Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated an elder statesman and member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Senator Anthony Adefuye, on his 80th birthday. He describes Senator Adefuye, a member of the National Assembly in the aborted Third Republic, as a democrat and experienced politician who is passionate about good governance and the delivery of democratic dividends to ... Read More »
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FCT Labour Party Leaders Rally Behind National Transition Committee, Call for Nationwide Support
In a significant show of unity and support, the forum of Labour Party council chairmanship aspirants from the Abuja Municipal Area Councils (AMAC) paid a solidarity visit to the Labour Party National Transition Committee (LP-NTC) led by Comrade Abdulwaheed Omar. The visit, which took place in Abuja, aimed to pledge their loyalty and support to the NTC, urging party faithfuls ... Read More »
Jimi Lawal Denies Allegations of Avoiding ICPC Summons, Calls Reports Malicious
…Says I’ve nothing to hide The attention of the media office of Chief Jimi Adebisi Lawal (JAL), former Senior Counsellor and Chairman, Kaduna State Economic Development Council (2015 – 2022), has been drawn to a malicious report credited to The Nation newspaper and feasted on by some online platforms that he is being watchlisted because he failed to honour an ... Read More »
Filmhouse Group and National Council Unite to Elevate African Entertainment Industry
A premier celebration of African talent and culture, and Filmhouse Group a leading player in the African film and entertainment industry, are thrilled to announce a transformative new collaboration aimed at revolutionizing the African entertainment sector. Nigeria, the country of honor for this initiative, will be prominently featured throughout the partnership’s activities. The collaboration will kick off with MIP Africa, ... Read More »
Civil Service Reformer Dr. Yemi-Esan Hailed by Adeyanju on Her Retirement
As Dr. Folashade Yemi-Esan retires from the civil service after a distinguished career, I wish to publicly commend her for reforming the civil service and leaving behind a legacy of professionalism. Dr. Folashade Yemi-Esan’s tenure as Head of Service stands as a testament to exceptional leadership and dedication. Her remarkable contributions have left an enduring legacy in the realm of ... Read More »
Governor Adeleke Praises Pelumi Olajengbesi’s Dedication to Justice and Democracy in Birthday Message
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described Barrister Pelumi Olajengbesi as “00a blessing to humanity as he celebrates his birthday. A message signed by the Governor felicitated the human right lawyer and philanthropist for witnessing another year. “Barrister Pelumi Olajengbesi has no doubt proven to the world that he is a true democrat who uses his law practice to ... Read More »
NiDCOM Boss appeals to State Governors to support State Diaspora Focal Point Officers in discharging their duties
Abuja: August 12, 2024 Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has called on State Governors to empower and support their state Diaspora Focal Point Officers (SDFPOs) in the discharge of their duties. She also tasked the SDPFOs to actively participate and integrate into the Commission’s initiatives designed to foster national development. Dabiri-Erewa gave the advice during a ... Read More »
Dangote megaproject Refinery: Any Hope for Survival? By Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim CFR
The first $15 billion was already spent on Nevada’s Yucca Mountain megaproject until the Obama administration scrapped the project! A total of $65 billion, including damages, was spent on Yucca, and the ground was covered back without a project after spending $65 billion! Nigeria’s Government has in stock 11866 abandoned megaprojects, three of which account for about 60% of the ... Read More »
Nigeria Police Host National Youth Summit, Calls for Greater Youth Inclusion in Security Efforts
The Nigeria Police Force today, the 12th of August 2024, hosted the Nigeria Police Youth Summit at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja. The event commemorated the UN International Youth Day and signifies the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD., NPM., to the enhancement of national security through youth inclusivity and engagement. The event themed ... Read More »
IGP Egbetokun Calls on Nigerian Youth to Lead the Charge for National Security at Youth Summit
I am elated to stand before you today, at this significant occasion of the Nigeria Police Youth Summit, 2024, organized in collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization {UNESCO} in commemoration of the United Nations International Youths Day. The day, which is observed globally, provides us with a significant platform to acknowledge, appreciate, celebrate and harness the ... Read More »