Day: April 4, 2024

Military highlights successes recorded in first quarter of 2024 …. Top Terrorists Commanders, several others eliminated …. 2,308 arrested, hostages rescued, ….. arms/ammunitions recovered

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The Nigerian Military has said assured that armed forces are ready, prepared, equipped and focused on how to phase out terrorists and their cohorts in the ongoing military onslaught against criminal elements across Nigeria.   This was disclosed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Brig General Edward Buba while briefing Journalists on the successes recorded in the Joint Task Force Operational Activities From January – March 2024.   He maintained that the ongoing military operations has yielded positive results as several Top terrorists Commanders and their cohorts were neutralized…

Integrating Public Relations and Journalism: A Synergistic Approach for Effective Communication By Dr Afolabi Olajuwon

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In the contemporary media and communication environment, the lines between public relations (PR) and journalism have become increasingly blurred. This convergence has sparked debates among professionals about the integrity of journalistic practices and the evolving role of PR. However, instead of viewing these fields as adversaries, there exists a unique opportunity to harness their symbiotic potential for effective communication. This article explores the integration of public relations and journalism, proposing a model whereby their collaboration enhances the quality of information disseminated to the public, fostering trust and engagement. The digital…

Revisiting the 20 millionaires in Igalaland

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Over the weekend, social media was agog with the frenzy that percolated the atmosphere in Igala speaking area of Kogi state, the Senator representing the axis in the National Assembly, Senator Isah Jibrin Echoco had presented a cheque of N20 million to 20 beneficiaries of his Graduate Entrepreneurship Scheme. The fund sits with the viable potential of a revolving effect-with each beneficiary expected to recreate the grant unto others. Drawn from the nine local government areas of the state, the beneficiaries are given this seed capital to stimulate their existing…

Nigeria will deepen bilateral, cultural, and economic ties with Brazil through legislation, says Akpabio’s aide

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By George Ozalla       The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio is not unmindful of the robust bilateral, cultural, and economic relationships that exist between Nigeria and Brazil, his Senior Legislative Aide on Stakeholders’ Engagement and Mobilization, Femi Odere has said.   Odere said this when he paid a courtesy visit to Joao Marcelo Queiroz Soares, Minister-Counsellor to Nigeria at the Embassy of Brazil in Abuja on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.   The Senior Legislative Aide said the relationship between the two countries is extremely important that…

Friday Sermon: O Muslims, Be Prepared To Pay Your Zakatul Fitr/Sadaqatul Fitr By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation, may Allah extol the mention of our noble Prophet Muhammad in the highest company of Angels, bless him and give him peace and security―and his family, his Companions and all those who follow him correctly and sincerely until the establishment of the Hour.   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that Zakatul-Fitr or Sadaqatul-Fitr is a charity given to the poor and needy at the end of the…

FCT Police clears criminal hideouts,suspected kidnappers routes ….. As CP Igweh restates commitment to safety of residents

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The operatives of the FCT Police Command, led by the Commissioner of police, CP Benneth Igweh stormed the hills and thick bushes surrounding Zone A and B of Apo-resettlement and its environs, on 1st April, 2024, at about 11 am, to emplace some security measures in the area, as it is perceived to be kidnappers routes and criminal hideouts.   The clearance operation involved burning of illegal structures and bushes surrounding the hills and the proactive deployment of police operatives for surveillance patrol, as the entry and exit routes to…

Wike appoints Tamuno as MD of Abuja Investment Company limited

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The Minister of the FCT Barrister Nyesom Wike has approved the appointment of Ambassador (Dr) Maureen Tamuno as the new Managing Director of Abuja Investment Company Limited, (AICL).   The was contained in a statement signed by the Director Press, office of the Minister, Anthony Ogunleye.   An experienced public officer, entrepreneur, and diplomat, Ambassador Tamuno was the Nigerian High Commissioner to Jamaica, Belize, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic.   Her appointment takes immediate effect.   The Minister had also terminated with immediate effect, the contract of Messrs Integrated Facility…

Dabiri-Erewa hails Gov Bala over appointment of new Diaspora Focal Point Officer

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Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, (NiDCOM) has applauded the Bauchi State Government over the new appointment of a State Diaspora Focal Point Officer (SDFPO), Dr. Esther Ahmed.   The Secretary to the Commission, Dr. Sule Yakubu Bassi who received the SDFPO in Abuja, on behalf of the NIDCOM Boss, urged the new Officer to be pragmatic, diligent, and forward-thinking in building and sustaining relations with the Bauchi indigenes in the Diaspora, towards effective grassroots engagement and Development National.   He assured her that the Commission is ready…

Senator Barau emerges Acting Speaker of ECOWAS Parliament

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Deputy President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has emerged as the acting Speaker of the Sixth Legislature of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).   Senator Barau, who is the leader of the Nigerian delegation to the ECOWAS Parliament, emerged during the inaugural session of the assembly held in Abuja on Thursday.   The Deputy President of the Senate was first nominated as the 1st Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament by Rep Awaji-Inombek D. Abiante and…

NYSC,JAMB strengthen partnership for credible mobilization process

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The Director General, National Youth Service Corps Brigadier General Yushau Dogara Ahmed has expressed appreciation to the Registrar, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Professor Ishaq Oloyede for his passion and commitment in the programmes of the Scheme, especially towards achieving a credible and seamless mobilization process.   Brigadier General Ahmed disclosed this when he received the latter and his Management team in his office at the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.   He said the partnership between the two organisations have come a long way, “and we must…