NIA
17 Oct
AXA Mansard Insurance Chief Executive Officer Kunle Ahmed has been elected the 26th Chairman of the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA). Ahmed, who was sworn in at the 26th Annual General Meeting of the association last week, in his acceptance speech, appreciated the association for the confidence reposed in him; and called for the collective support…
26 Sep
For faster recovery, the Nigerian lnstitute of Architects (NIA) has assured the Borno State government of its willingness to offer help to it and, where possible, provide some pro bono architectural services to assist in the ongoing reconstruction of projects.
23 Sep
Ogun-based firm, Messrs CDK Industries has appealed to architects under the aegis of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) to ensure continuous support for locally produced materials that meet international standards.
10 Sep
The Federal Government said it is considering the adoption of green, sustainable, and climate-smart housing designs and technologies. The government urged the professionals in the sector to be innovative and ingenious. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, revealed this, at the 2024 Archibuilt Exposition organized by the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA), in…
9 Sep
The Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) has emphasised the need for the government and other stakeholders to create an enabling environment, where architects can drive social change in urban centres.
30 Aug 2024
The Advocates of Justice in Africa (AJA) have commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing new Directors-General for the Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), describing the move as a "bold step towards reform." The group is now calling on the President to extend the same treatment to the oil and…
26 Aug 2024
President Bola Tinubu on Monday approved the appointment of new Directors-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS). Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed is the new Director-General of the NIA. READ ALSO: NIA DG tenders resignation to Tinubu President Tinubu also approved the appointment of Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi as the…
25 Aug 2024
The Presidency remained silent over the sudden resignation and exit of the Director General of Nigeria's National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ahmed Rufai, over the weekend. Rufai announced his resignation from his position as the head of the country's security agency tasked with overseeing foreign intelligence and counterintelligence operations on Saturday. Speaking with newsmen shortly after…
25 Aug 2024
Abuja's security arena is in a palpable cold mood following the sudden resignation of the Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ahmed Rufai. Speaking with newsmen after his sudden resignation on Saturday evening, the NIA boss said he resigned via a letter he tendered to President Bola Tinubu. However, those in a position…
24 Aug 2024
The Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, has tendered his resignation to President Bola Tinubu on Saturday. Abubakar confirmed that his resignation had been accepted by the president, but declined to elaborate on the specific reasons behind his decision. “It’s a routine thing from time to time to brief the…
13 May 2024
Professional architects have said that decarbonising the building industry by improving energy efficiency and deploying other innovative designs for urban development will mitigate the climate crisis and contribute positively to improving people’s lives.
13 May 2024
The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) has called on the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) to implement the industry’s 10-year developmental plan before the end of the second quarter of the year.
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, has seized contraband with a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N279,595,038 between January and February 2025. The Area Contoller of the Command, Comptroller Mohammed Shuaibu, made this known at a news conference, on Thursday in Abeokuta. Shuaibu listed the seized smuggled goods to include 2,145…
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The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN) says the decision by some northern governors to close primary and secondary schools during Ramadan is appropriate. A statement by its Secretary-General, Nafiu Baba-Ahmad, in Kaduna on Thursday, said the closure prioritises students’ well-being amid extreme heat conditions during the fasting period. Baba-Ahmad criticised organisations, including the…
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Gov Siminalayi Fubara of River has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to quick response to fire outbreak and emergencies in the state to save lives and property. Fubara made the remark during the inauguration of the Rivers State Fire Service, Borokiri Sub-Station at the Old Port Harcourt Township on Thursday. The governor stated that fire service…
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The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, says the senate is taking the necessary steps over the sexual harassment allegations by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. While reacting to the raging issue in Abuja on Thursday, Mrs Tinubu said that the senate, being the apex legislative chamber in the country, should not…
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Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik said Thursday he would ignore a summons from the country's central prosecutor who is investigating him for allegedly undermining the constitution. His refusal risks plunging Bosnia into greater uncertainty a week after Dodik was convicted for defying the envoy charged with overseeing its peace accords, triggering a fresh political crisis.…
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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) reopened the Onitsha drug market on March 6, following a sanitisation operation that began on February 10. Dr Martin Iluyomade, Director of Enugu Zone Zonal Operations, made the announcement during a stakeholders’ meeting between NAFDAC, Anambra representatives, and Onitsha market leadership on Thursday. Other…
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The National Executive Council of the Federation of Agricultural Commodity Associations of Nigeria (FACAN) has approved the nomination of Mr. Vitalis Tarnongu as its coordinator in Benue. The nomination is contained in a letter signed by Mr. Sheriff Balogun, FACAN National President, and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Makurdi. The letter indicated that…
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Spotify, an online streaming platform, has unveiled ‘Lent Destination’, a hub designed to facilitate spiritual reflection and connection for Christians observing Lent. James Propa, Spotify’s Christian and Gospel Specialist for Sub-Saharan Africa, in a statement on Thursday, said the hub featured carefully curated worship playlists and Christian podcasts. Propa said these podcasts and playlists would…
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Six people with alleged links to Russia have been detained in Romania on suspicion of planning a coup. The organised Crime Unit of the Public Prosecutor’s Office made the announcement in a statement on Thursday. The suspects are said to have had multiple contacts with “agents of foreign powers, both on Romanian and Russian territory,’’…