By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, on Wednesday, commended the Lagos State Government for the launch of the “Produce for Lagos” Programme and the ₦500 billion Off-take Guarantee Fund. Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The CDS described it as a visionary initiative that bridges the critical link between food security and national stability. Speaking at the official unveiling of the programme, the CDS expressed admiration for the bold collaboration between Lagos State, the private sector, and the Lagos Food Systems Infrastructure Company (LAFSINCO).…
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The Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Owan Enoh, today formally inaugurated the Governing Board of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), signalling a bold commitment to transform Nigeria’s automotive sector under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. “This inauguration is more than a ceremony—it underscores our determination to strengthen Nigeria’s automotive industry,” Senator Enoh declared. “By appointing a technically proficient and highly professional board, Mr. President has demonstrated his resolve to deliver industrial revival and sustainable growth.” *Board Mandate and Strategic Priorities* The newly inaugurated NADDC Governing Board is charged with: •…
By Dooyum Naadzenga As Benue grapples with escalating security challenges that threaten its stability, a powerful alliance between Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration and local government leaders is forging a path toward lasting peace. This united front signals a deep commitment to quelling unrest and fostering a secure future for the citizens of the state. The urgency of the situation is evident. Local government chairmen Joseph Keffi of Makurdi and Timothy Adi of Gwer-West have stepped forward, assuring residents of the government’s unwavering resolve to halt the senseless attacks that have plagued the region. In a chat with journalists in Makurdi…
By Dooyum Naadzenga As part of efforts to enhance maritime safety, the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has initiated a significant overhaul of its marine casualty investigation structures. Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Capt. Alex Badeh Jnr, who initiated this pioneer work, had set up a 5-man committee chaired by Engr. Abdullahi Babanya – Director of Transport Investigations (DTI), NSIB, tasked with drafting the comprehensive regulations. These regulations align with the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Casualty Investigation Code while addressing the unique challenges of investigating incidents on Nigeria’s inland waterways and oceans. The NSIB Act of 2022 mandates the Bureau…
By Dooyum Naadzenga The Federal University of Lafia (FULafia) yesterday welcomed Professor Qrisstuberg Msughter Amua, Vice-Chancellor of the newly established Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh and a delegation of principal officers. A statement from the office of the Vice- Chancellor, UAST, Ihugh and made available to the Daily Times says, the visit marks the beginning of a promising partnership aimed at fostering national development. Professor Shehu Abdul Rahman, Vice-Chancellor of FULafia, extended a warm welcome to the UAST delegation, emphasizing the importance of building cooperative bridges between institutions. He highlighted the necessity for universities in…
By Miriam Humbe The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 presented more witnesses to prove a case of alleged N5,78billion involving the immediate past Governor of Kwara State, Abdulfatah Ahmed, and his former Commissioner for Finance, Ademola Banu. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. At the resumed hearing of the case on Tuesday, the sixth prosecution told Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar of the Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin that the vouchers to borrow N1billion (One Billion Naira Only) were raised by SUBEB…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) today, 22nd July 2025, witnessed the conduct of a public hearing on a bill sponsored by the former Chair of the House Committee on Aviation Technology, Hon. Isiaq Abiodun Akinlade. The bill proposes amendments to the 2022 version of the Agency’s Establishment Act. The proposed amendments seek, among other key issues, to provide a clear and detailed framework for the Agency’s cost recovery across various sectors of the economy, especially the non-aviation sectors. The aim is to strengthen the Agency’s capacity to fulfill its mandate, promote efficiency, improve infrastructure, ensure safety, and…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, has declared its resolve to work in partnership with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC in the fight against corruption. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head, Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The resolve was conveyed by Ibrahim Muhammad, Zonal Coordinator, FCCPC when he led other members of the Commission on a courtesy visit to the Acting Director, Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the EFCC, ACE I Bawa Usman Kaltungo. Muhammad noted that partnership and collaboration with the EFCC in Kaduna State became necessary with the…
By Miriam Humbe The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, secured the conviction and sentence of two internet fraudsters, Emmanuel Nwanze and Omogbe Aroghene Justice, before Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head, Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. They were arraigned on one-count separate charge of fraudulently impersonating foreign nationals. The charge against Emmanuel reads: “That you EMMANUEL NWANZE (Male), adult sometime in July, 2025 in Ayobola Daodu Street, Sango-tedo, Lagos State within the…
By Miriam Humbe Justice Emmanuel Gakko of the Federal High Court sitting in Kebbi, Kebbi State, on Tuesday July 22, 2025 convicted and sentenced two motor dealers : Mamuda Aliyu and Hamza Muhammad Mahuta to various jail terms for money laundering. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head, Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. They were jailed upon their arraignment and trial on ten- count charges preferred against them by the Sokoto Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Count one reads: “That you Mamuda Aliyu and Hamza Muhammad Mahuta (trading under the name and…
***Lauds Blueprint Newspaper For Promoting National Unity, Inclusive Growth & Accountable Governance By Miriam Humbe The Federal Government has assured its readiness to revolutionise the livestock sector to boost the nation’s economic growth in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information & Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation OSGF, disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, made the assurance while delivering his remarks at the 2024 Blueprint Impact Series and Awards Ceremony…
By Miriam Humbe The First Prosecution Witness, PW1, Sulaiman Kwalla, in the trial of Bishop Katung Jonas and Okewole Dayo, chairman and secretary of Covenant Fadama Multi-purpose Cooperative Society, Jos, Plateau State, respectively, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, told Justice Sharon T. Ishaya of the Federal High Court, sitting in Jos, that many of the victims of the alleged fraudulent cooperative society, including him and his wife were lured into investing their resources in the venture by the church sermons and religious influence of Bishop Jonas. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The…