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Wednesday, 24 June 2026

Ebola: Tinubu Approves ₦10b Emergency Fund

President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a Presidential Task Force on Ebola Virus Disease Preparedness and Emerging Public Health Threats and ordered the immediate release of ₦10 billion as emergency intervention funding.The development was disclosed on Tuesday by…

NADDC, NTDA To Boost Tourism With Indigenous Vehicles

The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have initiated discussions on a strategic partnership aimed at improving tourism mobility , promoting locally assembled vehicles and supporting economic growth.Speaking during a courtesy visit…

Toyota Motor Show Drives Youth Engagement In Mobility Innovation

Toyota Nigeria Limited (TNL):turned the spotlight on the next generation of tech leaders and automotive enthusiasts at the 2026 Toyota Motor Show. Held at The Podium in Lekki, Lagos, the four-day exhibition dedicated its second day entirely to fueling youth…

SAHCO Seeks Stronger Nigeria-UAE Trade, Aviation Partnerships

Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc (SAHCO) has expressed its readiness to deepen trade facilitation between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) while pursuing strategic partnerships with leading Middle East airlines to boost passenger traffic, cargo movement and e-commerce activities…

Afolabi To FG: Reposition Eastern Ports For Economic Growth

Chairman of SIFAX Group, Dr Taiwo Afolabi has called on the Federal Government to prioritise the rehabilitation and capacity expansion of Nigeria’s eastern ports in a bid to further stimulate economic activities in the axis and decongest the Lagos ports. Afolabi said this while receiving Dr. Akutah Pius Ukeyima, Executive Secretary/Chief…

EFCC Arraigns Husband, Wife For N1bn Fraud

The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC has arraigned a self-styled native doctor, Olorunbukunmi Taiwo and his wife, Awolegan Omolola Omotola, over an alleged contract scam to the tune of N1,098,961,500 (One Billion, Ninety-Eight Million, Six Hundred and Ninety-one Thousand,…

Afolabi, SIFAX Boss Seeks Inclusive Shift To Green Port Operations

By Moses Ebosele,ebosele@hotmail.com The Group Executive Chairman of SIFAX Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, CON, has called for deliberate investment in skills development, workers’ welfare and inclusive dialogue to ensure that the transition to green port operations does not come at…

Nigeria Targets €59m EU Grant To Tackle Illegal Fishing

Nigeria has expressed readiness to leverage the €59 million West Africa Sustainable Ocean Programme (WASOP) as part of intensified efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing while strengthening sustainable management of its marine resources.The Minister of Marine and…

NDDC Donates Medical Equipment to Rivers Health Centre

Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has donated medical equipment to the Model Primary Health Care Centre, Orogbum Community, in Port Harcourt Local Government Area of Rivers State, as part of its efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve access to…

NDDC Reaffirms Commitment To Climate Change

The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has reaffirmed its commitment to climate action, environmental protection, and sustainable development across the Niger Delta region, as it joined the global community to commemorate the 2026 World Environment Day in Port Harcourt.Speaking at…

NUPRC Advocates Sustainable Practices To Protect Environment

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible energy regulation as it joined the global community in commemorating the 2026 World Environment Day.Speaking during the event, the Executive Director, Health, Safety, Environment…

TTP Harps On Traffic-Free Port Corridors For Cleaner Environment

Trucks Transit Parks Limited (TTP) has stressed the importance of reducing traffic congestion around Nigeria’s seaports as a key component of sustainable shipping operations, saying efficient truck management contributes significantly to environmental protection and improved working conditions for dockworkers.The company…