Day: November 7, 2024

Kyari-Must-Go: More groups,N’Delta activists vow to join protests ….. want NNPCL Boss sacked within 72hrs

Lukman Laleye Babalola

More troubles for the embattled Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited, (NNPCL), Mallam Mele Kyari, as more groups have signed up to join the two million man protest against his continued occupation of the exalted office.   This is coming at a time when some notable Niger Delta activists have issued 72 hours ultimatum for the sack of Kyari as the GCEO of the nation’s apex oil regulatory body, failure which would compel them to occupy the streets in Abuja and Port Harcourt.  …

NOA DG mourns Late COAS General Taoreed Lagbaja, says he was a fearless Soldier and committed Patriot

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has expressed profound shock and sadness over the passing of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.   The Director-General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu,in a condolence message made available to Newsmen in Abuja described the late Chief of Army Staff as a dedicated and fearless soldier who served the nation with unwavering commitment and distinction.   In his words, “The National Orientation Agency joins the entire nation in mourning the loss of this exceptional officer who gave his all in the service…

Death of COAS will not derail our focus to destroy the terrorists – DHQ ….. Declares 9 Terrorists wanted

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Headquarters said even as Armed Forces of Nigeria mourn the tragic passing of late Chief of Army Staff COAS,Lt Gen Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja,it will not derail the military focus to destroy the terrorists, but rather inspired by the actions of late COAS on the battlefield as a war commander as well as his strong desire to defeat the terrorist in order to end the war.   The military authority assured that it will continue working decisively to eliminate the terrorists, stop the insecurity in the nation and ensure…

7th NDIS: Nigeria’s N5b Creative Industry, A Goldmine for Diaspora Investment – Patric Doyle

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Dr Patric Doyle, a renowned Nigeria Actor, has said that the Nigerian creative industry has recorded unprecedented growth, with the box office crossing five billion naira as of September 2024. Doyle stated this while moderating a panel discussion on ‘Appraisal of Investment Prospects in the Nigerian Creative Industry’ during the 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS), in Abuja. He said “Nigerian films now account for 50.4 per cent of the box office revenue, surpassing foreign films. This remarkable achievement is largely attributed to the exceptional work of Nigerian actors, producers,…

DECAN mourns Passing of Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DECAN) has expressed deep sadness over the demise of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja. DECAN in a condolence message signed by its President,Ismail Musa described late COAS as a distinguished and revered leader whose exemplary dedication and service to Nigeria’s security and sovereignty will forever be remembered. The statement read in part ,”Lieutenant General Lagbaja was an embodiment of commitment, valor, and unwavering patriotism. Throughout his career, he remained steadfast in his resolve to protect and defend our nation,…

JUST IN: National Assembly Service Commission appoints Kamoru Ogunlana as Clerk to the National Assembly …… Approves Retirement of Tambuwal.

Abubakar Yusuf

The National Assembly Service Commission NASC has approved the appointment of Barrister Kamoru Ogunlana as the substantive Clerk to the National Assembly CNA.   This is even as the commission approved the retirement of Mr Sani Magaji Tambawal, the outgoing Clerk to the National Assembly CNA.   This was contained in a statement released by the NASC Deputy Director, information, Emmanuel Onyigor on Wednesday.   An appointment letter personally signed by the Chairman, National Assembly Service Commission NASC, Engr Ahmed Kadi Amshi read in parts ;   The National Assembly…