Author: Khadijah Olowode

The Ogu Divisional Council of Chiefs in Rivers Chiefs Pledge Solidarity With NDDC, Pray for Legacy ProjectsThe Ogu Divisional Council of Chiefs in Rivers State has pledged to support the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, and its Executive Management in the task of urgently developing the various communities in the Niger Delta region. Speaking during a solidarity visit to the NDDC Executive Director, Finance and Administration, Alabo Boma Iyaye, at the Commission’s headquarters in Port Harcourt, the Ogu Chiefs, from Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area, led by Chairman of the Council of Chiefs, Chief Adokiye Ochemiebia Chuku, expressed confidence in the…

Small scale entrepreneurs and petty traders in Odiolowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area were full of smiles on Tuesday, 19 December, 2023, when the Rasak Ajala led administration distributed loans and grants worth more than N100 million beneficiaries at the council secretariat in Ilupeju. Beneficiaries had earlier gone through rigorous screening exercise by a committee set up by the council boss. The distribution of the loans and grants formed part of the end of the year empowerment programmes initiated by the council boss which began at the start of November. While addressing the people, Hon Ajala reiterated his commitment to the…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s watch will never shift ground in its determination to protect businesses in Nigeria. According to him, enterprises are not only the very bedrock of a society but also reflect the direction the government is heading to and the speed with which it is doing so. The VP who stated this on Wednesday, 20 December, 2023, while commissioning the corporate headquarters of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) in Abuja noted that the Tinubu administration is strategically focusing on job creation, capital accessibility,…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has urged Nigerians to renew their faith in God and hope for a better future as the challenges confronting the nation are surmountable. Speaking at the Year 2023 Christmas Carol and Service of 9 Lessons held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Prince Abiodun called on Nigerians not to lose sight of the values that define them as a people, but continue to love one another. He said that true measures of success were beyond economic achievements, as it lies in the collective resolve of the people to grow together with a…

The vibrant city of Lagos played host to a spectacular celebration of life as Dr. Bisi Onasanya, a distinguished banker and Chairman of The Address Homes, bid a grand farewell to his beloved mother, Mrs. Selimot Olaleye Elizabeth Onasanya (Nee Folorunsho) who transitioned to glory on November 18, 2023, at the ripe age of 88. The burial ceremony, marked by opulence and style attracted a collage of creme de la creme in business, government and social circles including Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, who led the delegation of his government to the event; former Deputy Governor, Ogun state, Chief (Mrs)…

The Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, has charged professionals in the Lagos State Building Control Agency, (LASBCA) to upgrade themselves to modern trends in the Built industry and rededicate themselves to duties. Dr Olumide gave the charge at a meeting with management staff of the Agency at its head office in Ikeja. The Commissioner who expressed the confidence of the Governor in the ability of the agency’s professionals to stem the tide of building collapse in the State called for a concerted efforts from all members of staff to ensure that the mandates…

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has barred former Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Pauline Tallen from holding public. In a judgement delivered on Monday, 18 December, 2023, the court condemned Ms Tallen’s disparaging comments against the judiciary concerning a decision of the Federal High Court in Adamawa State last year. The Federal High Court in Yola, the Adamawa State capital, had nullified the candidacy of Aishatu Dahiru, widely known as Binani, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the last general election. But Mrs Tallen was dissatisfied with the court verdict; describing it…

Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC) have arrested two vandals of railway infrastructure and 11 illegal miners in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja and environs. According to the FCT Commandant of the NSCDC, Olusola Odumosu, whose men clampdown on the criminal elements, the two railway vandals were arrested by the Operatives of the Critical National Assets and Infrastructure unit of the command for willfully vandalizing rail tracks and traffic lights in Wuye Area of the territory. He said the Command in collaboration with the Nigerian Army arrested 11 suspects involved in illegal mining activities at Izom,…

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr Ahmed Audi has described as unfair and great injustice for an officer to remain rooted on a rank without promotion for upward of 10. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday, 20 December, 2023, at the decoration of newly promoted Assistant Commandants General and Commandants of Corps who were recently promoted by the Federal Government, Audi lamented that some personnel of the Corps were not promoted in 13 years when his assumed leadership of the paramilitary but noted that he has been able to halt the ugly trend. He…

No less than 4,000 personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed in Abuja, the nation’s capital to ensure that the Yuletide is celebrated without breach of peace and security. Speaking at the FCT Command headquarters, Abuja, the FCT Commandant of the Corps, Olusola Odumosu hinted that a robust operational order covering the entire Federal Capital Territory had been released and being fully implemented. He added that the Command’s Special Forces and various tactical units such as the Armed Squad, Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU), Rapid Response team, Special Female Squad, Agro Rangers unit, Anti vandals unit,…

The Economic Report on Africa 2023 (ERA 2023) has said: “Achieving sustainable growth and building resilience requires structural transformation.” It also said: “Successful industrial policy requires both sectoral focus as well as getting the basics right. It is essential for countries to identify optimal combinations of policy actions to nurture an industrial programme.” The report with title: “Building Africa’s Resilience to Global Economic Shocks”, and presented by the Director, Macroeconomics and Governance Division at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Adam Elhiraika, was launched in Abuja on Monday, 18 December, 2023. The report showed that the current global…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPC Ltd.) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TotalEnergies for the adoption and deployment of a methane detection technology known as Airborne Ultralight Spectrometer for Environmental Application (AUSEA) in all its upstream operations. With the agreement, which is a direct benefit from the Company’s participation at the recently concluded United Nations Climate Change Conference (also known as COP28) in Dubai, UAE, NNPC Ltd. will be able to deploy the TotalEnergies AUSEA technology on its upstream operations sites to ascertain the level of methane emissions from them, with a view to working out emission…

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, 19 December, 2023, presented the staff and instrument of office to the new Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III. He charged the new monarch to work for the unity of Ogbomosoland and the Council of Obas and Chiefs in the state. The Governor stated this at the event held at the Soun Township Stadium, Ogbomoso, which had in attendance former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State; the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi…

Jamiu Ayanwale, an indoor game athlete from Agege has emerged the winner of the 2nd edition of Seyi Tinubu Table Tennis Challenge competition, reports thegazellenews.com Ayanwale became champion by beating Augustine Emmanuel from Apapa three sets to one in the best of five set final. While decorating the champion, Ayanwale, with his medal, a gold trophy and a N250,000 cash prize, the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Oluwatoyin Gafaar Bolowotan noted that the youngster did exceptionally well all through, giving the game the needed seriousness and concentration, which eventually translated to victory. Bolowotan added that going forward…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, commissioned the fourth flyover constructed along the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Red Line corridor, signifying the near completion of the 37-kilometre rail network connecting Lagos and Ogun states. Ikeja Flyover – the largest overpass component of the Red Line project – was inaugurated by chairman of Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) and Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on the invitation of his Lagos counterpart. The project, undertaken by Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), is one of the T-shape overpasses planned along 10 level crossings along the rail alignment to eliminate pedestrian and vehicular…

Lagos State Government, on Tuesday, 19 December, 2023, formally pulled the 21st Head of Service (HOS), Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, out of the civil service, with a ceremonial parade. This came about four months after the former Lagos Number One civil servant penned down, exiting the State’s public service voluntarily after his meritorious service to the State. Muri-Okunola has since assumed a new role in the Federal Government, now serving as Principal Private Secretary to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu led members of the cabinet to grace the pull-out ceremony held at Adeyemi Bero Auditorium in the Secretariat, where…

The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has commended the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede over the transformation of the Commission within the short period of time of his appointment, adding that Nigerians are taking note of his impact. The NSA gave this commendation in Enugu on Tuesday, 19 December, 2023 at the Enugu Zonal Command of the EFCC during the commissioning of its new edifice. “I am particularly delighted by the transformation of this complex and indeed the transformation of the EFCC itself. Mr. Chairman, you are doing a good job. You are…

MTN Nigeria emerged as the winner of the Airship Altitude Awards recently held at the Mobile Leaders Forum in London. The company won the award for its mobile app, ‘myMTN NG,’ a free application designed to simplify the mobile experience of its subscribers. Airship, acknowledged as the leading mobile engagement platform for enterprise brands worldwide, celebrates brands delivering personalised and effective in-app experiences. Annually, Airship customers globally submit their best mobile strategies, app experiences and cross-channel campaigns for consideration in the Altitude Awards. Judges assess each submission against defined criteria, including performance, amplification, innovation, ease of use and overall contribution…

As part of efforts to activate and ensure constant usage of the Bariga Waterfront Jetty, the Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) over the weekend organised a boat cruise tagged “Love Lagos Water Experience” for fun seekers, holiday makers and tourists to Takwa Bay Island Beach. The experience offered them a unique opportunity to enjoy Lagos stunning coastline and have a memorable beach experience. Speaking before the departure, the Managing Director of LAGFERRY, Hon. Abdoulbaq Ladi Balogun, stated that the idea is to ensure the regular patronage of the magnificent Terminal by commercial passengers for daily commuting, tourists, revellers, adventurers etc…