THE Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Limited is set to launch an empowerment programme for youths across seven states in the North-West region. This is confirmed in a statement signed by Aisha Bantam, Head of Corporate Affairs at NIGCOMSAT, in Abuja.…
THE United Nations Association of Africa (UNAA) has called for stronger stakeholder collaboration in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the African continent. UNAA President General, Amb. Sylvester Okafor, in a statement on Sunday, urged governments, Civil Society Organisations…
THE Emir of Jema’a, Alh. Muhammadu Muhammadu, on Sunday, praised the people of Kafanchan for their commitment to peaceful coexistence. He gave the commendation during the annual breaking of fast in Kafanchan, Jema’a Local Government Area. The Emir noted that…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has summoned Ushie Rita Uguamaye, a corps member serving in Lagos State, following her viral TikTok post criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Naija News reports that a message from the NYSC Local Government Inspector (LGI), obtained…
Dan Burn and Alexander Isak ended 70 years of hurt as they fired Newcastle to League Cup final victory over Liverpool on Sunday. Local boy Burn headed the Magpies into the lead on the stroke of half-time, and Isak’s 23rd…
● IPOB Lawyer demands probe by security operatives Onitsha-based trader has been hospitalised following the reported looting of her medicine store by officials of the National Agency for Foods and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC). The alleged looting, as contained…
FORMER England footballer and TV presenter John Fashanu has been released on police bail in Nigeria following his arrest in connection with a land ownership dispute. According to a report by the Mirror, the 62-year-old ex-Wimbledon and Aston Villa striker is…
IN the heart of Plateau State, Nigeria, a quiet revolution is underway. Farmers are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and smart technologies to overcome harsh climate conditions and boost productivity. One of them, Dandam Nangor, now monitors his greenhouse from his…
ETHIOPIAN Airlines has signed a landmark partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to co-develop Ethiopia’s ambitious new mega international airport. The agreement, confirmed by the Ethiopian Ministry of Finance and reported on Saturday, marks a major step forward in the $7.8bn Bishoftu…
SOUTH African low-cost carrier FlySafair has been named one of the world’s most punctual airlines, delivering an on-time performance (OTP) of 95.82 percent, according to Cirium’s February 2025 On-Time Performance Report. The Johannesburg-based airline was the only African carrier to make the top rankings…
