The Minister of Innovation Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji has said the time has come for Nigeria to take her place among great nations on the globe. He said: “In today’s rapidly evolving world, the pace of technological advancements is not just fast; it is exponential. Nations that have recognized and harnessed the power of research, development, and innovation are leading the charge towards economic prosperity, societal well-being, and sustainable development. It is time for Nigeria to take its rightful place among these nations.” The Minister said this on Monday in Abuja during the opening of the National Research,…
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The Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has been advised to ensure that the guiding rule of appointment and career progression of Vehicle Inspection Officer are adhered to under his watch. A letter addressed to the Minister by one Ismaila Abdullahi and made available to journalists read: “The National Council on Establishment (NCE) at its 40th meeting held from 12th -16th March 2018, approved the creation of Vehicle Inspection Officer, Cadre Graded on SGL 08-17 for candidates possessing relevant university degree, vehicle officer/ vehicle inspection Superintendent Cadres Structured on SGL 6th – 14th the National Diploma / Higher National…
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) said it has uncovered a new ploy by some suspected human traffickers who are exploiting coordinated global brand trademarks and offering unrealistic oil and gas job offers to traffic unsuspecting youths and other classes of people to neighbouring West African countries for various forms of exploitation. The Director General of the agency, Prof Fatima Waziri-Azi, revealed this alarming trend at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja at the weekend while discussing emerging trends in human trafficking for the year 2024. She noted that in recent times, NAPTIP has redoubled its…
By Eseme Eyiboh President of Nigeria’s Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, CON has in faraway Geneva, Switzerland at the ongoing 148th Session of the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) took the bull by the horns when in an audacious display of depth and the Nigerian spirit called for action towards an enduring ceasefire and peace in Gaza. Akpabio was unequivocal in declaring that the time to end the carnage in Gaza is now and all hands must be on the deck. According to the President of the Senate, there is time for everything and the present circumstances demand all nations to rise…
The Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima @officialSKSM, has said the flag-off of the training on digitalization of workflow processes in the State House is a fulfilment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s promise to build an efficient workforce that is in tune with reality, leveraging technology. The training, the Vice President added, is a compelling testament to the President’s steadfast adherence to the principle of leading by example. Sen. Shettima was represented at the opening ceremony of the training programme for staff on the Digitalization of Workflow Processes in the State House by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President…
Justices J. Aikawa and Hawa’u Buhari of the Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna, have convicted and sentenced three currency racketeers to different jail terms. The convicts are, Adamu Seidu Abdul, Musa Gideon and Justice Musa. They were jailed on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 19 and 20, 2024, after pleading guilty to one-count charge bordering on currency racketeering, following their arraignment by the Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. The one- count charge against Justice reads: “that you, Justice Musa, sometime in February, 2024 in Kaduna within the Judicial Divison of this Honourable Court,did commit an act to wit: engaged yourself…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The US Navy has confirmed that a Nigerian-born Naval Officer, Michael Aregbesola, has died in the Red Sea after falling overboard while in operation. The US Navy on Saturday, 23 March, 2024 said Aregbosola assigned to the “Swamp Foxes” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 74, was deployed with a detachment aboard Mason, which has been operating in the US 5th Fleet since November. In the statement provided on the Naval website, the Pentagon wrote, “The U.S. Navy on Saturday identified the Sailor lost overboard from USS Mason (DDG 87) while operating in the Red Sea, March…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike Coach Randy Waldrum has revealed the list of 22 players he invited to represent the Nigerian women’s national team, the Super Falcons, in the upcoming Paris Olympics final qualifying fixture against South Africa. Among the 22 players called up are: captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Asisat Oshoala, and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, Soccernet.ng reports. Saudi Arabia-based defender, Ashley Plumptre, veteran Osinachi Ohale, and midfielder Deborah Abiodun, also made the list. Notable returns include 2019 World Cup standout Chidinma Okeke and forward Chiwendu Ihezuo. U-20 defender, Shukurat Oladipo, receives her maiden call-up. The Super Falcons are set to take on South…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The controversial Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi, has been invited for questioning by Federal Government of Nigeria over his comments on the activities of bandits in the country. The Minister of Information and Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while addressing journalists at the State House, Abuja, on Monday, 25 March, 2024 The Minister said the Islamic cleric was not “above the law”, adding that the government has deemed it necessary to invite him for questioning. Recall that few weeks ago, Gumi had called on the Tinubu-led government to join him in negotiating with bandits, urging him not to repeat what he…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The Federal Government of Nigeria has stated that there is no hiding place for, a Director of Binance, Nadeem Anjarwalla, who escaped from custody and fled the country after he was detained by the Nigerian Government. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on Monday, 25 March, 2024 to State House correspondents after Monday’s Federal Executive Council meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The minister, who said the International Police (Interpol) were currently on Anjarwalla’s trail, added that since Binance is an international firm, there is no way the culprit will evade arrest. His…