Madam Aishetu Ojeifo, mother of THE CONCLAVE publisher and editor-in-chief Sufuyan Ojeifo, on Thursday began her journey to her final resting place in Agbede, Edo State, with a wake at her residence in Owo, Ondo State. The session was coordinated by the pastorate of her local church -The Gospel Faith Mission, Alaafia Assembly, Owo. A plethora of testimonies of the life and times of the late Madam Aishetu Ojeifo featured prominently on the occasion. The sermon dwelled on acceptance of the Lordship of Jesus Christ and living a life of holiness as a precondition to securing eternal life in the…
Author: Editor
Read More
…Infrastructure, Economic Transformation, Human Capital Development, Top List Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has presented the 2025 fiscal year budget of N606,991,849,118 to the Anambra State House of Assembly, in Awka, the State Capital, with a 48 percent increase from the 2024 budget of N410,132,225,272. Themed “Changing Gears 2.0” with emphasis on acceleration and execution, 70 percent of the 2025 budget is focused on Infrastructure, economic transformation, and Human Capital Development, which remains the kernel of Governor Soludo’s administration. Recurrent expenditures account for N139.5 billion (YoY growth of 45.0%), while capital expenditure is N467.5 billion (YoY growth of 48.9%). The Capital…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive officer of National Insurance Commission(NAICOM), Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin has identified weak corporate Governance practices, poor risk management and very low compliance culture as challenges to the Nigeria Insurance Industry. Mr Omosehin who stated this at the ongoing 2024 Insurance Directors Conference Wednesday in Lagos, said to overcome these challenges, the Board as the highest policy making organ for the various institutions must demonstrate genuine commitment and strict adherence to Governance, Risk, and Compliance principles. According to him, if carefully implemented, this will improve decision-making, increase transparency and accountability,…
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented Certificates of Return to the winner of the just concluded Ondo State Governorship Election, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and his Deputy, Adelami Olayide at the Conference Hall, INEC Headquarters, Abuja. The presentation rituals which was conducted on behalf of the Chairman of INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu on Wednesday by the Supervisory National Commissioner of Ondo State, Professor Kunle Ajayi witnessed a large number of the supporters of the governor who came to show solidarity to the Governor-elect. In his short remarks, Professor Ajayi said the Ondo election…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced the reassignment of the Pro-Chancellors and Chairmen of the Governing Councils of the Federal Universities of Oye-Ekiti and Lokoja sequel to the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to a statement by the Director of Press and Public relations of the ministry, Mrs Folashade Boriowo on Wednesday, the move is aimed at enhancing national cohesion and improve the governance of these institutions. Consequently,, the swapping involves Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba SAN being reassigned as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, while Engr.…
…REMOVES PRO-CHANCELLOR UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES IN OTUKPO President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the dissolution of the Governing Council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State, and the removal of Prof. Bernard Ifeanyi Odoh, the new Vice Chancellor, and Mrs. Rosemary Ifoema Nwokike, the registrar. The council, led by Ambassador Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe, included five other members: Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, and Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd. Gen. Funsho Oyeneyin. The sacking of the governing council and officials followed reports that the council illegally appointed an unqualified vice-chancellor without following due process. After the controversial appointment, the…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja A total sum of N1.411 trillion, being October 2024 Federation Accounts Revenue, has been shared to the Federal Government, States and the Local Government Areas. In a statement by Bawa Mokwa Director of Press and Public Relations on Wednesday, the revenue was shared at the November 2024 meeting of the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) held in Bauchi State and chaired by the Accountant General of the Federation. Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein. The FAAC meeting was held after the 2024 National Council on Finance and Economic Development (NACOFED) hosted by the Bauchi State Government. The N1.411 trillion…
In recognition of the outstanding initiatives shaping public relations practice within and outside the nation, the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management has appointed Dr. Ike Neliaku, President, Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) as a member of the Africa Regional Council of the world’s Public Relations body. This appointment which was ratified at the last Board meeting of the Global Alliance is an evidence that the effort of the current Council of the NIPR in transforming public relations practice has positive impact on the public relations ecosystem. Describing the NIPR as “invaluable resource to Global Alliance and…
SeerBit, Africa’s most trusted payment solutions provider, has reaffirmed its pivotal role in shaping the future of the technology industry by impacting one billion lives at DevFest Lagos 2024 hosted on 15th and 16th November 2024 at Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. An annual conference organised by the Google Developer Groups Lagos (GDG Lagos), the highly interactive two-day event brought together developers, tech leaders, enthusiasts and innovators from all over Africa and beyond. Through various workshops, focal sessions, and product showcases, attendees explored the latest advancements and conversations shaping the tech landscape. As Gold Sponsor of the event, SeerBit reaffirmed…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has called on the Nigerian Airforce to intensify the use of their various platforms to bring an end to banditry and terrorism . According him, “you are key to this this fight and we must put our acts together on your active component to end this war”. Badaru who stated this during his operational visit to the Air Component Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA at Katsina state appreciated the heroic Air warriors who has continued to shine as beacons of hope, courage and resilience which is an inspiration to…