By Miriam Humbe Petroleum workers under the aegis of Nigeria Union of Natural Gas Workers and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, (NUPENGASSAN), have expressed grave concerns regarding the recently introduced landing fees imposed on helicopter operators especially those servicing the oil and gas industry in Nigeria. This was contained in a statement jointly signed by the General Secretary of NUPENG, Comrade Afolabi Olawale and PENGASSAN’s Secretary General, Comrade Lumumba Okugbawa The Unions strongly condemned the decision by the Federal Ministry of Aviation to impose exorbitant fees on helicopter operators during this period of economic hardship…
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Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Directors and senior staff of the Agency participated at a 2-day training programme on ‘Leadership and Performance Management’. The training which was being facilitated by the Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria (Chartered), took place at the Post-Graduate Auditorium of Nasarawa State University, Keffi.
Police operatives attached to Anguwan Lambu Division, Keffi have arrested the duo of Chibuieze Orji, 52 years and Jibrin Mohammed, 45 years, members of an armed robbery gang usually referred to as One Chance which operates on Akwanga-Keffi-Abuja express way. DSP Ramhan Nansel, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) revealed this in a statement signed for the Commissioner Of Police, Nasarawa State Command. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects usually posed as taxi drivers to pick unsuspecting passengers, drive away to unknown destinations, and dispossess them of money and other belongings, after which the victims are abandoned while they take…
The Federal Government has sought collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on the peaceful applications of the atomic energy for the socioeconomic development of the country. Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information & Public Relations in the OSGF revealed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, made the appeal when a high-level delegation from IAEA led by its Director-General, Mr. Rafael Mariano Grossi, paid him a courtesy visit in his Office on the sideline of a working visit to Nigeria to attend the High-Level Regional Seminar on Promoting Cancer…
A Federal High Court sitting in Maitama Abuja has threatened to issue a bench warrant against a legal practitioner, Barrister Ferdinand Baba Isa following his failure to appear in court in a N550 million fraud case filed against him by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Demola Bakare, the Ag. Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/ Spokesperson for the Commission revealed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. Barrister Baba Isa, who is the second defendant in the N550m corruption case, was due to be arraigned in the Court on the 10th May, 2024 but failed to…
Officials of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), and the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of Nigeria, have met to discuss areas of partnership towards improving sustainability practices by corporate organizations in Nigeria. During a courtesy visit on the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of FRC in Abuja, Dr. Rabiu Olowo, on Monday, 13th May, 2024, the Director General, Chief Executive Officer of NiMet, Professor Charles Anosike said; “Climate change is fast becoming a priority for financial regulators. “The work we do at NiMet through our weather and climate reports are the foundation for sustainability practices. This partnership will enable NiMet…
By Miriam Humbe The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Amb. Nicholas Agbo Ella has said that Nigeria is committed to advancing radiation safety and security for the benefit of the present and future generations. Deputy Director, Press and Public Relations, Oluwakemi Ogunmakinwa (Mrs) revealed this in a statement signed on Monday. Amb. Ella said this at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) first Coordination meeting of RAF 9070 Project with the theme “Enhancing the Radiation Safety Infrastructure (AFRA)”. It was organised by the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA) in collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Monday,…
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…
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…