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Xenophobia: Akpabio to lead Nigerian delegation to South Africa

Nigeria, May 5 -- The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday resolved to send a delegation of lawmakers to South Africa as part of diplomatic efforts towards finding a lasting solution to the attacks and killings... Read More


Eno appoints aviation adviser as Ibom Air commences international flights from Uyo

Nigeria, May 5 -- Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has approved the appointment of Uwem Ekanem as his special adviser on aviation and airport development, according to a statement issued on Monday.... Read More


IGP Disu establishes new police tactical unit to fight violent crime

Nigeria, May 5 -- The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, on Tuesday convened an emergency meeting with senior leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, where he announced sweeping operati... Read More


Xenophobia: Nigerian lawmakers condemn killings, call for evacuation of citizens from South Africa

Nigeria, May 5 -- The House of Representatives on Tuesday called for urgent diplomatic action and possible evacuation of Nigerians in South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks that have led to... Read More


Hantavirus: WHO confirms outbreak on cruise ship, three dead, seven infected

Nigeria, May 5 -- The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed an outbreak of hantavirus infection aboard a cruise ship carrying 147 passengers and crew, following a cluster of severe respiratory... Read More


Wole Alabi at 60: Gracing life's sojourn in service to humanity, By Lekan Alabi

Nigeria, May 5 -- Our deeds determine us, as much as we determine our deeds. - George Elliot Wole is a personable being any decent person would be loved to associate with. In terms of age difference ... Read More


Bandits kill four in southern Katsina, rob PDP aspirant

Nigeria, May 5 -- Concerns are rising over worsening insecurity along Katsina State's vulnerable southern corridor after bandits killed at least four people and injured several others during attacks i... Read More


Xenophobia: Nigerian lawmaker canvasses revocation of MTN, DStv licences, other SA companies

Nigeria, May 5 -- Edo North Senator, Adams Oshiomhole, has called on the National Assembly to direct the revocation of licences of South African companies operating in Nigeria over the continued attac... Read More


Aviation ground handlers issue three-day ultimatum to airlines, threaten service withdrawal

Nigeria, May 5 -- The Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria (AGHAN) has issued a three-day ultimatum to airline operators over outstanding debts, warning that it will withdraw services from ... Read More


Air Peace says aircraft replaced, Gatwick passengers accommodated after incident

Nigeria, May 5 -- Air Peace Limited has said passengers affected by the disruption of its London (Gatwick)-Lagos service have now been accommodated and provided necessary support, following the incide... Read More