Residents of Alakuko in Ijaye-Ojokoro Local Government Area of Lagos State have called on the state government to intervene in the deplorable condition of the abandoned Baale-Animashaun Road. The residents, who spoke with PUNCH Metro in separate interviews, described the road as a death trap, lamenting that its poor state has worsened their economic hardship…
Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has warned air travellers to brace for possible flight delays and cancellations as the rainy season approaches. It also disclosed yesterday that the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has yet to submit its findings on the controversial airfare hike during the Yuletide season. Speaking with aviation journalists in…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it recorded a remarkable 61.29% reduction in fatalities and a 15.53% decline in crash severity index in 2025. The Corps, in a statement on Thursday by its Spokesperson, Osondu Ohaeri, attributed thelandmark breakthrough to the effective implementation of the Safe-to-Load Programme under the strategic leadership of the Corps…
Delta State Government has intensified efforts to attract investment into its maritime sector, presenting its blue economy potential at the Blue Economy Investment Summit 2026 held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja. The summit, themed “Shifting Gears: Heading to a New Frontier in Maritime Economy,” brought together policymakers, investors, and industry stakeholders…
Managers and heads of the eastern ports under the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA) have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering stronger collaboration with the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) and other key stakeholders to drive development and efficiency across the ports. This renewed resolve was highlighted by Mrs. Edith Kelechi Okezie, Manager of Port Harcourt…
The Federal Government on Thursday inaugurated an inter-agency committee to assess the feasibility of a proposed $200bn gas-powered high-speed rail project spanning about 4,000 kilometres across the country. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, who inaugurated the panel in Abuja, said the committee would evaluate the credibility of the proposal submitted by…
In a significant move to accelerate the transformation of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport into a world-class aviation hub, the Oyo State Government has donated a fully equipped, specialised operational vehicle to the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA). The presentation ceremony, held within the airport premises, underscores the state government’s sustained investment in critical aviation…
OLORUNDARE ENIMOLA, Lagos The management of Bells University of Technology has been recognised with multiple awards of excellence in appreciation of its contributions to youth empowerment and grassroots sports development. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Jeremiah O. Ojediran, alongside the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ngozi U. Arisa, and the institution’s Sports Director, Dr. Oyewole Oluwapamilerin, were…
The Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, has disclosed that in recognition of Senator Mpigi Barinada Barry’s selfless service and dedication, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the rerouting of a section of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway to pass through Ogoniland – an enduring testament to the late lawmaker’s legacy. Engr. Umahi disclosed this…
