Day: December 25, 2024

NITDA 2024: Transforming Nigeria’s Digital Future with Innovation and Strategic Partnerships By Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In 2024, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), under the visionary leadership of Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has been a driving force behind Nigeria’s digital transformation. Through a year filled with bold initiatives, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to fostering inclusivity, NITDA has firmly positioned Nigeria as a key player in the global digital economy.   One of the standout moments of 2024 came in December with the release of the groundbreaking Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill. This pivotal document, developed in collaboration with…

Gov Okpebholo pledges Civil Service Reform, swears in New Permanent Secretaries

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has pledged to prioritize the training and retraining of public servants as part of his administration’s efforts to ensure efficient and transparent service delivery in the state.   The Governor made this commitment during the swearing-in ceremony of three new Permanent Secretaries on Tuesday at the Government House in Benin City.   Speaking at the event, Governor Okpebholo emphasized the importance of a professional and proactive civil service to achieving the administration’s goals.   “Edo people voted for us to provide good governance,…

NUJ FCT sends Christmas Greetings to Members, Calls for Unity and Reflection

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council has extended warm Christmas greetings to its members, urging them to embrace the spirit of the season and reflect on its deeper values.   In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, Comrade Jide Oyekunle, the Secretary of the Council, conveyed the union’s heartfelt festive wishes and encouraged members to use the occasion to renew their commitment to both the union’s progress and God’s work.   The statement also highlighted the recent untimely deaths within the council, urged members to pray for…

Alhaji Alidu Shutti appointed Acting Secretary of NAHCON

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has announced the appointment of Alhaji Alidu Shutti as the Acting Secretary of the Commission. The appointment, effective immediately, followed the voluntary resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Rabi’u Kontagora on December 6, 2024.   Alhaji Shutti, a native of Iwo in Osun State, joined NAHCON in 2007 and has served in several key capacities, including Director of Inspectorate and Compliance, Head of the Tour Operators Division, Assistant Director of Licensing Division, Deputy Director…

APC celebrates National Chairman, Ganduje@75

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has celebrated its National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, on the occasion of his 75th birthday, lauding his outstanding leadership and contributions to the Party’s success.   In a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the Party described Dr. Ganduje as a distinguished leader, administrator, scholar, philanthropist, and accomplished politician who has left an indelible mark on public service and party politics in Nigeria.   The statement highlighted Ganduje’s role in steering the APC to successive electoral victories and consolidating its position…

Queen Esther Daniels Crowned Best Idoma Nollywood Actress of All Time at Idoma Nollywood Film Festival

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Queen Esther Daniels, renowned Nollywood actress and activist, has been named the Best Idoma Nollywood Actress of All Time at the prestigious Idoma Nollywood Film Festival. The ceremony, held on December 23, 2024, during the Idoma International Carnival in Otukpo, Benue State, saw the actress outshine industry veterans such as Ene Comfort Ikwumono and Jane Odoh. Queen Esther, who began her acting career at the age of 15, has consistently captivated audiences with her performances in both Nollywood and Idoma films. In 2022, she made her production debut with the…