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N80bn Alau Dam Upgrade to Enhance Irrigation and Power Generation, Says FG

Maiduguri: The Federal Government announced plans for the N80 billion upgrade of the Alau Dam in Borno, aimed at enhancing irrigation and generating hydro-electric power upon its completion in 2027. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, disclosed this during a working visit to the project site at Alau Community, near Maiduguri. […]

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Nigerians Praise Armed Forces’ Community-Focused Initiatives in Ogun

Ogun: Residents of Ogun have commended the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) for its non-kinetic operations aimed at fostering peace and development in the state. The Convener, Unity Advocacy Group (UAG), Ifeanyi Aigbedion, said the commendation was given at a Peace and Development Rally organised by the group in Shagamu, Ogun. According to News Agency […]

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NAF and NIGCOMSAT Collaborate to Enhance National Security and Surveillance

Abuja: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd. have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at boosting national security, technological sovereignty, and operational sustainability. This collaboration seeks to leverage space-based assets to support NAF’s operational effectiveness in secure communications, intelligence gathering, surveillance, and reconnaissance. According to News Agency of Nigeria, this […]

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PIND Encourages Collaboration Between Communities and Security Agencies in Bayelsa

Yenagoa: The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has called for collaboration and trust-building between security agencies and communities in Bayelsa to address crime and insecurity effectively. The Executive Director of PIND, Mr. Sam Daibo, emphasized this need during the second phase of PIND’s social cohesion building programme held in Yenagoa. According […]

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NIA Commends Tinubu’s Approval of NIIRA 2025 for Insurance and Finance Transformation

Abuja: The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) has expressed commendation towards President Bola Tinubu following his approval of the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. This legislation is anticipated to significantly alter the landscape of the insurance sector and the broader financial services industry in Nigeria. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the NIA Chairman, […]