Day: January 15, 2025

Senate urges increased budget for Water Ministry amid concerns over N40 Billion loan deductions

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac   The Senate has called for an increased budget allocation to the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation for 2025, raising concerns over N40 billion in multilateral and bilateral loan deductions that could significantly impact the ministry’s operations. During a budget defence session, the Senate Committee on Water Resources, led by Senator Kenneth Chukwuemeka Eze, expressed dissatisfaction with the deductions, warning that they could leave the ministry with inadequate funds to execute crucial projects.   Senator Eze emphasized the need for more resources to address the devastating…

Gov Okpebholo pays tribute to fallen firefighter, pledges support to bereaved family

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has praised the bravery and sacrifice of the late Andrew Omotor, a firefighter who died in the line of duty.   Omotor lost his life while responding to a distress call, left behind a wife, six children, and an elderly mother.   Represented by Dr. Anthony Okungbowa, the Edo State Head of Service, the Governor led a delegation that included Queeneth Orobedo, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Safety and Security; Hon. Jerry Idahosa, Executive Secretary of…

Abba Moro: Silent Revolution of a Minority Leader By Samuel Ogidan

Emporium Reporters

More than a few Nigerians arguably holds the opinion that the current 10th National Assembly is populated by ” yes men” who lacks the capacity to challenge the executive arm of government especially on issues of welfare and security of the citizens. Critical and keen observers of events in the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly may inadvertently conclude that it is a gathering of halleluyah men and women . This opinion is predictated on the continued honey moon between the executive and the legislative arm of government. As a…

NIMC DG, Abisoye Coker-Odusote Honored with Doctorate Degree at AUST Convocation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General and CEO of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has been awarded an honorary doctorate degree by the African University of Science and Technology (AUST) during its 10th Convocation Ceremony held in Abuja.   The honorary degree was bestowed in recognition of Engr. Coker-Odusote’s exceptional contributions to national development, particularly her transformative impact on the identity management sector in Nigeria. Under her leadership, NIMC has witnessed significant advancements, positioning the agency as a pivotal institution in the nation’s socio-economic growth.   In her acceptance…