The father of famed comedian Sabinus has been reportedly kidnapped, sparking concern across Nigeria.
It has been reported that the father of popular Nigerian comedian Sabinus, also known as Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, has been kidnapped. Details are still emerging, and the comedian has not yet released an official statement. The incident has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and among his fans.
A mysterious fire outbreak has burnt a section of the palace of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, at Gidan Rumfa.
The incident occurred on Friday night, around 11 pm, according to palace sources.
The affected palace, located at Kofar Kudu, is where the Emir holds court every Monday.
The source revealed that the perpetrators forced open the door, set the fire, and locked it, destroying the throne, air conditioners, and other valuable items.
However, the Kano State Fire Service claimed they were not informed about the incident, as they didn’t receive any calls at their centres.
In contrast, the Chief of Staff to the Emir, Munir Sanusi Bayero, confirmed the incident in a statement.
He stated, “A fire incident occurred at the outer court of the Palace, Kofar Kudu, on Saturday morning, July 13, 2024. Fortunately, there were no casualties, and the damage was minimal.”
The statement added that the palace is taking measures to ensure the safety and security of the occupants and investigating the cause of the fire to prevent future incidents.
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Oluwaseun Faleye as the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF).
Mr. Faleye is a legal and corporate finance specialist.
President Tinubu has also approved the appointment of Mrs. Mojisolaoluwa Kehinde Alli-Macaulay as the Executive Director (Operations) of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF).
Mrs. Alli-Macaulay is a former lawmaker and former Chairperson of the Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Women Affairs, Poverty Alleviation, and Job Creation.
The President anticipates a comprehensive re-positioning of the NSITF for enhanced social protection and qualitative service delivery to the Nigerian people.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
July 13, 2024
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Baffa Dan Agundi as the new Director-General of the National Productivity Centre (NPC).
Mr. Dan Agundi is a former majority leader of the Kano State House of Assembly. He was also Principal Registrar of the Kano State High Court of Justice.
The President anticipates the Director-General’s utmost dedication and patriotic zeal in driving the Centre’s mandate of developing a national culture of excellence in operational efficiency and institutionalizing a performance-driven orientation toward measurable productivity in the citizenry for the overall enhancement of service delivery and quality of life across the nation.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
July 13, 2024
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Umar Ibrahim Mohammed as the new Director-General of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA).
Mr. Mohammed is an architect, and also, a construction technology and environment professional.
The President expects improved outcomes in the agency’s objective of operating and maintaining hydrological stations nationwide, as well as carrying out groundwater exploration and monitoring using various scientific techniques in order to provide hydrological and hydrogeological data needed for planning, design, execution and management of water resources and allied projects.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
July 13, 2024
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Tosin Adeyanju as the new Executive Secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF).
Mr. Adeyanju is an accomplished administrator, and good governance advocate.
The President expects the new Chief Executive Officer to ensure transparency and efficiency in the operations of the agency to actualize the objective of the NLTF as a driver of good causes in Nigeria.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
July 13, 2024
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Silas Agara as the new Director-General of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE).
Mr. Agara is an entrepreneur and sports administrator who previously served as the Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State.
The President anticipates an overhaul of the NDE for optimal performance in designing and implementing programmes to combat mass unemployment.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
July 13, 2024
A FEDERAL high court in Abuja has remanded 8 Chinese nationals and a Nigerian to Kuje Prison in Abuja.
The federal government had arraigned them for illegal mining activities in Lokpaukwu community, Umuchieze, within Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State.
In a statement, Segun Tomori, Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, said the suspects, including eight Chinese nationals and one Nigerian were apprehended by the Mining Marshals, an elite security outfit crafted from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
The defendants are Shen Yongchan, Mo Baixian, Xiao Bin, Huang Xu Fa, Ma Bingli, Yang Jian, Li Peiyin, Que Wenyong, Hiyk Edward Desmond, and Wanda Company Limited.
Upon hearing the pleas and arguments from both sides, they were remanded at Kuje Correctional Centre until the adjourned date for the continuation of the trial.
The statement read in part: “The Mining Marshals, codenamed “Operation Hayakin Kogo,”Is the brainchild of the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake. This initiative is a pivotal component of his 7-point agenda aimed at sanitizing the mining environment.
“The trial of the suspects began yesterday before Justice J.K Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja. The prosecution filed a 3-count charge, bordering on mining without lawful authority, obstruction of lawful mining operations amongst others.
“The Mining Marshals, led by ACC John Onoja, comprise a 2,570-strong force dedicated to eliminating the nefarious activities of criminal syndicates in mining areas across the country.
“The Minister is committed to strengthening the operations of the Mining Marshals through the infusion of technology and more equipment to ultimately ensure that the nation reaps maximum benefits from its God-given mineral resources.”
The Plateau State Government has expressed sadness over a school building which collapsed in Jos, the state capital, on Friday.
17 persons have been confirmed dead and over 120 persons trapped at the Saint Academy building located in the Busa Buji community.
Leading reporters earlier reported that the school building collapsed around 8.30 am on Friday when the students and teachers were in their classes.
The state Commissioner for Information, Musa Ashoms, disclosed in a statement on Friday that 120 persons were trapped under the rubbles while giving an update on the incident.
The statement read, “The Plateau State Government has expressed deep sadness over the tragic incident at Saint Academy Jos, where a building collapsed resulting in casualties and injured students and teachers still being evacuated to different hospitals within Jos.
“The government describes the incident as an avoidable tragedy, citing the school’s weak structure and unsafe location near a riverbank.
“However, we commend the efforts of NEMA, SEMA, Red Cross and security agencies in rescuing trapped children and transporting them to hospitals.”
Ashoms disclosed that the government has instructed hospitals to prioritise treatment without documentation or payment.
“Approximately 120 people were trapped, with many evacuated.
“The government emphasises the importance of adhering to safety standards, making Executive Order 003 sacrosanct. Schools with similar issues are urged to close down, enabling the Jos Metropolitan Development Board to prevent future incidents.”
Ashoms stated that the incident highlights the importance of prioritising safety standards to prevent tragedies.
Meanwhile, the Executive Secretary of the State Emergency Management Agency, Sunday Àbdu, confirmed that 17 persons have died as a result of the collapse
The SEMA boss, who described the incident as sad, said, “We have finished the rescue mission at least for today. We are just closing from the site.
“The fact remains that the casualty figures keep changing. In Bingham University Teaching Hospital Jos, there are 13 dead bodies and 43 persons receiving medical attention.
“In OLA Specialist Hospital, we have over 40 receiving attention. In Plateau Specialists Hospital, we have four dead bodies with 40 people receiving treatment.
“We also have some casualties who were evacuated to the Jos University Teaching Hospital but I don’t have the figure at the moment.”
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho as the new Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA).
Also, the president appointed Senator Adedayo Adeyeye as the Chairman of the Board of the NPA.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), announced the appointments today.
Part of the statement read: ”Dr. Dantsoho holds a Doctorate degree in Maritime Technology from Liverpool John Moores University, United Kingdom, and a Master’s degree in International Transport from Cardiff University of Wales, United Kingdom.
”Before his appointment, he had served in various roles in the Nigerian Ports Authority as Assistant General Manager; Technical Assistant to the Managing Director; Port Manager, Onne Port; and Principal Manager, Tariff & Billing.
”Senator Adeyeye, the Board Chairman, is a seasoned lawyer, journalist, and politician. He is a former Minister of State for Works and former Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District.
”The President expects the new leadership of this pivotal agency to deploy excellence in the discharge of their duties to enable efficient port services and improved industry outcomes.”
