By Miriam Humbe Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, on Tuesday, inaugurated the newly constituted Steering Committee for the Nigeria Digital Identification for Development (ID4D) World Bank Project. Director of Information in the OSGF, Segun Imohiosen revealed this in a news statement. In his inaugural speech, Senator George Akume charged the Steering Committee to ensure that every Nigerian was enrolled on the digital identification system which would facilitate access to services, improve service delivery and bolster Nigeria’s digital economy. The Steering Committee has the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume as Chairman…
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…As NPF Addresses Allegations of Nepotism, Ethnic Bias The Nigeria Police Force hereby wishes to address recent speculations regarding nepotism and ethnic bias in its administration most especially with regards to postings. In light of recent reports, we find it imperative to provide clarity and set the record straight, and highlight the steadfast commitment of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun to inclusivity and diversity within the NPF. The NPF acknowledges the importance of addressing concerns raised regarding the fairness and impartiality of appointments and postings of officers. Regarding the appointment of State Commissioners of Police, it…
By Miriam Humbe Against the disruption on March 14, 2024, which affected data and voice services due to cuts in undersea fibre optics along the coasts of Cote d’Ivoire and Senegal, the Nigerian Communications Commission, (NCC) has said that services have now been restored to approximately 90% of their peak utilization capacities. Reuben Muoka, NCC’s Director, Public Affairs revealed this in a statement signed on Monday. He said that all operators who were impacted by the cuts have taken recovery capacity from submarine cables which were not impacted by the cuts, and have thus recovered approximately 90% of their peak…
By Miriam Humbe The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing processes related to the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage. This was contained in a press statement jointly signed on Sunday by Ayodele Babalola, the Technical Adviser, Media, and Communications to the DG/CEO of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), and Reuben Muoka, Director, Public Affairs, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Recently, the NIN-SIM linkage exercise has become subject of national discourse, reflecting the critical importance of aligning SIM registrations with individuals’ unique national identification numbers. Recognising the significance…
Despite efforts of Police Officers in ensuring the safety and security of Nigerians, which require commitment and dedication, an average Nigerian harbors the opinion that the children of Police officers, most especially, the ones who live or lived in the barracks cannot be great and successful. This notion is indeed saddening and disheartening as Police Officers have been able to balance Policing duties with parenting and have given their children the best. Children of Police Officers are also entitled to the same privileges other children get, and they can also be great ambassadors of Nigeria wherever they find themselves. Many…
Photo credit: infochips.com By Miriam Humbe Using AI responsibly is crucial in order to guarantee consumer trust and circumvent possible problems. Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission, (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida said this in Abuja during the event to mark the 2024 World Consumer Right Day. Themed: “Fair and Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the Consumer”, Maida said that responsible AI means, using it in an ethical way throughout its development, deployment, and usage. Maida said this included considering issues like bias, privacy, transparency, and accountability. He said: “According to reports, responsible AI aims to empower consumers, build…
…Offenders Are Societal Menaces, Must Be Punished – FPRO By Olumuyiwa Adejobi Every individual deserves safety and respect, and the scourge of rape and defilement, which continues to plague our society, remains a grave concern. These heinous acts not only inflict physical and psychological trauma but also shatter the very fabric of our communities. Cases of rape and defilement represent the lived experiences of individuals whose lives are forever scarred by violence and those who have been robbed of their sense of security and dignity. It is imperative that we, as a society, take a stand against rape, defilement and…
Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has vowed to consolidate the working relationship between ICPC and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), to stamp out money laundering and other related acts of corruption. Spokesperson for the ICPC, Mrs. Azuka Ogugua revealed this in a statement. Speaking at a meeting between the two agencies, the ICPC Chairman stated that NFIU remained a key player in the war on corruption in Nigeria and underlined their importance by pointing out that: “NFIU’s role is critical because the Commission relies on their intelligence to…
….As Police Crackdown On Crime, Make Several Arrests, Recover Arms, Ammunition, Other Exhibits In Lagos, Other States Arrest Armed Robber, who dresses like Lunatic, Urge Nigerians to be cautious of criminals’ antics The operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in their quest to tackle crimes and criminality across the country have once again recorded milestone achievements in various areas. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer at the Force Headquarters Abuja revealed this in a statement signed on Friday. The FPRO said: “It is our responsibility as the lead Security Agency in Nigeria to update the public of our…
..As IGP Assures of Commitment to Service Driven, People-Friendly, Rule of Law Compliant Police Force By Miriam Humbe The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, played host to the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator (Dr.) Ibrahim Gaidam, along with the Minister of State for Police Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim, the Executive Secretary, Nigeria Police Trust Fund, Abdullahi Bala, and other Management Members of the Ministry of Police Affairs. A statement signed by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Nigeria Police Force Spokesman said the working visit held on Friday 15th March, 2024 at the IGP’s Smart Conference Hall, Force Headquarters,…
By Miriam Humbe Leading telecommunications services provider, MTN, has said it would partner the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), in disseminating weather and climate information to farmers and other users across Nigeria. The partnership is coming on the heels of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in February 2024, between NiMet and Tomorrow.io, a leading weather intelligence company based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with footprints across Africa and the Middle East. The two organizations are collaborating on a whole range of areas including commercializing weather data, improving accuracy of weather and climate forecasts, and application of artificial intelligence (Ai) in weather…
By Miriam Humbe The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has expressed willingness to partner with the Institute of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders of Nigeria (IMBLN) to deal with fraud in the Sector, reduce bureaucracy in accessing mortgage, thereby give more Nigerians access to affordable housing. This was made known by the Secretary to the Commission, Mr. Clifford Okwudiri Okparaodu when he received, on behalf of the ICPC Chairman Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu SAN, the Registrar of IMBLN, Dr. Jasper Adeleye and his team who visited the Commission recently. Mr. Okparaodu said the issue of housing has…