Abuja: A petroleum engineer and environmentalist, Mr. Charles Deigh, has attributed the recurring cases of urban flooding in Nigeria to poor design, construction, and maintenance of drainage systems across major cities. Deigh told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that inadequate and blocked drainage channels had continued to worsen flooding, especially during the rainy season. […]
Month: October 2025
Departmental Heads Warned Against Skipping National Celebrations
Nyeri: Heads of government departments and agencies could soon find themselves in trouble for failing to attend national day celebrations in the counties. Central Regional Commissioner (RC), Joshua Nkanatha, says that attendance of national day events is not optional but a civic responsibility that doubles up as a show of support for the government of […]
Wike Assures Timely Completion of Ongoing Road Projects in FCT
Abuja: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, on Saturday, assured timely completion of ongoing road projects across the FCT. Wike gave the assurance in Abuja, while inspecting the ongoing constructions of Wuye to Ring Road II Road and the dual carriageway from Airport Road to Kuje. According to News Agency […]
E1 Grand Prix Powerboat Debuts in Lagos: A Milestone in African Sports
Lagos: The historic E1 Lagos Grand Prix, Africa’s first all-electric powerboat race, opened in grand style on Friday at the Boat Club, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. The event, part of the prestigious E1 Series calendar, is drawing dignitaries, government officials, sports stars, innovators and fans from across the globe. The colourful opening ceremony featured a […]
Lagos Hails E1 Grand Prix as Global Statement on Innovation
Lagos: The Lagos Commissioner for Information, Gbenga Omotoso, has described the E1 Lagos Grand Prix as a bold statement of the state’s global standing. Speaking at the opening of Africa’s first all-electric powerboat race, Omotoso said the event underscores Lagos’ resilience and readiness to embrace a sustainable future. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the […]