem in Africa. Its Country Director, Mr Son Sungil stated this in Abuja during the 6th edition of the African Edutech Conference. The conference was co-hostedContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research and Development (NIPRD), has called for strengthened collaboration to enhance Africa’s agribusiness ecosystem and address food security challenges. NIPRD’s Director-General, Dr Obi Adigwe in a statement on Wednesday also announced the upcoming 2024 Africa Agriculture Dialogue (AAD). The event will beContinue Reading
By Gabriel Agbeja The Federal Government has announced its plans to establish a framework to standardise animal transportation nationwide. Transportation Minister Sen. Said Alkali, represented by Permanent Secretary Mr Adeleye Adeoye, emphasised the need for a standardised approach to livestock transport by road, rail, ship, boat, and air. He spokeContinue Reading
Okeoghene Akubuike The Federal Government says it is considering private sector funding through Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) for key projects in the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology. This is contained in a statement issued by Ifeanyi Nwoko, the Acting Head, Media and Publicity, Infrastructure Concession Regulatory CommissionContinue Reading
By Jessica Dogo Some telecommunications stakeholders, on Wednesday, came together to share insights, discuss best practices, and explore innovative approaches on cybersecurity and building a safer digital future. The gathering, which took place in Abuja, was organised by the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, supported by GalaxyContinue Reading
