Don't miss:

Author Archives: seun

Oil Magnate Akintoye Akindele Shuns Trial Over Alleged N11bn Fraud, EFCC Invitation Over Another Alleged $35m Scam …Travels Abroad

Lagos based Oil Magnate and former Managing Director of Duport Midstream Company Limited, Atlantic Refineries and Chairman of Platform Capital, Mr Akintoye Akindele, have refused to appear in court for his trial over alleged diversion of $5,636,397.01, and N73,543,763.25, belonging to Summit Oil International Ltd. This is already fueling speculations that Akindele may have fled the country to avoid trial ... Read More »

Gov Aiyedatiwa Pledges Immediate Support for Ondo Flood Victims, Vows Long-Term Solutions

– Govt to rehabilitate flood-prone areas, provide support for victims The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Sunday visited and inspected some areas in Ondo town that were recently affected by flood. The visit, aimed at assessing the damage and providing immediate intervention, came in the wake of heavy rainfall that caused widespread flooding. The Governor was ... Read More »

Governor Fubara to Swear in Newly Elected Council Chairmen Today at Government House

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE STATE GOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, the Governor of Rivers State, will today Sunday, October 6, 2024, swear-in the newly elected Council Chairmen at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Port Harcourt, by 4pm. The newly elected Chairmen, along with one (1) guest each, are expected to be seated ... Read More »

UN Security Council Reform: Why Nigeria Deserves a Permanent Spot. By Tunde Rahman

Nigeria has significantly contributed troops and police officers to the United Nations peacekeeping operations worldwide since 1960. That year, the Nigeria Police deployed the first-ever contingent of individual police officers to the UN Mission in the Congo. Assistant Commissioner of Police Louis Edet led the team at the time. In these operations, Nigeria resolutely committed herself to the onerous task ... Read More »

President Tinubu Hails Dele Alake on 68th Birthday, Celebrates Decades of Collaboration

President Bola Tinubu congratulates the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, on his 68th birthday. President Tinubu celebrates his long-time ally, buddy, brother and invaluable partner for his support throughout his political journey as Senator, Governor of Lagos State, Presidential candidate and President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The President says he cherishes working closely and collaboratively with ... Read More »

Teachers’ Day: Ogun Governor Declares Monday Work-Free, Announces Major School Renovations and Reforms

. Pronounces Monday as work-free day for teachers Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the construction of 12 blocks of 900 smart classrooms in four schools in each zone across the state. The four benefiting schools are Abeokuta Grammar School, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta; Ijebu-Ode Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode; Remo Secondary School, Sagamu; and Yewa College, Ilaro. The governor also approved ... Read More »

DABIRI-EREWA APPLAUDS ADEDEJI BADIRU AS HE BAGS A DISTINGUISHED AWARD

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has applauded Dr. Adedeji Badiru as he bags the 2024 Tau Beta PI Association Award. In a statement issued by the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, NiDCOM, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa described this feat as his unwavering dedication, resilience, doggedness and quest for success in his profession. She encouraged Badiru ... Read More »

NEPC-NIDCOM PARTNER ON DIASPORA EXPORT MARKET PLACE

ABUJA, OCTOBER 2, 2024: The Agricultural sector is a powerhouse of opportunities, contributing 25 percent to Nigeria’s GDP and employing over 70 percent of the workforce. Recognising the potential for global growth, NEPC and NiDCOM are partnering to engage the diaspora in expanding Nigeria’s export reach. This was emphasised by Mrs. Nonye Ayeni, Executive Director/CEO, Nigerian Export Promotion Council, (NEPC), ... Read More »

Ogun State Donates N200 Million to Aid Borno Flood Victims

The @OGSG_Official has donated N200 million to the Borno State Government following the devastating flood that recently ravaged the state, destroying property and displacing thousands of residents. It will be recalled that Governor @DapoAbiodunCON had earlier sent messages of condolence to the people and government of Borno State, commending the state government for its prompt response alongside interventions from the ... Read More »