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By|Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Director-General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike, has called for increased investment in weather and climate observation systems, warning that Nigeria faces growing threats from extreme temperatures and flooding driven by climate change. Speaking at the 2026 World Meteorological Day celebration held at NiMet headquarters in Abuja, Anosike emphasized that accurate weather forecasting depends heavily on data collected today. Marking the global event established by the World Meteorological Organization, he noted that this year’s theme, “Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow,” underscores the importance of reliable meteorological observations in safeguarding lives and supporting economic…

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By|Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Director-General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike, has called for increased investment in weather and climate observation systems, warning that Nigeria faces growing threats from extreme temperatures and flooding driven by climate change. Speaking at the 2026 World Meteorological Day celebration held at NiMet headquarters in Abuja, Anosike emphasized that accurate weather forecasting depends heavily on data collected today. Marking the global event established by the World Meteorological Organization, he noted that this year’s theme, “Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow,” underscores the importance of reliable meteorological observations in safeguarding lives and supporting economic…

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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has received the report of the party’s Constitution Review Committee, describing it as a major step toward repositioning the party as a credible political alternative in Nigeria. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja, Mark commended members of the committee for what he called their diligence, patriotism, and commitment to a critical internal reform process. He noted that constitutional review is a complex and sensitive exercise requiring inclusiveness and foresight, adding that the committee had demonstrated these qualities in its work. According to him, the…

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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Management of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has strongly refuted a viral publication alleging that the scheme exposes graduates to danger, describing the report as misleading, alarmist, and riddled with falsehoods. The controversial write-up, titled “Urgent: The NYSC Death Trap Our Graduates Are Being Sold to Bandits,” has sparked concern nationwide. However, NYSC officials say the claims misrepresent the agency’s operations and are capable of inciting unnecessary fear while undermining public trust in the institution. In a statement released Tuesday, the Scheme categorically denied the existence of any “ransom clause” in its governing…

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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi |Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, on Tuesday announced a comprehensive review of regulations guiding political parties, as preparations intensify for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Speaking at a high-level consultative meeting with party leaders in Abuja, Amupitan said the newly drafted INEC Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties 2026 aim to strengthen transparency, accountability, and fairness in the country’s electoral process. The meeting, which brought together stakeholders including the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), national commissioners, and senior electoral officials, marked a critical step in aligning electoral rules with the recently…

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By|Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Federal Government has announced a March 31, 2026 deadline for the reopening of the long-troubled Enugu–Onitsha Expressway, signaling what officials describe as a major turnaround for one of South-East Nigeria’s most notorious highways. The Honourable Minister of Works, David Umahi, made the declaration on Monday during an inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects in Enugu State. The projects include the expressway and the Eke-Obinagu Flyover, both key to easing transportation challenges in the region. Umahi expressed confidence that the highway—once associated with frequent tanker explosions, fatal accidents, and crippling traffic congestion—has entered a new phase of…

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By|Goodluck E.Adubazi |Abuja In a groundbreaking moment for global travel and economic diplomacy, the first-ever large-scale commercial charter flight from the Caribbean to Africa has successfully landed in Abuja, Nigeria, marking a historic leap in South-South cooperation. The flight, organized by Aquarian Consult Limited and supported by the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States, departed from Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport on March 21 and arrived at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on March 22. On board were more than 100 high-profile passengers, including government officials, business executives, and cultural figures from eight Caribbean nations, all traveling to Nigeria’s capital, Abuja.…

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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Honourable Minister of Works, David Umahi, has issued a strong warning against the practice of parking heavy-duty vehicles on newly constructed roads, describing it as a major threat to Nigeria’s critical infrastructure. Speaking during an inspection of the Aleto Bridge project in Rivers State on Saturday, March 21, the Minister expressed concern after observing fuel tankers obstructing a completed road. “Yesterday I was passing through this road, the entire road we have completed was totally blocked—not by moving vehicles but fuel tankers parked on the road,” Umahi said. He stressed that no road project…

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