Otu Reaffirms Support For Private Maritime Investment In Cross River
CALABAR – Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting private maritime operators as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s blue economy, improve port efficiency and attract investments into the sector. The governor gave the assurance during an inspection of the Calabar Marina Business Hub, where he toured the…
NIWA, Kogi Government Strengthen Partnership On Inland Waterways Development
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has sought closer collaboration with the Kogi State Government to unlock the economic potential of the state’s inland waterways through improved infrastructure, safer navigation and sustainable water transportation. The call was made by the Chairman of the NIWA Board of Directors, Barrister Mukhtari Shagari, during a courtesy visit by…
Motorists, Residents Urge Ogun Government To Complete Mowe-Ofada Road Project
Motorists, commuters and residents have appealed to the Ogun State Government to expedite the completion of the second phase of the Mowe-Ofada Road reconstruction, citing growing transportation challenges and safety concerns along the corridor. The appeal was made during separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday, where road users acknowledged the…
Residents Seek Urgent Intervention As Alakoso Road In Lagos Deteriorates
Residents and business owners along Alakoso Avenue in the Mile 2 area of Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State have appealed to the Lagos State Government to urgently rehabilitate the road, describing its deplorable condition as a major threat to lives, businesses and daily commuting. The road, which links Ijesha Express on the…
FAAN Investigates Viral Passenger-Security Dispute At Osubi Airport
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched an investigation into a viral video showing an altercation between an Aviation Security (AVSEC) officer and a passenger at Osubi Airport in Warri, Delta State. The incident, which has attracted widespread attention on social media, reportedly involved an AVSEC officer who prevented a female passenger from…
Delta To Begin Reconstruction Of ECN/Otu-Jeremi/Udu Road
The Delta State Government has concluded arrangements to commence the rehabilitation and reconstruction of the ECN/Otu-Jeremi/Udu Road, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity and boosting economic activities in the state. The decision followed a stakeholders’ meeting involving officials of Niger Cat Construction Limited, government representatives, and leaders of host communities. Commissioner for Works…
Police Arrest Nine in Delta Crackdown On Illegal Highway Roadblocks, Extortion
The Delta State Police Command has intensified its crackdown on illegal roadblocks and unauthorized revenue collection on highways across the state, arresting nine suspects in an operation aimed at restoring safety and free movement on major roads. The command said the exercise, which began on Friday, July 24, followed the Federal Government’s directive to eliminate…
Kano To Launch State-Owned Airline Within One Year, Says Gov Yusuf
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has announced plans to establish a state-owned commercial airline as part of efforts to create employment opportunities for trained indigenous pilots and boost the state’s aviation sector. The governor disclosed this during the 40th Executive Council Meeting held at the Government House in Kano, where he received several awards, including…
Water Supply Disruption Hits London Gatwick Airport, Services Affected
London Gatwick Airport experienced significant disruption on Sunday following a water supply outage that affected both its North and South terminals, causing inconvenience for passengers during the peak summer travel season. Although flight operations continued without reported delays or cancellations, the disruption affected several essential airport services. Passengers reported being unable to flush toilets, wash…
