The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has disclosed that the potential of rail transport system will make it displace the oil sector as the greatest contributor to Nigeria’s revenue in a short while. The Minister made this known Friday while on an inspection of the ongoing Kano-Daura-Maradi rail project alongside members of the […]
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ATACA Workshop: Government has no business selling train tickets – Expert
Responding to concerns on the increasing cases of racketeering of passenger train tickets in Nigeria railway system, the Executive Director of Aulic Group, Prof. Nick Ezeh, who is also an expert in the transportation industry has said the government has no business selling train tickets. Prof. Ezeh who was speaking Thursday at the 4th edition […]
Money Laundering Allegation: Stop Running, Clear Yourself, Youths Advise Yahaya Bello
Prominent youth group has lampooned former Governor Yahaya Bello for trying to evade justice and attempting to drag the reputation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to the mud instead of submitting himself for questioning and the courts of law to clear allegations of financial malfeasance while in office. Youth Bureau through its […]
Transportation Minister Visits Umahi over Gombe- Darazo, Gombe – Potiskum roads
The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has appealed for the total reconstruction of the Gombe- Dukku- Darazo and Gombe – Bajoga – Nafada- Potiskum roads which are currently in deplorable condition. Sen. Ahmed Alkali made the appeal Wednesday when he visited the Minister of Works, Engineer David Umahi in his office, saying that […]
Shippers’ Council Initiative Saved Nigeria N6 Billion – Akuta
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council has disclosed how it’s dispute resolution initiative saved the country over N6 billion in the past years. Speaking in Abuja, during a courtesy Visit to the National Coordinator of the African Free Continental Trade Agreement (AfFCTA), the Executive Secretary NSC, Pius Akuta stated that the Council has established a complaint handling […]
Union Bank Achieves PCIDSS 4.0 Certification
Union Bank, a prominent and reliable financial institution in Nigeria, has achieved a significant milestone by securing the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCIDSS) version 4.0 certification. This upgrade from the previous PCIDSS version 3.2 underscores the bank’s commitment to adhering to the highest standards of data security and fraud prevention. About the Certification […]
DICON @ 60: Nigeria on Path to Self-Reliance in Military Hardware Production
Abuja — In a recent press briefing marking the 60th anniversary of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future in military hardware production. The event celebrated six decades of DICON’s contributions to the nation’s defense sector. Established in 1964, DICON has been instrumental […]
Yobe Deploys International Researchers to Tackle Kidney Disease
In a proactive move to address the rising incidence of kidney disease in the region, the Yobe State Government has enlisted a team of international science researchers to investigate the situation in the Bade Emirate. The research team, comprising experts from the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, South Africa, Algeria, Senegal, and Ghana, has […]
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Poised to Become Next Chief Justice of Nigeria
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun is set to become the next Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) based on her seniority and the current judicial hierarchy. She will take over from Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, whose term ends on August 22, 2024, upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70. A valedictory service in honor of Justice Ariwoola has […]
Group Accuses Dogara and Buba of Envy and Lack of Moral Authority to Criticize Gov Bala
The Bauchi State Youths Democratic Assembly has accused former House of Representatives Speaker, Yakubu Dogara, and Senator Shehu Umar Buba of enviously targeting Governor Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir due to his achievements in Bauchi State. In a statement on Sunday, leaders Danjuma Zakka Arewa and Daure David criticized Dogara and Buba for their recent negative remarks […]