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Presidential Aircraft: Ogun moves to vacate seizure order, faults fraudulent legal process by Zhongashan
Ogun State Government, on Thursday, faulted the judicial process that led to the provisional attachment of three Nigerian government owned aircraft in France by the Judicial Court of Paris on 7th March and 2nd August, 2024. It would be recalled that a Chinese company, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Ltd, had sought several orders from the court over an aborted…
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Aviation Minister leads delegation to Europe for factory inspections
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), recently led a high-level delegation to Europe as part of efforts to advance the ongoing construction of Abuja’s second runway. The delegation visited Helsinki, Finland, and Vienna, Austria, to conduct crucial factory inspections and engage in familiarization meetings with two leading aviation infrastructure equipment manufacturers—Vaisala OYJ and Frequentis AG. According…
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Presidents Tinubu, Obiang sign Gulf of Guinea Pipeline agreement
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu and President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea solidified a significant partnership on Wednesday evening by signing an agreement for the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project in Malabo. The agreement underscores the two nations’ commitment to mutual development, particularly in the energy sector. According to a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to…
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UNICEF, Southwest states unite to tackle out-of-school crisis
The United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has partnered with the six southwestern states of Nigeria to address the growing challenge of out-of-school children in the region. This commitment was solidified during a two-day regional stakeholders’ meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State, focusing on the issues of retention, transition, and completion in education across Ekiti, Ondo, Lagos, Osun, Oyo, and…
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Nigeria’s Armed Forces needs 200m ammunition annually for operations- Matawalle
As part of efforts to secure the nation and protect her territorial integrity, the Minister Of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has said the Armed Forces of Nigeria requires two hundred million rounds of ammunition annually for its operations. He said the volume will cost the Federal Government at least two dollars per ammunition. The Minister disclosed this in Abuja…
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FAAN calls for enhanced collaboration at stakeholder meeting
The Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, today convened an interactive meeting with key stakeholders, including Heads of Security Agencies and Handling Companies, at the airport. During her opening remarks, Mrs. Kuku emphasized the importance of collaboration among all agencies operating at the airport to improve service delivery. She highlighted…
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Tinubu urges African leaders to prioritize unity for development
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on African leaders to prioritize peace and unity as essential foundations for the continent’s progress and development. He emphasized that without stability, achieving meaningful progress in Africa would remain a challenge. Speaking at a dinner hosted in his honor by President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea, Tinubu emphasized the…
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Forensic audit of mining sector to commence soon, says Dele Alake
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has announced plans for a comprehensive forensic audit of Nigeria’s mining sector, as part of ongoing efforts to revitalize the industry and attract investors. This was disclosed during a meeting with Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang on Wednesday. Dr. Alake highlighted that the audit is a key element of broader reforms…
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Aviation unions to embark on nationwide protest
…Urge FG to save industry from financial collapse A coalition of aviation unions, including the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), the Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP), the National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE), the Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil Service Technical and Recreational Services Employees (AUPCTRE), and the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association…
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Nigeria will not abandon displaced persons, says VP Shettima
… As UN applauds President Tinubu’s progressive refugee policies By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured that the Tinubu administration remains steadfast in its support for initiatives aimed at alleviating the suffering of individuals displaced by conflict and natural disasters, both within Nigeria and beyond its borders. During a meeting on Wednesday with a delegation from the United…
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