Abuja: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised alarms over the increasing decline in reading habits among young Nigerians, warning that this trend could potentially undermine the nation’s rich literary heritage. He voiced his concerns during his speech at the monthly ‘Reading/Writers Dialogue’ organized by the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), FCT chapter, held on Saturday […]
Month: February 2025
Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists and Arrest 198 in Recent Military Operations
Abuja: The Defence Headquarters announced that troops have successfully eliminated 82 terrorists, arrested 198 others, and rescued 93 kidnapped hostages within the past week. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, provided updates on the military’s recent operations during a briefing in Abuja. The operations led to the […]
Nigeria to Strengthen Maritime Collaboration with Gambia
Banjul: The Federal Government has expressed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening maritime collaboration with The Gambia to enhance regional security and economic growth. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, made this declaration at the Fourth Blue Economy Conference in Banjul. Oyetola, represented by the Director-General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, emphasised Nigeria’s […]
C4i Upgrade to Further Secure Nigeria’s Maritime Domain
Lagos: The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) says the latest C4i intelligence tools into its surveillance operations will further enhance maritime security and regulatory compliance within the sector. The NIMASA’s Head, Public Relations, Mr Osagie Edward, made this known in Lagos. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the C4i Centre, which stands for […]
FG to Cancel Visa-on-Arrival Policy, Introduce Landing, Exit Cards
Abuja: The Federal Government has announced plans to cancel its Visa-on-Arrival policy and introduce landing and exit cards, which prospective visitors will pre-fill before coming into the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this announcement in Abuja during the closing ceremony of a weeklong capacity-building training organized for personnel of the Nigeria […]