The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said they have started looking into the explosion that happened at the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) in Kaduna on Saturday. The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, expressed sympathy to the families and friends of those who died. He also wished a quick recovery for the people who got hurt in the explosion. The DHQ told the public not to worry because the situation is under control and there is no reason to be afraid. Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Director of Defence Information, said that the nearby community has been told that…
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The Federal Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation, working with the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), has inaugurated the National Energy Masterplan Implementation Committee (NEMIC) to drive energy efficiency in the country. The Director-General of ECN, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, said the National Energy Masterplan is a comprehensive guide designed to ensure Nigeria’s energy security. He explained that the masterplan would also expand access to reliable electricity, promote renewable energy, and help reduce the nation’s carbon footprint in line with global climate goals. Delivering his keynote address, the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Mr.Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s…
The South Saharan Social Development Organization (SSDO) has raised alarm that ignoring climate change is worsening flooding, food shortages, and hunger in Nigeria. The warning came from SSDO’s Head of Programs, Udochukwu Enwerem, during the Youth Climate Justice March in Enugu. The event was held as part of the 2025 Global Week for Action on Climate Justice. Enwerem said years of failing to give attention to climate issues have made communities more exposed to disasters. He pointed to erosion, irregular rainfall, rising food prices, and the scarcity of common staples like garri as signs of the crisis. “Communities are already…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN) to stay committed to producing well-trained professionals for the maritime industry. Oyetola gave the advice during the academy’s third-quarter citizens’ and stakeholders’ engagement held in Oron, Akwa Ibom. He was represented at the event by Mr. Joshua Ayebameru, Deputy Director of Research, Planning and Statistics. The minister commended the academy for its role in training skilled personnel over the years, describing it as a key institution in the maritime sector. He said the academy’s programmes and commitment to excellence have continued to…
The National Bamboo Farmers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NBFPMAN) says the country has the potential to earn up to 22 billion dollars every year from bamboo value chain development. The National President of the association, Mr. Ukeme Nyah, made this known on Thursday in Abuja during the commemoration of World Bamboo Day. World Bamboo Day is celebrated every year on September 18. The theme for the 2025 edition is: “Next Generation Bamboo: Solution, Innovation and Design.” Nyah explained that the figure was based on research carried out by both local and international experts. He said bamboo development —…
Stakeholders in Akwa Ibom State have pledged their commitment to the Safe Termination of Pregnancy (STOP) guidelines, aimed at reducing the high number of maternal deaths in the state. The pledge was made on Thursday during a roundtable meeting with policymakers in Uyo to review progress on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR). The meeting was organized by the Women Advocate Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC) in partnership with the Ministry of Women Affairs. It was supported by the Centre for Reproductive Rights and funded by Global Affairs Canada. The STOP guidelines are medical protocols that direct healthcare professionals on…
The Federal Government, through the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, and the Akwa Ibom State Government have agreed, along with other states, to develop independent electricity markets under the new Electricity Act of 2023. Speaking at the two-day Akwa Ibom Power Summit, held at Four Points by Sheraton, Ikot Ekpene, Adelabu said the event was a “direct manifestation” of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He explained that the goal is to decentralise Nigeria’s electricity supply system and expand access to power nationwide. Adelabu noted that the Electricity Act, signed into law in 2023, allows states to create and…
An explosion happened at a factory owned by the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON). The explosion was believed to come from gunpowder production. Two workers died, including a military officer, and four others were hurt on Saturday. The workers were on a weekend shift at the factory. People living near the factory in Kurmim Gwari, Kaduna city, told our reporter that the explosion made a very loud noise. It was so strong that it shook nearby buildings. The injured workers were quickly taken to St. Gerard Catholic Church hospital in Kakuri, about two kilometers from the factory. When our…
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo state started a group of 135 people called Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs). Their job is to help the state be ready for floods and respond quickly when disasters happen. The LEMCs have five people from each of the 27 local government areas in Imo state. At a two-day training in Owerri, Governor Uzodimma said his government will keep working hard to manage emergencies and disasters in the state. The governor was not there in person but sent Chief Cosmas Iwu, the Secretary to the State Government, to speak for him. He said that the…
Cassona Global Imaging Ltd., a U.S.-based medical supply company, has restated its commitment to improving healthcare in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa by making advanced medical imaging equipment more available. At the company’s third anniversary in Lagos, Cassona’s CEO, Dr. John Chigbu, said that strengthening Africa’s ability to diagnose diseases is very important for fast and accurate treatment, which will lead to better health outcomes. He explained that the company’s goal is to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for more people. Dr. Chigbu said Cassona’s mission is not just to supply equipment. It also includes building hospitals, offering flexible payment…