FEC okays $1.96bn for Kano to Niger Republic railway project
The federal executive council (FEC) has approved the sum of $1.95 billion for the construction of railway project from Kano to Maradi, the second largest city of Niger Republic. Nigeria's…
Buhari reacts to Lokoja tanker explosion
President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the fire incident in Lokoja that claimed the life of 23 people, as confirmed by the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC). Okay.ng understands that…
Buhari sends condolence message to Fayose over elder sister’s death
President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with former governor of Ekiti, Ayodele Fayose, on the sad loss of his immediate elder sister, Mrs Moji Ladeji. Buhari's message was contained in a…
Buhari departs for Guinea Bissau on Thursday
President Muhammadu Buhari will Thursday depart Abuja for Bissau to attend ceremonies celebrating the National Day of the Republic of Guinea Bissau, September 24. This was disclosed in a statement…
Google partners with UNWTO to host first Tourism Acceleration Program in Sub-Saharan Africa
The COVID-19 crisis has disproportionately affected tourism, a sector that accounts for millions of jobs around the globe. While no one can say with certainty when the sector will recover,…
Many feared dead as petrol tanker explodes in Kogi
Many people are feared after a tanker conveying petrol exploded in the early hours of Wednesday in Felele the outskirts of Lokoja, Kogi State. According to reports, the inferno burnt…
Play the soundtrack to your life with YouTube Music
Music makes the world go round, it’s often said. And with smartphones and online streaming services, your favorite playlist is literally wherever you are whenever you need it. Tailor the…
CBN slashes monetary policy rate to 11.5%
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has slashed its benchmark monetary policy rate (MPR) to 11.5 per cent, from the 12.5 per cent it was previously. CBN…
