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…AS DSC OLUWASEUN ABOLURIN WINS COMMANDANT GENERAL’S OVERALL BEST PRIZE The Lagos State Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), CC Usman Ishaq Alfadarai, has applauded the outstanding performance of four grandaunts from the State Command at the Staff College, Lamingo, Jos, Plateau State. Commandant Alfadarai, while presenting the certificates to the officers at the State Command Headquarters, after the successful completion of their Staff Course 01/2023, said the Command is very proud of their various outstanding performances throughout their course of study. The four graduands are Superintendent of...

For his proactivity and swift response to public complaints, the Chief Executive Officer, Safety Signature, Dr. Cynthia Akpeji-Gregg has eulogized the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi. According to her, his impressive display has led to improved public confidence in the Nigeria Police. While speaking with the President of the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, (NAOSNP), Oki Samson on her personal experience while she journeyed along the Ondo state highway, she explained that on her to the Southwest of Nigeria, she...

 The Oyo State Government has renewed its call for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation’s (UNESCO) recognition of the Sango festival held annually in the ancient Oyo town. Speaking on Saturday, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, added that this will complement the Oyo State Government's existing drive to promote its culture-tourism potential. He said while Oyo town showcases the annual Sango festival by its devotees, there are other cultural festivals that showcase the rich culture of Oyo State. Dr. Olatubosun, reiterated the Oyo State...

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed has lauded the existing cordial relationship between the Security Agencies and NYSC. He made this remark during his visits to the Commander, 1 Brigade Nigerian Army, the Commissioner of Police, and the Director, Department of State Services all in Gusau, Zamfara State.  At the Headquarters, 1 Brigade, the DG NYSC was received by the Commander, Brigadier General S Ahmed, who welcomed the DG to the State and pledged to aid the National Youth Service Corps in...

The ancient city of Ibadan came alive today, Monday, August 21, 2023, as former Inspectors General of Police arrives for a two-day Retreat which opens tomorrow, Tuesday, August 22, 2023, the Chairman of the Committee, Alhaji Aliyu Attah GCON, said the ex-Inspectors General of Police have a lot to offer the nation in the search for solutions to the persisting and ravaging security crisis in the country. He said the Retreat would afford the ex-IGPs the opportunity to examine and proffer solutions using their varied experiences while in service. Disclosing...

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed has appealed for increased assistance from members of the National Assembly as the Scheme offers more contributions to national development. Disclosing this in a statement by the NYSC Director, Press and Public Relations, Eddy Megwa, the DG said this would enable the Scheme to consolidate on the achievements it recorded in the last fifty years. Brigadier General YD Ahmed stated this when he paid advocacy visits to the Chairman, Senate Committee on Youth Development, Distinguished Senator...

The Oyo State Government has approved the immediate release of car loans for primary school teachers, across all zones in the state. This was disclosed today in Ibadan by the Coordinating Director, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Mr. Jacob Dairo, who stated that the loan is coming as a palliative to teachers in the state.  He said the loan which is to be distributed in many tranches is to cushion the effect of the removal of fuel subsidy, on Oyo State primary school teachers. According to him, the scheme...

Fast-rising digital media company Moac Global Media, a news and entertainment service provider, based in Ibadan, is set to launch its online radio service.  According to its Proprietor and CEO, Mr. Michael Olu Abi Coker, the media outfit seeks to satisfy its teeming audience with new content at the dial of a button on their devices. He said the media outfit has concluded preparations to kick-start Power365 FM for listeners in the country and the diaspora. Mr. Coker said listeners can access the live audio feed for Power365FM, an expansion of...

A coalition of seasoned and respected Public Relations (PR) professionals representing a diverse spectrum of industries have come together to endorse Nkechi Ali-Balogun (NAB) as the quintessential candidate for the position of National President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). With a collective vision for the future of PR in Nigeria, this alliance firmly believes in Nkechi Ali-Balogun's transformative leadership and her capacity to drive positive change within the industry, especially as the first woman in Nigeria in the running to lead the umbrella body for PR professionals...

The Oyo State Government has presented a refrigerator meat van to butchers at Amosun Abattoir Market to prevent an outbreak of the disease in the state. Presenting the van at the State Secretariat, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye stated that conveying meat with open vans and trucks is dangerous to residents in the state. He said open van meat can be contaminated, causing diseases. The Commissioner stressed that the new van presented will prevent contamination of meat, and diseases and protect lives and properties in...