Appointment
Akpabio says he will partner Eno to develope Akwa Ibom State
I will use my position in collaboration with the Governor Umo Eno-led administration in Akwa Ibom, to promote the unity, development and peace of the state, President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has reiterated.
Akpabio, stated this while receiving in courtesy, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Eno and members of the National Assembly across party lines, in his residence.
Special assistant on media to the President Of the senate Jackson Udom in statement said Akpabio was joined by his wife and former First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, Ekaette, to receive the August visitors.
The visit according to the statement was to commemorate the Senate President’s first year in office, having been elected as the number three citizen on 13th June, 2023 and the celebration of 25 years of unbroken democracy in Nigeria since 1999.
The statement quoted Akpabio to have as said, “I am very happy to receive you with your entourage, made up of Akwa Ibom lawmakers in the 10th National Assembly across party lines. It shows that we are one as indigenes of Akwa Ibom State, deliberately working for the unity, peace and development of our dear state, without any consideration for party differences.
“As a former governor of the state and now the President of the Senate, I am more than committed to working with you and your government in the overall interest of our people. I thank you and your team for this visit and honor.”
Governor Eno, while responding thanked the Senate President for the warm reception even at a very short notice, saying, “on this day, 13th June 2023, I was here in this Blue Palour. A year after, I am here again in this same Blue Palour. By this time next year, I will be here to also mark this day, if Jesus Christ tarries.
“We are here today, to celebrate your first year in office as our Senate President and to further reassure you of the determination and commitment of my administration to collaborate with the Senate under your leadership and the Federal Government, led byx President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in the interest of our people back home and in the diaspora. ”
Umo was accompanied on the visit by serving members of the National Assembly and a former member of the House of Representatives, namely: Senator Ekong Sampson, Hon. Unyime Idem, Hon Paul Ekpo, Hon. Mark Esset, Hon. Clement Jimbo, q9. Dr Patrick Umoh, Hon. Martin Esin, Hon. Uduak Odudoh, Hon. Ime Okon, Hon. Emmanuel Ukpong Udo, Hon. Okpollum Etteh and Rt Hon Onofiok Luke.
The Senate has endorsed the nomination of Omolola Oloworaran as the substantive Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PENCOM).
President Bola Tinubu had nominated Oloworaran for the position and sought Senate approval through a formal request.
Her confirmation followed the adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Establishment and Public Service, presented during Thursday’s plenary session.
The committee’s chairman, Senator Cyril Fasuyi (APC, Ekiti North), stated that Oloworaran met all legal and professional requirements as outlined in the Pension Reform Act 2014. He emphasized that she fulfilled the criteria stipulated under sections 19(2), (5), (6), and 26 of the Act, qualifying her for the role.
“The nominee has demonstrated competence and meets the legal prerequisites for this position. The committee finds her to be a fit and proper person for appointment as Director-General of PENCOM,” Senator Fasuyi said.
During the session, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin put the committee’s recommendation to a voice vote, which received overwhelming support from the senators.
Oloworaran’s confirmation ensures continued leadership at PENCOM, an agency critical to Nigeria’s pension administration and reform initiatives.
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the appointment of Hon. Gani Audu as Chief of Staff, with the appointment taking immediate effect.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor Fred Itua, made the disclosure through a press Statement on Thursday.
According to the statement the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Umar Ikhilor, who made the announcement described Audu’s new role as integral to advancing Governor Okpebholo’s reform agenda for the state.
The statement reads: “It is hereby announced for the information of the general public, particularly the good people of Edo State, that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the appointment of Hon. Gani Audu as his Chief of Staff. The appointment takes immediate effect.”
Hon. Audu, born on August 18, 1969, brings a rich background in governance and administration to his new role. A graduate of Auchi Polytechnic with an HND (1994), he went on to complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from Benson Idahosa University (2011) and an M.Sc. in Intelligence and Global Security from Baze University, Abuja (2024).
Audu’s political experience spans nearly two decades. He served as Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Council from 2004 to 2010, represented Etsako West Constituency 1 in the Edo State House of Assembly from 2015 to 2023, and was the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate in the 2020 Edo State elections.
This strategic appointment is expected to bolster the governor’s administrative team and support his vision of transformative governance in Edo State.
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America.
In a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), on Wednesday, President Tinubu expressed his enthusiasm about strengthening Nigeria-U.S. relations amidst the complex global challenges and opportunities.
Trump, who claimed victory on Wednesday, pledged to “heal” the country as he was on the brink of defeating Kamala Harris in a remarkable White House comeback.
President Tinubu praised Trump’s victory, emphasizing that it reflects the trust and confidence the American people have placed in his leadership. He also commended the American people’s commitment to democracy.
Looking ahead, President Tinubu expressed confidence that Trump’s experience as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021 would foster beneficial and reciprocal economic and development partnerships between the U.S. and Africa. He expressed hope that this new era under President Trump would promote peace, economic cooperation, and address global challenges.
Acknowledging the significant influence of the United States in shaping global events, President Tinubu believes that Trump’s leadership will bring the world closer to peace and prosperity.
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