Year: 2023

NHRC Boss assures deeper collaboration, publicity of SIIP-North report ….. as Ag Director,Nigerian Army Legal Services,Brig Gen Saidu Inaboya pays visit

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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has assured the Nigerian Army that the report of the Special Independent Investigation Panel on Human Rights Violations in Counter-Insurgency Operations in the North East Nigeria will be widely publicised as soon as the report is ready. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu who stated this when he received a delegation of the Nigerian Army led by the Acting Director Legal Services, Brigadier-General Saidu Inaboya noted that the ongoing investigation panel was set up to investigate the Reuters report will make…

Reps’ll ensure passage of 2024 Budget before end of December – Abubakar Bichi

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The Chairman House Committee on Appropriations, Hon. Abubakar Bichi has assured that the House of Representatives will work to ensure the passage of the 2024 Appropriation Bill before the end of December, 2023. Hon.Bichi who spoke to journalists after President Bola Tinubu laid the 2024 budget estimate of N27.5 trillion tagged “Budget of the Renewed Hope” before the joint session of the National Assembly also commended the President for presenting a “realistic” budget. Bichi while speaking on the possibility of properly scrutinizing the budget proposals before the end of December…

Badaru’s Tears and Musa Adamu’s Melting Embrace By Haruspice

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The day unfolded with eager anticipation, commencing at the Supreme Court complex where fortunate legal luminaries were honored with the prestigious title of Senior Advocate of Nigeria. Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, former Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice in Jigawa State and the designated Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), was among the distinguished recipients whose status elevated to the esteemed rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria. Surrounded by well-wishers, Dr. Musa warmly greeted them with convivial embraces, bowing and prostrating amidst smiles and…

COP28: NASENI EVC to speak on Homegrown Technologies for Rural Electrification

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The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO), National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu is set to detail the Agency’s plans and strategies for rural electrification in Nigeria using homegrown technologies. The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, though officially opened today, 30th November 2023, also known as Conference of the Parties (COP28), holding at the Expo City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) will see Mr. Halilu on December 3rd, 2023, to deliver opening remarks and also participate at a panel session titled ‘Advancing Sustainable…

[Friday Sermon] Whoever Is Killed Defending His Country, His State, His Right And Honour Is A Martyr (Shahid)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy All praise is due to Allah Who prepared for martyrs (Shuhadah) the highest ranks in Paradise. He also promised those who strive to defend their homeland, rights and honour victory and greatest rewards. I bear witness that there is no deity save Allah, having no associates. I also bear witness that our great Master Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is the Servant of Allah and His Messenger. May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, his…

JUST IN: JAMB announces date for 2024 UTME registration and examination

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the dates for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB in a statement on Wednesday by its spokesman, Fabian Benjamin, said the main UTME will be held from April 19 to 29, 2024. He stated that the board will commence the sales of forms for examination on January 15, and end on February 26, 2024. ATTENTION: Intel Region is ₦10,000 to our top readers, CLICK HERE to become a winner Benjamin said that the decision by JAMB is based on…

Raji , NPC DG Honored at 3rd Nigeria Service Awards

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By Abubakar Yusuf.     The Nigeria Service Awards NSA has presented to the Director General, National Productivity Centre NPC, Dr Nasir Olaitan Raji-Mustapha the award of the Social Impact /Human Capital Development. While presenting the award on Thursday evening during the Awards and Gala night at the National Press Centre, Radio House, Abuja ,the convener, Ambassador Cletus Akhime of COA Media described the recipient as a distinguished personalty, with high records of services in the public sector over the years, before he rose to the top echelon of the…

IGP approves posting of Police PROs to State Commands

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The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the posting of Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) to various state commands and formations in order to promote community involvement and communication. The newly deployed officers were encouraged by the Kayode to establish strong relationships between the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the communities they serve. A statement on Wednesday by the spokesman of the force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi reads, “The newly posted officers and their respective portfolios include SP Ayuba Tunni Umma to PPRO Zone 2, Lagos; SP Hauwa Idris…

Building National Identity Through Public Relations By Afolabi Olajuwon

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In an increasingly connected and globalized world, the concept of national identity has become more important than ever before. National identity is defined as a sense of belonging and loyalty to a particular nation, characterized by shared history, culture, traditions, and values. It is crucial for countries to build and foster a strong national identity to strengthen social cohesion and increase international recognition. Public Relations (PR) practices play a key role in shaping and promoting a nation’s identity on a global scale. National identity encompasses a broad range of factors,…

Tinubu Confirms appointment of Wura-Ola Adepoju as Substantive Comptroller-General Of Nigerian Immigration Service

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the appointment of Wura-Ola Adepoju as the substantive comptroller-general (CG) of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). Adepoju disclosed the development to staff of the NIS during the Comptroller General’s parade on Wednesday, added that the date for decoration would soon be announced. “You may also wish to know, that through the grace of God and by the benevolence of the present government, I have been confirmed as a substantive Comptroller General of Immigration,” a statement by the Public Relations Unit of the Service quoted…