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Nigeria Customs hosts roundtable to enhance Governance in State-Owned Enterprises

Lukman Laleye Babalola

On February 6, 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) convened a high-level roundtable at its headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, focusing on operational best practices for government-owned companies. The event gathered key stakeholders from the military, paramilitary, and financial sectors to discuss strategies for improving corporate governance, financial autonomy, and operational efficiency.   Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, emphasized the importance of these principles in managing state-owned enterprises, particularly those under military and paramilitary organizations. He highlighted that the NCS operates four companies contributing to economic growth, job creation, and service…

Gov Okpebholo Prioritizes Infrastructure Development in Edo— Engr. Bello

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Projects Implementation and Monitoring, Engr. Ufoma Bello, has reaffirmed Governor Monday Okpebholo’s commitment to driving infrastructural development across the state.   Speaking at the first quarterly stakeholders’ engagement held at the Government House in Benin City, Bello emphasized that infrastructure remains a core mandate of the administration. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including officials from the Edo State Ministry of Works, the Edo State Public Buildings and Maintenance Agency (EDPUBMA), and the Projects Implementation and Monitoring Department.   The engagement…

Aminu Masari, Jelani in attendance, as Nigeria Talent Exploration Challenge launched in Abuja …. Sets to empower youths across Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Talent Exploration Challenge, a national initiative aimed at discovering, nurturing, and showcasing the exceptional skills of Nigerian youths in technical and vocational fields, was officially launched in Abuja today. The program, which evolved from the Katsina National Talent Hunt Challenge, was initiated by Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, former Speaker of the House of Representatives and former Governor of Katsina State, who now serve as Chairman of TETFund.   This initiative is open to Nigerian youths of all ages, creating opportunities for young talents to showcase their creativity…

Gov Zulum pledges increased support for NYSC programs in Borno State

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Zulum, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the support for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) activities within the state. This pledge was made during a courtesy visit by the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Yushau Dogara Ahmed, at the Government House in Maiduguri.   Governor Zulum highlighted the positive socio-economic impact of the resumption of the Orientation Camp in the state after a 13-year hiatus due to insurgency. He noted that the reopening has significantly contributed to the local economy, benefiting residents…

NITDA reaffirms commitment to Digital Transformation, seeks Global collaboration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a renewed push to enhance governance and service delivery, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to digital transformation, aligning with the federal government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, disclosed this during a meeting with a delegation from the Ukrainian Embassy in Nigeria, led by Ambassador Ivan Kholostenko, at the agency’s corporate headquarters in Abuja. The discussions focused on potential collaborations to enhance productivity, transparency, and trust in government processes.   Inuwa noted that the agency is intensifying efforts to…

Peter Omoh Dunia Rejoices with Mathew Tonlagha on Birthday

Emporium Reporters

By Our Reporter.   A foremost Philantrophist , Eneterpreneur, Mr Peter Omoh Dunia alias ‘Peter Black’ has sent a message of congratulations to his bossom friend Mathew Tonlagha, the Executive Director , Fenog Nigeria Limited (FNL), Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, Mathon Engineering Limited on the commemoration of his Birthday.   A statement personally signed to mark the occasion by the foremost Philantrophist, Peter Dunia pen down to his dear brother, Mathew Tonlagha and released to media men on Saturday, 8th, February, 2025, he described the day as special , particularly…

UK Home Office reaffirms partnership with NAPTIP, hands over upgraded Lagos Command Office and Detention Centre

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The United Kingdom Home Office International Operations has reiterated its commitment to strengthening its partnership with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) in the fight against human trafficking in Nigeria.   This assurance was given on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, during the official handover of the refurbished NAPTIP Lagos Command Office and Detention Centre, which was upgraded with support from the UK Home Office International Operations.   Speaking at the event, NAPTIP Director General, Binta Adamu Bello, described the UK as a key ally in…

First Lady Remi Tinubu pledges support for NAPTIP’s fight against Human Trafficking

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The fight against human trafficking in Nigeria received a major boost as the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, pledged to support the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) in its mission to protect Nigerians from exploitation. Senator Tinubu made the commitment while receiving the management of NAPTIP, led by its Director General, Binta Adamu Bello, during a courtesy visit to the State House, Abuja.   Commending NAPTIP for its achievements in advocacy, rescue, and prosecution of offenders, the First Lady emphasized the importance of public enlightenment…

CDS reaffirms commitment to Joint Operations at JTF Commanders Conference

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Christopher Musa has reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces to strengthening joint operations across all theatres, as the three-day Joint Task Force (JTF) Commanders Conference concluded in Abuja.   In his closing remarks, the CDS commended participants for their dedication and insightful contributions, emphasized that the conference had provided a platform to evaluate operational challenges, enhance inter-agency collaboration, and adopt new strategies to tackle evolving security threats.   He highlighted the importance of the conference theme, “Enhancing Jointness Across all Theatres of Operation,”…

Edo Govt reclaims Observer Printing Press, restores full control

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Edo State Government has officially regained full control of the Nigerian Observer printing press, which was previously ceded to consultants under the last administration.   The administration of former Governor Godwin Obaseki had shut down the state-owned newspaper, The Observer, on June 30, 2022, transferred its management to contractors, consultants, and political associates while redeployed its staff to the Ministry of Information and Communication. In a move to correct past decisions, Governor Monday Okpebholo has directed the reinstatement of the newspaper’s staff and has now reclaimed the printing press…