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Dabiri-Erewa preaches unity among African descent,as NiDCOM,Cuban Embassy partner on Cultural Exchange

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO,Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), said African descent globally, should unite for the common goal of promoting their diversity, strength and progress of the continent.   The NiDCOM Chairman stated this at a strategic meeting with the Cuban Ambassador to Nigeria, Miriam Morales Palmero, in Abuja. Dabiri-Erewa stressed that The Decade for the People of African Descent is an opportunity for Africans, all over the world to build a stronger, united and upward continent.   She further added that the Commission was eager to work with the…

Parliamentary Monitoring Group seeks speedy passage of Tax Reform Bills ….. says Tinubu has good intentions for all Nigerians

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As the debates for and against the proposed Tax Reform Bills continue to heat up, a pro-democracy organisation, known as Parliamentary Monitoring Group (PMG), has assured Nigerians that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu meant well for all segments of the country, and that the Bills were designed to rescue the country from economic quagmire.   Dr. Adebayor Lion Ogorry, President of PMG in a statement on Monday, called on both chambers of the National Assembly to give the Tax Reform Bills speedy passage, as it is a matter of urgent national…

New BPP DG warns Staff against rumour mongering, pledges open door policy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The new Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Mr Adebowale Adedokun, has cautioned staff members to desist from rumour-mongering whilst declaring his administration’s intention to maintain an open-door policy with staff.   The former Director of the BPP, Research, Strategic Training & Acquisition, made this known during the handover ceremony from his predecessor and acting Director General, Olusegun Omotola, which held at the BPP office in Abuja.   Identifying rumour-mongering as one of the major challenges of the bureau, Adebowale urged the staff to avoid rumour mongers of…

Gov Okpebholo inspects ongoing road construction in Benin

Emporium Reporters

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, inspected some ongoing road construction and repairs in the State Capital, Benin City. The Governor visited Upper Mission Road Extension by Aduwawa junction, Obadan junction, and Benin-Auchi Express Way to ascertain the level of work done since contractors were mobilised to sites. Okpebholo noted that the failed portions at Upper Mission Extension have made life unbearable for residents and traders alike in the area. He assured them that his administration is ready to work round the clock to fix the road and…

Gov Okpebholo gives timeline for completion of abandoned Ebomisi Secondary School

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has given a timeline, within which he will rebuild the abandoned Ebomisi Secondary School in Ugbogiobo, Ovia North East Local Governments Area of Edo State.   The school was abandoned by the administration of former Governor Godwin Obaseki, who was apparently angered by the support given to the All Progressive Congress (APC) and Governor Monday Okpebholo during the 21st September 2024 Governorship election in Edo State.   Governor Okpebholo, who visited the school on Monday as promised during his campaign, said his administration will…

Edo State Govt suspends consultancy services

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the immediate suspension of all consultancy services and related providers in the State’s public service. In a communication notice issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, “all financial transactions and related services with affected consultants and service providers are to be put on hold immediately, pending when a Review Committee, established by the Governor, submits its report. “All Accounting Officers, Heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies are expected to take note and comply strictly with this directive.”

House celebrates Chidimma Adetshina, says she is A True Symbol of Hope And Possibility

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives has congratulated Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina, Nigeria’s representative at the 73rd Miss Universe competition held in Mexico, for her outstanding achievement as the first runner-up.   The 23-year-old’s remarkable journey to this global stage and her stellar performance exemplify the resilience, brilliance, and elegance that define the Nigerian spirit.   From her triumph as Miss Universe Nigeria (representing Taraba State), to being crowned Miss Universe Africa/Oceania on the international stage, she has proven herself to be not just a beauty queen but a true ambassador of Nigeria’s…

Dabiri-Erewa celebrates Chidimma’s emergence as First Runner up ,Miss Universe

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has congratulated Nigeria’s Chidimma Adetshina for emerging second at Miss Universe 2024, describing it as a reward for her doggedness and resilience. In a congratulatory statement issued by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols of the Commission, the NIDCOM boss was excited that despite all odds, Chidimma remained focused and attained her goals. Dabiri-Erewa said though Chidimma Adetshina as Nigeria’s representative, finished as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition held in Mexico, her courage, determination…

Niger SSG mourns passing of Chief Imam of Minna, describes him as epitome of humility

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Chief Imam of Minna Central Mosque, Malam Ibrahim Isah Fari, the Muslim community in Minna, and the entire State.   The SSG in his condolence message said Malam Ibrahim Isah Fari was a revered Islamic scholar, a dedicated servant of Allah, and a unifying figure who worked tirelessly to promote peace, understanding, and harmony among the people of Minna in particular and State as a whole.  …

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…