Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Tuesday, 16 January, 2024, visited the accident scene at Oko-Olowo ExpressWay in Ilorin West local government of the state, where two heavy trucks had collided and caught fire. Three persons have been confirmed dead while some others were injured in the resulting inferno. The Governor commiserated with the victims and their families, urging motorists to always drive safely and with respect for other road users. He appreciated the Federal government for its investment on the Oko-Olowo Express Way and other federal road projects in the state, adding that the state government will continue to…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has stated a willingness to foster a partnership request by the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) to combat fraud, promote transparency and accountability in the national taxation system. The endorsement made known today, Tuesday, 16 January, 2024, during a courtesy visit to the ICPC Headquarters in Abuja by the President of CITN, Mr. Samuel Agbeluyi, mni, was described by the ICPC Chairman as pertinent to curbing tax related corruption. Dr. Aliyu outlined key agenda for the partnership to include public awareness,…
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said that his administration has begun to take advantage of the Electricity Act 2023 to transform the power supply situation in the state. He described the new law as a game changer in the electricity sector, stating that the state will soon key into it, as it is set to sign its own version of the law soon. The Governor stated this on Monday, 15 January, 2024, when he received the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, at the Executive Chambers of the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. Governor Makinde, who congratulated Adelabu on his…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has called on Nigerians to have faith in the current political system, the government and its leaders, saying the country is on the verge of rising again. He also called on them to shun all acts of violence or act that do not define them as a people. The Governor stated this during the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at the Arcade Ground, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Prince Abiodun also called on Nigerians to continue to be their brother’s keeper, urging them to stay away from sowing discord among themselves. The governor urged Nigerians to…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, 15 January, 2024 signed the N2.267 trillion 2024 Appropriation Bill of Lagos State into law, ushering in a new expenditure cycle. The Governor, at a ceremony held in the State House, Alausa, assented to the “Budget of Renewal” days after the House of Assembly passed the proposed expenditure bill and transmitted it to the executive arm for approval. The State Government is prioritising spending on infrastructure, environment, education and technology, just as it significantly raised allocation to security and public safety. Of the total budget, N1.315 trillion, representing 58 per cent, is allocated for capital…
The Director General of the National Intelligence Agency, Amb. Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, has commended Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State for his exceptional achievements in the state. Abubakar, in a commendation letter he personally signed and addressed to Governor Bello, congratulated him on his notable strides since he assumed office as Kogi Governor in 2016, saying his various infrastructural projects had opened up the state as one of Nigeria’s main trade routes. While congratulating the Governor and the Kogi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress for winning the just concluded governorship election in the state, the NIA boss noted…
By Kashim Shettima There couldn’t have been a more poignant last chapter to a man’s life than my final text exchange with him. He reached out on December 31, 2023, to draw my attention to a Qur’an recital competition in Damaturu, Yobe State, stating that it transpired without deserving prizes. In his typical fashion, he outlined interventions that could align with the noble ambitions of the reciters and organisers. What he didn’t say this time around, while preferring the cloak he wore to redirect our concerns away from his health and towards others, was that he was on the brink…
Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested a former Minister of Commerce and Industry, Charles Chukwuemeka Ugwuh, for an alleged conspiracy and fraud to the tune of N3.6 billion. Ugwuh was arrested alongside with Chief Geoffrey Ekenma on Thursday, 11 January, 2024 at No.2, Musa Yar Adua way, New Owerri, Imo State, following a petition to the Commission from a new generation bank on the alleged fraud perpetrated through a company, Ebony Agro Industries Ltd., linked to the ex-Minister. Investigations revealed that Ugwuh and Ekenma, Managing Director, Ebony Agro Industries Ltd.,…
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has commended the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede on his sterling efforts in fighting economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption since he assumed office, pointing out that he is doing well on his job. He gave the commendation in Abuja on Monday, January 15, 2024 at the Force Headquarters when Olukoyede paid him a courtesy visit. Egbetokun said, “ I warmly welcome you and congratulate you on your appointment. You are doing well and Mr. President has a lot of confidence in…
The Federal Ministries of Solid Minerals Development and Environment are strengthening collaboration to ensure that mining operations in the country have minimal adverse impact on the environment, in line with international best practices. Speaking while receiving the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, in his office, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to securing mining areas whilst removing impediments to seamless operations and ensuring mining processes conform to global standards of negligible harmful impact on the environment. In his remarks, Mr. Lawal emphasized that issues around security in mining sites…