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 Press Release FESTUS KEYAMO SAN, CON, FCIArb UK INAUGURATES  THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE SAFETY COMMITTEE (NESC)   Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN, CON, FCIArb),  in compliance with the safety requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)  annex 19, inaugurates  the National Executive Safety Committee NESC of Nigeria’s State Safety Programme today, 23rd April, 2024 in his office. While charging them to discharge their roles and responsibilities in a professional and appropriate manner to determine the safety risk picture of the aviation industry within the Nigerian State, Keyamo  said the  NESC shall ensure the development, periodic review and policy making pertaining to SSP activities, such as safety policy, safety indicators, enforcement policy, safety data protection and sharing, SMS regulatory requirements, integrated and internal coordination of internal SSP review and findings. Keyamo , while reading the terms of re

 Press Release SURVEYOR GENERAL'S OFFICE PROMISES TO WORK WITH THE BORDER COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AGENCY The Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation has reassured the Border Communities Development Agency of its support and collaboration in the areas of mapping, identification, and information regarding border communities across the country. The Surveyor General of the Federation Surv. Abuduganiyu Adebomehin stated this when the Executive Secretary of (BCDA) paid him a courtesy visit in his office on Tuesday. He promised that the office of the Surveyor General would deploy a Geographical Information System (GIS) expert for the agency to help establish its own GIS Unit. “If it pleases you, we will be ready to draft one of the best hands to be with you and be in charge of your GIS, as it would not be meaningful if you don’t have someone who understands the transformation and coordinate systems,” he said. Noting that it is one thing to have imagery and be able to read it.  Ea

 PRESS RELEASE First Lady performs Groundbreaking/Sod-Turning ceremony “ENSURING ACCESS TO INCLUSIVE AND EQUITABLE QUALITY EDUCATION THAT FOSTERS LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERYONE IS ESSENTIAL” – FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has performed the Groundbreaking/Sod-Turning ceremony for the construction of the Alternative High School For Girls in Osogbo the Osun State capital. The event is under the Access to Education For All Programme of the Renewed Hope Initiative, RHI, an initiative of the First Lady. Senator Oluremi Tinubu described the school as another opportunity for girls and women who had to stop schooling for sundry reasons but are desirous of formal education, to pursue their dreams.  “The alarming rate of school dropouts among girls is a stark reminder of the need for alternative solutions in their educational pursuits. The consequences of this challenge are profound, affecting not only their indiv

 PRESS STATEMENT  This week, as we join the global community in celebrating World Immunization Week, it is a good time to reflect on the benefits of vaccines and their vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of our families – our children in particular. Vaccines are one of the most effective tools used to prevent infectious diseases.  Vaccines are proven to be safe and effective. They have saved countless lives and continue to be a powerful weapon in our fight against preventable diseases. By ensuring all children are fully vaccinated, we are giving them the best possible start in life, allowing them to attend school regularly, participate in activities, and reach their full potential. Let us work together with our healthcare providers to create a future where every child in Nigeria is protected.  Ensure to immunize every child.  *Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria*

 PRESS RELEASE  FG REVOKES 924 DORMANT MINING LICENSES * _Give Defaulters Option of Fine within 30 days_  In furtherance of efforts to sanitise the mining sector, the Federal Government has revoked 924 dormant licenses spanning exploration, mining, small-scale mining, and quarrying Licenses Making the announcement on Wednesday at a press conference, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake declared that in line with constitutional provisions, adequate notice was given to all concerned parties through the official Gazette of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, No. 227, which was published on December 27, 2023. " The notice gave all concerned parties 30 days to regularise their status, including clarifications on what caused the license to be dormant. Thus, although a total of 963 licensees were published and notified of the threat of revocation, no fewer that 39 either moved to site immediately or convinced the authorities of the challenges hindering their operations

 PRESS RELEASE  FG ADVISED PERSONNEL OF THE NPF TO ACCESS HOUSING LOANS The federal government has advised officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force to take advantage of  the housing loans made available to them through the Federal Government Staff Housing Loans Board (FGSHLB) to own their abode/houses/homes early enough in service so as to enable them to repay the funds conveniently  without stress. The Executive Secretary,  Federal Government Staff Housing Loans Board,  Alhaji Ibrahim Mairiga gave the advice in Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja Tuesday, during a panel discussion on  the Nigeria Police Housing Summit.  Represented by the Board's Deputy Director, Administration,  Mrs Monica Igwe, the Executive Secretary observed that, seventy per cent of an officer's challenges are solved when he or she is able to access his or her own house. He added that public servants are fully motivated and committed to delivering on their mandate, especially when the issue of housing and accom