Month: June 2023

SGF denies appointment of his Chief of Staff,Others

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By ABUBAKAR YUSUF.   The Secretary to the Government of the Federation,SGF, Senator George Akume CON has described as fake news, information going round the social media on appointment of his Chief of Staff or any other ones.   A statement issued by Dr Mkor Aondona, the immediate Chief Press Secretary to the former Minister for Special Duties on Tuesday urged the general public to disregard such bogus information.   Dr Andoka maintained that appointments to be made by the SGF will be made known to the general public,stating that…

NPOM; Presidential aide, Adefulire Honored.

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By ABUBAKAR YUSUF.     The former Deputy Governor of Lagos state and Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals SSA-SDGs, Princess Adejoke Orelope Adefulire was decorated with the National Productivity order of Merit NPOM. The grand event which attracted well wishers was held at the conference hall of the National Productivity Centre NPC, Abuja. Adefulire who appreciated the honor done to her by the federal government and promised to continue to do her best to provide enabling environment that will ensure social security, empowerment, healthy society…

Asari Dokubo, Tinubu and oil theft, by Reuben Abati

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Different dance forms in the world Asari Dokubo, the self-styled Niger Delta activist and revolutionary who came into prominence during the struggle for self-determination in the Niger Delta, finally got the attention that he may have been looking for. He came into prominence in the 2000s as an activist until the Umaru Yar’Adua administration launched an amnesty programme and the embattled militants were later allowed to have a look at what is “in the pipelines of Abuja”, turning former warlords of the creeks into overnight billionaires and contractors. He was…

NSA: The Excellent Credentials of Mallam Nuhu Ribadu By Ahmad Muhammad Danyaro

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The story of the AIG Nuhu Ribadu (RTD) is that of triumph of the human vicissitude. His life is a proof that with strong will to succeed in life and divine nod to one’s actions, one can turn all obstacles to blessings.   The effort of this gentleman makes him to attain greatness by building fruitful policing career and spearheading the modern and comprehensive fight against corruption as the pioneer Chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).His appointment as National Security Adviser by President Tinubu on Monday was well…

EFCC summons Former Benue Governor Ortom

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The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom is currently in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).   According to Daily Trust, the former governor was invited by the anti-graft body for questioning over his stewardship.   Ortom was seen entering the Makurdi zonal office of the agency, which is located at Alor Gordon Street in the state capital at exactly 10:08 am.   NEW: Click “HERE” to join our WhatsApp group and receive News updates directly on your WhatsApp!   The former governor’s media…

Pay As You Work; NPC to drive modest system – DG

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By Abubakar Yusuf. The Director -General, National Productivity Centre NPC, Dr Nasir Olaitan Raji-Mustapha has assured Nigerians that the new productivity linked wage system being developed will enhance more productive society as obtainable in the global world. Dr Raji stated this on Monday during the presentation of certificate and plaque of National Honor to the Head of Service of the Federation, Dr Mrs Folashade Esan in her office at the federal secretariat, Abuja. The NPC helmsman maintained that the new system when adopted will not only enhance productivity, but create…

Hon Ishaq Akinlade felicitates new IGP, tasks him on crime-free society, professionalism

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The Member representing Yewa South/Ipokia Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon Abiodun Isiaq Akinlade has congratulated the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police, DIG Kayode Egbetokun.   Hon Akinlade who is also from the same town with the Acting IGP stated in his congratulatory message that the new Inspector General of Police has a great responsibility to ensure adequate security, professionalism, respect for human rights, and a crime-free society. He said he had no doubt that DIG Egbetokun will rise to the occasion.   ‘Your exceptional leadership…

Benue Ex-Corps member emerges overall best at NYSC DG CDS Award

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Ex-Corps Member Ogunleye Paulinarh Bolatito BN/22A/3096 emerged the overall best nationwide at the NYSC Director General’s Community Development Service Personal project category during the launching of 2023 CDS activities held in Abuja. Miss Ogunleye’s recognition for the feat was based on her selfless impact on her host community during the service year, alongside her exemplary performances in all the four cardinal programmes of the NYSC namely; Orientation Course, Primary Assignment, Community Development Service and Winding-Up/Passing-Out.   Her personal projects included; provision of free dental treatment and pro-dental care kits to…

NYSC DG bags Fellow of National Labour Institute

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The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Yusha’u Dogara Ahmed has been decorated as a Fellow of Michael Imoudu National Institute For Labour Studies.   The DG was decorated based on his enhancement of Staff and Corps Welfare issues including security-related matters since he assumed duty as the 22nd Chief Executive of NYSC. Speaking on behalf of the institute during the ceremony held at the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Abuja today, the Managing Director of Gogetters Consulting Ltd, Mr Olukanmi Ayokanmi hailed the outstanding performances of…

Rear Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla NN/1725 Chief Of Naval Staff

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R Adm Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla was born on 20 Dec 68 in Enugu Ezike Igbo Eze north LGA Enugu State, Nigeria. He obtained the WASC from the NMS Zaria in Jun 87 where he graduated as the best boy in Sciences. He had A1 in all subjects except English language.   He is a member of the 39 RC NDA, graduated with a BSc in Maths and was awarded sword of honour as the best naval cadet in his course. He was commissioned S Lt on 16 Sep 92 and…