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Jostle for new IGP begins over Baba rumoured retirement
Jostle for new IGP begins over Baba rumoured retirement
High-level lobby has commenced by some top ranking police officers for the job of the number one police officer in the land.
This follows indications that the incumbent Inspector-General of Police, Alkali Baba, will be leaving the service soon.
Former President, Muhammadu Buhari, had extended Baba’s stay in office mid-February 2023 when he was expected to retire, in line with the Police Act.
A report by Vanguard stated that with the emergence of a new administration, news of the appointment of a new IGP and service chiefs had raised a mixture of hope and fear of forced retirement.
The anxiety is said to be further heightened by rumours that President Tinubu, saddled with the responsibility of appointing an IGP, on the advice of the Police Council, from among serving senior officers of the police, may appoint an Assistant Inspector General of Police from the South East as the next IGP.
There was a declaration recently by Justice Fatun Riman of a Federal High Court sitting in Awka, Anambra State, that only an officer within the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police and Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG, with four years in service, could be appointed as Inspector General of Police, in accordance with the 2020 Police Act.
The court in its judgement delivered on May 19, 2023, also faulted the continued stay in office by Baba who was appointed when he had less than four years to retire from the force.
The consideration of an AIG or CP, according to Vanguard’s report is based on an indication that none of the six Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIGs, representing the six- geopolitical zones in the Nigeria Police management structure, has the requisite four years of service before retirement, as stipulated by the extant laws.
Also, for the AIGs, Vanguard learned that two of the over 20 have four years and above to retire, either at the age of 60 years or on attaining the mandatory 35 years in service.
One of the AIGs from the South East , is said to have all it takes in terms of operational capabilities, intelligence and requirements of the 2020 Police Service Act to be appointed into the exalted position. The second AIG is from the North.
There are also speculations that the present administration may choose one of the two commissioners of police from the South West and North Central as the next IGP.
Two officers who were recently promoted to the rank of CP also said to meet the four years requirements by the Police Act.
Sources said one of these “preferred officers” is likely to be promoted to the rank of AIG in order to qualify him as stipulated in section 7 of the Police Act.
Section 7 of the Police Act, paragraph 2, says the person to be appointed as IGP shall be a senior police officer not below the rank of an AIG
Section 7, paragraph 6, of the Police Act also states that the person to be appointed to the office of the IGP shall hold office for four years.
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Nigeria will stop fuel importation by June – Dangote
Nigeria will stop fuel importation by June – Dangote
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest person, has announced that Nigeria will cease importing petrol by June.
Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum Annual Summit in Kigali, Dangote revealed that his refinery will commence production next month, meeting Nigeria’s petrol needs and eliminating the need for imports.
“Right now, Nigeria has no cause to import anything apart from gasoline and by sometime in June, within the next four or five weeks, Nigeria shouldn’t import anything like gasoline; not one drop of litre,” he said.
The refinery will also produce diesel, aviation fuel, and other essential products, making Africa self-sufficient in these commodities.
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With a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, the refinery will meet the demands of West Africa and beyond.
Dangote emphasized that the refinery will not only focus on petroleum products but also produce polypropylene, polyethylene, base oil, and linear benzyl, raw materials essential for producing detergents and other products.
This will reduce Africa’s reliance on imports and make the continent self-sufficient in these critical products.
Dangote expressed his optimism that within three to four years, Africa will no longer need to import fertilizers, as his refinery will produce urea, potash, and phosphate, meeting the continent’s needs.
The refinery’s second phase is set to begin early next year, further expanding its operations and impact on Africa’s energy landscape.
Nigeria will stop fuel importation by June – Dangote
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Olanipekun, Yayale, Elechi, Yusuf Ali, others named higher institutions’ governing council chairmen
Olanipekun, Yayale, Elechi, Yusuf Ali, others named higher institutions’ governing council chairmen
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has unveiled a list of appointees to the governing councils of 111 federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
Notable figures among the appointees include former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Attahiru Jega; Senior Advocates of Nigeria Wole Olanipekun, former Bauchi governor, Isa Yuguda, and Yusuf Alli.
Others are former National Universities Commission Executive Secretary, Peter Okebukola; and labour activist, Issa Aremu. The individuals have been selected to lead the councils of various academic institutions across the country.
The announcement follows a recent ultimatum issued by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), which demanded the Nigerian government address issues such as the alleged illegal dissolution of university governing councils and the continued use of the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) for salary payments.
The Federal Ministry of Education responded by assuring that these concerns were being handled and that the list of council members would be released soon.
The appointments, signed by Permanent Secretary Didi Walson-Jack of the Federal Ministry of Education, include five representatives each for 50 universities, 37 polytechnics, and 24 colleges of education.
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Specifically, Attahiru Jega has been appointed Chairman of the Governing Council of Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto. Wole Olanipekun will chair the University of Lagos, while Yusuf Alli takes on the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta.
Peter Okebukola will lead the University of Port Harcourt, and Issa Aremu will head the Federal College of Education (Technical) in Keana, Nasarawa State while Yuguda will chair the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN).
Furthermore, former Senator Joy Emordi will lead Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education in Owerri; and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Yayale Ahmed, will head the council of Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria.
Adamu Rasheed, the immediate past Executive Secretary of the NUC, has been appointed to the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo in Benue State.
The new governing council members are scheduled for inauguration and a retreat on May 30 and 31 at the National Universities Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
In June 2023, President Tinubu dissolved the governing councils of several key government agencies and higher education institutions, a move that sparked criticism from various stakeholders. They argued that the University Miscellaneous Act grants universities and their councils autonomy to self-regulate.
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UK lawmaker lauds EFCC, says Africa underestimates its strength
UK lawmaker lauds EFCC, says Africa underestimates its strength
In a significant boost to Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has received international recognition for its tireless work in tackling corruption.
Baroness Verma Sandy of Leicester, a member of the United Kingdom’s House of Lords, has commended the EFCC for its dedication to fighting corruption and promoting good governance in Nigeria.
During a visit to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja on Friday, Baroness Verma Sandy praised the Commission’s new leadership under Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, for repositioning the organization on the path of professionalism and effectiveness.
She expressed confidence that the EFCC’s efforts would help change the global perception of Africa and build new confidence in the continent.
The Baroness, who led a six-man delegation of the UK-based African Leadership Organisation, acknowledged the EFCC’s efforts in shaping better narratives for Nigeria and praised the Commission’s innovative approaches to tackling corruption.
She emphasized the importance of international collaboration in the fight against corruption and encouraged the EFCC to continue its good work.
Sandy said: “We are so glad to be here. It is important having this organization led by somebody who has brought incredible positive changes to the country. And I want to thank all of your colleagues here for engaging with us today. I believe passionately on the strength of the African Continent. I am not connected at all to Africa, but I have been a champion for a continent that has under-estimated its own strength but has got so much to offer the world. And I think your organization will help change the perceptions and build new confidence. So, I am so pleased and honoured to be here.”
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EFCC Chairman, Mr. Olukoyede, thanked the Baroness and her delegation for identifying with the Commission and acknowledging its efforts.
He reiterated the EFCC’s commitment to tackling corruption and promoting good governance, emphasizing that corruption is a major obstacle to Africa’s development.
He highlighted the Commission’s new focus on prevention and addressing systemic issues that enable corruption, as well as its efforts to stimulate economic growth and prevent foreign exchange sharp practices.
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