Author: Saint Augustine

…Says CBT holds in two centres The Oyo State Government has said that about Fifteen Thousand (15,000) candidates will sit for its forthcoming Computer based test for recruitment into different cadres in the State’s civil service. The Chairman, Oyo State Civil Service Commission, Alh. Kamoru Abiodun Aderibigbe disclosed this Friday at his office in Ibadan. According to him, the examination will hold from Monday, November 25, 2024 to Thursday, November 28, 2024. He said approval was given by Governor Seyi Makinde for about Nine Hundred (900) Officers to be recruited into over 60 Cadres across MDAs in the Mainstream of…

…Says peace is essential for national development The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has called for robust support for the Nigerian Military in its ongoing efforts to combat insecurity, emphasizing that peace is a cornerstone of national development. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 45th International Trade Fair organized by the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture, KACCIMA, the Minister highlighted that an improving security situation in the country will pave the way for enhanced economic prosperity. He reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to restoring peace and stability and urged Nigerians to continue supporting…

…As Enisuoh sensitizes manufacturers on carbon credit Dr. Anthony Onoharigho, Deputy Registrar, Liberian Maritime Authority, has described transportation and logistics as key sectors that will help the country achieve the African Continental Free Trade Agreement, AfCFTA objectives. Onoharigho said this at the second edition of the Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria, MARAN Annual Maritime Lecture, MAMAL held on Thursday in Lagos. The lecture had the theme: “AfCFTA – Dismantling Barriers, Navigating Regional Trade.” “The transport sector is undermined. To move goods within the country is a problem and now thinking about Africa, so we need to make things seamless by…

… Adequate security is vital for business prosperity – Badaru The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has assured the people of the South-East of enhanced security measures, emphasizing that a secure environment is crucial for business growth and prosperity. During his operational visit to Enugu in the South-East, the Minister addressed officers and personnel of the 82 Division/Joint task force South-East Operation Udo ka under the General officer commanding, Major-General H.T Dada. He appreciated their performance while urging them to intensify their efforts in combating insecurity in the region. He also engaged with key stakeholders, including heads of…

Former Acting National President of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents, ANLCA, Dr. Kayode Farinto has identified concealment of information as one of the stumbling blocks to the successful implementation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area, AfCFTA in Nigeria. Farinto who stated this in a paper titled, “AfCFTA: Dismantling Trade Barriers, Navigating Regional Trade”, which he delivered at the 2024 MARAN Annual Maritime Lecture, MAMAL held in Lagos on Thursday said that pretending that all was well when it was not true would be the greatest undoing to Nigeria as country in maximizing the benefits inherent in the…

Global recognition has come the way of Captain Warredi Enisuoh, Executive Director, Operations and Technical Services of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, TSSNL as he has been nominated for the Award of Honorary Doctorate Degree in Leadership and Strategies by the prestigious Highstone Global University, Texas, USA. In the letter of nomination extended to the carbon credit expert, the Institution noted that Warredi was nominated for the award due to his remarkable contributions and positive impact in society. The institution expressed its pride in Warredi’s role in advancing societal progress and creating lasting change. The statement reads, “We are honored…

On two different occasions, the Management of the Bank of Industry, BOI has refused to appear before the House Committee on Public Petitions of the National Assembly in a petition brought against it by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ashford Industries Nigeria Limited, Mr. Okey Justine Ezeh over alleged seizure of 327 industrial machines belonging to the company by the Bank since 2009 and fraudulent sale of parts of the equipment. The Bank was summoned to appear before the Committee on November 7, 2024 following a petition filed by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Ashford Industries…

The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON is currently in Enugu on operational tour of 82 Division of Nigerian Army and other military platforms in Enugu. He was received on arrival by the General Officer Commanding 82 Division of the Nigerian Army/Commander JTF Southeast of Operation Udoka, Major-General H.T Dada and other senior military officers. The Minister is expected to meet with Southeast stakeholders on the way forward. Details later… Send your press invite, news, press releases/articles to augustinenwadinamuo@yahoo.com. Also, follow us on Twitter @PrimetimeRepor1 and on Facebook on facebook.com/primetimereporters or call the editor on 07030661526.

…Harps on strengthening legal instruments to grow maritime The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, yesterday, deposited three Instruments of Accession to IMO Conventions that were signed by President Bola Tinubu, GCFR. This event took place at the headquarters of the International Maritime Organization, IMO, which acts as the repository for these conventions. This move, coming a few weeks after Nigeria declared its intention to contest election for a seat on the IMO Council, is expected to enhance Nigeria’s maritime governance and align its practices with international standards, promoting maritime safety, security, and environmental protection. Shortly after…

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola has reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government to the African Continental Free Trade to ensure economic development in Nigeria and create new export opportunities for the Marine sector under the Guided Trade initiative. The Minister who was represented by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Ismail Omipidan gave this assurance in his keynote address at the Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria, MARAN Annual Lecture with the theme: “AfCFTA: Dismantling Trade Barriers, Navigating Regional Trade”, held on Thursday in Lagos. According to the Minister, the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy,…