Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has called for collaboration between security agencies and the media to ensure the safety and freedom for journalists. The assertion was made by the National Security Adviser, represented by the Director of Communications, Office of the National Security Adviser, Major General Samad Akesode. Speaking at the Wole Soyinka Center for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) high-level stakeholders meeting, he acknowledged the occasional tension between the media and security agencies, noting that this should hinder Nigeria’s civic space. The NSA underscored capacity-building initiatives as a means to ensure trust and reduced tension while stating that cooperation is…
The Nigeria Customs Service in Lagos on Tuesday handed over 21 exotic cars worth over N1.8 billion to the Canadian Government. The Comptroller General of Customs(CGC), Wale Adeniyi, made the hand over at the Federal Operation Unit (FOU), in Lagos. The CGC also disclosed that the International Police (INTERPOL) had also identified countries in West Africa as hub for exotic vehicles stolen from Canada, America and Europe. The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) reports that among the exotic vehicles that were handed over include Rolls Royce, Labomgini Horicane, Mercedes-AMG and Rang Rover. The CGC revealed that members of the syndicate stole…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated three new board members to fill existing vacancies on the board of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). This was contained in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. The announcement was made in a formal letter addressed to the Senate President. The nominees are Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle from Oyo State, Kennedy Ikpeme from Cross River, and Justice Ibrahim Buba, a retired judge of the Federal High Court. Established in 1979, the Code of Conduct Bureau plays a critical role in maintaining integrity within public service…
•Urges Nigerians to Focus on Remarkable Achievements The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, has refuted claims that the newly commissioner Port-Harcourt Refinery is not producing crude oil. This was contained in a statement by the NNPC’s Spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, on Tuesday. This is following earlier reports that the refinery running is the old one of 60,000bpd capacity, built in 1965 which could produce only diesel. It was also alleged that the NNPC bought Cracked C5 petroleum resins, blended it with other products including Naphtha to sell to the public as though the refinery processed it. Reacting to this, the…
Agency Report Nigerian record producer and singer, Collins Ajereh, professionally known as ‘Don Jazzy”, on Tuesday celebrated his 42nd birthday, while he also unveiled his personal dating app, ‘Bammby’. Don Jazzy, in an Instagram post via his page, @donjazzy, wrote “Another year older, another dream come true! For my birthday this year, I’m gifting us Bammby, my brand-new Dating App! . “We must tackle this single life o. We already know it hurts. After years of dreaming, building, and perfecting, my dating app is finally here. “So, while you celebrate with me, please do me one favour – Download “Bammby…
Ardova Plc, an indigenous integrated energy company in Nigeria, has unveiled its state-of-the-art lubricant oil blending plant (LOBP). The new facility has a production capacity of 150 million litres per annum and a storage capacity of 14 million litres. Ardova Plc’s Executive Chairman, Mr AbdulWasiu Sowami, announced this at the “AP Lubricant Distributors’ Forum” held at the company’s terminal on Tuesday in Lagos. Sowami said the LOBP sets a new benchmark in the lubricants market, having been designed to meet the evolving demands of the Nigerian market while ensuring consistent supply across all product lines. He stated that the energy…
The Police Command in Delta has confirmed the death of five passengers in a boat mishap at Bennett Island in Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government of the state. The Spokesman of the command, SP Bright Edafe made this known to newsmen on Tuesday in Warri, Delta. Edafe added that six other persons were injured in the accident, 19 persons were rescued while one person was still missing. “Five found dead, six persons injured and still receiving treatment, 19 persons rescued and one still missing,” Edafe said, without giving further details. Sources said that the ill-fated boat was returning…
Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State has presented 2025 budget of N971.84 billion to the state House of Assembly for consideration and approval. Mbah presented the budget tagged, “Exponential Growth and Inclusive Prosperity” on Tuesday at the Legislative complex in Enugu. He said that his administration sought to lay a right foundation to enhance economy growth of the state. Mbah said that the 2025 budget estimate was over N450 billion higher than 2024 budget of N521.5 billion, representing 86.4 per cent increase. He pointed out that the budget was in line with his administration’s vision to grow the Gross Domestic…
President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a State visit to France in honor of an invitation from President Emmanuel Macron. This was contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. He noted that the President will depart from Abuja on Wednesday for the three-day visit which seeks to strengthen political, economic and cultural relations “The Nigerian leader’s three-day visit, which will focus on strengthening political, economic, and cultural relations and establishing more opportunities for partnership, particularly in agriculture, security, education, health, youth engagement and employment, innovation, and energy…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has commissioned the Port Harcourt Refinery as truck-out of products commences. This was contained in a statement by the NNPC’s Spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, on Tuesday. Recall that NPO reported that the refinery kicked off with 60 percent capacity, processing 60,000 barrels per day of crude. “On Tuesday, trucks began loading petroleum products which include Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) or petrol, Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) or diesel and Household Kerosene (HHK) or Kerosene, while other product slates will be dispatched as well. Speaking during a brief ceremony to mark the commencement of products loading at…