Led by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijanni, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nokia Solutions and Networks Nigeria. The MoU was to train young Nigerians on latest 4G/ 5G radio and transmission technologies at the Nigerian Communications Commission’s Digital Parks. Nokia Nigeria would be setting up a fully functional 5G/4G test lab, leveraging their latest radio and transmission technologies. This collaboration advances the vision to enhance the capacity and skills-set of Nigerians, by equipping them with contemporary…
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The Minister of Environment Malam Balarabe Abbas Lawal represented Nigeria at the UNFF19 Conference at the UN HQ alongside Governors Babagana Zulum of Borno State and Dauda Dare Lawal of Zamfara State. Malam Balarabe Abbas Lawal delivered a speech highlighting the importance of global collaboration in safeguarding our planet’s future. Here’s a key extract from his address: “Today, we stand at a critical juncture in human history, where the decisions we make will profoundly impact the health of our planet and the well-being of future generations. “As stewards of the environment, it is our collective responsibility to take bold and…
…He Has A Case To Answer The Nigeria Police Force hereby addresses recent developments regarding the arrest and investigation of Mr. Daniel Ojukwu, reiterating that much contrary to speculative reports, Mr. Ojukwu’s investigation is in strict compliance with legal protocols and procedures. Mr. Ojukwu was lawfully apprehended and detained pursuant to a valid remand warrant issued by a competent Court of justice on May 2nd 2024. His initial detention in Lagos and subsequent transfer to Abuja by the FCID-National Cybercrime Centre (NCCC) aligns with standard investigative procedures undertaken by police. The detention of Mr. Ojukwu is linked to allegations of…
…Advocates For Child Safety Measures The Nigeria Police Force has acknowledged the public outcry in response to disturbing images and videos involving a 4-year-old child with the Instagram handle @officialsarah_ig, circulating on social media. This was contained in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Sunday. The content portrayed the young child in inappropriate poses, akin to adult contents. The Force expressed profound shock and grave concern over the apparent exploitation of this vulnerable child and unequivocally condemned such actions in the strongest terms possible. Prima facie investigations indicate the involvement of the…
By Miriam Humbe A Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Gwagwalada, Abuja has found guilty and convicted one Mrs. Ramat Mercy Mba, a mother of five children guilty of forging the signature of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s Chief of Staff, the late Abba Kyari. Demola Bakare, the Ag. Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/ Spokesperson for the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) revealed this in a statement signed on Sunday. The presiding judge, Justice Ibrahim Mohammad however deferred the sentencing of the convict till Thursday, 16th of May, 2024 but directed that she should be remanded…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, convened a significant meeting with police legal officers at the Force Headquarters, Abuja on Thursday 9th May, 2024. This was contained in a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Thursday . Humsimedia gathered that the meeting was in line with the IGP’s administration’s policy to bequeath to Nigerians a Police Force which is rule of law compliant The IGP underscored the paramount importance of service delivery and upholding the rule of law within the Nigeria Police Force. The IGP reiterated the critical role of police…
Christopher Oluchukwu Ugwubujo By Miriam Humbe The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has secured the conviction of Mr. Christopher Oluchukwu Ugwubujo, a Commandant with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for his involvement in employment scam. Ag. Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson for the ICPC, Demola Bakare, revealed this in a statement signed on Thursday. In the case filed by ICPC at the Katsina State High Court 3, the convict was accused of receiving the sum of N200,000:00, N300,000:00 and N400,000:00 respectively from three individuals under the pretext of securing jobs for their children with…
By Miriam Humbe A public officer with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Umar Isa Gachi has been arraigned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), for offences bordering on money laundering and making false returns. Ag. Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson for the ICPC, Demola Bakare, revealed this in a statement signed on Thursday. Gachi, an Accounting Officer deployed to Abuja Metropolitan Management Council was arraigned on a 4-count charge before Honourable Justice Iyang E. Ekwo of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court 5 sitting in Maitama, Abuja. In a Charge marked: FHC/ABJ/CR/172/2022 filed…
By Miriam Humbe The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has extended warm felicitations to the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) as they mark their 40th anniversary with a series of commemorative events, including a Dinner/Gala Night and a Grand Finale. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) revealed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The PCRC has been an invaluable partner to the Police fostering mutual trust, understanding, and collaboration between the police and the communities they serve. Over the past four decades, the PCRC has played a pivotal role in promoting community-oriented policing,…
By Miriam Humbe A Federal High Court sitting in Asaba, Delta State has upheld the powers of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate and prosecute officials of Delta State Government who allegedly engage in corrupt acts. Ag. Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson for the ICPC, Demola Bakare, revealed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The Attorney-General of the State had filed a suit challenging the powers of the Commission under Sections 6 and 28 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000 (ICPC Act) to investigate State finances and invite Delta…
By Miriam Humbe The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has delivered 1,437.5 Metric tonnes of assorted grains to Niger State from the 42,000 Metric tonnes as approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for distribution to vulnerable Nigerians across the 36 States and Federal Capital Territory. Director General NEMA Mrs Zubaida Umar who presented the grains to Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago in Minna said the items were to be shared equally to all the Local Government Areas in the state. She said: “Based on directives of the President, 20% of the food items due for each Local Government Areas…
…Holds Discourse On Viable Partnership For Training, Devt By Miriam Humbe The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, today, hosted the Director General, National Crime Agency, Mr Graeme Biggar, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) revealed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The meeting also had in attendance the members of the Force Management Team, National Vice President of Interpol, Garba Baba Umar, and the Head of NPF-NCCC, CP Henry Uche. The IGP reflected on the already existing relationship between the Police and the UK National Crime Agency, in arrears…