By Miriam Humbe The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun on Tuesday , decorated 35 Senior Police Officers comprising 14 Assistant Inspector Generals of Police and 21 Commissioners of Police with their new ranks amidst cheers from families, friends, and well-wishers. Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi revealed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The event was held at the Goodluck Jonathan International Peacekeeping Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja The newly decorated officers included: AIGs Yetunde Longe; Haruna Gabriel Garba; Tajudeen Akinwale Abass, Julius Alawiri Okoro; George Chijioke Chuku; and CPs Olanrewaju Peter Ogunlowo; Mohammed…
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By Miriam Humbe Following the COP28 call for real climate action, the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) convened a landmark 2 day training workshop at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja. Themed: “Nigeria’s Carbon Market Activation Plan: Nigeria’s Article 6 Framework; & Implementation Design under the Paris Agreement”, the intensive training, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Neyen Consulting SL, marked a significant step towards operationalizing Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and establishing Nigeria as a leader in carbon market development. Ahmed Lawan Danbazau, the Head of Press and Public Relations Unit at NCCC said…
By Miriam Humbe “I urge you to consider the issue of a National Minimum Wage and all related matters with thoroughness and concern, keeping in mind not only the welfare of our workforce but also the impact on the country’s economy.” President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said this on Tuesday at the inauguration of the Tripartite Committee on the National Minimum Wage in Abuja. The President said that the labour force stands as the cornerstone of the progress of every nation, and ours has been the enduring engine of our pursuit of development. He said: “I, therefore, welcome the nominees of…
Mustapha Habib Ahmed’s tenure as the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has been marked by a series of commendable achievements, showcasing his leadership, dedication, and strategic vision in handling emergency response and disaster management in Nigeria. Upon assuming office, Ahmed swiftly implemented reforms to enhance NEMA’s operational efficiency. Under his leadership, the agency has significantly improved its coordination with various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international partners. This collaborative approach has strengthened Nigeria’s overall disaster response capabilities. One notable achievement during Ahmed’s tenure is the establishment of a more robust early warning system. Recognizing…
National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) North Central Zonal office in collaboration with Plateau State Emergency Management Agency (PLASEMA), Local Government Emergency Committee and the Nigerian Red Cross on Monday, carried out a joint on-the-spot assessment in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. Renewed communal attacks took place in the area between Monday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd January 2024. The injured currently in hospitals in Plateau, excluding those taken to Bauchi are 86, confirmed deaths are about 96, and houses affected are 476. The Zonal Coordinator, Mr. Eugene Nyelong led a team for the assessment from the office in collaboration…
By Miriam Humbe Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, has said the Commission under his watch was committed to integrity, accountability, and excellence in building a Nigeria where corruption had no place, and the rule of law prevailed. The ICPC Chairman made this comment on Monday at the Commission’s management and leadership retreat taking place in Kano. Mrs. Azuka Ogugua, the Spokesperson for ICPC said this in a statement signed on Monday. Addressing management staff as well as Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioners (RACCs) from the 21 state offices of the Commission,…
*As Indian Investors Pledge $14Bn Worth Investment Into Nigerian Economy The Federal Government has initiated a move to deepen bilateral relations with the Indian government for the mutual benefits of both countries as Indians investors pledged an impressive total of almost $14 billion worth of investment into Nigeria’s economy. The Minister of Industry Trade and investment Doris Uzoka-Anite disclosed this while delivering the keynote address at the Nigeria-India Business forum held in Abuja recently. The Forum was put together by Nigeria–India Business Council in collaboration with Nigeria Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) with the term…
*To Resuscitate Nigeria’s Rubber Industry The federal government is set to host the International Rubber Study Group (IRSG) 55th Annual Assembly and the 2024 Rubber Summit. The event is scheduled to hold from May 20-24, 2024 in Nigeria as one of its strategic plans to develop the non-oil sector in line with the President Tinubu’s Eight Point Agenda . Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite said this when the Secretary-General of the International Rubber Study Group paid a courtesy call on her in Abuja and also inaugurated the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the upcoming event. The…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Government is set to inaugurate a 37-man Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage with a mandate to recommend a new National Minimum Wage for the country. Director, Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen said this in a statement signed for the SGF, Senator George Akume on Sunday. Here’s a full text of the statement: The planned inauguration of the Committee is sequel to the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The inauguration is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 30th January, 2024 by 12:00 noon at the…
The new management of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), led by the Director General and Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Charles Anosike, is prioritizing commercialization of meteorological data and staff capacity development. It was gathered that this was in line with the vision of the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, SAN, for the aviation sector. The Minister had charged Aviation agencies to prioritize staff welfare including training etc, improvement in safety, increase in internally generated revenue amongst others. It is along this line that the management organized a training and interactive session between officials of the agency and officials of Tomorrow.io,…
Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda has dissociated himself from a recent media report protesting his redeployment from the Ministry of Petroleum Resources. In a statement to the media on Friday, Ambassador Aduda said while he would typically overlook such statements, it very apt and timely to address the matter to prevent any misconceptions. Aduda, being a seasoned civil servant, does not endorse threats to occupy the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation and the National Assembly. He sees his redeployment as an opportunity to continue serving Nigeria and urged those behind the protest to cease their…
The Ministry of Environment hosted the National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) on a courtesy visit to the Minister, Malam Balarabe Abbas Lawal today. The primary objective was to brief the Minister on the Nigeria NPAP and its notable achievements thus far. The NPAP, with its noble goals, was dedicated to eliminating plastic waste, fostering a circular economy for plastic, reducing plastic leakage into land and water environments, and addressing the broader challenge of plastic waste and pollution. This collaboration stood as a testament to the Federal Government’s commitment to environmental sustainability, paving the way for a cleaner and greener Nigeria.