Day: February 12, 2026

Niger State has joined the global community in commemorating World Radio Day 2026, observing this year’s UNESCO theme: “Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a Tool, Not a Voice.” In a statement marking the occasion, Hon. Obed Nuhu Nana, Commissioner for Information and Orientation, highlighted the enduring role of radio in Nigeria and Niger State. He noted that for over nine decades, radio has remained a trusted source of information, education, and entertainment, particularly for rural communities, while serving as a platform for public enlightenment, cultural preservation, and government communication.…

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has launched the Green Channel initiative at the Lekki Deep Sea Port, aimed at simplifying cargo clearance, reducing delays, and boosting operational efficiency for port users. The unveiling, which took place on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, mark a major step in the Nigeria Customs Service’s (NCS) ongoing drive to enhance trade facilitation through technology and stakeholder collaboration. Speaking at the event, Adeniyi explained that the Green Channel, introduced by the Lekki Deep Sea Port and approved by NCS management, was designed to address…

The Federal Government has commenced the distribution of Presidential Emergency Food and Nutrition Items in Kebbi State, a strategic move to tackle rising food insecurity and support vulnerable communities. The flag-off ceremony was held at the Haliru Abdu Multi-Purpose Stadium, Birnin Kebbi. Speaking at the event, Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu, Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, said the initiative reflected President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proactive measures to address projections that over 35 million Nigerians could face food insecurity. He highlighted that the programme aimed to cushion the…

The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Zubaida Umar, has commended the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) for the timely release of the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP), called it a critical tool for strengthening Nigeria’s disaster risk reduction and climate resilience. Speaking at the public presentation of the SCP in Abuja, DG Umar emphasized that NEMA would immediately use the forecast to activate early flood preparedness and other climate risk management measures across the country. She further disclosed that the agency plans to convene a technical meeting of…

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Thursday welcomed students of Sheikh Abubakar Gummi Academy, Abuja, to its Headquarters for an educational visit aimed at deepening their understanding of disaster management and emergency response operations. During the visit, the students were taken on a guided tour of NEMA’s Geospatial Centre, where officials explained how modern technology is deployed for disaster risk analysis, early warning systems, and the coordination of response efforts across the country. The session exposed the students to the critical role of data and mapping tools in predicting…