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Access Holdings Plc says federal government reforms are driving macroeconomic stability and unlocking new opportunities for investment, business growth and sustainable economic development. The Chairman of Access Holdings, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, stated this at the group’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos on Wednesday. Aig-Imukhuede praised the government for implementing reforms that have stabilized the economy, stressing that improving conditions in …

By Ayo Kehinde The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has grounded a privately operated plane and suspended the operator’s permit for non-commercial flying (PNCF) following an emergency landing on a road near Asaba, Delta State, and its subsequent unauthorized departure for Lagos. The aviation regulator disclosed the development in a preliminary report published on Wednesday, detailing the circumstances of the …

*Calls for emergency safety declaration African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate and former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has decried the worsening state of insecurity in Nigeria, expressing concern that attacks by terrorists and bandits are now aimed not only at wasting precious human lives, but at crippling the country’s education. Atiku raised the concern on Wednesday following the …

The Super Eagles showed great form, confidence and a commendable fighting spirit despite losing 1-2 to FIFA World Cup-bound Portugal in an explosive friendly match in Leiria on Wednesday night. Just before kick-off, National Sports Commission Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and NFF Executive Committee Member Sharif Rabiu Inuwa presented a special framed jersey to midfielder Alexander Iwobi to commemorate his …

Zainab Abioye Surveyors highlighted the urgent need for accurate geospatial data and effective urban planning as critical factors for sustainable infrastructure and smart city development in Nigeria. A professor of environmental management and environmental health at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Olusegun Oguntoke, made the call on Wednesday while lecturing at the biennial luncheon and welcome reception for new …

By Victor Osula, Abuja The National Assembly has stepped up efforts to establish the state police as part of a broader strategy to address Nigeria’s worsening security crisis, with the House of Representatives declaring emergency legislative action and recalling members from oversight roles at the national level for a crucial vote on the Constitutional Amendment Bill. The move comes amid …

A former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Umar Ajiya, says there is no shortage of money, contrary to reports that the company could not heed the N210 trillion audit demands of the Auditor General of the Federation. Ajiya stated this on Wednesday before senators in Abuja, after presenting his report on the issues …

Post views: 45 By Silvernews As part of efforts to promote mental wellbeing and improve road safety, the Nelo Dreams Foundation, in collaboration with the RiFC Foundation, will host a targeted men’s mental health awareness program for commercial drivers, tricycle operators and motorcyclists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The programme, themed “Lead with your mind, not just …

Senate leader Opeyemi Bamidele’s proposal to introduce a single six-year term for Nigeria’s president and state governors has drawn sharp criticism from public affairs analysts and citizens, who have described the move as a misplaced priority amid pressing national challenges.. Bamidele on Monday unveiled plans to sponsor a constitutional amendment bill that seeks to replace the current two-term, four-year tenure …

By Victor Osula, Abuja The South East Development Commission (SEDC) came under intense Senate scrutiny on Tuesday after lawmakers questioned financial records showing the agency spent 153 million naira on rent for a one-room liaison office in Abuja and listed another 2.5 billion naira as “implicit expenditure” without adequate explanation. The Senate Committee on the Southeast Development Commission, chaired by …