NCAA reads riot act to airlines over flight disruptions
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has read the riot act to domestic airline operators, expressing displeasure over the alarming reports of incessant delays, flight disruptions, and schedule changes without adequate notice to passengers. In a statement on Sunday, signed by its Acting Director General, Capt. Chris Najomo, it said errant airlines will be sanctioned […]
The EU and the FG have launched the Nigeria Residential Sector Demand-Side Survey
It was launched by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, alongside other government officials in Abuja. At least 5,400 households across the six geopolitical zones of the country will be surveyed in the exercise, aimed at helping the government to formulate and implement functional energy policies. The survey, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals […]
TCN Restores National Grid Following Partial Disturbance
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the full restoration of the national grid after experiencing a partial disturbance at approximately 11:21 a.m. on Sunday. Mrs. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager Public Affairs, stated that the company promptly initiated the restoration process for the affected part of the grid. Prior to the incident, the […]
Namibia Swears In New President After Geingob’s Death
Nangolo Mbumba has taken his oath of office as Namibia’s new president hours after the death of Hage Geingob. Geingob died on Sunday in a hospital in Windhoek, his office said. During his acceptance speech, Mbumba paid tribute to his late predecessor and called for calm. Read Full Acceptance Speech by His Excellency President Dr. […]
Nigerian Afrobeats Stars Miss Out on Grammy Awards Despite 10 Nominations
Despite receiving 10 nominations across five categories at the 66th Grammy Awards, prominent Nigerian Afrobeats stars, including Burna Boy, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, Olamide, and Asake, failed to secure any wins. The inaugural ‘Best African Music Performance’ trophy went to South African singer Tyla for her 2023 track, “Water.” All nominations for the Afrobeats stars […]
Arsenal Shakes Up Premier League Title Race with 3-1 Win Over Liverpool
Arsenal blew the Premier League title race wide open as Gabriel Martinelli punished a howler from Liverpool keeper Alisson Becker to inspire a crucial 3-1 win over the leaders on Sunday. Gabriel Martinelli capitalized on a mistake from Liverpool keeper Alisson Becker, contributing to the crucial win that propelled Arsenal into second place, just two […]
CBN removes allowable limit of exchange rate quoted by IMTOs
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has removed allowable limit of exchange rate quoted by the International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs). This is according to a circular signed by Dr Hassan Mahmud, the Director, Trade and Exchange Department of the CBN, addressed to IMTOs and the general public. According to Mahmud, IMTOs are hereby allowed […]
Nigeria takes on Angola in first Quarter final tie for AFCON 2023
Senegalese official Issa Sy will be the referee when Nigeria take on Angola in today’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final encounter, at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny in Abidjan. Sy will have compatriots Djibril Camara and Nouha Bangoura in as assistant referee 1 and assistant referee 2 respectively, while Mauritanian official Abdel Aziz Bouh will […]
Police restricts movement in 26 states due to Bye-elections on Saturday
The Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has ordered restriction of all forms of vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and other forms of transportation from 12 am to 6 pm in 26 states holding bye-elections on Saturday. This is with the exclusion of those on essential duties such as officials of INEC, accredited journalists, ambulances […]
Federal Government Grants Hospitals Waivers For Employment Of Health Workers
The Federal Government has granted waivers to hospitals for the employment of health workers as part of efforts to enhance healthcare delivery in the country. Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health, revealed this during an official visit to the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan. According to Alausa, medical directors will receive […]
