The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has described the 2023 International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), Universal Oversight Audit Program scored by Nigeria at 70 percent against the 75 percent benchmark set as unacceptable. He, however, hinted that Nigeria must subsequently enforce proper Monitoring and Evaluation to maintain the set standards. Keyamo made the disclosure at the 2023 Aviation Management retreat held in Warri, Delta State. He reiterated that the aviation industry is key and central to the sustainable growth and development of all other sectors in the Nigerian economy. Keyamo said: “This retreat is apt considering the…
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said the unmatched track record and popularity of Governor Hope Uzodinma has sent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to into a panic mood ahead of Saturday’s election. The National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in a statement issued Friday said that it was irresponsible of the call for the disqualification of Uzodinma. The party noted that PDP’s call was based on concocted flimsy allegation that the governor was behind an alleged viral video announcement that Sen. Samuel Anyanwu, PDP Imo State governorship candidate, had withdrawn from the race. He said: “To be crystal clear, neither Governor…
The House of Representatives has resolved to engage the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in the redevelopment of the nation’s security measures and make it an integral part of the solution. The Green chamber has also resolved to review the welfare of members of the armed forces and paramilitary organisations who risk their lives to keep the nation safe by improving their incentives. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion moved at the plenary on Wednesday by Hon. Abdussamad Dasuki. Moving the motion, Dasuki said Nigeria faces numerous security challenges, including insurgency, terrorism,…
The House of Representatives has queried the irregularities in the registration of subsidiary companies under the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST). The Chairman, House Committee on Finance on Hon. James Faleke issued the query on Wednesday when the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) alongside other agencies appeared before the committee for an interactive session on the 2024-2026 Medium Term Expenditures Framework/FSP. He said the registration of the two subsidiary companies namely, NIPOST Property Company Ltd and NIPOST Logistics were done with individuals as shareholders. Faleke noted that documents before the committee showed that two subsidiary companies under NIPOST were registered under…
A former National Vice Chairman (North West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Salihu Lukman has alleged that the Governor of Imo state, Hope Uzodinma financed the attempt to manipulate the emergence of Sen. Ahmed Lawan as the consensus Presidential candidate of the party. Lukman stated this in a statement issued Wednesday titled, “Agonising Experience of Being APC Member, Message to APC Leaders.” He admitted that somehow, many people close to these leaders consider him an antagonist, largely on account of many of the provocative recommendations he had made. The party Chieftain noted that it was heartbreaking that party…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Tuesday published the list of candidates and detailed information on the two polling units in Bayelsa and 38 in Imo States without registered voters. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, in a statement issued in Abuja reiterated that elections would not hold in these polling units. He added that no materials have been produced for these locations and no officials would be deployed to them. Olumekun noted: “In continuation of the Commission’s preparations for the three off-cycle Governorship elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States, the Commission is making…
The House of Representatives has said that Boko Haram terrorists will overrun communities in Yobe state may soon if urgent and drastic steps are not taken. The Green Chamber, therefore, called on the army to immediately mobilise troops to the affected areas, neutralise the terrorists and restore normalcy to the villages. The House raised the alarm following the killing of 78 people by the terrorists Koshebe, Karkut and Bulabulin in Jere Mafa Local government and Nguro Kayaiya, Gumsa and Kusur towns of Geidam local government areas. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion moved at the…
The House of Representatives Committee in Financial Crimes has expressed confidence in its capabilities to tackle the innate challenges of financial crimes in the country. Its Chairman, Hon. Ginger Obinna, disclosed this on Tuesday at the inaugural meeting of the committee. He said: “I look forward to the future with optimism, knowing that we have the privilege of serving alongside such an exceptional group of individuals.” The Chairman noted that the dedication of the committee to the noble cause was a source of inspiration for all. Obinna added: “While acknowledging the enormous responsibilities of the committee, we are confident and…
A group, Rescue Edo Movement has alleged that the governor of Edo state, Godwin Obaseki will unveil, market and get corporate endorsement for the Chairman of Alaghodaro Economic Summit, Mr. Asue Ighodalo as his preferred candidate for the Edo 2024 governorship election. The Convener of the group and the immediate past Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Andrew Emwanta disclosed this on Tuesday while addressing a press conference in Abuja. He stressed that while other states in Nigeria are celebrating visible development in critical sectors, Edo State is experiencing visible underdevelopment in almost every sector. The former commissioner noted that the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned one Emmanuel Sanikpege before Justice P .I. Ajoku, of the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The anti-graft agency in a statement issued Tuesday said its Port Harcourt Zonal Command arraigned the suspect for forging a letter of attestation and presenting himself as a surety to bail one Umor Bright, a suspect under investigation by the EFCC. It added that Sanikpege was arraigned on two- count charges bordering on forgery, contrary to Section 1(2) (c) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act (CAP M17 of the Revised Edition (Laws of…