By Abimbola Ogunnaike Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have confirmed the arrest of at least 28 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu State. EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, confirmed the arrest of the suspects in a statement issued on Friday, 18 August, 2023 in Abuja. The suspects were identified as Godwin Ogbonna, Bright Chidozie, Chukwuebuka Ugwu, Ifesi Isaac, Collins Nnachi, Micheal Nnamdi, Ikechukwu Anya, Nneji Onyebuchi, Nwali Chukwudi and Godwin Okwuchi Promise among others. Uwujaren said some items were recovered from the suspects, such as nine exotic cars, 44 mobile phones, seven personal computers and one international passport.…
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By Abimbola Ogunnaike Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has commended the Embassy of Qatar and the Qatari-owned Sanabil project for their plan to build extensive housing estate with 500,000 units in the state. The planned building of the monumental structure, according to Sani, is aimed at uplifting the lives of the state’s vulnerable and underserved population. The governor made the commendation during the groundbreaking ceremony at Millennium City. According to the Governor, “The Economic City will establish world-class infrastructure, positioning Kaduna as a benchmark for contemporary affordable living. It will offer a secure environment and a conducive atmosphere for thriving business…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the three ministers appointed from the state by President Bola Tinubu, namely: Mr. Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy; Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy; and Dr. Ishak Salako, Minister of State, Environment and Ecological Management. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, and made available to newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, on Friday, 18 August, 2023, Governor Abiodun lauded President Tinubu on the portfolios, saying that they reflected the belief in the capacity and competence of…
The Oyo State Government has approved the immediate release of car loans for primary school teachers, across all zones in the state. This was disclosed today in Ibadan by the coordinating Director, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Mr. Jacob Dairo, who stated that the loan is coming as a palliative to teachers in the state. He said the loan which is to be distributed in many tranches is to cushion the effect of the removal of fuel subsidy, on Oyo State primary school teachers. According to him, the scheme was graciously approved by the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi…
The Lagos State Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA) has become the first government education regulatory agency in Africa to receive both ISO 9001: 2015 and ISO 21001:2018 certifications, setting the record for the first State Educational Agency in Nigeria to receive an ISO certification. The ISO 9001: 2015 and ISO 21001:2018 certifications are towards “The Services of Regulating Pre-Tertiary Education in Lagos State through Inspection, Monitoring, Assessment and Providing Assurance of Good Quality Educational Services Related to Teaching and Learning’’. Sharing the outstanding achievement on Wednesday, 16 August, 2023, the Director-General, Lagos State Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA),…
Women groups in the Niger Delta region have commended the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and the Senate on its role in trade disputes between the Federal Government and the Labour Unions, which led to the suspension of the strike by the Resident Doctors and the planned protests by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) The commendation was contained in a press statement by Mothers and Female Stakeholders in the Niger Delta Region under the aegis of Niger Delta Women League in support of the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. The release was signed…
The Lagos State Government has launched a project “The Art for Climate Change”, with the aim of using creative art to tackle climate challenges and promote awareness and action through artistic expression. For the project, the Lagos State Government is partnering with the Creative Youth Community Development Initiative – Solution17 for Climate Action, and New York University, Abu Dhabi in United Arab Emirates (UAE), to promote climate change awareness and action using artistic expression. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, 17 August, 2023, in Ikeja, to herald the launch of the Art for Climate Project, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of…
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has approved that August 20 of every year as Isese Day in the state. To this end, the Governor has declared Monday, 21 August, 2023 as the maiden public holiday to commemorate the day. This is contained in a circular signed by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo. According to the circular, the governor urged traditional worshippers in the state to use the occasion to pray for the peace, unity and stability of the state in particular and the country in general. The approval indicates the governor’s commitment to inclusivity and…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Friday, 18 August, 2023, dismissed an appeal brought before it by Senator Smart Adeyemi, seeking to nullify the primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State which produced Usman Ododo as the party’s flagbearer for the state’s governorship election slated for November 11. The Appellate Court held that the appeal argued by Adekunle Oladapo Otitoju on behalf of Senator Adeyemi was completely bereft of merit and was thrown out. In a unanimous judgment of a 3-man panel of Justices of the Court, Adeyemi who recently represented Kogi West Senatorial District…
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State said Dr. Oba Otudeko has made impactful contributions to the economy of Nigeria and the prosperity of Nigerians as one of the biggest employers of labour through his conglomerate. Oba Otudeko, born on August 18, 1943, in Ibadan, Oyo State turns 80 years on Friday, 18 August, 2023. Abiodun, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Lekan Adeniran on Friday, 18 August, 2023 described the founder and chairman of Honeywell Group as an astute investor and industrialist, who contributed immensely to the Nigerian economy in diverse areas, such as oil and gas,…