Author: Friday Omosola

The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy has endorsed the Lagos International Festival of Animation (LIFANIMA) 2024. In a statement, the Ministry’s Director of Press, Chindaya Ahmadu, highlighted LIFANIMA as one of Africa’s premier animation festivals, emphasising its role in advancing Nigeria’s animation industry and showcasing the nation’s creative talent on a global stage. “Now in its seventh year, LIFANIMA has played a vital role in strengthening Nigeria’s animation landscape by showcasing local talent and integrating animated content into mainstream cinema. “Organised by Mr Muyiwa Kayode of USP Brand Management, the festival not only elevates storytelling in…

Chairman of the Revenue Allocation Mobilization and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mohamed Shehu, has highlighted the vital role of traditional rulers, describing them as not only custodians of tradition and culture but also pillars of stability and development in Nigeria. In a statement issued by RMAFC’s Head of Information and Public Relations, Maryam Yusuf, Shehu made these remarks during a courtesy visit by traditional rulers from Nasarawa State, led by His Royal Highness Abdullahi Amegwa, the Osana of Keana, in Abuja. Shehu noted that before the colonial era, traditional rulers were the governing authority in various Nigerian societies, shaping the system…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s dedication to comprehensive reforms within the Nigerian Correctional Service. According to a statement by the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Ozoya Imohimi, Tunji-Ojo made this commitment during the official launch of the report on the National Assessment of the Situation of Children and Young Adults Deprived of Liberty, held in Abuja on Tuesday. He emphasised that the Nigeria Correctional Service Act of 2019 requires a focused approach to juvenile delinquency, prioritizing reforms, rehabilitation, and the reintegration of offenders back into society. “I’m passionate about giving inmates, especially…

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation and the National Task Group on Sanitation (NTGS), has reaffirmed its dedication to advancing hand hygiene across Nigeria. The Ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Imuetinyan Funmi in a statement said handwashing is a fundamental component of public health, especially as the nation prepares to observe Global Handwashing Day. The statement emphasised that ongoing advocacy efforts are crucial in promoting proper handwashing practices to prevent diseases and safeguard the health of Nigerians. According to the statement, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumum Utsev during…

The Federal Government has launched a portal to grant youth access to 2,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) tricycles, aimed at enhancing transportation infrastructure and driving economic growth. Ayodele Olawande, Minister of State for the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, unveiled the portal in Abuja in collaboration with the Presidential CNG Initiative (PI-CNG) and the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association (NATOMORAS). During the launch, Olawande emphasized that the portal promotes transparency in enrolling young Nigerians into the Presidential CNG Initiative within the transportation sector. He noted that the platform empowers youth nationwide to register and connect with…

The National Coordinator and CEO of SERVICOM Presidency, Nnenna Akajemeli, has emphasised the significance of Customer Service Week in recognising and celebrating frontline staff. She noted that this celebration boosts the morale of employees across Ministries, Departments, and agencies (MDAs) of the government. Henrietta Okokon, Assistant Director of Information and Public Relations at SERVICOM Presidency, shared that Akajemeli delivered this message during her keynote address at the 2024 Customer Service Week event in Abuja on Tuesday. According to Akajemeli, Customer Service Week is observed annually during the first full week of October. This year’s global celebration takes place from the…

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has initiated high-level talks with the Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Garcete, to operationalize the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) and launch direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. According to a statement by the Minister’s Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Tunde Moshood, the discussions align with the directive of President Bola Tinubu. The statement highlighted that this strategic engagement builds on the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two countries in 2018, which aims to enhance air connectivity and foster economic cooperation. During the discussions, both representatives stressed the…

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has debunked reports claiming that citizens must obtain permission from the agency to use the National Anthem. NOA Director-General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, clarified during an interview with Radio Kwara that the agency, as the custodian of national symbols, is responsible for providing the correct melodies of the National Anthem. He also emphasised that individuals or organisations producing national flags or using them for commercial purposes should ensure they obtain the correct versions from the NOA. Issa-Onilu highlighted that state offices of the agency are actively conducting programs to educate Nigerians on the lyrics of the…

Tijani Ahmed, the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons, has expressed dismay over the recent attack on the National Open University Centre in Nsu, Ehime Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State. In a statement released by the Commission’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Zahra Rufai, Ahmed condemned the attack during his address at a conference in Abuja. He decried the violent incident, which led to the destruction of the university premises and several homes in the area. Ahmed also highlighted that he had recently visited the university to evaluate its potential…

Operatives from the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 13 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in the Nwaniba area of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. In a statement posted on its X page, the EFCC reported that the arrests were made on Monday during a sting operation, which was based on credible intelligence regarding the suspects’ involvement in fraudulent online activities. Among the items recovered were two Lexus 350 saloon cars with registration numbers BGK 698 SU (Abia) and ABC 573 BC, a Toyota Camry V6 with registration number UYY 888 HR…