Year: 2023

NSITF bags NECA’s Best Service Delivery Award

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The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has emerged Winner of the 2023 edition of the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association’s (NECA) Award in Best Service Delivery category. Receiving the prize at a recent 2023 NECA Awards held at the Eko Hotels & Suites, Lagos, the Managing Director of the NSITF, Maureen Allagoa Esq. said the honour will ginger the agency to greater heights, adding that it underscores the huge mileage the fund has lately covered in the implementation of the Employees’ Compensation Scheme. Represented at the event by the NSITF’s…

Motivational Speaker,Olayode Abdurasaq to speak at NAYES National Welfare Summit on Thursday 14

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The National Association of Yewa/Awori Students National Welfare Summit has announced that renowned motivational Speaker and family Coach,Olayode Abdurasaq aka Philosopher King, will be among the invited Keynote Speakers at upcoming National Welfare Summit organised by the association.Olayode according to the association was invited for his contributions to humanitarian causes. With over 15 million students represented, this summit aimed to foster cooperation, inclusive decision-making, and the legacy of community bonds. Abdurasaq will be discussing the vital topic LEADERSHIP: Focusing on Community Development, focusing on grassroots projects and the importance of…

100 Days : Imaan’s Reformation and Transformation Strategies At Police Affairs, By ABUBAKAR YUSUF.

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Since her assumption of duty in August as Minister of State , Police Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Suleiman- Ibrahim as pioneer woman Minister since the creation of the Ministry, heated the ground running towards respositioning the activities and the image of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), in conjunction with the senior Minister ,Alhaji Ibrahim Geidam in the country. This was at backdrop of numerous problems bedeviling the main security organ in Nigeria charged with addressing efforts militating against the smooth operations of the police in line with the global best practices.…

Former NIMC Boss, Engr Aziz bags France’s highest Identity Award

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Engr. Aliyu Abubakar Aziz, the former Director General/CEO of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC),was celebrated in Paris on November 29, 2023, as the Secure Identity Alliance (SIA) presented him with an award for his outstanding contributions. Recognized as a founding member and pioneer Chairman of the SIA Advisory Council, Aziz was lauded for his role in establishing universal interoperability standards and influencing crucial decisions impacting Nigeria and Africa.   The SIA, a collaboration of public and private sectors along with academics in the identity industry, acknowledged Aziz’s efforts in…

Combating Insecurity Through Public Relations Fundamentals By Afolabi Olajuwon

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Insecurity, whether in the form of political tensions, social unrest, or economic crises, poses significant challenges to the stability and progress of nations.   This article explores the potential of harnessing the power of public relations (PR) fundamentals as a viable approach to combat insecurity.   By employing strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and reputation management, countries can effectively address and alleviate various dimensions of insecurity.   The article also highlights case studies that demonstrate the transformative impact of public relations in fostering stability, strengthening trust, and promoting sustainable development.  …

BREAKING: Akeredolu begins another medical leave,hands over power to his Deputy ,Aiyedatiwa

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The Governor of Ondo State, Mr Oluwarotimi Akeredolu is slated to commence another round of medical leave on Wednesday as his medical condition is said to have deteriorated the more. According to the reports, Akeredolu is incapacitated, can’t speak and too weak to sign a letter anymore. Press Secretary to the ailing governor, Richard Olatunde, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Akure. He said Akeredolu will prioritise his health and ensure full recovery before returning back to his official duties. The statement reads, “A formal letter regarding the…

UNIDO to collaborate with NASENI on Renewable Energy Solutions, Industrial Development

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The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is seeking the collaboration of National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) to reduce energy poverty in the country via domestication of renewable energy solutions and to fast-track industrial development of the country.   The Deputy Head, UNIDO Nigeria Office, Mr. Adekunle Olusile who led a delegation to visit the Management of NASENI on Monday, October 11, 2023 in Abuja, sought amongst others to facilitate German companies and research institutions’ collaborations with the Agency to reduce energy waste and support the present…

DG NITDA tasks Ondo Govt to equip citizens with Digital skill, Infrastructure

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The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa has urged Ondo State Government to equip its people with digital skills and provide them with digital infrastructure to enable them establish innovation driven enterprises in the state and also participate in global digital economy. Dr Kashifu Inuwa gave this admonition when he delivered a keynote address titled “Tech-Forward Ondo” at the Develop Ondo 2.1, a virtual summit organised by the state’s Ministry of Regional Integration and Diaspora Relations. DG NITDA, who was represented by the Acting Director, Corporate…

NITDA set to collapse Physical Barriers in Trade via Digital Technology

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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy is working to collapse the physical barriers in the context of trade for economic growth regardless of location through digital technology. The Director General NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, represented by the Acting Director, Digital Economy Development Department (DED), Engr Salisu Kaka, stated this while delivering a goodwill message at the Maiden ‘Nigeria – Cote D’Ivoire Business Roundtable and Exhibition’ at the Margins of the 64th ECOWAS Summit in Abuja. The Business…

BREAKING: Tinubu directs Ondo Assembly to transfer power to Akeredolu’s deputy

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There could be an end to the current political face-off in Ondo State as President Bola Tinubu has directed the State House of Assembly to transfer power to governor Akeredolu’s deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.   Tinubu reportedly gave the marching order during a meeting called by him on Monday to resolve the political impasse in the State.   Speaking during the meeting, Tinubu stressed that the transfer should be done without any conditions, as it aligns with the “Doctrine of Necessity.”   NewsBand Newspaper reports that the transfer of power will…