Author: Joy Gyakyor

Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume on Saturday revealed that Father Hyacinth Alia is currently beclouded by enemy-like politicians in Benue State who wanted him dead even before the March 18th, 2023 governorship elections. Senator Akume said he wholeheartedly presented to the Benue people to unanimously vote for Father Alia but now fears that the man he knew in the 2023 governorship election is not the same today leading the ‘Food Basket’ State. SGF Akume stated this while speaking at the funeral ceremony of the late Paul Unongo- in Kendev-Kwande Local Government of Benue State,…

Benue State Governor Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia on Friday participated in a high-level debate on the critical role of innovation in creating sustainable agricultural systems. The high-level debate which featured visionary leaders from both Nigeria and France is in line with Governor Alia’s vision to revolutionize agriculture and boost the economy of Benue State through wealth creation. Governor Alia on his Facebook wall wrote, “Yesterday, I had the privilege of speaking at the France-Nigeria Business Forum in Paris, where we discussed the critical role of innovation in creating sustainable agricultural systems that can withstand the challenges of climate change, food…

Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Senator George Akume has pleaded with Nigerians to exercise some patience with President Bola Timubu as the administration continuous to make deliberate efforts in reforms tailored towards bolstering the economy and improving lives. Senator Akume stated this when the management of Nile University of Nigeria conferred an Honourary Doctoral Degree on him in recognition of his immense contribution to nation building as an astute administrator and a consummate progressive. Chancellor of the institution, HRH Abubakar Ibn Garba El-Kanemi, the Shehu of Borno, presented the award to Senator Alume at the 12th convocation…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing education for Nigerian children. The President who stated this during a dialogue with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais des Élysée, in Paris, France, outlined plans to significantly reduce the number of out-of-school children through innovative return-to-class initiatives and skills development programs. Special Adviser on Information & Strategy to the President, Bayo Onanuga in a statement said Tinubu highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to create a supportive framework that ensures school-age children re-enter classrooms, emphasizing the role of motivation and skill acquisition in this initiative. “In order to bridge…

Nigeria’s Ms. Adefunke Adeyemi has been re-elected as the Secretary General of the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), cementing the country’s status once again as a leader in Africa’s aviation sector. The announcement of the new AFCAC scribe came earlier Thursday during the 35th Ordinary Plenary Session of the organisationheld in Brazzaville, Congo. Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Aviation Minister Tunde Moshood in a statement  said Ms. Adeyemi triumphed with 22 votes in favour and seven against. Moshood said her resounding victory reflects the collective confidence of AFCAC member States in her visionary leadership and achievements. READ…

The Joint Aviation Trade Unions’ Forum (JATUF) has joined in the trail of recognition of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo as he continues to take bold initiatives to reposition the country’s air transportation industry. JATUF, the umbrella body for all aviation unions in Nigeria on Wednessay conferred the Minister with a Leadership and Excellence Award citing his visionary leadership and contributions to advancing Nigeria’s aviation sector. This is the second in the series of awards that Minister Keyamo is receiving coming all in one week for his pragmatic leadership in the industry. Also at the…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday on behalf of Nigeria demanded full transparency and a strengthened governance system in the management of Africa’s vast resources in the extractive industries. Shettima who stated this in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire said a strong collaboration was also imperative from leaders and industry players to harness the continent’s resource wealth for sustainable development. Senior Special Assistant on media and communications to the Vice President in a statement said, “Nigeria has demanded strengthened governance, transparency, and collaboration from leaders and industry players to harness Africa’s resource wealth for sustainable development. “The Nigerian government also reaffirmed its…

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday arrived in Paris, French capital in company of his Wife Senator Remi for a three-day State Visit to fortify Nigeria-France relations. President Tinubu was welcomed with full military honours by the French Republican Guard, marking a ceremonial flag off of the official engagements that will start on Thursday. French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron will warmly receive President Tinubu at the historic Les Invalides as he proceeds for a distinguished reception at the Palais de l’Élysée, where the Nigerian leader would also be honoured. Special Adviser on Information & Strategy to the…

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday appointed Jami’u Abiola, son of late winner of June 12, 1993 presidential election, Chief Moshood Abiola as his Senior Special Assistant on Linguistics and Foreign Matters. The appointment was announced in a statement by the Director Information, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen and takes effect from November 14, 2024. The statement said that decision of the President is in line with the provisions of the Certain Political and Judicial Office Holders (Salaries and Allowances, etc) Act 2008, as amended. Until his appointment, Jami’u served as the Special Assistant…

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo has bagged an award for his exceptional contributions to national development and public service, especially in the aviation sector. A statement by his  Special Adviser on Media and Communications Tunde Moshood said the award was conferred on the Minister by the Nigerian Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), the umbrella organization of all employers in the private sector in Nigeria. READ ALSO: ‘Tinubu’s support helping us to deliver in Benue’ The prestigious recognition titled; “Award for Visible Impact in Public Service” was presented at the organization’s annual excellence award celebrating exceptional contributions to…