Author: Friday Omosola

Udobong Ntia, the newly appointed Executive Vice President (EVP) Upstream of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), has urged stakeholders in the nation’s oil and gas upstream sector to prioritise corporate governance, transparency, and operational efficiency. Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC in a statement on Thursday said Ntia spoke at the “Enhancing Governance, Risk, and Compliance in Nigeria’s Upstream Sector” workshop held in Lagos. Ntia emphasised that governance, risk management, and compliance are integral to NNPC’s core values of Integrity, Excellence, and Sustainability. Ntia commended the leadership within the upstream industry and regulators for their commitment…

Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has joined President Bola Tinubu and First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on a three-day state visit to France aimed at deepening bilateral relations. The visit, which commenced on Wednesday, saw President Tinubu welcomed in Paris with full military honours by the French Republican Guard. The delegation includes state governors, top government officials, and key stakeholders. The agenda focuses on fostering collaboration in agriculture, security, education, health, youth engagement, innovation, and energy transition. Governor AbdulRazaq’s participation underscores his commitment to enhancing Kwara State’s ties with France, which have been…

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has expressed profound condolences to Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, following the passing of his wife, Patience, after a brief illness.   During a condolence visit to Governor Umo Eno at the Government House in Uyo, Governor Mutfwang described the loss as a significant tragedy for the Eno family, Akwa Ibom State, and Nigeria as a whole. “We are here to commiserate with you on the demise of your dear wife. Thank God He has begun to grant you the fortitude to bear this great loss. Death is always painful, as it leaves a void…

In a bid to bolster professionalism and efficiency within the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has mandated the immediate restructuring and sanitisation of the Kebbi State Criminal Investigation Department (CID).  This move is part of the IGP’s vision to establish specialised investigative units capable of delivering modern policing standards. In a press release issued by Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police’s spokesperson, the IGP ordered the reassignment of all officers currently attached to the Kebbi CID to other commands, formations, and training schools. The directive aims to introduce highly skilled personnel to the department, enabling it to…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intensified its crackdown on fraud-related activities, with two major operations reported on Wednesday. In Abuja, EFCC arrested an unnamed suspected internet fraudster at No. 25 Aliyu Modibbo Street, Guzape Hills, following credible intelligence about his involvement in cybercrime. Items recovered from the suspect included a 2019 Range Rover Velar, $4,100, N2 million in cash, an AP silver wristwatch, two mobile phones, and a laptop. The suspect is expected to be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations. Meanwhile, in Maiduguri, the EFCC’s Zonal Directorate arraigned one Bukar Umar Alhaji before Justice…

The 8th Symposium of Heads of Navies and Coast Guards of the Gulf of Guinea commenced on Wednesday at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, with a strong focus on enhancing maritime security and fostering sustainable development in the region.  The two-day event, scheduled to conclude on Thursday, brought together key stakeholders to address the pressing security challenges in one of the world’s most strategically important maritime zones. Themed “Maritime Security and Sustainable Development in the Gulf of Guinea,” the high-level gathering is organized by the Nigerian Navy in collaboration with the European Union and the French Navy. The Symposium seeks to…

Nigeria has called for strengthened governance, transparency, and regional cooperation in Africa’s extractive industries to transform resource wealth into sustainable development.  Vice President Kashim Shettima made this assertion during the inaugural International Exhibition of Extractive and Energy Resources (SIREXE) held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.   Addressing the summit themed “Policies and Strategies for the Sustainable Development of the Extractive and Energy Industries,” Shettima emphasised that robust institutions are vital for turning natural resource wealth into national prosperity. “This is not just about resources; it’s about people, prosperity, and posterity. The strength of our governance institutions will determine whether resource wealth becomes…

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and his Deputy,  Olayide Adelami, on Tuesday paid a visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to brief him on the recently concluded governorship election in the state.   The governor expressed gratitude to the President for his support and exemplary leadership, which he credited for ensuring a free, fair, and peaceful election in Ondo State. During the meeting, Governor Aiyedatiwa and Adelami presented their Certificates of Return to the President, symbolising their official confirmation as winners of the election. Accompanying them were Senate President Senator Godswill Akpabio, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji,…

President Bola Tinubu has nominated three individuals to fill vacant positions on the board of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). The nominations, aimed at strengthening the Bureau’s oversight functions, were disclosed in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The nominees include Fatai Ibikunle from Oyo State, Kennedy Ikpeme from Cross River State, and retired Federal High Court judge, Justice Ibrahim Buba. The Code of Conduct Bureau, established in 1979, plays a pivotal role in promoting integrity and ethical conduct within Nigeria’s public service. The Bureau operates with a 10-member board responsible for ensuring adherence to the nation’s…

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, is set to unveil the winner of the “Every Home A Garden” competition on December 5.  This initiative launched nearly a year ago, was designed to promote home gardening as a means of achieving food sufficiency and self-reliance in Nigerian households. During a final selection review held in her office, Mrs Tinubu expressed her satisfaction with the success of the initiative. “The objective of this competition has been achieved because people can now feed themselves and their neighbours,” she said. “When we started this journey almost a year ago, nobody would have believed us that it…