The federal government Tuesday urged African nations to as a matter of priority, take cue on its recent global aviation rating under the Cape Town Convention which has surged above 75.5 per cent, marking a major leap in the country’s compliance with international aviation financing standards. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo noted that the Cape Town Convention, ratified by 28 African countries, had transformed global aircraft financing by reducing credit risks and improving access to capital. He, therefore, urged African nations to harmonise their implementation of the Convention, emphasising that the full benefits would only…
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A group under the aegis of Fruits of Renewed Hope Initiative, has said that President Bola Tinubu has taken bold and decisive steps to restore confidence in governance, promote transparency, and unlock the creative and entrepreneurial energy of Nigerians. The president of the group, Ms. Medina Anako while speaking at a press conference on Monday in Abuja during the unveiling of the group said the group was committed to bridging the gap between policy and the people, ensuring that government programs and interventions reach every home, every market, and every youth who seeks opportunity. She explained that the current administration…
The troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), Joint Task Force, North East, have rescued 86 kidnapped victims and also arrested 29 logistics suppliers in the ongoing counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations in Borno State. Its Media Information Officer, Sani Uba in a statement issued Sunday said the operation carried out by the troops of 135 Special Forces Battalion, under Sector 2 OPHK on 9 November 2025, encountered Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists at Dutse Kura after discovering that terrorists were abducting civilians and vehicles along the Buratai–Kamuya Road. He explained that the troops thwarted the attack, pursued the terrorists towards Mangari, and…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 73-year-old grandpa, James Ugbedo Friday, 7th November in a cannabis plantation at Igbeshi forest, Imiakebo, Etsako East LGA, Edo state. The agency also arrested 70-year-old grandma Mrs. Comfort Odudu was nabbed at Onopa, Yenagoa, Bayelsa state with 5kg skunk on Tuesday, 4th November. Its Director, Media & Advocacy, Femi Babafemi in a statement issued Sunday also revealed that a wanted drug lord, 40-year-old Yussuf Azeez was arrested by operatives of a special operations unit of the agency at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos while on his way to Saudi…
In recent years, Nigeria has found itself under the global spotlight due to increasing concerns over targeted attacks on Christian communities, particularly in the northern and Middle Belt regions. The United States, through various diplomatic channels and human rights reports, has repeatedly expressed alarm over what some policymakers and advocacy groups have characterized as a growing genocide or “silent slaughter” of Christians in Africa’s most populous nation. The concern is not new. For over a decade, Nigeria has battled a complex web of insecurity—from Boko Haram insurgency in the Northeast, to militant Fulani herder attacks on farming communities across…
The Niger Delta Youth Vanguard has called on the leadership of the Senate and all relevant stakeholders to immediately conclude the ratification process of Mr. Abdullahi Ramat as the Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The National Coordinator of the group, Osarodion Darlington in a statement issued Friday said after being screened and cleared by the Senate Committee on Power, the refusal of the Senate leadership to complete the process was unjustifiable and harmful to Nigeria’s electricity reform agenda. He noted that holding this appointment to ransom was equivalent to holding Nigeria’s power sector hostage, stressing that…
The African Extractive Minerals Development Bank (AEMBank) has tasked leaders, stakeholders and policy makers to harness the continent’s estimated $3 trillion mineral reserves to advance its sustainable industrialisation and development. This is even as it noted that the time for the “pit-to-ports” mentality to reach a grinding halt had come, adding that Africa must retain value for its estimated $3 trillion of mineral reserves and march firmly on the road to industrialisation. AEMBank, made the call as it successfully hosted its London Investor Roadshow, bringing together leading institutional investors, financiers, and policy stakeholders committed to advancing Africa’s mineral-based industrialisation.…
Despite the threat by President Donald Trump to sanction military action in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has assured that his government would spare no effort until it defeats terrorism and eliminates all criminals from society. The President spoke at the Federal Executive Council after the swearing-in of two ministers, Dr. Bernard Doro, and Dr Kingsley Udeh (SAN). Tinubu in a statement issued Thursday by his Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said Doro would manage the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, while Udeh would oversee the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology. On the current state…
The President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Comrade Festus Osifo has kicked against the federal government’s proposed 15 per cent import duty on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel. He warned that such a policy could further worsen the living conditions of Nigerians already struggling under rising fuel prices and inflation. Osifo while speaking on Channels Television Wednesday said the union was currently studying the policy and consulting with stakeholders to understand its full implications. He stated: “The first impression was a no, no, no. Why are we imposing tax when our refineries are not producing. “The Dangote…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that 2,802,790 voters will elect a new governor of the Anambra State in the election scheduled to hold on Saturday. TheHintsNews reports that the front runners in the governorship election include the incumbent, Governor Charles Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Nwosu of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and George Moghalu of the Labour Party (LP). Addressing a press conference on Thursday in Abuja, the Chairman of the commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan reiterated that the mission of the commission was to…