Month: January 2025

Tinubu and rhythm of restructuring By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Emporium Reporters

President Bola Tinubu’s recent announcement to unbundle the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, Kaduna State, into six geo-political zones is an important landmark in Nigeria’s journey towards true federalism and regionalism, which lies not in the constitutional or institutional structure, but in the society itself. This move will go a long way in addressing the historical imbalance in the distribution of national institutions as well as fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity among Nigeria’s diverse populations.   Ultimately, this development is a step towards addressing Nigeria’s deep-seated…

Edo Govt Partners Italian Delegation to Tackle Irregular Migration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Edo State Government, under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the challenge of irregular migration among youths in the state.   This was disclosed on Friday in Benin City by Mrs. Edesili Anani, Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, during a meeting with an Italian delegation led by Dr. Alberto Cilala, a consultant to the European Union and President of Mattei Africa for Humanitarian Aids Initiative in Italy.   Mrs. Anani emphasized the importance of the partnership, which she noted would…

Malaria Consortium seeks CAC’s Support to boost health interventions in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has pledged its commitment to providing seamless registration processes for foreign organisations operating in Nigeria. The Registrar-General/CEO of CAC, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, gave this assurance during a courtesy visit by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Malaria Consortium (MC), Professor Wilfred Mbacham, to his office in Abuja. Magaji emphasized the strategic importance of the CAC in facilitating business operations in Nigeria and assured Malaria Consortium of the Commission’s full support in line with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020. Speaking during…

A Memoir: Celebrating the Legacy of Abubakar Bello Kaoje By Muhammad Ahmad Musa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Today, we gather to honor and celebrate the illustrious career of a remarkable public servant, Abubakar Bello Kaoje, as he bids farewell to an extraordinary journey in the civil service. Born on December 31, 1964, in the serene town of Kaoje in Bagudu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, Kaoje’s life and career epitomize commitment, diligence, and excellence. Kaoje’s academic journey began at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, where he earned a degree in English in 1990. Following his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Ogun State in 1992, his path…

NYSC Digital Museum: Preserving Five Decades of Service and Unity Through Innovation, By Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

On January 23, 2025, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) marked a historic moment with the launch of its Digital Museum of Dynamic History and Television Studio at its headquarters in Abuja. The unveiling ceremony, performed by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, along with the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, and NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmed, members of National Assembly and other government functionaries celebrated over 50 years of the NYSC’s service to the nation. A Legacy of Unity and Development Established in 1973 by the…

Gov Okpebholo suspends FEWMA Boss over Insubordination, halts South Ibie Turbaning Ceremony

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has indefinitely suspended the Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Edo State Flood, Erosion, and Watershed Management Agency (FEWMA), Mr. Ahmed Musa Momoh, for alleged insubordination.   The suspension, announced in a press statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, takes immediate effect. Mr. Momoh has been directed to hand over all government properties in his possession to the most senior public servant in the agency and proceed on immediate leave of absence.   The statement read, “The Executive Governor…

Edo Governorship Tribunal relocates to Abuja over security threats

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal has been relocated from Benin City to Abuja due to escalating security concerns, allegedly caused by repeated attacks linked to thugs associated with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).   In a notice dated January 24, 2025, and signed by the Tribunal Secretary, Mu’azu Ibrahim Bagudu, Esq., the relocation to the National Judicial Institute (NJI), Abuja, was confirmed, effective Monday, January 27, 2025.   The notice stated: “I am directed to notify all parties that the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Benin City,…

Court slams ₦102 million fine on suspended PDP Vice-Chairman, Ali Odefa …. Restrains Police, Odefa from harassing Party Ward Executive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, has ordered the suspended former National Vice-Chairman (South East) of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Ali Odefa, to pay ₦100 million in general damages and an additional ₦2 million as costs to the Ogwudokwor Ward Executives of the PDP in Onicha Local Government Area.   The court’s decision followed Odefa’s suspension over alleged anti-party activities and subsequent attempts to intimidate and harass the ward executives using the Nigerian Police Force.   In a consolidated ruling on two fundamental rights suits…

The Untiring FIRS Boss By Arabinrin Aderonke

Emporium Reporters

When I ventured into the office to see the tax boss, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service, I was met with an unexpected sight. He was wearing a face cap, a T-shirt, and jeans. It was the first time I had seen him dressed so casually during official hours, and I couldn’t help but smile and think, “This is so unlike him.” But before I could ask, I learned he was heading out for an inspection of the ongoing construction of the FIRS headquarters. This is the…

Gov Okpebholo mourns former Bendel State Military Administrator, Jeremiah Useni

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of General Jeremiah Useni (retd), a former military administrator of the defunct Bendel State, described his demise as a significant loss to the people and government of Edo State.   In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, on Friday, January 24, 2025, Governor Okpebholo lauded the late General Useni for his exceptional service and unwavering dedication to Bendel State, now Edo and Delta States.   “General Useni was a true statesman who championed…