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The members of the House of Representatives have collectively recommended the Chairman of Air Peace, Mr. Allen Onyema for national honours in appreciation of his selfless service of evacuating troubled Nigerians from South Africa in the wake of xenophobic attacks on them by their hosts. Onyema, who appeared before the House of Representatives in recognition […]
President Muhammadu Buhari has relieved Mrs. Winifred Oyo-Ita of her duty as the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HoS). A statement by the Director of Information, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Willie Bassey, confirmed that the president has also approved the appointment of Dr. Folashade Yemi-Esan as […]
Nigeria’s Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare says his ministry will require about N1.2 billion annually to maintain the existing stadia across the country. The Minister said because of budgetary constraints, government might consider concessioning some of the facilities to the private sector to ensure proper maintenance in line with international best practices. […]
Nestled in the heart of the French Polynesia is an island named Bora Bora. An oasis largely characterised by lush green volcanic mountains, sandy white beaches and iconic overwater bungalows. Undoubtedly the most celebrated island in the French Polynesia, the name Bora Bora means “First Born” and the island which was first discovered in 1722 […]
Dana Air has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 aircraft as part of its fleet renewal exercise. The new aircraft with a configuration for 143 passengers arrived at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, Lagos from Italy. Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the company, Jacky Hathiramani said the airline was committed to its strategic route expansion, fleet […]
There was panic at the University of Maiduguri on Sunday night as soldiers battled to repel a Boko Haram attack on the higher institution. Sources at the university, located along Maiduguri-Bama road, said deafening sounds of gunshots were heard echoing from a direction the female hostels are located. The gunshots lasted for about an hour […]
Nigerian airline; Aero Contractors would resume flight operations to Benin City, today (September 16, 2019). The airline said operating flights into the ancient city Benin is another boost for the airline, known for safe, efficient and satisfactory services. Managing Director, Capt. Ado Sanusi, said the indigenous carrier would operate into Benin City four times a […]
ABC Network has announced a Beyoncé television special documenting the making of her recent soundtrack to Disney’s new remake of The Lion King. ‘Beyoncé Presents: Making The Gift‘ will air tonight at 10pm EST on ABC.’ In a short 30-second trailer unveiled earlier, the network says that viewers will “experience the process” behind each song […]
A former External Affairs Minister and Professor of Political Science, Bolaji Akinyemi, has urged the Nigerian government to take South Africa to the International Criminal Court of Justice. The violence against Nigerians and other Africans in parts of South Africa had erupted on September 1, forcing the Nigerian government to evacuate its citizens from the […]
