Author: Saint Augustine

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,…

…Declare Njoku’s faction unlawful In a landmark ruling, the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, has declared as unlawful the recognition and publication of Chief Edozie Njoku as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA. Delivering its judgment today, the Court presided by Hon. Justice Omotosho, ruled that there was no valid or subsisting court order compelling the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize Njoku as the party’s leader. The Court categorically ordered INEC to delete the name of Chief Edozie Njoku and other purported national officers from the commission’s records as APGA officials. Additionally, it directed…

The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB has released the names of 5,600 newly recruited primary school teachers and 80 caregivers in the State. The SUBEB Chairman, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran who made this known in Ibadan, explained that the list was duly approved by the Oyo State Governor, Engr. ‘Seyi Makinde. He added that the newly engaged teachers and caregivers were the first batch to be employed from successful applicants in the recruitment exercise carried out by OYOSUBEB recently. Dr. Nureni Adeniran advised applicants to check the list by logging to the job portal via: https://www.jobportal.oyostate.gov.ng. The OYOSUBEB…

Since the perennial power supply challenges are not looking to abate anytime soon, the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria,MAN and energy experts recently convened and strategically explored desirable solutions to accelerate energy security for manufacturers. With the issue of energy adequacy for manufacturers which has been on the front burner for sometime, the association and stakeholders identified innovative solutions at a summit themed, “Power Supply Adequacy for Industrial Growth in Nigeria”, organized by the Manufacturers Power Development Company Limited. At the summit, President of MAN, Francis Meshioye noted that the event marks a significant milestone in the collective quest for…

Hon. Olumekun Olubunmi, President of the Barge Operators Association of Nigeria, BOAN extends his heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on his well-deserved victory in the just concluded Ondo State gubernatorial election. In his congratulatory message, Hon. Olubunmi commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for his commitment to public service and urged him to deliver impactful leadership that surpasses the achievements of his predecessors. “Your Excellency, the people of Ondo State have placed their trust in you to lead them toward prosperity. I urge you to set a new standard of governance by implementing policies that prioritize the well-being of…

The Apapa Port Command of Nigeria Customs Service has achieved a revenue collection of N2.01 trillion as at November 19, 2024. Customs Area Controller, CAC of the command, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu who disclosed this while addressing officers and men on a parade on Wednesday November 20, 2024 said the command aims at achieving its N2.2 trillion target for this year by the end of this month ahead of December. Comptroller Olomu said the command is drawing inspiration from the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi who announced the total collection of N5.07 trillion by the service on Tuesday at…