Author: Abubakar Yusuf

FRC; Pioneering Governance Code for Public Institutions, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC), under the indefatigable leadership of the new Executive Secretary, Chief Executive Officer, Dr Rabiu Onaolapo Olowo has perfected plans to introduce a new governance code that will cover public institutions in the country, a move that was not prevalent in the old order.   This was coming after the launch of similar code in the private sector to galvanize businesses across the country in collaboration with corporate bodies six years down the line.   The code and framework for both public and private sector governance…

DG National Productivity Centre receives representatives of AIG-Imokhuede Foundation

Abubakar Yusuf

The Director-General of National Productivity Centre, Dr Baffa Babba Dan’Agundi, received a team from the AIG-Imokhuede Foundation on Wednesday as part of a schedule for achieving their collaborative efforts.   The National Productivity Centre (NPC) and AIG-Imokhuede Foundation are collaborating to enhance productivity and efficiency in Nigeria’s public sector.   The primary goals of this partnership are twofold. Firstly, it aimed to elevate the managerial and operational competencies of Nigerian civi servants at the sub-national level through the utilization of innovative productivity improvement tools and techniques. This strategic initiative is…

FHA suspends Developments in Gwarimpa ,Apo/ Guzape Estates

Abubakar Yusuf

The management of Federal Housing Authority has announced the suspension of all developments in its estates in Gwarinpa and Apo/ Guzape, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. This included all construction, structural and building developments.   This action was following management’s discovery of deliberate deviations from approved building plans in the estate and flagrant disobedience of Development Control directives.   A statement issued by the Head of Public Affairs , Kenneth Chigelu on Friday conveyed the management decision.   “While the management of FHA is working to restore the glory of all…

SDGs; Mulling Global Funding to Address 2020-2030 Agenda, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

The Decade of Action Agenda is gradually approaching the climax , about five years to the global community decision to end not only multidimensional poverty, social inequality, gender disparity, economic quagmire among many others that encompassed the 17 SDGs goals .   The combination of domesticated efforts of the leadership of the SDGs in Nigeria under Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire as the Senior Special Assistant to the President SSAP -SDGs along with the international communities and collaboration with the sub-nationals was aimed at driving the program to fruition.   This has…

Former DG NBC,Prof Armstrong Idachaba, calls for Cultural Reintegration

Abubakar Yusuf

By Abubakar Yusuf     As the 25th anniversary of the passage of the icon of Igala politics holds on the 26th of November 2024 at the Yar’adua centre, University Don and former DG of NBC, Prof. Armstrong Idachaba has called for the integration of cultural values in the development efforts of Nigeria’s ethnic nationalities.   Prof Idachaba, who was Chairman at the retreat of Urhobo Leadership forum , ULFA , which held on the 16th of November , at Abuja, recounted the rich and long standing cultural and historical…

UBEC: Driving Digital Innovation Hub to Fruition, By Abubakar Yusuf

Abubakar Yusuf

The Universal Basic Education Commission UBEC and it’s determination to provide a level playing ground for a robust technology and technological advancement in Basic Education hub to provide innovation , drives Initiative in line with the global community practices.   The recent convening of Basic Education stakeholders across the country was the determination to ensure all round transmission of the sector technologically towards meeting the demands of the global community.   With it’s efforts and early decisions to migrate the commission from analogue to digital era, it is obvious that…

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…

NNPCL Board makes Key Appointment ….. Sacks Umar Ajiya, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan

Abubakar Yusuf

The Board of Directors of NNPC Limited has announced a series of strategic leadership appointments. These changed according to a release signed by Olufemi Soneye,Chief Corporate Communication Officer,NNPCL reflected the Corporation continued dedication to enhancing corporate governance, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring long-term success in Nigeria’s energy sector.   According to the statement, the following new appointment were made with immediate effect;   1. Mr. Adedapo A. Segun has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Segun previously served as the Executive Vice President, Downstream, where he made…

House Committee on Housing visits Federal Housing Authority By Abubakar Yusuf

Abubakar Yusuf

The House of Representatives Committee on Housing has paid a working visit to the corporate headquarters of Federal Housing Authority, FHA.   Led by the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Abdulmumin Jibrin , said the visit was in line with the provision of the constitution that affected oversight visits to Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDA’s) of government .   Addressing the committee, the Managing Director, Federal Housing Authority FHA, Hon Oladimeji Oyetunde Ojo highlighted the performance of the agency in the last few years without annual budget appropriation.   He…