Author: Mujeedat
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has urged young officers of the Service to embrace innovation, discipline, and resilience as they advance in their careers, stressing that the Service’s future depends on their commitment to excellence. Represented by the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of Human Resources Development, DCG Greg Itotoh, the Customs boss gave the charge on Friday, 22 August 2025, at the graduation ceremony of 50 students of Junior Course 22 at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada. The event, held at the Ahmad Makarfi Hall, marked another milestone in the College’s mission to groom…
The Leader of the Labour Party and the 2023 Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has again questioned the federal government’s sense of priority and commitment to the critical indices of development. Obi in particular questioned the rationale behind budgeting the sum of N142b for bus terminals in the country when teaching and psychiatric Hospitals in the country have less than N100b. He described it as clear evidence of misplaced priority, while neglecting critical engines of development like Healthcare. Writing on his official X handle on Friday Obi said that, “The difference between the success and failure of the development in any…
The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) under the leadership of Comrade Francis Bunu Abi inuagurates four Units under Dockworkers Branch of the Union. The press release signed by Comrade John Kennedy Ikemefuna, Head of Media, MWUN informed that the four Units are differently located in Delta State as follows: Ifiekoro/Obeji Unit; Comrades Endurance Odongharo Bobele as Chairman and Andy Eyifoma Omagbemi as Secretary. Sapele Unit, Comrades Felix Oborodowan as Chairman and Akoko Aghogho as Secretary. Koko Unit, Comrades Happy Wilkie as Chairman, while Bright Dumkpemi is Secretary. Oghara Unit, Comrades Daniel Ayoka as Chairman with Tanno Kingsley as Secretary.…
The Delta State Government has appealed to citizens who have attained the age of 18 years and above to make themselves available for the In-Person voters registration exercise by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, scheduled to commence on Monday 25th August 2025, across Nigeria. The appeal was contained in a statement by the Director General of the Delta State Bureau for Communications and Orientation, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, and made available to newsmen on Thursday. The state government said voters registration is a constitutional responsibility of every citizen, which enables a holder of the Permanent Voters Card, PVC, to…
President General of Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) Comrade Francis Bunu Abi has underscored the significance of maritime workers to the industry, describing them as the lifeblood of the sector. Comrade Bunu made this assertion during a courtesy visit by executive members of Association Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON) led by the Vice president Vera Osokpo. He emphasized that maritime workers are dedicated professionals who contribute significantly to the economy, working tirelessly to advance the economic well-being of Nigerians The AMJON delegation congratulated Comrade Francis Bunu, the newly elected President-General of MWUN as AMJON executives expressed solidarity with Comrade…
The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has extended its congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the successful commissioning of the MT IYALOJA, a state-of-the-art vessel that promises to enhance the country’s maritime operations and energy security. In a congratulatory message signed by the Secretary General of the Union, Erazua Oniha, the National Executive Council and entire membership of MWUN praised the President’s administration for its commitment to revitalizing the nation’s maritime industry and harnessing the potential of the economy. The President General of MWUN, Francis Bunu, noted that the introduction of the MT IYALOJA is a significant milestone…
The National Sports Commission (NSC), has been urged to speed up the payments of grants to elite Nigerian athletes ahead of the World Championships billed for Tokyo, Japan September 13-21, 2025. As the athletes prepare for the World Athletics show piece, coaches are worried about the silence of the NSC with regards to paying grants to elite athletes earlier in the year. “Some athletes have been paid grants while others have not been paid,” said Gabriel Opuana, President of the Nigeria Coaches Association. Opuana says this development is ripping the athletes apart. “This is causing disaffection among the athletes and…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the immediate release of ₦10 billion to clear outstanding pension arrears owed retirees in the state. Governor disclosed this on Tuesday during a meeting with the Pension Board, led by the Chairman, Bureau of State Pensions, Sir Edwin Ogidi-Gbegbaje, and the State Chairman of the Association of Contributory Retirees, Comrade Anthony Ozu Osanekwu. Oborevwori said he convened the meeting to address pressing issues concerning the welfare of retirees, including payment of backlogs and migration challenges under the contributory pension scheme. Highlighting the strides of his administration, the Governor stated that so far, a…
The Executive Chairman, Isoko North Local Government Council, Hon. (Elder) Prince Godwin Ogorugba received an award for performance in leadership development, innovation, commitment and impact made in the body of Christ. The award was conferred on him by Bishop Dr. Samuel Oyede, presiding Bishop of God’s Fountain of Life Bible Mission Int’l, Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State. The Bishop highlighted some of the Chairman’s outstanding performances in leadership since assumption of office, they include, the construction of administrative complex, perimeter fencing of Isoko North Council Secretariat with modern security gate, rehabilitation of Etevie Community…
As efforts to restore the Nigerian economy to a $1 trillion valuation gain momentum, indications are rife that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Ministry of Finance are poised to collaborate with technocrats and stakeholders across sectors at the upcoming 2025 National Finance and Business Online Publishers (FIBOP) conference. Arrangements are in top gear to ensure that regulators and technocrats from across all sectors of the economy are present at the FiBO Conference scheduled to hold on October 18-19th, 2025 at Orchid Hotels Lekki, Lagos Themed “Leveraging Technology Innovations, Tax Reforms, and Opportunities in Renewable Energy and Agriculture…