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Expert Calls for Collaboration Among West African Tour Operators

Accra: A tourism expert, Mr Ikechi Uko, has urged West African tour operators to collaborate closely to promote travel and tourism within the region and achieve shared objectives. Uko spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the just-concluded eighth edition of the West African Travel Expo (Accraweizo 2025). According to […]

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Cooperative Societies Recognized as Key Drivers of Economic Growth in Adamawa

Yola: Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has emphasized the crucial role of cooperative societies in driving economic growth and providing sustainable solutions in the society. He made this statement during the International Day of Cooperatives 2025 event held in Yola, which focused on the theme ‘Cooperatives, Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World’. […]

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Zulum Dismisses Defection Rumour, Reaffirms Loyalty to APC

Maiduguri: Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno has dismissed speculations that he plans to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the reports as baseless and politically motivated. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Zulum, in a statement on Sunday by his spokesperson, Malam Dauda Iliya, said the rumour […]

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Food Security: We’ll Remove Bottlenecks in Agric Sector, Says Tinubu

Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has pledged to eliminate all barriers stalling Nigeria’s agricultural potential, especially in livestock production, in a push towards food sovereignty and global exports. The president made the declaration during a bilateral meeting with the Brazilian President, Lula da Silva, on Saturday at the Copacabana Forte in Brazil. According to News Agency […]

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Free Bus Service for Civil Servants and Students Set to Launch in Kaduna

Kaduna: The Kaduna State Government has announced the initiation of a free bus service for civil servants, retirees, and students under its Subsidised Transport Scheme (KSTS), commencing Monday. The service aims to alleviate transportation challenges for key population segments over an initial six-month period. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the announcement was made by […]