Author: Khadijah Olowode

Dedicates Certificate to Tinubu The Director General, DG, Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC), Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Yusuf Buba Yakub has pledged to continue to offer his best efforts to improving the lot of humanity everywhere he finds himself. He said this on Saturday, 9 December, 2023, when he received a Professional Fellowship Doctorate award of the Institute of the Chartered Economists of Nigeria (ICEN), dedicated the highly prized certificate to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he termed “the leadership he has demonstrated in less than one year since assuming the Office of President in the country.” While also thanking…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, on Saturday, 9 December, 2023 intercepted at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, AIIA, Enugu, 12 consignments of cocaine belonging to members of a Drug Trafficking Organisation. A businessman, Augustine Justine Emeka, 44, who claims he deals in copper wire was arrested at the airport upon his arrival from Douala, Cameroon via Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Ethiopia airline with the 12 consignments consisting of 797 pellets of cocaine weighing 17.6 kilograms. During preliminary interview, the suspect admitted the cocaine consignments were for delivery to 12 different persons in the country. In a…

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has assured that the Commission will continue to adopt measures to promote the use of clean energy as part of the solution to the global climate change challenge. Speaking in a live interview on ARISE Television, after attending the Climate Change Conference, COP28, in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Ogbuku stressed the need for a permanent solution to the environmental challenges faced by the Niger Delta region as a result of crude oil exploration and exploitation. He stated, “The conference in Dubai gave us the opportunity to…

First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON has joined other notable Nigerians to celebrate the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio who clocks age 61 today, Saturday, 9 December, 2023. Speaking during the grand reception to mark the 61th birthday of the Senate President at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, Senator Oluremi Tinubu described Akpabio as an extraordinary democrat. She said that the event was not only a birthday celebration but an occasion to reflect on Akpabio’s contributions to the growth of democracy and his developmental strides while as Governor. “It is noteworthy that under his…

Seyi Tinubu Movement, organizer of Seyi Tinubu Table Tennis Challenge, has concluded plans to hold an all encompassing Table Tennis Challenge as top best table tennis players in each of the 20 Local Governments in Lagos State, converge on Sunday, 17 December, 2023. The stage is set for the star-studded event, which promises to feature the best in the field of Table Tennis and prominent individuals in the Lagos State set to grace the event. The roll call include: Sen. Ganiyu Olanrewaju Solomon, member of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC)/Supreme Leader of APC in Mushin; Ogboni Fouad Oki, Chairman of…

The management of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has approved the promotion of 357 men of the service from the ranks of Customs Assistant I (CAI) to Inspector of Customs (IC). Their promotion was ratified during the 7th management meeting of 2023, chaired by the Comptroller-General (C-G) of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi. A statement by the National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada (CSC) indicated that the promotion affected both the General Duty (GD) and Support Staff (SS) personnel who excelled in the 2023 promotion exercise. The breakdown of promoted officers showed: AIC to IC (246) GD, AIC to IC (37) SS,…

The Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, received a heartfelt birthday message from the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, in recognition of the Senator’s unwavering commitment to the advancement and development of Nigeria, specifically the Niger Delta region. The message expressed deep admiration and appreciation for the Senate President’s dedicated leadership and vision, which have been pivotal in driving positive change and transformation within the region. Dr. Ogbuku conveyed warm birthday wishes on behalf of the Niger Delta Development Commission, acknowledging the significant impact of Senator Akpabio’s leadership in advocating for inclusive development, empowerment, and…

In a recent ranking of Nigerian universities conducted by AD Scientific Index 2024″ World Scientist and University, Lagos State University has secured an impressive position as the 9th Best University across all categories in Nigeria solidifying its reputation as a leading institution in the country. Notably, it has also for the second time become the Best State University in Nigeria reinforcing its commitment to excellence in education. This is a strong testament to the concerted efforts and commitment of the current university management under the leadership of Prof. Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello, mni, NPOM, towards making the State University the Best…

Prime Music Partners, a renowned distribution agency based in the United States, recently collaborated with three of Africa’s hottest talents – Mvee, Djodje, and Jux, on their latest single ‘Hello’. The captivating new track is a fusion of Afrobeats sounds, blended with rich African tunes and percussions, promising to captivate audiences worldwide. ‘Hello’ showcases the immense talent and versatility of Mvee, Djodje, and Jux, who have been making waves in the African music scene with their distinct styles and unique sounds. The collaboration between these rising stars and Prime Music Partners seeks to introduce the global audience to the vibrant…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Friday, 8 December, 2023, said that the late Iyalode of Yoruba land, Chief Mrs. Alaba Lawson left a legacy that would be a reference and an inspiration to generations yet unborn. Abiodun stated this at the funeral and outing service held at the African Church, Cathedral of St. James, Idi-Ape, Ago-Oko, Abeokuta, even as he noted that the late educationist life and times are inspiring narrative of great accomplishments. According to the Governor, as the first female President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), former Chairman,…

The Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board and its partners (UNFPA and Project Aisha) have inaugurated a state sub-committee for Community-based Maternal Perinatal and Child Death Surveillance and Response (C-MPCDSR). The inauguration of the Committee took place on Friday, 8 December, 2023, during a stakeholders’ engagement held at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry Conference Center on Nurudeen Olowopopo Street in Ikeja. Speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Mrs. Olukemi Ogunyemi noted that it has become imperative to involve members of the community, particularly at the grassroot level,…

By Ola Awoniyi American business executive and one time Chairman and CEO of General Electric, John Francis Welch Jr. popularly called Jack Welch, once said: “Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” Going by those words, Godswill Obot Akpabio, the President of the Nigerian Senate, is a leader. Having attained personal success early in life, he has long devoted himself to growing others. The Akwa Ibom-born lawyer and politician has every reason to thank God as he marks his first birthday in office as Nigeria’s…

By Abiodun KOMOLAFE I do not know how to start this Tribute. Still, I have to do it; and it’s to Temitope Adeniran Ademakinwa who died on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Ademakinwa died at the age of 62, leaving behind a 97-year-old mother, an elder brother and a daughter. During his lifetime, Ademakinwa was gracefully cerebral and deeply analytical. He was meticulous, truthful and responsible. He was gentle, yet assertive. In all things, our departed brother trusted God infinitely. Even when he was passing through difficult times, he remained a distinctive voice and dependable ally. Ademakinwa wanted to make the…

Over 400 lawyers, on Friday, 8 December, 2023, raised the alarm over persistent threats to the life of one of their colleagues, Barr. Yetunde Olubunmi Shaibu, Convener of the United Front for Democracy (UFD), by certain interests loyal to the Social Democratic Party and its Governorship candidate. The lawyers, from across the six geo-political zones of the county, under the aegis of the Commitee for the Defence of Democracy, said this followed UFD’s whistleblowing on an alleged clandestine move by the Social Democratic Party and its Governorship candidate to file their petition against the outcome of the November 11 election…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Thursday, December 7, 2023 has secured the conviction and sentencing of Eze Harrisson Arinze before Justice J.K Omotosho of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja for defrauding 34 victims in 13 countries of $592,000. Arinze was re-arraigned on one count charge bordering on impersonation and obtaining under false pretence. The amended count charge reads: That you, EZE HARRISON ARINZE alias Charlotte Brain, sometime between April, 2021 and December, 2022 in Abuja, within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court, did fraudulently impersonate one Charlotte Brain a purported owner of digitrades.netxxxxxxxxxxxxxx investment platforms on telegram and…

The Oyo State Government has given a breakdown of the N434.2billion 2024 Budget proposal presented to the State House of Assembly by the state governor, ‘Seyi Makinde. The state Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning and a Professor of Economics, Musibau Adetunji Babatunde, gave the breakdown of the budget estimates on Friday, 8 December, 2023, in a parley with Civil Society Organisations and members of the press. According to Prof Babatunde, the 2024 Budget was prepared against the backdrop of continuing global and national economic challenges, noting that the government would execute the budget to bring about sustainable economic recovery…

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday, 8 December, 2023, assured the business community that his administration will not allow disruption of businesses in the State. Governor Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance during the 2023 Lagos Corporate Assembly, a business forum tagged “BOS meets with Business Community” at the Banquet Hall, Lagos House, Ikeja on Friday. Speaking during the meeting attended by Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat; members of the State Executive Council, heads of agencies, Captains of Industries and entrepreneurs, Governor Sanwo-Olu urged government agencies to interface with corporate organisations and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with…

The home of a former South African President, Nelson Mandela, where he lived before his demise has been abandoned. According to a South African journalist, Silindelo Masikene, in a tweet on Friday, 8 December, 2023, the ex-President’s grandchildren, who were the home’s last occupants, left due to unpaid electricity bills. Sharing photos of the house, Masikane wrote, “EXCLUSIVE: The last place former president #NelsonMandela called home has been abandoned. “The mansion on 12th Avenue in Houghton was being occupied by Mandela’s grandchildren but they moved out after the lights were cut due to unpaid utility bills – which according to…

The Federal Government through the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo decorated the newly appointed Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service, Adepoju Caroline Wura-ola (Mrs); alongside with six Deputy Comptroller General Immigration: Auna Usman, Usman Babangida, Zainab Lawal; Hassan Sadate; Emenike Ijeoma Chidi and Nandap Kemi Nanna for efficiency and service delivery towards the nation’s security. The Minister appreciated the President of Nigeria for making the historical day a reality. Dr. Olubunmi commended the new CGI of hard work, dedication and perseverance that brought her to the higher level she found herself. The Minister in his words to the decorated…

The President of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Omar Touray has insisted that recent cases of military rule in the region have led to worsening insecurity and exposure of terrorism. Touray also warned that the growing military rule poses existential threat to the region, urging that there must be no weak link if ECOWAS must prevail. Delivering a welcome address at the 51st Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council at Ministerial Level in Abuja on Wednesday, Touray said: “On the political front, the transition roadmaps and timetables agreed with the transition authorities in Mali,…