Abuja: The Hydrographer of the Federation, Rear Adm. Ayodeji Olugbode, has announced that Nigeria has made a substantial contribution of 85,325 square kilometers to the global seabed mapping initiative. This initiative is crucial as only 26.1 percent of the world’s oceans, which cover 71 percent of the earth’s surface, have been mapped, thereby affecting effective […]
Day: June 17, 2025
Knobel Calls for Ethical AI, Global Governance to Protect Developing Countries
Abuja: Prof. Marcelo Knobel, Executive Director of The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS), emphasizes the importance of establishing strong ethical frameworks and inclusive global standards to prevent Artificial Intelligence (AI) from exacerbating global inequalities. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Knobel stressed that ethical considerations should be integrated from the beginning of AI development, particularly […]
China Abolishes Tariffs on African Imports to Boost Economic Ties
Beijing: China has announced the complete removal of tariffs on imports from all African countries. According to News Agency of Nigeria, this significant policy shift is part of the new China-Africa Economic Partnership for Shared Development, a framework aimed at accelerating Africa’s integration into global trade. The partnership seeks to enhance market access, streamline customs […]
Minister Commends Construction of Bus Terminals in Abuja
Abuja: The Minister of Transportation, Mr. Said Alkali, has praised the efforts of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, for the construction of three new bus and taxi terminals in Abuja. Alkali expressed his commendation during the inauguration event of the Mabushi Bus and Taxi Terminal, a project completed under […]
UN Women Empowers Bauchi Artisans with Biogas Technology Training
Bauchi: The UN Women has initiated a training program for 20 artisans and seven agricultural extension workers in Bauchi, focusing on biogas digester installation, maintenance, and kitchen gardening. This initiative aims to enhance the livelihoods of rural communities in the region. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the National Coordinator for the UN Women Biogas […]