Year: 2024

Rivers State APC to hold Elective Congress as scheduled

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Rivers State Elective Congress scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024, will proceed as planned.   The ex-parte order in Suit No: PHC/2699/CS/2024 between Peter Ohochukwu & Anor vs. His Excellency, Abdullahi Ganduje & 5 Ors, which initially restrained the APC from conducting the congress, has been vacated.   The Rivers State High Court has ruled that there is no order preventing the APC from organizing the Rivers State Elective Congress.   APC National Organizing Secretary, Alhaji Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu, said the party will proceed with…

We remain committed to attainment of over 2 Million Bpd – Tantita

Abubakar Yusuf

Ecomiums have been pouring in for Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and a private security outfit, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) as the nation’s crude oil production hit 1.8 millions barrels per day (1.8m bpd)   The board and management of NNPCL, which announced the feat on Thursday, also disclosed that gas production has also risen to 7.4 billion standard cubic feet per day (7.4bscfd).   Stakeholders have hailed NNPCL and private security agencies hired to safeguard the nation’s economic assets, especially Tantita, for achieving the feat.  …

FHA sympathises with victims of Gwarinpa Estate Fire incident

Abubakar Yusuf

The Federal Housing Authority FHA has extended its sympathy with the victims of the Fire Incident at 4th Avenue, Gwarinpa Estate, Abuja on Wednesday, November 13th 2024. FHA described the unfortunate fire incident which razed down the Hub Fitness Center, as an unfortunate but thankful that the incident did not take any life. “The thoughts of the Authority are with those affected, and we are committed to assisting them in the ways we can through this challenging time. “However, this incident highlights the importance of strict adherence to building standards…

N’Delta, Industry Stakeholders welcome Eyesan, Ajiya’s sack

Emporium Reporters

By Mohammad Yau   The Spokesman of Niger Delta Consultative Assembly (NDCA), Sylvester Utuedon, described the sack of Eyesan and Ajiya as “bold and courageous.” A press release issued on Friday reacting to the new development, the various Niger Delta Stakeholders and groups commended the removal of the two duos , further describing them as “good riddance to bad rubbish ‘. There was unusual jubilation at the headquarters of Nigeria National Petroleum Company limited ( NNPCL), on Thursday, over the sack of the Executive Vice President(Upstream ) Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan and…

Gov Okpebholo makes six fresh appointments

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of Dr. Emmanuel Paddy lyamu as the Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB); Lucky Enehita – Inegbenehi as the Managing Director of the State Waste Management Board; CP Friday Ibadin, Rtd, State Corps Commander, Edo State Security Corps Governance; Stainless M.I. Ijeghede as the Managing Director, Edo State Traffic Management Agency, (EDSTMA); Sir (Dr.) Lucky Eseigbe, as Managing Director, Edo State Public Building and Maintenance Agency; and Engr. Emmanuel Ehidiamen Okoebor, as Hon. Commissioner of Finance…

Again, Lagos Govt flouts Court order, invades Admiral Porbeni’s Lekki Property …. CJN, IGP petitioned

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In breach of a Federal High Court order, the Lagos state government on Friday morning invaded a disputed property located in Lekki area of the state and belonging to former Minister of Transportation, Admiral Festus Porbeni (Rtd).   The disputed property was previously invaded in 2021.   The Lagos State Special Task Force accompanied by heavily-armed mobile policemen, beat up, arrested and threw staff and other people met on the property into a black maria they brought for the illegal raid. The officials who cordoned off the area are now…

13 more Girls trafficked to Ghana return, as NiDCOM says 163 trafficked victims rescued since July

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) alongside other stakeholders have rescued another set of 13 trafficked girls from Ghana thus bringing the total repatriated back to the country within five months to 163.   Among the 163 included the 13 girls that were rescued and brought back to Nigeria over the weekend.   The rescued operation was as a result of the combined and coordinated efforts of the Ghanaian Anti-Human Trafficking Police , The Rescue live foundation International, and NIDO Ghana working in collaboration with NIDCOM.   Speaking on the…

CAF Champions League: Gov Okpebholo rallies support for Edo Queens

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Ahead of the last group match in the ongoing 2024 CAF Women Champions League in Casablanca, Morocco, between Mamelodi Sundown of South Africa and Edo Queens, the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo has hailed the team for their achievements so far and has charged them to beat the South Africans to enable them lead Group B into the semifinals. The Governor assured them of his continuous support, as they represent the state and Nigeria in Morocco. Governor Okpebholo said that his new administration is in solidarity with the…

RE: 40 MILLION DIASPORA MORTGAGE PRE-FINANCING (DMPF) BY HXAFRICA & FEDERAL MORTGAGE BANK OF NIGERIA

Lukman Laleye Babalola

This is to warn members of the public that the above post, is totally false and fraudulent. Any announcement on the Diaspora Mortgage Pre-financing will be announced by both the FMBN and NIDCOM on the websites and social media handles of both agencies. While the company has applied to be part of the proposed programme, it has not been granted any approval. To ensure the protection of potential beneficiaries of the Diaspora mortgage scheme, both agencies are at the final stage of concluding arrangements with the CBN. Please beware of…

Gov Okpebholo appoints Gani Audu as Chief of Staff

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of Hon. Gani Audu as his Chief of Staff. The appointment takes immediate effect. In an official communication signed by the Secretary to State Government, Musa Umar Ikhilor, Audu’s appointment will help Governor Okpebholo in driving meaningful reforms in the State. “It is hereby announced for the information of the general public, particularly the good people of Edo State, that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the appointment of Hon. Gani Audu as his Chief…