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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi |Abuja The Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DICAN) has announced plans to host a high-level international summit aimed at combating the rising threat of Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI), a growing concern in global security and economic stability. The conference, officially titled the Diplomatic, Security, Trade, and Investment International Conference, is scheduled to take place on May 20, 2026, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria in Abuja. According to DICAN Chairman, Idehai Frederick, the summit will focus on fostering what he described as “collaborative truth” to counter misinformation and safeguard international relations. “A secure information…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Limited has expanded its flagship economic empowerment initiative, the Vocational Innovation Business and Empowerment Scheme (VIBES), with the induction of 103 new beneficiaries into its 2026 programme. The induction ceremony, held on Monday in Port Harcourt, signals a renewed push by the company to strengthen skills development and promote sustainable livelihoods across its host communities. The newly admitted participants are set to undergo intensive capacity-building sessions, which will culminate in a competitive pitching stage where top business ideas will be selected based on defined evaluation criteria. At the same…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja ActionAid Nigeria has strongly condemned recent incidents of violence and bullying involving students at Igbinedion Education Centre, describing them as a grave violation of children’s rights and evidence of deep-rooted failures in Nigeria’s education system. In a statement issued in Abuja, the organisation said the incidents highlight not only individual acts of abuse but also a broader breakdown in child protection, monitoring, and accountability structures across schools. Speaking on Tuesday March 17, 2026, ActionAid Nigeria, Country Director Andrew Mamedu stressed that every child has the right to safety, dignity, and protection from violence, as guaranteed…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has launched an ambitious Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 aimed at strengthening weather and climate services, enhancing institutional performance, and improving resilience across Nigeria. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NiMet, Professor Charles Anosike, described the new roadmap as a continuation of the agency’s long-standing mandate of safeguarding lives and property, a role it has played for over 140 years. He explained that the plan serves as a comprehensive performance management framework designed to align NiMet’s operations with Nigeria’s broader national development goals. According…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja AfrexInsure, the specialty insurance subsidiary of African Export-Import Bank, has appointed Lesley Ndlovu as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership transition as the company accelerates its growth strategy. Ndlovu, a Zimbabwean insurance executive with extensive global experience, succeeds Jonas Mushosho. His appointment comes at a pivotal stage in AfrexInsure’s evolution as it moves from its start-up phase into a full-scale operational player in Africa’s trade insurance market. The company said the leadership change is critical to strengthening governance, regulatory compliance, innovation, and risk management as it expands its role in supporting trade…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has officially announced the completion of the pre-qualification stage for the 2025 Licensing Round, marking a significant step forward in Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector reforms. In a statement released the Commission confirmed that all successful applicants have been duly notified in accordance with the 2025 Licensing Round Guidelines. Following this milestone, NUPRC declared that, effective Tuesday, March 17, pre-qualified companies are now authorized to proceed with data leasing—an essential requirement ahead of the technical and commercial bid submission phase. The Commission emphasized strict compliance with its…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with REX Insurance Limited to introduce weather index insurance aimed at protecting Nigerian farmers from climate-related losses. The agreement, signed in Abuja, is expected to provide farmers with insurance coverage linked to weather conditions such as droughts and floods, helping to safeguard agricultural livelihoods and promote sustainable farming across the country. Speaking during the ceremony, the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of NiMet, Charles Anosike, emphasized the growing need for innovative risk-management tools in agriculture as extreme weather events become more frequent.…

…Irepeni/Zariagi, Kogi State By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja A large crowd of residents from underserved communities in Irepeni and Zariagi turned out on Sunday, March 15, 2026 for the ongoing electronic registration of members into the African Democratic Congress (ADC), facilitated by House of Representatives hopeful Hon. Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke. The exercise, organized by the Aisha Ibrahim Adoke Grassroots Engagement and Mobilisation Team (AIA-GEMT), focused on reaching residents in remote areas who had previously been unable to complete the party’s digital registration. Registration activities began as early as 9:00 a.m. at the Farm Center Ward, the largest ward in…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja In a society where the call for greater women participation in leadership continues to grow louder, the story of Queen Nkechi Okiyi, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stands as a powerful reminder of why women’s inclusion remains critical to the progress of Nigeria and Africa. Across the continent, women have repeatedly demonstrated exemplary leadership, commitment to good governance, and the capacity to strengthen democratic institutions. Advocates argue that when women’s voices are fully heard—particularly through the realization of the 35 percent affirmative action target—nations like Nigeria can unlock stronger,…

… Calls for Stronger Female Leadership By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The exclusion of women from decision-making positions weakens democracy, slows development and limits a nation’s ability to deliver fairness and opportunity, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina J. Mohammed, has said, at this year’s Womens day celebration in New York. Speaking during the celebration of International Women’s Day and at the second edition of Nigerian Women’s Day held on the sidelines of the Commission on the Status of Women 70 in New York, Mohammed stressed that justice and inclusive governance are central to sustainable development. According to her, nations…