Day: October 8, 2024

Why Do Marriages Fail? ,By Zayd Ibn Isah

Emporium Reporters

I recently witnessed two divorce cases in court that made me feel sad for the institution of marriage and its present state in today’s world. In the first case, the husband initiated the divorce on the grounds that his wife had called his late mother a witch and accused her of poisoning her. In the second case, the wife filed for divorce, citing instances of domestic violence.   What is peculiar about both of these cases is that, in the first, when the Honourable Justice asked the lawyers whether they…

Senate screens Prof Abdullahi Saleh Usman as NAHCON Chairman

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs today 8th October,2024 screened Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), following his nomination by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. During the session presided over by the Chairman,Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs ,Senator Abubakar Sani Bello, members of the Committee expressed confidence in Prof. Usman’s capacity to lead the Commission during this pivotal period. The motion for his confirmation was moved by Senator Muhammad Adamu Aliero and seconded by Senator Shehu Buba…

Nigerian Air Force appoints Air Commodore Akinboyewa as new spokesman

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The Nigerian Air Force Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, has appointed Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa as the new spokesman of the NAF.   This was disclosed in a statement by the Deputy Director Public Relations and Information, Captain Kabiru on Tuesday.   He said Air Commodore Akinboyewa would take over from Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, who has been redeployed to NAF’s Civil-Military Relations Branch, as Director of Coordination and Cooperation.   “This strategic realignment is part of the NAF’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its public…

ACOE partners NEPZA to boost Nigeria’s Economic Growth

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Association of Corporate Online Editors (ACOE) has pledged its support for the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) in driving the country’s economic growth.   This commitment was made during a courtesy visit to NEPZA’s Managing Director, Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi, in Abuja on Tuesday.   Chairman of ACOE, Martin Odiete, highlighted the organization’s mission to uphold the highest standards of journalism in the emerging global new media landscape.   He emphasized ACOE’s unique position to support NEPZA’s objectives through digital communication and content creation expertise. According to Odiete, the…

FG to empower 2000 Nigerian Youths with CNG tricycles, launches registration portal

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Federal Government has launched an ambitious initiative to empower youths through clean energy, distributing 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles under the Presidential CNG Initiative (Pi-CNG).   The initiative aimed to revolutionize Nigeria’s transportation sector by providing affordable, environmentally friendly, and sustainable energy solutions.   By transitioning to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), the government seek to reduce the cost of living, create employment opportunities, and promote eco-friendly transportation.   Beneficiaries of the program will undergo comprehensive sensitization training on operating and maintaining CNG tricycles.   They will also have the opportunity to engage…

Dabiri-Erewa charges Media to Reshape Nigeria’s Image Through Positive Narrative

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has emphasised the critical role of the media in shaping Nigeria’s image and addressing national security concerns.   Speaking at the 4th International Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Association of Media and Communication Researchers of Nigeria (AMCRON) at the University of Abuja, Dabiri-Erewa highlighted the multifaceted security challenges facing the country,   Represented by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the Commision’s Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocol Unit, said the challenges included insurgency, terrorism, inter-communal violence, cybersecurity threats, economic inequality, social…

NCC begins Pre-Enforcement Action against Starlink over Price Hike

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission NCC said the decision by Starlink to unilaterally review its subscription packages upwards did not receive the approval of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The action of the company according to the commission s contravened Sections 108 and 111 of the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA), 2003, and Starlink’s Licence Conditions regarding tariffs. The Commission has commenced pre-enforcement action against the company since 3rd of October, 2024.

NHRC decries increase in human rights violations in Nigeria …… Receives 305,300 complaints on rights abuse in September,2024

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission NHRC has expressed concerns over increase in human rights violations across Nigeria.The commission said plans were on the way to convey stakeholders’ forum to address the menace.   The Executive Secretary,,NHRC,Dr.Tony Ojukwu stated this today 8th October, 2024,at the presentation of the September edition of the monthly Human Rights Dashboard at the commission headquarters Abuja. Dr.Tony Ojukwu who was represented at the event by the Director, Legal Enforcement,Mrs.Rabi Awwalu Anwar said the event served as platform for the participants privilege to address the ongoing human…

DSS to meet Oil Marketers Over Fuel Price Hike

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The Nigerian petroleum marketers will be meeting with the Department of State Services (DSS) over the price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) and its availability.   The meeting is scheduled to hold on Wednesday.   The President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) disclosed this in an interview with Daily Post on Monday, noting that the meeting is about petrol pump price and its availability to oil marketers. “Wednesday I have a meeting with the Department of State Services.   “It is about the petrol pump price.…