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The Discos And Service Delivery

January 27, 2020 8:05 am

The question of service delivery in the Nigerian power sector is a highly sensitive one and probably the most discussed in Nigeria today after politics and security. The distribution sector of the electricity value chain is constantly in the news, embroiled in one service delivery controversy or the other. Some of the areas where customers have expressed strong reservations include metering, estimated billing, deployment of poor technology as well as other distribution infrastructure thus leaving the sector in a state of comatose.

The recent uproar over the news of the review of the MYTO II tariff once more drew attention …

Security Expert Tasks Buhari, Service Chiefs On Terrorism

January 24, 2020 9:16 am

An Nigerian born American Security expert, Anthony Gasby Ayoh, has offered proffered solution to the ever increasing security challenge in the country.

He has tasked the President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government and the nation’s service chiefs to come up with new strategies to tackle insecurity in the country, urging security chiefs and community leaders to focus on information gathering.

Ayoh, who spoke in an interview with journalists on Friday stressed the importance of having an effective international collaboration as part of efforts to combat terrorism and kidnapping in the country.

He listed 24 hours security guard services, security consulting in …

Mandilas, NNPC Open Quick-Service Center In Abuja

December 16, 2019 7:15 am

As the count-down begins to next year’s Mandilas’ 70th anniversary of doing business and providing services in Nigeria, the Group has reiterated its commitment to the economy and its teeming customers in all parts of the country.

The management has also affirmed that as part of the ongoing restructuring strides, efforts are being made to ensure that its products and services, especially in the Motors’ Division, are brought closer to the customers in order to ensure they enjoy motoring with ease.

This came to the fore recently when Mandilas Group Ltd and the retail arm of the Nigerian …

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Buhari Silent Over Magu, Service Chiefs’ Expired Tenures

December 13, 2019 11:22 am

Some officials holding sensitive positions in the federal government have remained in their offices despite the fact that their tenures have ended.

Findings reveal that others are still in office because of the ambiguity in the laws establishing the agencies they are superintending.

Many political appointments made by President Muhammadu Buhari at the beginning of his first term in 2015 were to expire at the end of his tenure in May 2019.

In the alternative, the president has the option of renewing such appointments after he was sworn-in for a second term.

Though the president has made some fresh appointments …

Airport Officials Caught Taking Bribe Will Be Barred – FAAN

FAAN Seeks Review Of Service Tariffs

December 6, 2019 1:20 pm

The Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is seeking the review of its service rates and tariff to reflect current economic realities.

Managing Director/CEO of FAAN, Capt. Rabiu Yadudu who stated this during the visit of members of the House of the Representatives Committee on Aviation to the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos lamented the inability to get the requisite government and regulatory permits to review the charges.

“We have challenges with bureaucracies, bottlenecks and delays in the review of rates and tariff on services,” Yadudu said.
“The last time FAAN reviewed her charges was in 2011, over seven years ago …

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Osinbajo Task Nigerians On Selfless Service To Humanity

December 1, 2019 5:01 pm
The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo; Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola; former Heads of State, General Yakubu Gowon and General Abdulsalami Abubakir, have charged Nigerians on selfless service to humanity, describing it as ultimate to national development and nation building.
They called on Nigerians to imbibe philanthropic spirit by dedicating their wealth and resources to serve God and to impact positively on the lives of others.
The four eminent Nigerians stated this on Saturday during the unveiling and dedication of Owa Ofokutu (Memorial) Ecumenical Centre (OOFEC), in Ilesa, Osun State.
Owa Ofokutu, was the Paramount Ruler of Ijesa land from
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Civil Service Week: Fayemi Showers Cash On Ekiti Workers

November 23, 2019 5:27 pm

Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi has once again celebrated workers in the state by showering cash and other gift items on them at the grand finale of this year’s Civil Service Week.

Speaking at a luncheon and presentation of gifts to outstanding workers at the State Secretariat on Friday, Fayemi reiterated his commitment towards building a transformative and efficient civil service in Ekiti State.

Represented by the Deputy Governor, Otunba Bisi Egbeyemi, Fayemi, who expressed confidence in the competence and professionalism of civil servants in the State, assured that his administration would continue to motivate them to ensure quality service …

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Buhari, APC Govs Synergise On Improved Service Delivery

November 20, 2019 5:20 am

President Muhammadu Buhari, 19 governors under the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC) and other stakeholders are scheduled to attend the third Federal Government-Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) parley on policy synergy in Jos on November 25.

The Forum has as its theme: “Strengthening Public Service Delivery” and would focus on five key areas: internal security, education, transport, health and social investment.

Director-General of PGF, Mr.  Salihu Lukman, said in a statement in Abuja, yesterday, that the event was organised to ensure synergy between the federal and state governments. He also said the target was to reposition local governments for …

Boeing Expects 737 MAX To Return To Service January

November 18, 2019 2:37 am

The US aircraft manufacturer, Boeing, has said while the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and international aviation regulators would determine the timing of certification and return to service of 737 Max, the company continues to target FAA certification of the updated flight control software by the end of this quarter.

Boeing, said it was possible that it could resume deliveries of the 737 MAX in December, subject to when the FAA issues an Airworthiness Directive for the aircraft.

Read Also: CAC Boss Urges Nigerians To Ensure Full Participation

Work on the final validation of the updated training requirements was also continuing, …

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Bayelsa/Kogi: Police Service Commission Lauds Oficers

November 17, 2019 4:04 pm

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has lauded the police and other security agencies for their professional conduct during the governorship elections in Bayelsa and Kogi.

Mr Ikechukwu Ani, the Head of Press and Public Relations of the Commission, gave the commendation in a statement on Sunday in Abuja.

He said the commendation followed an interim report from the commission’s teams that monitored the elections.

Ani said the report indicated that the police and other security were very professional in spite of numerous challenges in the two states.

He said the monitoring teams from the commission observed over proliferation of illegal …

Kanye West Is Taking “Sunday Service” To Joel Osteen Church

November 13, 2019 2:13 pm
“Christian Genius Billionaire” Kanye West will be paying a visit to televangelist Joel Osteen’s Houston megachurch this Sunday.

West, who released his first gospel album, Jesus is King, last month, will be having a 15-to-20-minute conversation with Osteen at Lakewood Church’s 11 a.m. service, the Houston Chronicle reports.

Lakewood spokesperson Donald Iloff Jr. told the Chronicle that the conversation will revolve around West’s journey to faith.

The rapper will reportedly make another appearance at the evangelical church’s 7 p.m. young adult service, this time with his Sunday Service choir.

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Governor Abiodun Inaugurates First Judicial Service Commission

Abiodun Inaugurates First Judicial Service Commission

November 5, 2019 4:16 am

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has urged members of the newly-inaugurated state’s Judicial Service Commission to shun partisanship, be firm and fair at all times in the discharge of their duties.The governor stated this yesterday in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, while inaugurating the first commission in his administration’s five-month history.

In a statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Kunle Somorin, Abiodun reminded members of the commission that their role was very sensitive, which demands that they should be circumspect and resist lobbyists. He said: “You must shun partisanship, be firm and be fair at all times in carrying …

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