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  Nigeria is planning to host a workshop at the 17th Edition of the International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV).  This is to further support DPI’s effective design and implementation by the Federal Government.   Interested researchers from the wider academic networks are called to submit papers tailored to the workshop’s theme “Designing and Implementing Scalable and Inclusive Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in African Context”.  The DPI-tailored paper should be submitted into the following tracks of the conference:Track 1: Trust and Ethical Digital Governance for the World We Want.Track 4: Digital Transformation and Innovation in the Public Sector.Track 7: Future-ready Digital Workforce and Infrastructure Development. Track 10: Public and Private Sector Governing Digital Economies; andTrack 11: Focus on the Global South Digital Transformation.SponsorshipThe main author of the top three selected DPI-tailored papers will be sponsored to particip

  President Bola Tinubu has commission the Red Line Rail Mass Transit in Lagos. The project, an intra-state rail service is aimed at improving transportation within the city, spans 37 kilometres. While speaking  President Tiunbu said his administration’s is commitment in improving on the nation’s infrastructural development. He also said there is no going back on the reforms embarked upon by his government that have led to the hike of essential goods and services. “But this revolution that has started, this reform that is ongoing, we are not looking back. The engineering, the construction, the affirmation of our pledge to be loyal to our country. There is one thing I know is that there is a very bright light at the end of the tunnel,” he said. After coming to office last year President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ended a fuel subsidy and currency controls, leading to a tripling of petrol prices and a spike in living costs as the naira has slid against the dollar. The country’s inflation rate rea

 * … *.Sponsor of the bill, Senator Tokunbo Abiru Presents Lead Debate*  The  Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA (Lagos East), today led the debate on a bill for an Act to amend the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Act 2007, as the Nigerian Senate passed the critical amendment bill for second reading. The bill was read for the first time in the  Senate on Tuesday 30th January, 2024. Senator Abiru, a retired bank Chief Executive, sponsored the bill, and forty-one (41) committee members of the Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions co-sponsored the bill.     In his debate, Abiru submitted that the amendments were proposed to further empower the apex bank to deliver on its principal mandates in line with section 2 of the Act. He argued that the bill was overdue for amendments , noting that , “ The current Act of 2007, which charges the Bank with the overall control and administration of the mon

 * Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology, Eleyele,  Ibadan has taken delivery of  twenty (20)  new  Computer Systems fully configured and installed for the College Library. This will complement the already established and fully functioning electronic Library of the College. It will also avail the students access to the internet to gather information while using  the library. This donation was made by Nigeria Connects Incorporated, a non-governmental organization located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.  It would be recalled that  Nigeria Connects made a generous donation of books worth about forty thousand dollars to the College library two years ago.    Reacting to the donation by Nigeria Connects, the Provost of the College, Mrs Oluyemisi Oyewo appreciated the President of the non- Governmental Organization, Nigerian Connects, Dr Adetunji Adesesan for the kind gesture. She expressed her delight over the donated computer systems stating that it will enhance research by the stude

Governor Ademola Adeleke has shed more light on his management of state resources including palliative measures initiated by his administration and those supported by the Federal Government. Rresponding to reports and questions raised by some groups in recent days, the State Governor through his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed urged commentators to always avail themselves of publicly available facts about government programs so as not to be perceived as serving opposition interest. This administration has deliberately filled the public space with its  plans and intentions across the sectors. The Governor has embraced openness and transparency. Our commentators should avail themselves of critical facts and figures instead of twisting and falsifying publicly verifiable details about state governance. On pallinative distribution in Osun State, we urge the civil society to always engage in thorough field review before taking positions especially as most of the questions raised could h

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   L-R: Chief Operating Officer, African Human Development Plus, Mr Sheka Bangura, Head of Service, Lagos State, Mr. Bode Agoro, Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on SDGs, Mr. Gbolahan Ogunleye, and the Permanent Secretary, Office Sustainable Development Goals, Mrs. Tolani Oshodi at the Human Capital Development Plus Workshop, held at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja on Tuesday The Lagos State Office of Sustainable Development Goals in collaboration with the African Human Capital Development Plus has held a 2-day Advocacy Workshop on Human Capital Development for stakeholders in Lagos State. Speaking at the event held at Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro explained that a key emerging priority of the administration in recent years is the alignment of policies and initiatives to inspire collective effort in solving emerging problems as the government is working across different sectors to advance good governance.  Agoro who described the 2-Day Workshop as very cri

  Resently the south  East Zone Chapter of Bola Ahmed Tiunbu fans club(BATFC) inaugurate there Exco which was held in Lagos. While Speaking at the event the the Director General of BATFC,Hon A.M Buhari who was representing by Dr Adeyemo Adeboyo,the head of BATFC information and communication Technology, said we need to take to the grassroots the  crucial economic restructuring for better Nigeria that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is doing in the last  few months of coming to power. That this is one of the core duties of our group. In his own words    the National Deputy Director General Hon. Dr Bilesanmi said that despite the current passion by some of his Yoruba people that Ndigbo didn't Surpport President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to win the Presidency, he vouched for Hon Dr Jude Emeka OMOBOWALE IDIMOGU and his team who openly risked their lives campaigning with their limited resources for Asiwaju. He calls for the need for those Ndigbo who worked during the elections to come out now and 

  A Loyalist of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), Engineer  Amoo Abeeb Bolaji (Yayi) has described the achievements of the present administration in the State as unprecedented in the history of the State. In a statement issued in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital said Governor Makinde Achievements across the seven Geo-political zones of the state is remarkable. He said the present administration in the State led by Engineer Seyi Makinde is very serious in enthroning democracy at the local government level with the accelerated development. Bolaji commended the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde for making Oyo State the number one investment destination in Nigeria, with the creation of employment opportunities for the teeming youths. He added further that the State Government would complete the on-going infrastructural projects across the State which according to him would contribute immensely to the economic growth of the State. He then called on the politicians home and diaspora

  A Loyalist of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), Engineer  Amoo Abeeb Bolaji (Yayi) has described the achievements of the present administration in the State as unprecedented in the history of the State. In a statement issued in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital said Governor Makinde Achievements across the seven Geo-political zones of the state is remarkable. He said the present administration in the State led by Engineer Seyi Makinde is very serious in enthroning democracy at the local government level with the accelerated development. Bolaji commended the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde for making Oyo State the number one investment destination in Nigeria, with the creation of employment opportunities for the teeming youths. He added further that the State Government would complete the on-going infrastructural projects across the State which according to him would contribute immensely to the economic growth of the State. He then called on the politicians home and diaspora

  ....To establish Material Recovery Facility to reduce downstream pressure The Lagos State Government and a Ghana Waste Management company JONSPONG on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to treat solid and liquid in the state. The MOU which was initialled by the Commissioner Environment and Water Resources Tokunbo Wahab and Executive Chairman JOSPONG Group, Dr Joseph Agyepong will amongst other things establish a Material Recovery Facility to reduce downstream pressure (waste disposal volume) at landfills. The MOU will also involve putting in place Compact /Mobile Transfer loading stations to replace current stationary plants and reduce waste at pressure points such as  markets. Speaking at the event, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab noted that the signing of the MOU is a major milestone in the journey towards transforming the landscape of waste management in Lagos State.  He said the challenges of solid and liquid waste management in a rapidly growing megacity like Lagos  with its vib

  * The Oyo State College of Nursing and Midwifery has commenced the sale of Basic Midwifery Forms to prospective students aspiring to gain admission into the esteemed institution. This was made known in a statement released by the Provost of the College, Dr. Gbonjubola Owolabi, on Tuesday in Ibadan. The Provost emphasized that the form is meant for students who are keen on advancing their career in Nursing. She stated that the Basic Midwifery is a three year program which would commence from March 2024 after which candidates would be presented to both the College and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) for final qualifying Examinations. This, she added will qualify them as Midwives and also make them eligible for registration with NMCN as Registered Midwife (RM). Dr. Owolabi reiterated that it is an opportunity for individuals who are passionate about nursing to take a significant step towards realizing their career aspirations. The Provost charged interested candidate

  The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated the Deputy Speaker, Osun State Assembly, Prince Akinyode Abidemi Oyewusi, on the auspicious occasion of his birthday, describing him as a refreshing prospect for a greater Osun State his administration is working towards. Governor Adeleke acknowledges Prince Oyewusi's unwavering dedication to the service of the people, noting that his legislative inputs towards better service delivery for the people have earned him not only the respect of his colleagues but also constituents and Osun people as a whole. The Governor commends the Deputy Speaker for demonstrating interest in the situation of the people, exploring legislature and even more, collaboration, in meeting needs of the people, applauding him for inspiring faiths in the capacity and potential of young people in leadership position. "I like to extend my warmest congratulations to Rt. Hon. Prince Akinyode Abidemi Oyewusi on the auspicious occa

  Resently the south  East Zone Chapter of Bola Ahmed Tiunbu fans club(BATFC) inaugurate there Exco which was held in Lagos. While Speaking at the event the the Director General of BATFC,Hon A.M Buhari who was representing by Dr Adeyemo Adeboyo,the head of BATFC information and communication Technology, said we need to take to the grassroots the  crucial economic restructuring for better Nigeria that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is doing in the last  few months of coming to power. That this is one of the core duties of our group. In his own words    the National Deputy Director General Hon. Dr Bilesanmi said that despite the current passion by some of his Yoruba people that Ndigbo didn't Surpport President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to win the Presidency, he vouched for Hon Dr Jude Emeka OMOBOWALE IDIMOGU and his team who openly risked their lives campaigning with their limited resources for Asiwaju. He calls for the need for those Ndigbo who worked during the elections to come out now and 

 * *  Since Nigeria has been enmeshed in economic hardship that started after the removal of fuel subsidy last year, Primate Elijah Ayodele, a Nigerian prophet, has been practically taking several measures to alleviate Nigerians from penury through different philanthropic activities. Long before fuel subsidy was removed, Primate Ayodele has always dedicated the first Sunday of every month for ‘food service’, a service where everyone would go home with packs of food items like Rice, Beans, Garri, crates of eggs, tubers of yam, and a token. Immediately fuel subsidy was removed, Primate Ayodele doubled his effort by making food service almost every Sunday. He understood the effect of the fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians and as an influential personality in the country, he effectively played the role of a succor provider for the people. As time went on, the federal government announced that it will release some funds for palliatives in order to reduce the impact of fuel subsidy removal wh

  Photo caption: From L- R: Special Adviser to the Governor of State on Economy and Industry, Alhaji Malik Anas; Representative of the Emir of Emir of Katsina State, Alhaji Iro Maikano and Hajiya Fatima Dikko Umar Radda, wife of Katsina State Governor during the opening of a branch of The Alternative Bank Limited in Katsina recently. The Katsina State Government via the State Governor, His Excellency, Dikko Radda, has aligned with The Alternative Bank’s mission to support rural economies through innovative financial solutions, tailored to empower local businesses and stimulate sustainable development across the state. This official endorsement marks a significant milestone for The Alternative Bank as it embarks on a new chapter in Katsina with the launch of its first branch in the state.  During the visit, the Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, emphasised the importance of combating poverty, particularly in rural areas, urging the bank to collaborate with the state government in its

  .As NBC stakeholders hosts One-Day workshop  The Oyo State Government, on Monday, hosted a One-Day workshop in collaboration with National Boundary Commission for the creation of Platform for Local Border Authorities along Nigeria, Benin International Boundary.  The one-day workshop, themed, ‘Transforming Borders from Barriers of Separation to Bridges of Cooperation and Integration held at Pentorise event centre, Bodija Ibadan, also had in attendance the Deputy Governor of Ogun state, Engineer Noimot Salako, as well as the deputy governors of Niger state; Lagos state; Kwara state and Kebbi State who were all represented.  In his welcome address, the Deputy Governor of Oyo state, Barrister Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, who also doubles as the State’s Chairman of Boundary Committee, preached synergy between Nigeria and Benin Republic.  He said the One-Day workshop is the best time for transforming Borders Barrier of Separation to Bridges of Cooperation and Integration. According to him,

  In a move to cultivate talent in Nigeria, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) celebrated the successful conclusion of the NITDA-Founder Institute (FI) 2023 Startup Accelerator Programme, with graduation of 13 outstanding founders who demonstrated exceptional dedication and innovation during the rigorous 14-week accelerator program. The ceremony, attended by key industry stakeholders, government officials, and tech enthusiasts, emphasized the collaborative efforts between NITDA and Founder Institute in fostering a vibrant tech innovation ecosystem in Nigeria. The Founder Institute, under a contract agreement with NITDA, executed a virtual Accelerator Programme that aimed to discover and nurture founders with innovative startup ideas in emerging technologies, including Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Cybersecurity, e-Commerce, Software, Fintech, EdTech, Internet of Things (IoT), and Biotechnology. The programme, which commenced on October 18, 2

  In line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at accelerating diversification through industrialisation and digitisation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its dedication to collaborating with relevant development partners to achieve 95% digital literacy coverage in Nigeria by the end of 2030.Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, the Director General of NITDA, shared this commitment during discussions with e-health Africa, a development partner, during their working visit to the Agency's corporate headquarters in Abuja. Inuwa, who stressed the need to work as team in the implementation of digital initiatives that could have a far-reaching impact on Nigerians, told his visitors that seven out of the nine strategic plans which the Ministry of Communications Innovation, and Digital Economy unveiled,  NITDA is championing their implementation through its Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan 2024-2027. The DG stressed the importance of

  Having approximately 40 million small businesses spread across Nigeria and they are responsible for 50 percent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product(GDP) and 70 million jobs,  Kashifu Inuwa,  Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has said that the Agency (NITDA) will collaborate with the Small and Medium Entreprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) to have joint programmes in terms of Infrastructure, digital literacy, and many more; to build a database that will give insights into happenings and where to appropriately channel interventions.  The DG made this known while receiving the Director General of SMEDAN Charles Odii who was on a courtesy visit to the Agency’s corporate headquarters in Abuja on Friday. The purpose of the visit was to seek partnership in terms of infrastructural and human capital development for SMEs in Nigeria.  To also submit a memorandum of understanding (MoU) where both Agencies can align and invite DG NIT

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  The Living Perfect Master and founder of One Love, Satguru Maharaj Ji, has lampooned former military head of state, retired Gen. Ibrahim Babangida over his warning of imminence of a military coup in the face of the economic situation in the country.  Expectedly, the former military President of serpentine proclivities has denied the statement.  According to Maharaj Ji, "I am aware of what Nigerians are going through currently, in the economic sense. I, however advise the entire masses of Nigeria to ignore IBB. The forces pulling Nigeria through inevitable processes towards harmony and glory are beyond him. A spent bullet is diametrically useless.  "IBB had the opportunity to transform Nigeria into a tranquil and prosperous nation. He, however, chose to play very dirty games with the grace, resulting in escalated trauma for Nigerians.  "The responsibility of salvaging Nigeria lies with the people of Nigeria. And whenever the people decide to wake-up from colonial slumbe