Yemisi Izuora The newly elected compliance executives of the pension industry have assumed their roles at a critical time, as the sector faces increasing scrutiny and demand for improved operational standards. Oguche Agudah, CEO of the Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp), congratulated the new executives while emphasizing the vital responsibilities they will now undertake. Under the leadership of the new Director General (DG), these roles are expected to play a pivotal part in addressing the industry’s pressing challenges, including fraud, inefficient processes, and ensuring better outcomes for pensioners. The newly elected executives—Edidiong Akan, Temitope Anjorin, and Tunde…
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Yemisi Izuora The Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (Penop), in collaboration with the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) recently convened a webinar titled “Maximizing the Potential of RSA Fund VI: Exploring Sharia-Compliant Investments”. The event gathered industry stakeholders to address the growing interest in non-interest financial products, particularly those under RSA Fund VI, a dedicated Sharia-compliant fund within the Contributory Pension Scheme. In his opening remarks, Oguche Agudah, CEO of Penop, emphasized the importance of expanding the investment options available under RSA Fund VI. He called for deeper industry collaboration to address existing challenges and seize opportunities for growth…
Joseph Bakare The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentencing of forty-three (43) internet fraudsters before Justice Evelyn Anyadike of the Federal High Court sitting in Awka, Anambra State. The convicts are; Momoh Victor Abdulkareem, Paul Emmanuel, Adibe Henry, Okoroafor Abuchi Gospel, Ikechukwu Ezra, Oduu Emmanuel Eyinna, Obasi Chibuike, Chimaobi Ogbonna, Nwankwo Emmanuel Ikechukwu, Aluma Chetachukwu Israel, Emeka Umendu, Ebuka Uka, Chikaodili Michael, Oramulu Nwabufor Michael, Obiajulu Philip Sorpuluchukwu, Iwu Ikedichukwu Emmanuel, Akachukwu Temple Odo, Ifeanyi Samuel, Kyrian Chikodili Ugwu and Nathaniel Oforbuike Nwoba. Others include; Chimezie Stephen Obianaso, Kingsley Chukwuebuka Mmadu,…
Joyce Onwuka The families of Adebamiwa and Olamiti have announced the passing on to glory of their grandmother, mother, and sister – Mrs Christie Oluwakaikun Adebamiwa née Olamiti on Friday 18 October 2024 . She was 83 years old She gave up the ghost in Ibadan after a prolonged ailment. She was the wife of the late Venerable Joshua Adediran Adebamiwa, who died early this year-26th February. The deceased was a consumate educationist who served as a principal in many secondary schools in Ile-Ife and Oshogbo, Osun State . These include Ooni girls high school, Ife girls high school, Ife City College all in…
Joseph Bakare The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned one Blessing Amaka David-Agwa, a fake fertility nurse before Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court sitting in Independence Layout, Enugu State. The defendant was arraigned on 45-count charges bordering on fraudulent impersonation, forgery and obtaining by false pretence to the tune of N28, 278, 600 (Twenty-eight Million, Two Hundred and Seventy-eight Thousand, Six Hundred Naira). Count 41 of the charge reads: “That you, Blessing Amaka David-Agwa sometime in 2024 in Enugu, within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court of…
Tunde Bakare The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 launched a 24- hour Cybercrime Rapid Response Desk The unveiling, which was done at the Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja by Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady, Federal Republic of Nigeria , is meant to bring up digital and accelerated information transmission on internet fraud from the public and un-impeded response from the Commission. It is provided with both local and international telephone numbers through which the EFCC can be reached on a 24-hour basis on matters relating to cybercrime in Nigeria and across the globe. The…
Moses Ofodeme The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is mourning the loss of 5 of its personnel who were involved in a tragic road traffic accident on 22 October 2024. The unfortunate incident occurred around Hawan Kibo along the Jos-Akwanga Express Road. The personnel were heading for a sporting event in Abuja when their vehicle was involved in a collision with an oncoming truck. Consequently, statutory administrative protocols applicable in circumstances as this have been activated by the NAF to provide comfort and succor to the bereaved families. “We appeal to the public to respect the privacy of the victims’…
Joseph Bakare The Kogi State Governor, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, Tuesday, visited the Adankolo IDP Camp to identify with persons and families displaced by the flood ravaging the State. The Governor who was accompanied by his Deputy, Comrade Joel Oyibo Salifu and other top Government officials also used the occasion to distribute relief materials procured by the State Government to the victims of flood, assuring them of his commitment to see to their welfare. The Executive Secretary of the State Emergency Management Agency, Alhaji Mouktar Atimah thanked the Governor for his prompt intervention to cater for the needs of the…
Tunde Bakare The International Public Relations Association, IPRA, has recognized the strategic policies of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, in crisis communication with the prestigious Golden World Award, GWA. The award, recognising NCS’s outstanding public relations efforts, was presented during a grand ceremony on October 18 at the Metropol Palace Hotel in Belgrade, Serbia. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) Bashir Adewale Adeniyi received the award on behalf of the NCS from IPRA President Nataša Pavlović Bujas. The recognition came from the “100 Days of Impactful PR at Customs Service” campaign. Adeniyi highlighted the campaign’s impact, noting how it addressed critical…
Uche Cecil Izuora Stakeholders in Sub-Sahara Africa have taken strong position with focus on gas-to-power which rhey say provides solutions to the continent’s energy deficiency. Also, they expressed the projection that it will support sustainability, and profitability of the industry as they emphasised the importance of energy security, innovation, and collaboration. The Stakeholders shared this common opinion at the 11th edition of the Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference, organised by Informa Market which brought together over 8,000 participants, including industry leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators. The event sparked critical discussions about the future of West Africa’s energy sector with…