Author: Abubakar Yusuf

SDGs: Harnessing sub- nationals towards 2030 Agenda, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF.

Abubakar Yusuf

After the declaration of the United Nations General Assembly UNGA decision and the migration from Millennium Development Goals MDGs to Sustainable Development Goals SDGs after 2015, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, SSAP-SDGs to the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu became the pioneer headship of SDGs.   Since the declaration in 2016 , series of decisions been taken at the yearly UNGA meetings is domesticated in Nigeria in all areas of our national life, which encompassed the 17 Goals of SDGs.   With impactful leadership under Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, the SSAP-SDGs to the President…

WAFCON; Shehu Dikko’s Giant Strides at NSC, By ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

For Shehu Dikko , Chairman , National National Sports Commission NSC,he has proved beyond all reasonable doubts , as a seasoned sport administrator and manager of high calibre, hence his recent appointment as super Chairman , National Sports Commission NSC , and the scrapping of Nigeria Football Federation NFF , an indicator that he manages the entire football arm of Nigeria sports and a non designated Minister of Sports. Less than one year in office with appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the Renewed Hope Agenda in October 2024,…

How FRC Staff Development Improves Productivity, Performance , BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

Since assumption of duty in October , 2023 , the Executive Secretary, Chief Executive Officer ,(ES/ CEO) of Financial Reporting Council FRC, Dr Rabiu Onaolapo Olowo has prioritised both staff development and welfare. Having given enough attention to staff welfare, he embarked on the creation of befitting accommodation for the two offices both at the headquarters in Lagos and Abuja offices, that was before now, a mere nomenclature and ghost location. Without delay , he rolled out a comprehensive machinery through a committee to work out modalities that will not…

FHA dismisses allegations against MD Oyetunde Ojo, accuses Land Grabbers, Fraud Syndicates of Blackmail

Abubakar Yusuf

The management of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has dismissed a recent online publication by Sahara Reporters titled “FHA Staff Petition EFCC, Accuse Tinubu’s In-Law of Abuse of Office, Bragging About Being ‘Untouchable’”, describing the report as baseless, malicious, and the handiwork of disgruntled elements whose illicit activities have been disrupted by ongoing reforms within the agency.   In a strongly worded statement issued on Monday, July 8, 2025, the FHA said while it would have ignored what it described as a piece of “irresponsible journalism,” it became necessary to…

Olowo; Leading the Global Body from the Front Row at UNCTAD, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

With the turn around of the Financial Reporting Council FRC in the last near two years under the leadership of Dr Rabiu Onaolapo Olowo, the success story has metamorphosed into a global glare which led to his recent election to lead the global body .   With his election as Chairman at the 41st session held in the United Nations, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in November, 2024, singled out the Financial Reporting Council FRC boss to oversee the affairs in line with the inter governmental…

Land Grabbers invade FHA-Allocated Plots in Apo/Guzape, Allottees Cry Out for Justice

Abubakar Yusuf

Tension is mounting around 12 Crescent in the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Estate, Apo/Guzape District of Abuja, following the alleged illegal activities of land grabbers in the area.   The disputed land, which is currently a subject of litigation, has become a flashpoint as alleged encroachers reportedly backed by a prominent politician—believed to be acting on behalf of a senior government official—continue construction activities in defiance of a pending court case.   According to documents obtained by our correspondent, the contested area was duly acquired by the FHA from the…

Sodangi ; Exploring Nigeria’s ‘Art’ World Towards Global Engagements, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

For the vibrant, energetic, and charismatic leadership under the new Director General, National Gallery of Art, NGA, Ahmed Bashir Sodangi has portrayed the agency both to domestic and global sphere. One year down the line at the helm of affairs, Sodangi held three exhibitions consecutively that had brought ‘Art’ to both national and international discourse. The latest one hosted by the agency in May tagged ‘International Art Fair’ held at the exhibition pavilion with its theme”The Intersection of Treasures” attracted both local and international artists as well as bringing to…

Former Lagos Finance Commissioner, Dr Rabiu Olowo marks 40th Birthday ….. Launches Foundation on Sickle Cell, Education, and Community Service

Abubakar Yusuf

In a remarkable display of purpose-driven celebration, the Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC) and former Commissioner for Finance in Lagos State, Dr. Rabiu Onaolapo Olowo, marked his 40th birthday by launching the Rabiu Olowo Foundation, a philanthropic initiative dedicated to tackling sickle cell disease, improving access to education, and empowering communities across Nigeria. The foundation was officially launched at an event held on Tuesday at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. Themed “A Life of Purpose, A Future of Impact,” the ceremony included an inaugural…

OSSAP-SDGs commissions Modern Educational Complex for Visually Impaired in Lagos

Abubakar Yusuf

In a bold demonstration of equity and empowerment, the Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive development with the commissioning of a state-of-the-art educational and residential facility for visually impaired children in Lagos.   A renewed wave of social investment swept through Surulere on Tuesday as the newly constructed and fully furnished complex at the Bethesda Home and School for the Blind was officially unveiled. The facility, delivered by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (OSSAP-SDGs), marked a major milestone in…

Wike’s Exploits at Boosting IGR in FCT, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

The ascension of Barrister Nyesom Ezenwo Wike as the Minister of FCT has attracted more blessings and revelation to the untapped internally generated revenue IGR of the territory.   The ongoing implementation of ground rent payments abandoned by both public and private entities who owned properties for many decades will be a source of revenue boost for the FCT that could translate to bumper infrastructural and many other development desiring attention in the FCT.   For the over 4,000 defaulters of ground rent , it is expected that from the…