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Founder of Nollywood Award Ceremony, AMAA Peace Anyiam Osigwe is Dead Reports just reaching my desk have it that the founder of the prestigious film awards ceremony, the African Movie Academy Awards (AMMA), Ms Peace Anyiam Osigwe, is dead. According to reports gathered, the respected filmmaker breathed her last at St Nicholas hospital, Lagos on Monday. An award-winning movie producer, Mr Obi Emelonye, confirmed the demise of Ms Osigwe. “Thank you and good night dada Peace,” the producer of Last Flight to Abuja said. Another Nollywood icon, Mr Mike Nliam, queried, “How can 2023 start like this? The founder of African Movie Academy Awards (AMMA) and president of the Association of Movie Producers of Nigeria, Peace Anyiam Osigwe, is gone to be with d Lord! “Nollywood was everything to her! Oh, what a tragic news!  “Life indeed is so fickle! May her soul rest in d bosom of d Lord.”. Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, previously Peace Anyiam-Fiberesima MFR (born 30 March) is a Nigerian filmmaker and...

PRESS RELEASE  In response kindly quote: AAA.003/CPRD/NHQ/ABJ/VOL/01/03 Date: January 09, 2023. Head of News.  PROTECTION OF CNAI: VANDALS IN NSCDC NET FOR VANDALISING BRIDGES IN ABUJA. In a renewed determination aimed at protecting Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), arrested five suspects for vandalising bridges in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Members of the criminal syndicate were arrested following credible information and surveillance mounted by the Directorate of Intelligence and Investigation (DII) Crack Squad from the National Headquarters of the Corps with the support of other stakeholders. Recovered from the suspects are vandalised 5 inches galvanized pipes (5 mm), angle irons and a hand saw which was used in carrying out the destruction. It was uncovered that most of the suspects are artisans whose activities are domiciled around the crime scene which is located close to the headqua...

"Atiku Abubakar just arrived in London on the invitation of the British Government. During this 2 days working visit, he will engage with various government organs. We will also meet with the Ach Bishop Canterbury, among other local programs. Senator Dino Melaye Spokesperson and Director Public Affairs of the PDP Presidential Campaign Management Committee". One more photo below. 

Edo Kidnap Incident: 6 Persons Rescued as Search Team doubles down on rescue effort Following the directive from Governor Godwin Obaseki that the kidnappers that attacked the train in Igueben on Saturday be smoked out of their hiding and the persons abducted be rescued, we are happy to announce that six (6) persons have been rescued.  The six persons are: a 65-year-old man, a nursing mother with her baby, a 6-year-old girl and two siblings; aged two and five years old. We commend the efforts of the rescue team in the bushes and  their support staff that have been working tirelessly since the incident occurred to ensure the kidnapped passengers are rescued and reunited with their families.  We are confident that the other victims will be rescued soon as the highly motivated security personnel are in high spirits and have doubled down on the hot chase of the kidnappers. As events unfold in the bushes, be assured that we will keep you posted and we crave the support of all s...

N13.1bn Bid for forfeited Ikoyi Property Fails as EFCC Opens Sale of Forfeited Real Estate Assets in Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, today, January 9, 2023 in Abuja, commenced the sale of forfeited real estate assets by sealed bids, to the highest bidders. At today's session, there was no successful bid for the properties in Lot 1 comprising 24 units of luxury flats at Banana Island, Ikoyi, Lagos, which was expected to be sold as a single unit. A bidder who turned in the highest bid of N13.1 billion was disqualified for failure to include the stipulated 10% of the bid amount. Other bidders did not make the reserve price. Consequently, Secretary to the Commission, Dr. George Ekpungu announced the Commission will open fresh bids for the properties in Lot 1. The bids will close by 12 pm on Friday, January 13, 2023, while the bid opening will be done the same day. Also, there were no successful bids in Lots 2 and 3. Fresh bids were invited until Wednesday, Jan...

  El-Rufai Commends NAF For Improved Security In Kaduna Governor Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its efforts in restoration of relative peace in the state.   Speaking yesterday  when he paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao in his office at Headquarters NAF, Abuja, El-Rufai expressed gratitude of the people of Kaduna State to the CAS for improved security situation in the state. In a statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information (DOPRI) Air Cdre Wap Maigida,  the governor disclosed that in the last three months, there had been a significant improvement in the security situation in the state, as several  terrorists’ commanders have been neutralized by the NAF while the remnants have relocated from the state. “On behalf of the government and people of Kaduna State, I came to thank the Chief of the Air Staff, Branch Chiefs, Air Officers Commanding, offic...

President Buhari commissions Yobe Airport...Named after him  President Muhammadu Buhari, today commissioned the Yobe International Cargo Airport, Damaturu.  The President upon arrival at the airport from Yola commissioned the project. The Airport which is named after the President, is now to be known as Muhammadu Buhari International Cargo Airport, Damaturu. The airport is one of the legacy projects lined up for commissioning by the President today Monday 9th, 2023. Signed Mamman Mohammed  DG, Press and Media Affairs. More photos below. 

SUG UNIZIK CONDEMNS INSECURITY IN IFITE AWKA Students' Union Government of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State writes to condemn the worsening insecurity situation in Ifite Awka, the permanent site of the Institution. The Union urges students to remain calm and security conscious while they notify the appropriate Authorities to quell the situation.  

GOVERNOR UZODIMMA GIVES ASSURANCE OF PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SPECIAL INVESTIGATIVE PANEL ON OIL THEFT TO SAVE IMO ECONOMY  In a bid to curb the oil theft meance in the State and save the collective wealth of Ndi Imo, the Imo State Governor,  Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma has given assurance of partnership with the Federal Government's Special Investigative Panel on oil theft and losses in Nigeria.  Governor Uzodimma made this known while playing host to the 11-member Special Investigative Panel on oil theft and losses in Nigeria also known as the Gentlemen Soilders in the New Executive Chamber, Owerri.  While commending the Federal Government for their wisdom, the Governor stated that the 2-factor challenge which are the Internal and External securities have been compromised and advised to look into them.  According to the Governor, "I am ready and willing to rescue our economy from oil theft". He added that he will supply all necessary manpower and intellige...

LASG REVIEWS MEMORANDA ON URBAN DEVELOPMENT POLICY   The Lagos State Government, as part of efforts towards the formulation of the State Urban Development Policy, has undertaken the review of memoranda from stakeholders.  The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Oluwole Sotire, who spoke during the opening of the memoranda review meeting at the Women Development Centre, Agege at the weekend, said that the State Government, through the Ministry, had called for memorandum from interested stakeholders to aid in bequeathing an enduring Lagos State Urban Development Policy through a participatory and transparent process.  He stated that the review of memorandums was a necessary follow-up to the submission of the same by interested parties, following the ministry’s call for inputs from the members of the public.  Sotire, who described the response to the call for memorandums as overwhelming, disclosed that submissions were ma...

RAIL MASS TRANSIT: LASG EXTENDS TRAFFIC DIVERSION AT MURITALA MOHAMMED WAY/YABA AXIS In continuation of the construction of the first phase of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit project, the Lagos State Government has extended the traffic diversion already in place at Muritala Mohammed Way from the previously extended completion date of 31st December, 2022 to 28th February, 2023. A statement signed by the Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde explained that the extension was needed to enable the contractor to complete the construction of the ramp. Highlighting the diversion plan, Oladeinde restated that traffic on Muritala Mohammed way will be diverted to Ojuelegba-Tejuosho slip road to link Muritala Mohammed Way, while traffic circulating Western Avenue, Yaba and Herbert Macaulay will be diverted to Empire road to access Muritala Mohammed and Western Avenue for a continued journey as stated previously in the past traffic diversion notices. The Commissioner assured that the ...

PRESIDENT BUHARI URGES VOTERS IN ADAMAWA  TO ELECT FIRST FEMALE GOVERNOR, MAKE HISTORY  *TELLS THEM THEY CAN TRUST TINUBU/SHETTIMA President Muhammadu Buhari Monday in Yola, Adamawa State, called on voters to shun sentiments, and make history by electing the first female Governor in the country in 2023, Sen. Aisha Dahiru Ahmed-Binani, saying her track record of dedication to duty and service will improve the livelihood of citizens.    The President, who spoke at the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential and Gubernatorial Flagoff of campaigns in Adamawa State, told voters that Sen. Binani had consistently worked for the welfare of the State and indigenes over many years, and entrusting her with the Office of the Governor would further strengthen her to reposition the State for greatness.   “Let me remind you of the good fortune that is awaiting your State in 2023 after returning the APC to power at the federal level and electing the party's candidate as yo...

WITH VICTORY OVER TERRORISTS, WE MUST DEVELOP STRONG CONFIDENCE IN OUR COUNTRY, PRESIDENT BUHARI SAYS President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday in Damaturu urged Nigerians to develop strong confidence in the country, its security institutions and never allow any terrorist groups to destablise Nigeria again. Speaking at the palace of the Emir of Damaturu, Hashimi II El-Kanemi, the President said government will continue to protect the right of every Nigerian child to education, particularly the children displaced from their homes by Boko Haram. ‘‘With the four months I have left as President, I’ll continue to be steadfast and I hope that I will retire in peace.  ‘‘We must develop strong confidence in our country. Let us make sure we do not compromise security at all in any form because security and economy are the most important things. ‘‘We have gone through so much as a country and I appeal to you to be steadfast and make sure that we will not allow anybody to disorganize us again,’’ h...

 DAAR Communications Chairman, Raymond Dokpesi, arrested in the U.K., to appear in court  The founder of DAAR Communications Limited, owners of AIT TV and Raypower radio, Chief Raymond Dokpesi has been arrested by the Police in the United Kingdom. Dokpesi was reportedly arrested at Heathrow Airport in London on Sunday morning, January 8, 2023.  According to Whistler, Dokpesi was arrested on arrival at Heathrow Airport. He had boarded a Lufthansa Flight LH916 from Frankfurt to London and was subsequently picked up at Terminal 2 of Heathrow Airport. “We were on a flight from Frankfurt to London and as we are about to arrive London, we were informed that we should all stay on our seat when the aircraft lands and that the Police wanted to do something. We were informed that there will be a police operation. So when we landed, the police came in and ask who is Raymond Dokpesi and they now took him away,” a source who witnessed the arrest said.  Although, it’s unclear why ...