We have complied with FG’s directive on border re-opening –NIS
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) says it has complied with the Federal Government’s directive on re-opening of four land borders in the country. This is contained in a statement signed…
NCC, NIMC obey directive, say NIN retrieval at no charge
The Federal Government says all Nigerians, subscribers and applicants can access the service for NIN retrieval using the *346# code is now free for the duration of the NIN/SIM Card…
FG orders network providers to stop NIN ₦20 retrieval charges with immediate effect
The Federal Government has ordered all network providers to cancel the N20 charge for the retrieval of the National Identification Number (NIN) with immediate effect. Nigeria’s Minister of Communications and…
Kankara Schoolboys Leave Govt House, To Undergo Medical Examination
The abducted Kankara schoolboys have left the State House where they met with Governor Aminu Masari earlier today, and are now being taken to the hospital for medical treatment. Governor…
Polytechnic workers to begin nationwide strike, Jan. 4
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Polytechnics (SSANIP) has scheduled a 14-day warning strike, to commence nationwide on Jan. 4. The National President of SSANIP, Mr. Adebanjo Ogunsipe, made the…
COVID-19: Coca-Cola to cut 2,200 jobs globally, including 1,200 in U.S.
Coca-Cola Co will cut 2,200 jobs globally, including 1,200 in the United States, it said on Thursday, as the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic forces the world’s largest soda…
The nation will record giant strides if we consume what we produce – Gov. Ikpeazu
Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia has urged Nigerians to patronise locally made products to boost the nation’s economy. Ikpeazu made the call on Thursday when officials of Nigerian Breweries PLC…
Pre-travel COVID-19 testing rate for travels within ECOWAS to be harmonised – Health Minister
The Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) says the rate for pre-travel COVID-19 testing for travels within the ECOWAS region will be harmonised. Dr. Osagie Ehanire, Nigeria’s Minister of Health, who…
Nigeria to host World Summit for single market in Africa, March 2021
Nigeria will host the World Summit for Single Market in Africa on March 23, 2021, an official has said. Mr Angelo Elosia, the Chairman/Chief Coordinator, Invest in Africa World Summit…
COVID-19 second wave: Another lockdown looms
The National Economic Council (NEC), says lockdown will be the last resort in the wake of second wave of COVID-19 pandemic. Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau State, briefed State House…