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Dec

2023

We’re Committed to Tackling Crime, Terrorism, Gaidam Assures INTERPOL

NATIONAL NEWS, SECURITY#Crime, #INTERPOL, #security

We're Committed to Tackling Crime, Terrorism, Gaidam Assures INTERPOL The Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has conveyed Nigeria's dedication to fostering effective partnerships with INTERPOL member countries to tackle crimes, combating terrorism and maintain global peace as well as commitment to ensuring public safety and upholding the principles of justice, according to a statement signed by the Ministry's Deputy Director, Press, Bolaji Kazeem, and made available to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP). The Minister who led the Nigerian delegation comprising Vice President Africa (INTERPOL), AIG Umar Garba (RTD); Director, Police Inspectorate Department (PID)…

Nov

2023

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Reps Committed to Stopping Mass Exodus of Health Workers, Says Kalu *Seeks partnership with Turkey on S’East security initiative

NATIONAL NEWS#BenjaminKalu, #Turkey

Reps Committed to Stopping Mass Exodus of Health Workers, Says Kalu *seeks partnership with Turkey on S'East security initiative *as Turkish govt mulls medical school, furniture academy in Nigeria The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has expressed the parliament's readiness to support efforts that will increase more skilled health workers in the country and curtail the mass exodus of health workers seeking greener pastures abroad. Kalu stated this when he received a delegation from a Turkish company, Duysiad Group and Flekssit Office Furniture Limited, led by its President and Member of board, Ahmet…

Nov

2023

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Engineering Critical in Achieving Economic Growth, Speaker Tajudeen. *Promises legislative support

NATIONAL NEWS#BenjaminKalu

Engineering Critical in Achieving Economic Growth, Speaker Tajudeen *promises legislative support Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Abbas Tajudeen PhD, on Tuesday said that the intersection of engineering and governance is significant in the pursuit of sustainable growth and development. Tajudeen stated this in Abuja while delivering his remarks at the: '2023 NSE National Engineering Conference, Exhibition and Annual General Meeting, themed: Re-Engineering the manufacturing sector for competitiveness and enhanced economic growth. Represented by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the Speaker said the theme of the event aligns with national goals, which emphasizes the vital…

Nov

2023

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COP28: Africa Must Accelerate Transition From Fossil Fuels To Renewable Energy– Rep. Sam Onuigbo

NATIONAL NEWS#COP28, #EconomicAcceleration, #FossilFuels

COP28: Africa Must Accelerate Transition From Fossil Fuels To Renewable Energy-- Rep. Sam Onuigbo It is on record that 151 countries have pledged to attain net zero emissions. Yet, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)’s Emissions Gap Report 2023, which was released earlier this month, shows that countries all over the world are doubling down on coal, oil, and gas production, with coal production estimated to peak in 2030, while oil and gas will peak in 2050. The report further disclosed that the total greenhouse gases emissions in 2022 reached 57.4GtCO2e, up 1.2% from 2021. Undoubtedly, emissions from fossil fuels…

Nov

2023

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Nigerian govt committed to innovation, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence-Kalu …seeks collaboration towards protection of digital rights

NATIONAL NEWS#ArtificialIntelligence, #BenjaminKalu, #Fibre, #Innovation, #Socioeconomic

Nigerian govt committed to innovation, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence-Kalu …seeks collaboration towards protection of digital rights Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has emphasized the commitment of the federal government in the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve the economy. He however warned that the government will not condone any form of abuse that will affect national security. Kalu made the disclosure during a courtesy visit to him by a delegation from Meta Platforms Inc. (formerly Facebook) led by the Vice President, (Africa, Middle East & Turkey), Mr. Kojo Boakye and…

Nov

2023

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Nigerian Legion boss decorates CG NSCDC, DCGs with Armed Forces Remembrance emblem, seeks more support

NATIONAL NEWS#NigerianLegion, #NSCDC

Nigerian Legion boss decorates CG NSCDC, DCGs with Armed Forces Remembrance emblem, seeks more support Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ahmed Abubakar Audi, PhD, mni, OFR and his Principal Staff Officers have been decorated with the Armed Forces Remembrance emblem at the Corps' National Headquarters in Abuja by the National Chairman of Nigerian Legion, Major General Abdulmalik Jubril rtd, National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP can report. Shortly before the symbolic decoration with the emblem, General Jubril, explained that the Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, President Bola…

Nov

2023

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IGP Egbetokun Presents Cheques Worth Over 2 Billion To Next Of Kins Of Deceased Officers

NATIONAL NEWS#IGPFamilyWelfareScheme, #IGPKayodeAdeoluEgbetokun, #NAOSNP

IGP Egbetokun Presents Cheques Worth Over 2 Billion To Next Of Kins Of Deceased Officers The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has today kicked off the presentation of cheques for Group Life Assurance and the IGP Family Welfare Scheme to 613 beneficiaries and next-of-kins of deceased police officers. In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP stated that, "The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has successfully kicked off the presentation of cheques for Group Life Assurance and the IGP Family Welfare Scheme to 613 beneficiaries…

Nov

2023

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Borrow a Leaf from NSA Ribadu, Ibadin Advises Security Agencies

NATIONAL NEWS#Insecurity, #JoeAjaero, #NigeriaLabourCongress, #security

Borrow a Leaf from NSA Ribadu, Ibadin Advises Security Agencies Sequel to what has been described as uncommon display of maturity and professionalism by the National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu over the recent attack on the President of Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in Owerri, a security analyst and Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Badinson Security Limited, Mr. Matthew Ibadin has commended the NSA even as he has encouraged him to do more for Nigeria in a manner reminiscent of the solid foundation he laid for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as its pioneer Chairman/Chief Executive Officer.…

Nov

2023

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BREAKING: NLC, TUC Makes U-turn On Strike, Gives Reason

NATIONAL NEWS#IndefiniteStrikeAction, #NigeriaLabourCongress, #security

BREAKING: NLC, TUC Makes U-turn On Strike, Gives Reason The National Executive Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress on Wednesday night suspended the ongoing strike. The unions said the suspension followed the intervention of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Our correspondent gathered that the meeting which commenced at a few minutes past 7 pm lasted for close to one hour during which various affiliates and state chapters reviewed the outcome of the meeting held between the leaders of the organised labour and Ribadu. The National Deputy Vice-President of the TUC, Tommy Etim, made this…

Nov

2023

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Bill to Establish Federal University of Medical Sciences in Bende Passes Second Reading

NATIONAL NEWS#BenjaminKalu, #MedicalSciences

Bill to Establish Federal University of Medical Sciences in Bende Passes Second Reading The House of Representatives at the plenary, Tuesday passed through second reading a bill for an act to establish Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, in Item Bende, Abia State. The proposed legislation titled, "Bill for an Act to Establish Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Item Bende to make Comprehensive Provisions for its Due Management and Administration and for related matters, was sponsored by the Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Hon. Wole Oke and five other lawmakers. Leading the debate on its…