Day: November 23, 2024

DG National Productivity Centre receives representatives of AIG-Imokhuede Foundation

Abubakar Yusuf

The Director-General of National Productivity Centre, Dr Baffa Babba Dan’Agundi, received a team from the AIG-Imokhuede Foundation on Wednesday as part of a schedule for achieving their collaborative efforts.   The National Productivity Centre (NPC) and AIG-Imokhuede Foundation are collaborating to enhance productivity and efficiency in Nigeria’s public sector.   The primary goals of this partnership are twofold. Firstly, it aimed to elevate the managerial and operational competencies of Nigerian civi servants at the sub-national level through the utilization of innovative productivity improvement tools and techniques. This strategic initiative is…

FHA suspends Developments in Gwarimpa ,Apo/ Guzape Estates

Abubakar Yusuf

The management of Federal Housing Authority has announced the suspension of all developments in its estates in Gwarinpa and Apo/ Guzape, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. This included all construction, structural and building developments.   This action was following management’s discovery of deliberate deviations from approved building plans in the estate and flagrant disobedience of Development Control directives.   A statement issued by the Head of Public Affairs , Kenneth Chigelu on Friday conveyed the management decision.   “While the management of FHA is working to restore the glory of all…

O’odua Stakeholders Council joins call for removal of CNS

Emporium Reporters

By Mohammad Inuwa.   The President, O’odua Stakeholders Council OSC, Alhaji Bashir Olaosebikan has described the Nigerian Navy as an “Albatross” to the economy of Nigeria.   A statement jointly signed and released on Saturday in Ibadan by the President of the group , Alhaji Bashiru Olaosebikan and Kikelomo Ijaodola, Director of Administration in an open letter to President Tinubu, the body averred that with the complicity of the Nigerian Navy in the oil theft prevalent in the Niger Delta region , it became necessary for it to raise alarm…

Purple Crown Gymnastics 5th Grading Event: A Celebration of Talent and Confidence

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The 5th Grading Event of Purple Crown Gymnastics held over the weekend in Abuja brought together children from diverse countries and schools in the city, showcasing an inspiring blend of skill, excitement, and camaraderie.   The colorful event drew a large audience, including parents, guardians, and notable guests, who witnessed young athletes demonstrate exceptional gymnastics prowess. Among the attendees was Dr. Etse Kelly-Agama, who described the event as both engaging and inspiring.   Speaking on the impact of the event, Dr. Kelly-Agama noted, “The children’s excitement and participation have boosted…

Media, democracy and the public interest By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Emporium Reporters

There has been another addition to President Bola Tinubu’s media team. The president has also restructured his media team in a bid to “enhance efficiency within the government’s communication machinery.” Thanks be to God!   Well, we are not here to look into the costs and benefits of this new addition at a time when Nigerians are clamouring for a review of the cost of the machinery of the government and the implementation of the Oronsaye Report on the cost of governance. Our focus is on the strategic relationship between…