The Joint Task Force Team of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Thursday impounded and crushed no fewer than 400 commercial motorcycles for operating illegally in Abuja capital city.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the …
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FG committed to protection of digital platforms -Tijani
The Federal Government on Thursday says it is committed to the protection of digital platforms to build the confidence of the citizens while online.Dr Bosun Tijani,Minister of Communications,Innovation and Digital Economy made the commitment at a 2-day…
Read MoreFG to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases by 2027 – Official
The Federal Government says it will eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in Nigeria by 2027, ahead of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO’s) 2030 target.Dr Nicholas Olobio, Deputy Director and Programme Manager, National Trachoma Elimination P…
Read MoreUN Habitat Ambassador tasks ministers on transformative policies for sustainable development
Dr Raymond Edoh, the UN Habitat Ambassador to Nigeria,has tasked the newly appointed Ministers to initiate transformative policies that will ensure sustainable development in the country.Edoh, also a life member, International Chartered World Learned S…
Read MoreNGO introduces framework to promote accountability in government procurement processes
A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Accountability Lab, has introduced a framework tagged, “Ethics 1st” to promote accountability and ethical behaviour in government procurement processes.Its Country Director, Mr Odeh Friday, said at a Media Roundta…
Read MoreLagdo dam and challenge of flood risk management in Nigeria
The Republic of Cameroon, in a recent letter to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs signified intension to open flood gates of Lagdo dam.To riverine areas within the River Benue catchment area, temporarily vacating their homes and relocating to higher grou…
Read MoreCangandala National Park with 115 Giant Sable Antelopes
Angola’s northern Malaje province Cangandala National Park currently has a population of 115 animals of the giant sable antelope species, including adults and calves.Around 200 sables are registered in the Luando Integral Reserve, according to the park…
Read MorePresident João Lourenço, Congo’s counterpart address situation in Gabon
Angolan head of State João Lourenço is meeting with his counterpart Denis Sassou Nguesso in Oyo city, Republic of the Congo, according to the information published Thursday on Presidency’s Facebook Page.João Lourenço arrived in the Republic of the Cong…
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