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September 14, 2023 FG Moves NIMC To Ministry Of Interior For Passport Efficiency

FG Moves NIMC To Ministry Of Interior For Passport Efficiency

The Federal Government has relocated the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to the Ministry of Interior to streamline passport processing.

Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, committed to efficient identity data coordination, has initiated adjustments within the Nigeria Immigration Service, the body responsible for issuing passports.

This move aligns with President Bola Tinubu's directive to eliminate obstacles in passport acquisition. Previously, NIMC fell under the purview of the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy.

As per sources cited by Daily Trust, efforts to synchronise the activities of the Nigerian Immigration Service and NIMC are already underway. "The process is in progress and slated for finalisation by Friday, as there is another meeting scheduled for that day," the source stated.

In recent statements, Minister Tunji-Ojo assured Nigerians of forthcoming efficient service from the Nigerian Immigration Service. He emphasised that in collaboration with NIS, his ministry strives to conclude passport applications within two weeks.

To expedite passport issuance, the minister announced plans to partner with post offices, financial institutions, and other entities, designating them as enrollment centres. Additionally, Tunji-Ojo pledged to diminish human involvement in the passport application process, recognising it as a potential source of corruption.

September 14, 2023 Banky W Reflects On Reps Rerun A Second Chance, A Miracle

Banky W Reflects On Reps Rerun A Second Chance, A Miracle

Renowned singer-turned-politician Bankole Wellington, known as Banky W, has expressed gratitude for what he considers a miraculous turn of events at the Election Petitions Tribunal.

This second chance to secure the Eti-Osa Federal Constituency seat in Lagos State has left him in awe. Late in the evening on September 11, 2023, the tribunal rendered a verdict nullifying Thaddeus Attah's victory under the Labour Party. The February 25 election was declared inconclusive due to the absence of voting in several polling units. Attah had been initially declared the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with 24,075 votes. In comparison, Bank W of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and Ibrahim Obanikoro of the All-Progressives Congress (APC) trailed with 18,666 and 16,901 votes, respectively.

In response to petitions submitted by the first and second runners-up, the court mandated INEC to organise a supplementary election within 90 days across all 33 polling units where voting was not conducted.

In an interview on Channels Television’s Politics yesterday, September 14, 2023, Banky W remarked, “Personally, this is a miraculous turn of events for me, getting another opportunity to conclude the election. I believe it underscores the power of resilience, faith, and the united determination of citizens eager to contribute to restoring our democracy.”

He emphasised, “Many individuals were understandably disheartened by their inability to participate in that election. This highlights a crucial aspect of our democracy: ensuring that people are not denied their constitutional right to engage in the electoral process.”

September 13, 2023 VP Shettima To Represent President Tinubu At G77+China Summit In Havana, Cuba

VP Shettima To Represent President Tinubu At G77+China Summit In Havana, Cuba

Vice President Kashim Shettima is set for a trip to Cuba to represent President Bola Tinubu at the G77 plus China Leaders’ Summit in Havana.

The theme of the summit is “Current Development Challenges: The Role of Science, Technology and Innovation and it will be hosted by the President of the Republic of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, in his capacity as Chairman of the G77.

In a statement, the Director of Information, Office of the Vice President, Olusola Abiola, said Shettima would join other world leaders, including the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, at the Summit.

He said the summit, which will take place from Friday the 15th to Sunday the 17th of September, would deliberate on development issues facing members, mostly from the global south.

On the sidelines of the Summit, the vice president will also hold bilateral meetings with other world leaders to promote Nigeria’s trade and investment relations in line with the economic development diplomacy of the President Tinubu administration.

Nigeria is a founding member of the G77 group established in 1964 by 77 developing countries.

 

September 13, 2023 Tinubu Orders Investigation Into Reoccurring Boat Accidents In Nigeria

Tinubu Orders Investigation Into Reoccurring Boat Accidents In Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a thorough investigation into the recurring boat accidents in the country.

This is contained in the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity statement to the President, Ajuri Ngelale.

President Tinubu said government agencies would be held accountable for any regulatory or safety lapses and directed that safety measures and enforcement must be carried out on boating activities in the country.

The president directed various government agencies, including law enforcement, maritime safety and transportation safety authorities, to collaborate to identify the causes of these unfortunate and preventable disasters.

President Tinubu also assured the affected families and communities of his continued support and commitment to preventing such tragic incidents in the future.

About 41 people have died in three boat mishaps in Niger and Adamawa States within the past week.

 

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