An advance delegation from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has arrived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ahead of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage to facilitate early arrangements for Nigerian pilgrims. The team, led by key officials of the commission, touched down in the holy land to commence crucial pre-Hajj groundwork, including inspection of
After more than two decades of revolutionising global communication, Microsoft has announced the official shutdown of Skype, bringing an end to one of the most iconic platforms in internet history. Launched in 2003 by a group of Estonian developers, Skype quickly rose to prominence as a pioneer in voice-over-IP (VoIP) technology, allowing users to make
The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has announced a downward review of the curfew earlier imposed on the movement of motorcycles and tricycles within Minna, the state capital. This was contained in a statement released on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Bologi, who disclosed that the new restriction
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a total of N787.14 billion and $651.7 million for the execution and rescoping of critical infrastructure projects, particularly major road constructions, across 13 states of the federation. The approvals were granted during the latest Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Minister of Works,
In a spirited display of military excellence and public engagement, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Kano threw open its gates on Saturday as part of activities marking the 61st Anniversary of the Force. The open day event drew a large and enthusiastic crowd, offering civilians a rare glimpse into the world of aviation,
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has intensified its clampdown on illegal mining activities as its specialized unit, the Mining Marshals, shut down an unauthorized mining site in Damau community, Kubau Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The operation, which targeted a site rich in tin deposits legally licensed to Trobell Minerals Limited,
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated distinguished Nigerians who were honoured at the 2025 edition of the Hallmarks of Labour Foundation (HLF) Role Model Awards, held on Saturday at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island. The award ceremony, which marked the Foundation’s 28th anniversary, brought together notable personalities from across the country to
In a strategic move to fortify national security and stimulate economic growth, the Katsina Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has embarked on a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing community relations and reinforcing professional standards among its officers. Comptroller Mohammed Umar, the Area Controller, has been at the forefront of this initiative, conducting
The Federal Government has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing construction work on the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road, specifically Section I, Phase 1. This section, which spans from Abuja to Kaduna, is a critical component of the broader infrastructure initiative aimed at enhancing connectivity and economic activities in the northern corridor. During a recent inspection tour, the Minister
On the sidelines of the 2025 United Nations meetings in New York, Nigeria and Sweden have reinforced their commitment to collaborative development efforts. Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, engaged in bilateral discussions with Ms. Diana Janse, Sweden’s State Secretary for International Development Cooperation. The talks centered on enhancing partnerships in technology
