Author: Drum Africa Correspondent
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu; Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago; Controller-General of Immigration Service, Kemi Nana Nandap and the wife of Bayelsa State governor, Gloria Douye Diri, were among personalities inducted yesterday as fellows of the African Business School (ABS). Others inducted include a former governorship candidate in Imo State, Ugwumba Uche Nwosu; Olatubosun Shamsuldeen Adeniyi Kuku and Dr Vivian Chinonyerem Obidinnu. Speaking during the induction ceremony in Abuja, President of the African Business School, King Goddy Idaminabo Idikisime-Olunwa, said the fellows awardees were selected in recognition of their significant contributions in their respective fields. He called on the…
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is ready to sanction any airlines that delay ticket refunds to passengers. Mr Michael Achimugu, NCAA Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. According to him, tickets refund compliance regulations remains central to the NCAA’s consumer protection agenda. He said that time had come for airlines to adhere strictly to the refund timelines as failure to comply will attract immediate sanctions under Part 19 of the regulations. The director said the Part 19 of the NCAA Regulations 2023 aimed to safeguard passenger rights. “Cash…
The South East Caucus in the Senate has joined other stakeholders in the polity to call for broader consultations on the Tax Reform Bills currently pending consideration and possible passage by the National Assembly. Leader of the Caucus, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (APGA, Abia South), made this known today during a press briefing after a closed-door meeting with senators from the five South Eastern states held in his office. Abaribe underpinned that the South East senators are not opposed to the bills but are advocating for extensive consultations with their constituents and key stakeholders before a final decision is made in…
The Principal Special Assistant to the state governor on Livestock Development and Transboundary Animal Disease Control to Benue State Governor, Dr Aondoaka Asambe has stated that the state government would soon conduct livestock census in the state. Asambe disclosed this on Monday in Makurdi after assessing the abattoir livestock market. He said this would help to put an end to incessant farmers/herders clashes and other forms of criminality across the state. He expressed the desire of the governor to turn around the fortunes of the livestock industry in the state. According to him, all livestock establishments in the state would…
The Nigerian Army, on Monday, performed a symbolic lowering and hoisting of the command flag at Army Headquarters as Lt .-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede assumed command as the 24th Chief of Army Staff. The News Agency of Nigeria recalls that Oluyede was appointed by President Bola Tinubu on 30 October in an acting capacity following the death of his predecessor, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, had on 1 November handed him the insignia of office in an unusual ceremony, in line with the Armed Forces Act. The symbolic lowering and hoisting of the command flag,…
In a swift response to the circulating fake list of ambassadorial nominees on social media, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a press release urging the public to disregard the list making the rounds as a pointer to fresh appointments of ambassadors. The ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, who spoke to newsmen earlier yesterday, emphasized that no such appointments have been made, and the appointment of ambassadors is solely the prerogative of the President. The fake list, which has been making the rounds on social media platforms, has recently caused confusion and speculation among Nigerians. However, the Ministry of Foreign…
Human Rights Lawyer Dele Farotimi has been granted bail in the amount of N50 million following a defamation petition filed against him by Chief Afe Babalola, SAN. In a post shared by Omoyele Sowore on Monday, it was noted that Mr Farotimi was also required to provide a surety of equal value with owned landed property. The case, initially adjourned until January 29, 2025, is now scheduled to continue on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 The farcical trial of citizen Dele Farotimi continues tomorrow at the Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti regarding a non-existent offence in Ekiti’s laws. We have urged the…
Ghanaian actor-turned-politician John Dumelo has secured a seat in parliament, representing the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency. Dumelo, running on the platform of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), won the 2024 Ghana general elections, held on Saturday by garnering 40,561 votes. He defeated incumbent Lydia Alhassan of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who received 27,377 votes. This triumph follows his narrow defeat to Alhassan in the 2020 elections. Dumelo, now 40 years old, expressed deep gratitude to his supporters and promised to deliver on his campaign pledges. “The people of Ghana have been calling for change, and they’ve shown that if…
Cole Palmer has rewritten Premier League history, becoming the most reliable penalty-taker in the competition’s history. In Chelsea’s thrilling 4-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, Palmer coolly converted two penalties, taking his perfect record to 12 penalties scored from 12 attempts. This feat surpasses the legendary Yaya Toure, who scored all 11 penalties he took for Manchester City during his illustrious career. Palmer, reflecting on his achievement, said, “It’s a privilege to contribute to this team, and to break a record held by someone like Yaya Toure is surreal. But for me, it’s about staying focused and doing my job for…
An atmosphere of conviviality as the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, joins Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, Prince Arthur Eze, and others at the End-of-Year Dinner of Akuluno United Brothers Association in Abuja.