Abidjan: President of the Africa Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has urged the media to play a bigger role in amplifying Africa’s voice, particularly by promoting positive narratives and showcasing the continent’s achievements. Adesina made the call on Monday during a media breakfast to open the bank’s week-long 2025 Annual Meetings in Abidjan, C´te […]
Day: May 26, 2025
NBC Making Progress in Resolving Nigeria-Benin Boundary Dispute
Abuja: The National Boundary Commission (NBC) says it has made significant progress in resolving the Nigeria-Benin international boundary dispute. The Director-General of the commission, Mr Adamu Adaji, stated this on Sunday in Abuja, while assessing the impact of President Bola Tinubu’s administration after two years in office. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Adaji mentioned […]
Okpochini Wins 1,500m Gold Amidst Doubts
Abuja: Multiple gold medallist at the National Sports Festival (NSF), Deborah Okpochini, has admitted to feeling nervous and doubtful before winning gold in the 1,500m swimming event. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Okpochini, who set a 100m freestyle record of 1:03.05 at the 2018 NSF, added another gold to her haul. She broke a […]
Bill for Reserved Seats Crucial to Inclusion, Say Advocates
Abuja: Stakeholders advocating for the passage of the Special Seats Bill have described the proposed legislation as a critical litmus test for the integrity and inclusiveness of Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at a media conference in Abuja on Monday, themed ‘The Special Seats Bill: An Urgent Call to Action for Women’s Representation,’ stakeholders urged political leaders […]
NBA Urges Community Ownership of Environmental Projects
Abuja: The Niger Basin Authority (NBA) has urged greater community ownership of its environmental initiatives to guarantee sustainable benefits for its member countries. Launched in 2019, the Niger Basin-Iullemeden-Taoud©ni/Tanezrouft Aquifer Systems (NB-ITTAS) project aims to improve the management and conservation of natural resources in the region. These vital water bodies span nine countries in West […]