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TINUBU APPROVES APPOINTMENT OF EX-BPP CHIEF, ENGR. EMEKA EZEH, AS PIONEER CHAIRMAN, FCT CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

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By Ali Elias President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Engr. Emeka Ezeh as the pioneer chairman of the newly created Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Civil Service Commission. His appointment was sequel to his nomination by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, via a letter dated March 11, 2024 and forwarded to President Tinubu for action. Ezeh will chair a seven-member FCT Civil Service Commission with pioneer six Commissioners appointed by the President. They include; Hon. Ahmed Mohammed (North-West), Chief Anthony Okeah (South-South), Mohammed Magaji Ibrahim (North-East), Miskoom Alexander Naantuam (North-Central), Hon. Jide Jimoh (South-West), and Barr. Martin Azubike (South-East). Engr Ezeh, a renowned civil engineer and procurement expert, has had a remarkable career ...

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NCDMB, ICPC TEAM UP FOR EXCELLENCE AND TRANSPARENCYIN PROCUREMENT AND HUMAN RESOURCES PROCESSES

Energy

NCDMB Executive Secretary, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe,(3rd right) … PR The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) is partnering the Training Arm of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in risk assessment of procurement and human resources processes at the Board in a push for excellence and transparency Initiated by the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) of the NCDMB as part of its 2024 Action Plan, the Comprehensive Risk Assessment in the Procurement and Human Resources (HR) Departments is intended to identify and assess corruption risks in processes within those two critical functional organs, “evaluate the effectiveness of existing control mechanisms,” “recommen...

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STELLA ODUNLAMI, A STELLAR WOMAN BOWS OUT OF THE STAGE

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Late Mrs. Stella Oluwatoyin Odunlami By Ali Elias Ilishan Remo, Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria - The life of Mrs. Stella Oluwatoyin Odunlami, a remarkable woman known for her kindness, dedication, and spiritual devotion, was celebrated in an elevating Memorial Service held on March 9th, 2024, before her interment. Mrs. Odunlami, who translated on February 26th, 2024, left behind a legacy of love and service that touched the hearts of all who knew her. Ibrahim Odunlami (in blue cap) with the deceased's sisters (front row) Born in July 1960, Mrs. Odunlami embarked on a journey of education and service that would span decades. As the devoted wife of Odunlami Ibrahim and a loving mother to five children - three sons, Aliru, Olanrewaju, Soliu, and two daughters, Saratu and Anota ...

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U.S. URGENTLY BACKS UN’S CALL FOR ‘IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE’ IN GAZA, AMIDST ESCALATING CASUALTIES

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By Ali Elias The United States has submitted a revised resolution to the UN Security Council, urging for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip following extensive negotiations. The resolution, disclosed to the press on Tuesday, emphasizes the need for a six-week ceasefire in Gaza and the prompt release of all hostages upon agreement by all parties involved. The wording of the resolution aligns with statements made by U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris over the weekend, who emphasized the urgency of a ceasefire for the next six weeks due to the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire, with a growing hunger crisis affecting the population. Since the conflict began, over 30,000 people have lost their lives, and more than 70,000 have been injur...

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NCDMB HOST OIL INDUSTRY PLAYERS, ACADEMIA, ON RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IMPERATIVES

Energy

By PR Oil and gas industry stakeholders and leading academics on Tuesday began a three-day Research and Development (R&D) Zonal Workshop at the Niger Delta University (NDU), Amassoma, with special focus on needs-driven research and deepening of collaboration and linkages, sponsored by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The workshop provides a forum for discussions and demonstration of research breakthroughs on software and hardware as they relate to oil and gas industry needs, bioremediation and related oil field chemicals solutions, such as additives and drilling fluids, and renewable solutions to meet industry needs. Scheduled to be hosted in the six geopolitical zones of the country by NCDMB Centres of Excellence in six universities, the workshop...

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DAEWOO DEAL: MELE KYARI PUSHES GAS FRONTIERS, EYES LNG OPPORTUNITIES

Energy

By Tayo OLU, writes from Ondo State Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, has long grappled with the irony of exporting crude oil while relying heavily on imported refined fuels. The situation, driven by the near-inoperable state of its domestic refineries, has hampered economic growth and exposed the nation to the vulnerabilities of global oil price fluctuations. This challenge led the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) under the leadership of Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mallam Mele Kyari, to commence an ambitious gas development strategy. A major proof of this drive was the signing of a $741 million contract between the NNPCL and Daewoo Engineering and Construction to rehabilitate the idled 110,000-barrel-per-day Kaduna Refinery. The quick-fix mainte...

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NCDMB EDGES OUT NNPC IN A THRILLING ENCOUNTER, TO CLASH WITH NLNG IN NOGIG 2024 FOOTBALL FINAL

Energy

NCDMB Team By Ali Elias The Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games (NOGIG) 2024 football tournament had some really exciting semi-final matches last Saturday. Now, everyone's looking forward to the big final match between the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) teams, in Abuja, come April. In a thrilling game at the Shell Residential Area in Port Harcourt, NCDMB won against the current champions, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), with a score of 1-0. This means NNPC won't be able to go for the gold medal this time. In the other semi-final, NLNG also made it to the final by winning 1-0 against the National Midstream Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Agency (NMDPRA). NLNG had a great run in the gr...

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NCDMB RECEIVES EXCELLENCE AWARD AT NIES 2024: LEADING THE NIGERIAN CONTENT JOURNEY

Energy

MINISTER OF STATE FOR PETROLEUM RESOURCES (OIL), SENATOR HEINEKEN LOKPOBIRI WITH DIRECTOR, CORPORATE SERVICES, NCDMB, DR. AMA IKURU AND SOME DELEGATES FROM THE NCDMB By Ali Elias The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) received the Excellence Award at the Nigerian Content Award 2023 during the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2024. The Industry Awards Gala, held on the second day of the week-long Summit in Abuja starting February 26, 2024, was sponsored by NCDMB. It honored outstanding industry players for their excellence. Earlier during their presentation, the Board offered insights into the Nigerian Content Journey since the enactment of the Act in 2010. The focus was on promoting the localization and enhancement of value-added activities ...

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NCDMB EMPOWERS NIGERIAN YOUTHS WITH ELECTRIC HOUSE WIRING TRAINING AT NAPTIN

Energy

...PR The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) marked a significant milestone on Monday, February 26, 2024, with the commencement of the sixth batch of the Electric House Wiring Training programme at the Akangba Regional Training Centre of the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) in Lagos. The opening and kick-off ceremony which was attended by key industry stakeholders had 50 trainees selected across the country for the three-week exercise signifying the Board’s commitment to capacity building, youth empowerment, and expected impact on Nigeria’s power sector and economy. In his remarks, the General Manager of the Capacity Building Division of NCDMB, Mr. Augustine Timbiri who was represented by the Supervisor, CBD, Mr. Tobin Spiff, conveyed the B...

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MINISTER INAUGURATES NCDMB GOVERNING COUNCIL, PLEDGES TO INCREASE LOCAL CONTENT ACHIEVEMENTS

Energy

…PR The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri on Thursday in Abuja inaugurated the 4th Governing Council of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The NCDMB Governing Council is set up under the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act and draws membership from representatives of select institutions connected with the oil and gas industry. Members of the new NCDMB Council were first announced by President Bola Tinubu on December 7, 2023, and they would be chaired by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, while the Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, would serve as the Secretary of the Council. Other members include the Executive...