Author: Nationalmonitor

Pro-Impact Initiative has condemned what it called a smear campaign targeting the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Mrs. Oluwatoyin Madein, and Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, over their adherence to civil service rules. The group defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to retain Mrs. Madein until the completion of her tenure. Dr. Osamudiamen Isokpehi, Coordinator of the group, said during a press briefing in Abuja that those fueling the controversy were driven by selfish ambitions. He described the attacks as an orchestrated effort to undermine credible public servants. He further criticized the reliance…

The home coming of the Honourable Minister of State for Defence His Excellency Bello Mohammed Matawalle to Zamfara State over the weekend remained one of the most historic topic of discussion in Zamfara State political history.As it was earlier reported about the Honourable Minister home coming by many online and conventional papers, Zamfaranewsletters who covered the Honourable Minister visit right from Abuja where the Jurney began who also made a complete documentary about the Honourable Minister Bello Mohammed Matawalle home coming now available in many platforms exclusively reported that, ” it was not only the State Capital Gusau that standstill…

Safia Abdulrahman Prince Peter Bakare, President of Organic and Agroecology Initiative (ORAIN) says there is a need to sensitise Nigerians on the alternatives to GMO’s, and their rights to have access to healthy food. Bakare said this on Thursday at the December 2024 edition of `Upscaling Organic Agriculture and Agroecology’, a symposium on Safe alternatives to GMOs. The series tagged `Get informed to avoid being misinformed’ was organised by ORAIN, in conjunction with Organic and Agroecology Innovation Platform (OAIP) and Journalists Go Organic. He said that there is a need to upscale the sensitisation of farmers, processors and consumers, so…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has awarded N15 million as general damages against MTN Nigeria Communications Limited for disturbing its Nigerian customer’s phone number with unsolicited messages and callertunes, without the customer’s subscription to these services.The Appeal Court passed the judgement on Friday that this action was a violation of the right to privacy and quiet enjoyment of airtime purchased by Barrister Ezugwu Emmanuel Anene, a public interest lawyer.The judgment was delivered on Friday by Justice Okon Abang.The matter arose from the judgment of the High Court of the FCT, delivered by Justice U.P. Kekemeke, on September 22, 2021.The…

Polaris Bank over the weekend, added yet another feather to its cap by winning Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility Awards (SERAS), Africa’s most renowned and prestigious Sustainability/Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) recognition, for its consistent and impactful critical community interventions across Nigeria over the years. At the 18th edition of the SERAS Awards, held at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos, recognition came the way of Polaris Bank in what the organisers described as “the Banks unwavering commitment to sustainable development and impactful community interventions across Nigeria”. The SERAS Awards, widely regarded as Africa’s gold standard in Sustainability and CSR, celebrates organizations that…

Mediacraft Associates, Nigeria’s largest PR firm, by size, has recently achieved significant accolades, solidifying its reputation in the industry. The firm was awarded the “Award of Recognition for Outstanding Support to Public Relations Practise,” at The LaPRIGA 2024 Awards, reflecting its commitment to excellence and innovation in public relations. In addition, its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, John Ehiguese, was honoured with the ‘Award of Recognition as a Legend of Marketing Communications’, highlighting his influential role and substantial contributions to the marketing communications landscape.The Award of Recognition for Outstanding Support to Public Relations Practise was presented during the Lagos State PR Industry Gala…

…Records Seizure of 1,128 Parcels of Cannabis, 2,169 Bags of Rice, Others The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun I Command, has made remarkable strides in its anti-smuggling efforts, intercepting goods with a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N229,112,424.00in its latest operations. These achievements were announced today during the maiden press conference of the Acting Customs Area Controller, DC Mohammed Salisu, held at the Command’s Headquarters in Idiroko. Addressing members of the press, DC Mohammed Salisu emphasized his commitment to professionalism, integrity, and a renewed focus on curbing smuggling activities and economic sabotage. He attributed the Command’s successes to strategic…

L-R, Bola Adeniji, General Manager/ Head of Marketing, Olam Agri in Nigeria; Nitin Mehta, Managing Director, Wheat Milling Business, Olam Agri in Nigeria; Bimbo Ademoye, Nollywood actress and Brand Ambassador, Mama’s Pride Pasta, and Siddarth Suri, Business Head, B2C, Grains and Animal Feed, Olam Agri in Nigeria, during the launch of Mama’s Pride Macaroni and unveiling of the brand ambassador, on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos.In its continued commitment to delivering affordable, tasty, and nutritious food options, Crown Flour Mill (CFM) Limited, the wheat milling and pasta business of Olam Agri in Nigeria, has launched…

Nigeria’s President and  Commander in chief of the armed forces, Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to tackling youth idleness, unemployment and poverty in Nigeria. The president made this commitment at the  3 Day National Skills Acquisition Conference, organized by ruling All Progressives Congress, APC  Think Tank and intellectual resource center, The Progressive Institute,  holding at the  the Banquet Hall in Abuja Declaring the conference  open, President Tinubu emphasized his government’s commitment to bridge any gaps hindering the achievement of this goal.The conference focused on vocational skills acquisition, entrepreneurship, and the challenges of development in Nigeria, highlighting…

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, on Thursday described the allegation that the House spent N17 billion on the fixing of a gate as spurious and funny.A self-proclaimed group, Lagos State Anti-Corruption Coalition, had accused the Assembly of spending the amount to construct a gate. The group also sought investigation of the claim.Speaking at plenary, Dr. Obasa said the allegation stemmed from the fear of some people over 2027 which is still more than two years away.Obasa further debunked the claim that the House spent N200 million on its recently organised 22nd…