By Miriam Humbe Nigeria and India are assiduously working together to address common challenges related to desertification and land degradation at the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification at the Conference of Parties 16 (UNCCD COP16), taking place at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Nigerian Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal in a bilateral discussions with his counter part from India, Bhupender Yadav at the sidelines event at COP16 in Riyadh discussed issues related to strengthening cooperation as members of International Alliance and issues related to Energy Access and Transition. Ibrahim Haruna, the Ministry’s Director, Press and Public Relations Unit disclosed…
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The Arewa Broadcast Media Practitioner’s Forum, a body of media professionals from Northern Nigeria, has been following the ongoing debate on the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) bill before the National Assembly. We are compelled to express our concerns and reservations about certain provisions of the bill, which we believe are inimical to the interests of the Northern region and the overall economic development of the Nation. As observed by specialists on tax matters, certain aspects of the bill, if implemented judiciously may generate some of the much needed resources for national development. We, however take exception to the resort…
By Miriam Humbe Operational Staff of the FCT Emergency Management Department, (FEMD) are to be trained on the deployment of technology to mitigate disasters. Nkechi Isa, FEMD’s Head of Public Affairs disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. This is one of the outcomes of the proposed collaboration between FEMD and the National Space Research and Development Agency, (NARSDA). The Head of Information and Communication Technology of NARSDA, Mr John Nwangwu revealed this during a meeting at the Corporate Headquarters of FEMD in Abuja. Mr Nwangwu said that the training would enhance the operations of FEMD before, during and…
By Miriam Humbe A segment of the Samsung building under construction and located at Banex Junction, Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja, has collapsed. The incident occurred when the Pent House segment of the three story building collapsed during casting. Nkechi Isa, FEMD’s Head of Public Affairs disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. Meanwhile, it was reported that no life was lost to the incident. However four out of the ten construction workers on site sustained minor injuries. The four injured workers have been taken to the Wuse General Hospital for treatment. Recall that the Samsung building was…
By Miriam Humbe Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN has explained why the Commission, under his leadership is focusing more on strengthening its prevention mandate. Demola Bakare, the Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson for the ICPC disclosed this in a statement. The Commission, as enshrined in Section 6 (a-F) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000 has three thematic mandates which include: Enforcement, Prevention and Public Education/Enlightenment. Speaking on Tuesday at a one-day National Policy Dialogue on Anti-Corruption organised by the Centre for Media Policy and…
By Miriam Humbe A Magistrate Court sitting in Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State has sentenced Mr Kazeem Abdullahi, a motorist to one month imprisonment for attacking patrol operatives of the Federal Road Safety Corps, (FRSC) while performing their lawful duties along Oye-Ifaki road, EKITI State. Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC Headquarters, Abuja, Assistant Corps Marshal, Olusegun Ogungbemide, disclosed this in a statement. Mr Kazeem was arraigned with a case file number MOY/15C/2024 before His Worship, Senior Magistrate Salau ME of the Oye Ekiti Magistrate Court on a lone count charge under Section 187 of the Criminal Law of EKITI State 2021,…
By Miriam Humbe The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed has commended the efforts of FRSC Rescue and Emergency Response team for a rare demonstration of bravery, professionalism, and Resilience after successfully rescuing six victims of road traffic crashes from a deadly containerised crash. Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC Headquarters, Abuja, Assistant Corps Marshal, Olusegun Ogungbemide, disclosed this in a statement. One of the crashes which occurred as a result of break failure happened at 10:50hours involving two containerized trucks on the Apapa-Wharf route near Flour Mill, 6 kilometers from Mile 2, Lagos State. Crash investigation report submitted…
By Miriam Humbe The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed has admonished Corps members to avoid every act of criminality during their service year. He said this while addressing the 2024 Batch ‘C’ Stream One Corps Members at NYSC Kwara State Orientation Camp in Yikpata, Edu Local Government Area of the State. Caroline Embu, NYSC’s Acting Director, Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The NYSC DG cautioned that the Scheme was not an abode for criminal elements, but individuals of good morals that are ready to contribute their…
By Miriam Humbe The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has called on the Attorneys-General of Nigeria’s North-West zone to join forces with ICPC to enhance systems of accountability and transparency that benefit the public. Demola Bakare, the Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/ Spokesperson for the ICPC disclosed this in a statement. Dr. Aliyu made the appeal on Monday during a conference with State Attorneys-General in the North-West zone, focused on strengthening the ICPC’s capacity for preventing corruption. Themed: Establishing a Community of Practice for Attorneys General” the conference…
By Abdulkadir Ibrahim Leadership in the realm of disaster management requires more than just administrative acumen; it demands empathy, vision, and a relentless drive for innovation. Hajia Zubaida Umar, the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has epitomized these qualities in her transformative leadership. Since assuming office, she has redefined disaster response and preparedness in Nigeria, leaving a legacy of resilience, innovation, and inclusion. Redefining Emergency Preparedness: Under Hajia Zubaida Umar’s leadership, NEMA has prioritized proactive disaster management. Recognizing the increasing frequency and severity of natural and man-made disasters in Nigeria, she spearheaded initiatives to enhance early…
At about 04:50 hours on Monday morning, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) received distress call reporting a fire at the Trademore Estate, Lugbe. The Agency immediately activated the Fire Service and Nigerian Police that responded promptly to the incident. The fire, which primarily affected the food market section of the estate, has been brought under control, preventing it from spreading to nearby residential buildings. Fortunately, no life was lost in the incident. However, foodstuffs that can be estimated of huge value were lost to the incident. The Head of NEMA Abuja Operation Office, Mr. Justin Owazuruonye led the rescue…
The viral video circulating in the media that depicts uniformed personnel in camouflage scooping fuel from the wreckage of an accidented tanker was just released to discredit the Nigeria Police Force. It is essential to clarify that the individuals in the video are not officers of the Nigeria Police Force. They are uniformed personnel from a neighbouring francophone country whose camouflage uniforms bear a resemblance to the Nigeria Police’s. The captured officers were speaking in french languages, not a Nigerian language or English. We strongly condemn the spread of such disinformation and unverified news and contents aimed at tarnishing or…