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By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Federal Government has assured the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management of its full support for the successful hosting of the 2026 World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) in Abuja. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, gave the assurance on Thursday in Abuja when he received the President and Chairman of Council of the NIPR, Dr. Ike Neliaku, and the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Global Alliance, Professor Justin Green, on a courtesy visit ahead of the November forum.…
By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, has said new investments in Nigeria’s fisheries sector must strengthen rather than displace the millions of Nigerians who depend on artisanal fishing and related activities for their livelihoods. Oyetola stated this on Thursday when he received a delegation from Turkish fishing investment company, CRD Impex, led by Cem Tarhan, in his office. He assured the investors of the Federal Government’s commitment to creating an investment-friendly environment capable of attracting credible local and international investments into Nigeria’s marine and blue economy. The minister identified inadequate…
By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU), Abuja, and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the establishment of a Faculty of Aeronautical and Space Engineering and explore academic collaboration in Online Distance Learning (ODL). The agreement was reached on Thursday, September 24, 2026, during a follow-up engagement between the two institutions, building on discussions held in May. The Acting Vice-Chancellor of AAAU, Dr. Mustapha Sheikh Abdullahi, said the university sought the mentorship and expertise of ABU towards establishing the proposed Faculty and developing opportunities for ODL…
By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to consolidating the reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and translating emerging economic gains into improved living standards for Nigerians. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on Thursday in Abuja at a World Press Conference to commemorate Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary, hosted by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume. Idris said the anniversary provided an opportunity to reflect on Nigeria’s journey, acknowledge the resilience of its people and renew the commitment to building a more…
By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says Nigeria and Saudi Arabia are expanding their longstanding relationship beyond traditional ties to strengthen cooperation in agriculture, energy, investment, aviation, financial technology and trade. Idris stated this on Wednesday in Abuja at a reception to mark the 96th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He said the relationship between the two countries, built on history, faith, people-to-people connections and shared interests, was taking on a broader economic and strategic dimension. “Today, our relationship is also taking on a broader economic and strategic…
By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has urged Nigerians in the Diaspora to deploy their expertise, investments, networks and international experience towards advancing Nigeria’s development. Odumegwu-Ojukwu made the call on Wednesday at a Town Hall Meeting with Nigerians in the Diaspora in New York, held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly and attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima. The Minister said the Vice President’s presence at the engagement underscored the Federal Government’s commitment to the welfare, concerns and contributions of Nigerians living abroad. She described the Diaspora as an…
By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Dr. Abdullahi Musa, has been conferred with the Doctoral Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Human Resources and Strategic Management (CIHRSM). Musa received the fellowship at an induction ceremony held recently in Lagos, according to a statement signed by the Assistant General Manager, Public Affairs, Stephen Onabe. The Registrar of CIHRSM, Dr. Minna Abell, said Musa was recognised for his contributions to public service, human capital development, strategic management and nation-building. Abell described the fellowship as the Institute’s highest membership…
By Kwin Israel, The Sight News The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has been named 2026 “Man of the Year” by the African Cultural Festival (ACF) and presented with the Key to the City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in recognition of his contributions to education and human capital development. Receiving the honours, the Minister called for deeper partnership between Nigeria and its diaspora to advance education reform, research, innovation and technology transfer. Dr. Alausa was honoured at the grand finale of the ACF in Harrisburg, held under the theme “The Great Reunion: Culture, Education, and Collaboration.” He described the recognition…
By Kwin Israel, The Sight News The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has said its Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) has become temporarily unavailable, disrupting the platform through which admissions into tertiary institutions across the country are processed. In a statement, by the Board’s Acting Director, Public Affairs and Protocol, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, it said the disruption, which began earlier on Wednesday, resulted from technical challenges linked to the platform’s hosting arrangements. It said it has commenced intensive engagement with the hosting organisation to identify and resolve the issue as quickly as possible. JAMB acknowledged the sensitivity of the…
By Kwin Israel, The Sight News The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2026 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal, with 804,948 candidates, representing 58.67 per cent, obtaining five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics. The results announced 63 days after the last paper was written were unveiled by the Registrar of NECO, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, at a press conference in Minna, Niger State, on Thursday. Prof. Wushishi said 1,378,048 candidates registered for the examination, while 1,371,992 sat for it, in an exercise that ran from June 15 to July 23, 2026. He disclosed…