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  ... As TG/PS Seeks Talent Discovery Through Creativity The Lagos State Government Education District I on Thursday held its annual Art Exhibition aimed at discovering talents and creativity among its students from all schools within the District. Speaking at the presentation held at Girls Senior High School in Agege, the Tutor-General and Permanent Secretary, Education District I, Mrs. Titilayo Margaret Solarin, said the exhibition was one of the ways to project the image of Nigeria and particularly Lagos State to the world. She stated that the initiative was to advance learning across the State, saying that the idea of the exhibition was conceived to promote the teaching and learning of art among the students. In her words: "This exhibition is part of adding to the value of Lagos and making the State a 21st-century megacity. The exhibition will boost the economy of Lagos State and Lagosians will no longer need to travel to other States to buy artworks. We must thank Governor Ba...

  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on June 17, 2021 secured the conviction of Yinka Bello and Energy Fields Nigeria Limited before Justice K. N. Ogbonnaya of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja. The conviction followed a change of plea by the defendants from “not guilty” to “guilty”, pursuant to a plea bargain agreement with the prosecution. The defendants were first arraigned on March 29, 2021, for offences bordering on issuance of dud cheque, contrary to the Dishonored Cheques Offences Act Cap 102 laws of the Federation of Nigeria. Upon arraignment, the defendants pleaded not guilty and the 1st defendant was ordered remanded in a Correctional Centre. After three months, the defendants entered into a plea bargain negotiation with the prosecution, leading to the amendment of the charge. At the resumed trial on Thursday June 17, the 1st defendant pleaded guilty to the amended charge. The charge reads; “That you Energy Fields Nigeria Limited on or about...

  President Muhammadu Buhari, Governors of Plateau, Ekiti, Rivers, Oyo, Justices of various Courts, senior legal luminaries and people from all sectors of the society today (19th June 2021) converged on St. Monica's Catholic Church, Rantiya, Jos for the Thanksgiving Mass in honour of the Preaident, Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem to celebrate her appointment. President Buhari who was represented by the Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen described Justice Monica as a Justice of good character and dexterity who emerged as the head of the second highest Court in Nigeria by merit. He said since her appointment a year ago, she has continued to demonstrate diligence in handling the affairs of the Court of Appeal and strengthening reforms towards the speedy and honest delivery of justice to Nigerians of all backgrounds. He charged her to put in her best and raise the bar in the dispensation of justice by assisting Government in fighting corruption, crime an...

  The Executive Governor of Katsina State, His Excellency, Rt Hon Aminu Bello Masari, has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its responsiveness in the fight against armed banditry and other forms of criminality in Katsina State and other states in Northwest Nigeria. He also noted that the glaring commitment and dedication of the Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, as well as the efforts of NAF personnel at the forefront of on-going operations in the Northeast has significantly curtailed the activities of the bandits and limited their scope of operation. Governor Aminu Masari disclosed this today, 18 June 2021, when he paid a courtesy call on the CAS at NAF Headquarters, Abuja. Speaking further, the Governor stated that banditry in Katsina State and environs was peculiar as it does not represent any ideology, doctrine, religion or political party. According to him, ‘Banditry in Katsina is pure criminality’. He also revealed that the Katsina State Government h...

  Ogun Governor Dapo Abiodun was in Lagos this afternoon on an assessment visit to the scene of the gas explosion that rocked the Ogun State Property and Investment Corporation, OPIC Plaza and its environs in Ikeja. On the visit, the Governor sympathised with families of persons who lost their lives as well as individuals and businesses who lost properties in the tragic incident. He also expressed strong hopes that survivors, who were receiving treatment in hospital, would recuperate speedily. Speaking, Governor Abiodun appreciated first responders, especially the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA for their prompt and effective response which deescalated what could have been worse than what occured. The Governor condoled with the entire Management and staff of the OPIC, led by its Managing Director, Arch. Biodun Fari. The clearly grief-struck Governor was in company with some cabinet members and others. More photos below.