Month: November 2024

Gov Okpebholo appoints Sulaiman Aledeh as MD,Edo Broadcasting Service

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of Suleiman Aledeh as the substantive Managing Director of the State-owned Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS). The appointment is with immediate effect. Aledeh is an international journalist, Editor-at-large, strategic media and communication consultant. He has over two decades of experience in broadcast journalism across both radio and television. He has made significant contributions to prestigious international news channels, including Al Jazeera, SABC, and GB News UK. Currently, he anchor various news programs at Arise News and shared his insights on Classic…

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…

Late Ijesa monarch, Oba Aromolaran II, to be buried December 14

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The Late Paramount Ruler of Ijesa Land, His imperial Majesty Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran II has been scheduled to be laid to rest on 14th and 15th December this year.   This reaffirmation is contained in a statement issued by the Owa In Council/The Agba Ijesas at Ilesha ,Osun state and made available to journalists in Ilesha.   According to Owa In Council, led by RHC Bola Orolugbagbe the Odole Owa of Ijeshaland, the Obaodo of Ijeshaland RHC Adebusi James Gbadamosi and the Lejoka of ijeshaland RHC Ojo Omoniyi Ogunyemo,…

How NHRC SIIP-North-East Report saved Nigeria from ICC Invitation – Ojukwu

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC),Dr. Tony Ojukwu said the Special Independent Investigative Panel’s report by the Commission played a crucial role in saving Nigeria from being invited by the International Criminal Court (ICC) to respond to allegations of human rights infractions. According to Tony Ojukwu, the report helped to prevent Nigeria’s invitation to the ICC. He said the report focused on human rights violations in counter-insurgency operations in the North East. The NHRC’s investigation and subsequent report demonstrated Nigeria’s commitment to investigating and addressing human…

Edo Govt declares over 200 vehicles missing, recovers stolen Palliatives inside Bus

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Edo State government has declared over 200 vehicles currently missing under the administration of former Governor, Godwin Obaseki.   Chairman of the committee set up to recover vehicles belonging to Edo state government, Kelly Okungbowa disclosed that within 24 hours of the committee’s existence, it has recovered three vehicles in a private residence. Okungbowa who spoke to journalists on the success of his committee within 24 hours said the three vehicles include one Hilux van and two Toyota Hiace buses.   According to him, in one of the Toyota…

BREAKING: Supreme Court nullifies National Lottery Act

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The Supreme Court has nullified the National Lottery Act 2005 enacted by the National Assembly.   A seven-member of the apex court in a unanimous judgment on Friday, held that the National Assembly lacked the powers to legislate on issues relating to lottery and games of chance.   The court held that such powers only reside with the state Houses of Assembly, which possess exclusive jurisdiction over lottery and games of chance.   In the lead judgment by Justice Mohammed Idris, ordered that the National Lottery Act 2005 should no…