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Tompolo gets NUJ award, vows to ensure increased oil production

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Chairman of Tantita Security Services, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo)

Tompolo gets NUJ award, vows to ensure increased oil production

Chairman of Tantita Security Services, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo), has promised to do everything possible to ensure increased daily crude oil production to boost the country’s revenue.

Tompolo spoke at Oporoza in Gbaramatu Kingdom of Delta State after receiving “Internal Security Meritorious Award” the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) conferred on him.

The Tantita chairman acknowledged the pivotal role of the media in promoting peace and stabilising democracy.

“The only place I have to call my country is Nigeria. So, I will do everything within my powers to see that crude oil production increases.

“The critical role of the media in Nigeria cannot be overemphasised. Nothing reasonable can be achieved without the media. I appeal that they should be appreciated,” Tompolo said.

The Federal Government engaged his TSSNL, a private pipeline surveillance security outfit, to curtail crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region.

NUJ President Chris Isiguzo lauded Tompolo’s contributions to internal security, particularly in the Niger Delta region.

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He noted that the awardee had substantially helped the country to address crude oil theft which, according to him, had occupied the national life of Nigerians.

Isiguzo said: “Today, somebody has risen to the occasion and gathered an array of young men who have taken it upon themselves to help this country to continue to survive as a peaceful and united nation. His commitment, dedication, and diligence, Nigeria have, to a very extent, reduced the activities of men of the underworld consistently pilfering and taking our common patrimony for their selfish gains.

“We decided that we must accord the necessary recognition to the man who carries the flag, and birthed this organization; a man who has exceptionally distinguished himself and has been celebrated by Nigerians across all walks of life. He is a general in his right, and has distinguished himself, ensured and maintained an appreciable level of internal security.

“We have come to Oporoza to confer on him the Internal Security Meritorious Award of the NUJ.”

Isiguzo, who was accompanied by NUJ National Secretary Shuaibu Leman, among other officials, said the media remained the oxygen of democratic governance.

“If it collapsed, Nigeria will collapse,” he added.

According to him, security is a collective responsibility and not for the government alone, He said all hands must be on deck to address it.

Tompolo gets NUJ award, vows to ensure increased oil production

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Using pre-registered SIM card may land you in jail, NCC warns

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Using pre-registered SIM card may land you in jail, NCC warns

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has issued a stern warning to Nigerians on the dangers of purchasing pre-registered SIM cards.

The Commission emphasized that this practice was illegal and could lead to severe consequences, including imprisonment.

The NCC highlighted that individuals using such SIM cards might inadvertently become implicated in crimes such as identity theft, financial fraud, kidnapping, and armed robbery.

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Moreover, the NCC pointed out that the use of pre-registered SIM cards compromises the accuracy of consumer information and hampers efforts to track criminals effectively.

By using such SIM cards, the reliability of data collected on consumers was undermined, making it challenging for authorities to identify and apprehend the actual perpetrators of crimes.

The NCC’s message aimed to educate the public on the risks associated with pre-registered SIM cards and encourage compliance with legal guidelines to enhance national security.

Using pre-registered SIM card may land you in jail, NCC warns

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Police grill Osun monarch, Ataoja of Osogbo, over petition

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Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji

Police grill Osun monarch, Ataoja of Osogbo, over petition

The Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji was on Thursday grilled by the police over a petition purportedly by a co-monarch in Olorunda local government area.

There was rumpus in Osun State capital on Thursday over the whereabout of Ataoja with members of All Progressives Congress(APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) trading words over claims that Oba Oyetunji was arrested by the police.

But The Nation learnt that Oba Oyetunji was invited to Abuja by security operatives over a petition by a king under his domain relating to fund.

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When contacted the Secretary of the palace, Mr Wasiu Bello confirmed that Oba Oyetunji travelled to Abuja over a petition filed against him.

National President, Osogbo Progressive Union (O.P.U) dispelled insinuations that Ataoja was arrested by police in Abuja.

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Banire, others to speak at NACOMYO Lagos workshop/retreat

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Banire, others to speak at NACOMYO Lagos workshop/retreat

The National Council of Muslim Youth Organisations (NACOMYO) Lagos chapter says it will hold its 4th Mid-term Workshop/Retreat on June 8, 2024.

The event fixed for the NERDC Conference Centre, Alausa, Ikeja, would focus on crucial topics relevant to the socio-economic and political landscape of Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State, NACOMYO said.

According to a statement by the organisation, a former Chairman of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) Dr. Muiz Banire will give the keynote address at the event under the theme ‘Leadership, Governance and Economic Imperative: Muslim Youth in the Post-Subsidy Era’.

“Additionally, the workshop will feature lead paper presentations by notable figures including Honorable Abubakar Mobolaji Ogunlende RAK, the Commissioner for Youth and Sport in Lagos State, and Honorable Ibrahim Layode, the Commissioner for Home Affairs in Lagos State.

“One of the highlights of the event will be a guest lecture delivered by His Eminence Sheikh Engr. Sulaimon Abuo-Nola, the Grand Chief Imam of Lagos,” it stated.

The State Coordinator of NACOMYO Lagos State, Alhaji Isiaka Salami, it added, would lead other members to the event.

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