Day: October 7, 2024

2024 CUSTOMER SERVICE WEEK: Stakeholders hail CAC’s Excellent Service Delivery

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission has been applauded for excellent service delivery as the World Celebrate 2024 Customer Service Week with the theme “Above and Beyond.”. The Service Compact with All Nigerians (SERVICOM), Nigerian Bar Association (FCT) Branch, and Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) Abuja Branch unanimously gave the commendation today in Abuja during the celebration of the 2024 Customer Service Week. The National Coordinator/CEO SERVICOM Nnenna Akajemeli spoke extensively on their activities vis-à-vis the Customer Service Week and applauded CAC for being the most innovative parastatal.…

Transparency and accountability is what we need from our Executive – PASAN NASS Members

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac, Abuja     Members of Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), National Assembly Chapter on Monday 7th October,2024 came out in their numbers to protest against what they termed authoritarian leadership style of Sunday Sabiyi -led executive.   According to them,if nothing is done urgently to address the high-handedness and financial impropriety being carried out by the present executive, there is fears that this noble association may cease to exist.   Addressing the crowd which gathered at the National Secretariat of PASAN at Jabi (Abuja), Yusuf Muhammed…

NAHCON again meets Private Tour Operators …… says 95,000 pilgrims to receive SR150 each for 2023 Hajj refund

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) continued its interactive meetings with members of Private Tour Operators in Nigeria (PTOs). The meeting held today, 7th October 2024 was to update members on resolutions reached after resumption of office on Wednesday, 2nd October 2024 by Acting Chairman of the Commission, Prof Abdullahi Sale Pakistan who had been absent briefly on a trip.   NAHCON’s Commissioner of Operations, Prince Anofi Olanrewaju Elegushi who chaired the virtual meeting with the PTO’s relayed new developments from both Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah…

Tinubu condemns violence in Rivers State, orders police to provide security to LG Secretariats

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President Bola Tinubu has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.   In response to recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election, the President expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state.   He urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.   The President directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.  …

CP Olatunji Rilwan Disu assumes duty as FCT Commissioner Of Police …… assures residents of commitment to zero-tolerance to criminality

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commissioner of Police,CP Olatunji Rilwan Disu psc has assumed duty as the 32nd Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command. He took over on 7th October, 2024, from AIG Benneth C. Igweh who was promoted to an Assistant Inspector General of Police and posted to Zone 7 Headquarters.   Born on the 13th of April 1966 in Lagos State, CP Disu holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Education from Lagos State University, along with two Master’s degrees: one in Public Administration from Adekunle Ajasin…

BREAKING: Gov Ododo approves N72,500 as minimum wage for Kogi workers

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The Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo has approved a minimum wage of seventy-two thousand five hundred Naira (N72,500) for civil servants in the state with immediate effect.   Ododo who approved while receiving a report from the Kogi state minimum wage implementation committee headed by the state Head of Service, Elijah Avenemi, said he was more committed to the overall welfare of all cadres of workers in the state.   The Governor also gave tax relief to all the workers in the state for the next year adding…

Why Nigeria deserves UN Security Council permanent seat,By Tunde Rahman

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Nigeria has significantly contributed troops and police officers to the United Nations peacekeeping operations worldwide since 1960. That year, the Nigeria Police deployed the first-ever contingent of individual police officers to the UN Mission in the Congo. Assistant Commissioner of Police Louis Edet led the team at the time. In these operations, Nigeria resolutely committed herself to the onerous task of maintaining world peace and security. Some of the country’s gallant officers paid the supreme price, while many were injured and maimed for life. During the military era, particularly during…

The Power of Media: How Information Shapes National Discourse and Decisions By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon

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In the rapidly evolving digital age, media has cemented its role as a cornerstone in shaping national discourse and influencing decision-making processes. I am discussing the transformative effect of media, including traditional outlets like newspapers and television, and modern platforms such as social media and digital news sources.   Through a focused case study on the role of media during the COVID-19 pandemic, I examine how information dissemination significantly impacted public opinion and policy decisions on both national and international levels.   Media’s role as an informer, influencer, and agenda-setter…

One Year On: Condemning the Ongoing Genocide in Gaza

Lukman Laleye Babalola

October 7, 2023 – October 7, 2024: A Year of Systematic Destruction, A Lifetime of Resilience   Today, we mark the one-year anniversary of the devastating Israeli military assault on Gaza with both sorrow and outrage. We stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people, honoring the memories of the innocent lives lost and reiterating our unwavering condemnation of the ongoing genocide.   Unrelenting Violence For 76 years, Israel’s occupation has perpetuated systemic violence, displacement, acts of ethnic cleansing and human rights abuses against Palestinians. The past year has witnessed unparalleled…

Former Liberian Vice President, Howard-Taylor appointed UNIPGC Matron

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The first female Vice President of Liberia, Jewel Howard-Taylor has been appointed the Matron of United International Peace and Governance Council (UNIPGC) for its African chapter.   She was officially sworn into office on Friday at the Jewel Starfish Headquarters in Monrovia, Liberia a colourful event that recorded overwhelming success.   She was taken through an oath of allegiance by the Global President & Chairman of Supreme Council of UNIPGC Africa, H.E. Amb. Dr. Jonathan Ojadah.   The former Vice President swore to lead people and manage resources, and create…