There is an uneasy calm at the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) over the alleged fraudulent and immediate promotion of four General Managers on Level 16 to the level of Directors on Level 17 in order to force them out of office in line with a recent circular from the office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation that Directors who have spent eight years or more in the position should retire. It would be recalled that in the circular (Ref: HCSF/SPSO/268/T3/2/37) dated July 27, 2023, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Dr. Folashade…
Author: Soffiyyah Olamide
My attention has been drawn to a mischievous story by the Cable Newspaper claiming that I made approvals of over N11 billion after taking my pre-retirement leave. Nothing can be further from the truth. The entire story was sensationally written with mischief that took the ordinary events of my work out of context with the intent to tarnish my image. First and foremost, I want to categorically state that after my exit as FIRS Executive Chairman, I made no such approvals as claimed in the report. Fundamentally: It is important to note that no payment was made by the Service…
The Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has expressed satisfaction over the justice meted out on Filippo Ferlazzo, an Italian man who killed a Nigerian citizen in Italy. Dabiri-Erewa while stating that though the life lost can never be replaced, said: “I am glad that this case finally got justice. Like I always say, there has to be consequences for actions.” Dabiri-Erewa commended the Nigerian Mission in Rome, for following through with the case and other cases involving Nigerians. The convict bagged 24 years jail term on Wednesday for causing the death of a 39-year-old Nigerian man…
The Federal Government has commenced important step towards drafting the nation’s Circular Economy Roadmap Framework to guide Nigeria’s transition to a more circular economy in the short, medium and long terms (2023-2050). Speaking during the Stakeholders Validation Workshop of Nigeria Circular Economy Roadmap in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Ibrahim Idris noted that Nigeria with a population of over 200 million people generates about 32 million tons of solid waste per year, with little or no segregation is illegally dumped in open spaces or co disposed off with hazardous wastes in dumpsites and burnt openly. He decried that:…
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Power Africa have launched “the Growing Green Jobs for Women in Nigeria” initiative to foster gender equality and promote clean energy solutions. This initiative aimed at equipping approximately 500 women and youth with the required skills and opportunities to secure better jobs in Nigeria’s energy sector. According to a statement from United States Embassy in Nigeria, historically women have been underrepresented in energy-related professions in Nigeria, and their presence in leadership or decision-making roles remains limited. The Powering Jobs Census 2022 revealed a stark contrast in the distribution of women in science,…
The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) has announced the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) as the best Federal Ministries, Departments & Agencies (MDA) in the Use of Environmental Sustainable Technology Implementation in the country. In a letter ref. BPSR/ICT.20/1/139 conveying news of the prestigious Nigeria GovTech Award, the Director General of BPSR, Dr. Dasuki Arabi also revealed the nomination of the Director General of NESREA, Prof. Aliyu Jauro for the Distinguished GovTech Trailblazer’s Award for exemplary leadership. Arabi disclosed that a major criteria for the Distinguished GovTech Trailblazer’s Award was the advancement of GovTech initiatives and…
The Federal Government has declared Monday, 2 October, 2023 as a public holiday in commemoration of the Nation’s 63rd independence celebration. The exact Independence Day is always marked on October 1, but this year’s celebration falls on a Sunday, making government to declare Monday 2nd, a working day to mark it. The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, while making the declaration in Abuja, congratulated all Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora. Tunji-Ojo in a statement on Thursday signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade assured Nigerians of Government continued commitment to tackling challenges facing…
Filmhouse Imax located in the upper class of Lekki and its environ lost its balance on Wednesday September 27th, 2023 when celebrities and Nollywood super stars trooped out in large number at the premiere of the much awaited and much talked Prime Video five-part mini-series tiltled ‘SHE Must Be Obeyed’, which hit the entertainment atmosphere in Nigeria and across the world on Friday, 29 September, 2023. The management of the company had last week released a statement announcing the new drama series featuring Nigeria’s Nollywood darling and mega superstar, Funke Akindele as lead actor and others in the drama. Stars…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has announced the commencement of the application process for its 2023/2024 Foreign Post Graduate (Masters) Scholarship Programme.This marks a significant stride in the Commission’s unwavering commitment to fostering human resource development and empowerment of the youths in the Niger Delta region.Aiming to cultivate empowerment and specialization, this initiative is designed to equip the vibrant minds of the region with indispensable skills and training. The goal is to facilitate their meaningful participation in the Federal Government’s local content programme and to enable them to excel in various professional disciplines, enhancing their global competitiveness.Diverse Opportunities for Study:The…