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 »
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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 »
Governor Umo Eno Appoints Daughter Helen Eno Obareki as Acting First Lady After Wife’s Passing
Governor Umo Eno has appointed his daughter, Mrs. Helen Eno Obareki, as the acting First Lady of Akwa Ibom State. This follows the death of his late wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno. On Friday Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, led a delegation of dignitaries, including Hajia Nana Shettima, wife of the Vice President, and wives of state governors and ... Read More »
E.M.F. RESTRUCTURES EUROPE…Appoints VSE Adetokunbo Soyoye Head of Diocese (Belgium, Holland and Spain)
The Pastor and Spiritual Head of the Celestial Church of Christ Worldwide, His Eminence, Reverend Emmanuel Mobiyina Oshoffa, has announced a major change in the organogram and administrative fabric of the church in Europe by merging some of the existing Districts and announcing a Head of Diocese for the Celestial Church of Christ in Belgium, Holland and Spain, in the ... Read More »
Gov Aiyedatiwa’s Pardon To 117 Convicts Beyond Legal Formalities — Ajulo
The exercise of the prerogative of mercy by the Ondo State governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa to 117 convicts demonstrates his firm belief in the transformative power of rehabilitation and the possibilities of second chances, rather than mere legal formalities. Ondo State’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, stated this in an interview with LEADERSHIP over Governor Aiyedatiwa’s ... Read More »
GOVERNOR AIYEDATIWA EXEMPLIFIES PROFOUND COMPASSION & INDERSTANDING – ONDO AG, AJULO, SAN
Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, OON, SAN , the esteemed Attorney General of Ondo State and a tireless advocate for justice and reform within the realm, shares his insights and perspectives on the compassionate leadership that characterizes Governor Aiyedatiwa’s administration in extending mercies to 117 Convicts to commemorate the 2024 Independence Celebrations. **Question:** What significance does October 1 hold in relation to ... Read More »