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Right group demands fixing of Nigeria’s southwest Lagos-Benin road

Ewaka Sam September 6, 2025

Nigeria A rights group – The Campaign for Democratic and Workers’ Rights (CDWR) Nigeria’s southwest Ogun State Chapter, has raised serious concerns about the rapid deterioration of the newly rehabilitated Ikangba-Agoro Road, also known as the Old Lagos-Benin Road. Less than seven

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Electrification Agency to convene roundtable with Nigeria’s South-south A’ Ibom’s Gov’t

Ewaka Sam September 6, 2025

Nigeria  In a bid to accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s clean energy sector, a Rural Electrification Agency (REA), under the Nigeria’s government Federal Ministry of Power, is set to convene a strategic Roundtable in partnership with the country’s south-south Akwa Ibom State Government.  The event will take place on September 10, 2025, in Abuja, with […]

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Nigerian Gov’t expresses readiness to partner local, foreign coys on renewable energy 

Ewaka Sam September 3, 2025

Nigeria  The Federal Government of Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to collaborating with both local and international companies to advance renewable energy initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable power generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and fostering a greener environment. In a statement signed by the Director of Information & Public Relations,

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Nigeria’s Presidency defends fairness in national dev’t amid regional bias claims

Ewaka Sam September 2, 2025

Nigeria The Federal Government of Nigeria has strongly rejected allegations of favoritism, affirming that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is guided by fairness, equity, and justice in the distribution of federal projects and appointments across all six geopolitical zones.  This clarification was made to counter recent misinformation suggesting certain

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Benue’s Quiet Rise: A Journey of Hope, Struggle, and Steady Hands

Ewaka Sam September 2, 2025

Nigeria Features The land of Benue breathes with a restless hope, stitched deep into the hearts of its people who long for a better tomorrow. It is a place where the rivers sing and the earth gives generously, yet where the journey toward real progress has often been slow and burdened by history.  At the […]

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NiMet Unveils Centralized Data Services to Boost Aviation Safety in Nigeria

Ewaka Sam September 1, 2025

Nigeria The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has achieved a landmark technological advancement with the launch of a centralized Secure Aviation Data Information Service (SADIS) API platform, setting a new standard for aviation weather services in Africa.  This pioneering upgrade enhances aviation safety, operational efficiency, and aligns Nigeria’s meteorological

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Nigerian Postal Service Announces $80 Customs Duty on All Parcels Sent to the U.S.

Ewaka Sam September 1, 2025

Nigeria The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has revealed that Nigerians sending parcels to the United States will now be required to pay a prepaid customs duty of $80 (approximately N123,000), effective from August 29, 2025. This new fee applies to all parcels, excluding letters and documents. The change follows a U.S. Executive Order suspending the […]

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Nigeria’s gov’t (SGF) lauds former permanent secretaries

Ewaka Sam August 29, 2025

Nigeria The Federal Government has expressed deep appreciation for the Council of Former Permanent Secretaries (CORFEPS) for their contributions toward strengthening governance and improving efficiency within Nigeria’s public sector.  This commendation was made by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, CON, during a courtesy visit

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Bursting the Myth: There is No Cold War Between Tinubu and Shettima

Ewaka Sam August 28, 2025

Nigeria Opinion – By Otunba (Dr.) Abdulfalil Abayomi OdunowoNational Chairman, Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu Support Group (AATSG) In the rumbling corridors of Nigerian politics, alarmist messages alleging a “tactical cold war” between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have recently gained unwarranted traction. These narratives, fueled by

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Nigeria Maritime, Society of Engr. boost collaboration for blue economy

Ewaka Sam August 25, 2025

Nigeria The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) have intensified their partnership to accelerate Nigeria’s Blue Economy development. The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, dropped this hint yesterday in Lagos during a courtesy visit from the NSE leadership, led by its President, Engineer