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19/06/2023

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE GOVERNMENT OF THE FEDERATION
PRESS & PUBLIC RELATIONS DEPARTMENT

June 19, 2023

PRESS RELEASE
*PRESIDENT TINUBU RETIRES ALL SERVICE CHIEFS, ADVISERS, COMPTROLLER GENERAL OF CUSTOMS, APPOINTS NEW ONES*

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police, Advisers, Comptroller-General of Customs from Service as well as their replacements with immediate effect.

The newly appointed Officers are:
S/N NAME APPOINTMENTS
1 Mallam Nuhu Ribadu National Security Adviser
2 Maj. Gen. C.G Musa Chief of Defence Staff
3 Maj. T. A Lagbaja Chief of Army Staff
4 Rear Admirral E. A Ogalla Chief of Naval Staff
5 AVM H.B Abubakar Chief of Air Staff
6 DIG Kayode Egbetokun Acting Inspector-General of Police
7 Maj. Gen. EPA Undiandeye Chief of Defense Intelligence

Mr President has also approved the following appointments:
S/N NAME APPOINTMENTS
1 Col. Adebisi Onasanya Brigade of Guards Commander
2 Lt. Col. Moshood Abiodun Yusuf 7 Guards Battalion, Asokoro, Abuja
3 Lt. Col. Auwalu Baba Inuwa 177, Guards Battalion, Keffi, Nasarawa State
4 Lt. Col. Mohammed J. Abdulkarim 102 Guards Battalion, Suleja, Niger
5 Lt. Col. Olumide A. Akingbesote 176 Guards Battalion, Gwagwalada, Abuja

Similarly, the President has approved the appointments of other Military Officers in the Presidential Villa as follows:
S/N NAME APPOINTMENTS
1 Maj. Isa Farouk Audu
(N/14695) Commanding Officer State House Artillery
2 Capt. Kazeem Olalekan Sunmonu (N/16183) Second-in-Command, State House Artillery
3 Maj. Kamaru Koyejo Hamzat (N/14656) Commanding Officer, State House Military Intelligence
4 Maj. TS Adeola (N/12860) Commanding Officer, State House Armament
5 Lt. A. Aminu (N/18578) Second-in- Command, State House Armament

Mr. President has also approved the appointments of two (2) additional Special Advisers, and two (2) Senior Assistants, namely:

S/N NAME APPOINTMENTS
1 Hadiza Bala Usman Special Adviser, Policy Coordination
2 Hannatu Musa Musawa Special Adviser, Culture and Entertainment Economy
3 Sen. Abdullahi Abubakar Gumel Senior Special Assistant , National Assembly Matters (Senate)
4 Hon. (Barr) Olarewaju Kunle Ibrahim Senior Special Assistant, National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives)

Finally, the President has approved the appointment of Adeniyi Bashir Adewale as the Ag. Comptroller General of Customs.

It is to be noted that the appointed Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police and the Comptroller General of Customs are to act in their positions, pending their confirmation in accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Willie Bassey
Director, Information
For: Secretary to the Government of the Federation

18/06/2023

RECIPROCITY: KEY TO GROWTH AND SUCCESS IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY


By John Ishaku Mantu, Esq.

The creative industry is a massive industry that encompasses a wide range of sectors ranging from art, design, media, advertisement, entertainment, music, architecture, fashion, and more.

To achieve growth and success in the creative industry, several key factors are responsible, which include reciprocity; developing skills and expertise; networking and collaboration; embracing technology; understanding your fans, audience and followers; developing entrepreneurial mindset, branding and promotion; adaptability and resilience; amongst other factors.

This article considers reciprocity as one of the key to growth and success in the creative industry.

According to Dictionary.com reciprocity is a relation or state in which two people or groups perform mutual or corresponding actions based on the actions of the other.

Reciprocity is an effective tool in the creative community. Creatives can exchange support, collaborate with each other, share their knowledge, skills, and resources with one another. These foster a sense of community and bring about collective growth.

It is established that Creatives, such as artists, writers, musicians, designers, content creators, producers, instrumentalist, and others, often face similar challenges and obstacles in their respective fields.

By practicing reciprocity, Creatives can establish a network of support where they can share ideas, offer feedback, and provide encouragement to one another. This reciprocal gestures can be in the following forms:

a. Collaboration: This where Creatives work on project together by combining their unique skills and perspectives to create arts and works greater than what they could have individually achieved. Through collaboration, knowledge and expertise is shared and learnt by the collaborators.

b. Mentorship: This is where an experience person who is known as a Mentor provide guidance. The Person being mentored is a Mentee who seeks to learn and develop the skills and expertise of a Mentor being an Expert. The mentor provides valuable insights, advice, and encouragement, helping the Mentee navigate the challenges of the field.
c. Feedback and Critique: Creatives can provide constructive feedback and critique on each other’s arts and works. This exchange help in refining ideas, improving techniques, shaping thoughts, and encouraging growth. Constructive criticism among Creatives enhances personal and professional development.
d. Sharing Resources: Creatives can share resources such as tools, hardware and software, materials, or share knowledge about opportunities, exhibitions, and platforms to showcase their works. Through sharing resources, Creatives can expand their reach and provide opportunities for growth and success.
e. Celebrating Success: Reciprocity among Creatives involves celebrating each other's achievements and milestones. Recognizing and acknowledging the accomplishments of fellow Creatives makes for a supportive Community, encouraging further growth and motivation.

Reciprocity among Creatives is not only beneficial to the individuals but also contributes to the overall advancement of the Creative field. With reciprocity, Creatives foster an environment of collaboration, innovation, competition and continuous learning, which ultimately raises standards and impacts creative endeavors as a whole.

06/06/2023

PLATEAU STATE GOVERNMENT CONSTITUTES TASK FORCE

The Plateau State Government has constituted a Task Force on Environmental Sanitation to address the challenges of environmental sanitation in the State.

In a Press Release issued by the Secretary to the Government of the State, Arc. Samuel N. Jatau, MNIA, it reads:

The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has approved the constitution of a Task Force on Environmental Sanitation with immediate effect with the following:

i. Albert Chaimang Perm. Sec. Environment- Chairman
ii. General Manager PEPSA -Secretary
iii. General Manager JMDB- Member
iv. Husseini Gunok -Member
v. Alh. Bala Malele - Member
vi. Capt. Bitrus Golden (Rtd) -Member
vii. Polycarp Datau - Member
viii. Representative NARTO - Member
iX. Representative NURTW- Member

The Task Force will be guided by the following terms of Reference:

i. Ensure the speedy evacuation of waste garbage littering the streets of Jos and Bukuru Metropolis.

ii. Clearing and cleaning of all streets and drainages within the Jos and Bukuru metropolis.

iii. Monitoring the activities of street cleaners to ensure that the environment is kept clean.

iv. Liaise with the Judiciary to ensure the activation of the mobile Court immediately to prosecute defaulters.

v. Liaise with relevant agencies to ensure that waste are promptly and properly evacuated.

vi. Create awareness on the dangers of living in unhealthy environment and proper disposal of waste as well as the need to clear drains of refuse.

vii. Create a sustainability plan to guide Government in the implementation of these activities at the end of the Task Force.

viii. Any other activity (s) that will ensure the cleanliness of Jos and environs.

4. The Task Force has four (4) weeks within which to conclude the assignment, please.

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Arc. Samuel N. Jatau , MNIA
Secretary to the Government of the State
6th June, 2023.

03/06/2023

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15/05/2022

NORTHERN GOVERNORS CONDEMN MURDER OF DEBORAH SAMUEL; APPEAL FOR CALM AS THE LAW TAKES ITS COURSE

The Northern Governors Forum has condemned the murder of Deborah Samuel, a student of Shehu Shagari College of Education Sokoto who was killed on allegation of blasphemy.

Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako Lalong in a statement said the Governors were concerned about the development which is clearly an extra-Judicial measure of addressing perceived infraction.

According to Governor Lalong, any attempt to adopt self-help in addressing grievances whether religious or otherwise, will only lead to further chaos that could threaten law and order as well as the general peace and security of the society.

While commisserating with the family of the victim, Lalong said the Northern Governors want security agencies to be allowed to thoroughly investigate the matter and ensure that the law takes its full course on anyone found wanting.

The Northern Governors also appealed for calm following reports of the hijack of a peaceful protest which later turned violent and led to the imposition of a curfew in Sokoto metropolis.

Governor Lalong also extended the support and commiserations of the Forum to Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State over the incident as well as praised his proactive efforts to restore normalcy.

They assured him of their solidarity and prayers in dealing with the matter as well as ensuring that all necessary measures are taken to forestall future occurrence in any part of the region and nation at large.

The Forum also reminds citizens of the region and Nigerians of the need to continue to show love, tolerance and respect for one another irrespective of faith, ethnicity or other affiliations.

Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State & Chairman, Northern Governors Forum.
14th May 2022.