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Don Urges Nigerians to Emulate Late Makoju’s Legacies in Energy Industry

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From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja

Vice Chancellor of the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, Prof. Abdulrahman Asipita has urged Nigerians to emulate late Joseph Oyeyani Makoju’s Legacies in Energy and Manufacturing sectors.

Asipita made the call at the third Memorial Lecture he delivered in honour of the deceased industry icon, Dr.

Joseph Oyeyani Makoju, put in place by the Federal University, Lokoja over the weekend.

Professor Asipita in his lecture, titled, Joseph Oyeyani Makoju: Archetype of Adaptive Energy Transition and Cement Manufacturing” described the footprint of the late distinguished son of Kogi state as laudable and worthy of emulation.

He said that the late Joseph Makoju was able to revolutionize cement manufacturing which brought in operational efficiency and expansion capacity in the cement industry.

“Throughout his career, he exemplified professionalism, diligence, and ethical leadership. These qualities should guide our approach to governance, industry, and academia. His ability to navigate complex challenges and drive transformative change is a model for leaders in all sectors.

“Engr Makoju’s ability to foresee industry trends and adapt accordingly was a major factor in his success. He recognized the role of technology in enhancing efficiency and promoting sustainability. We must continue to foster innovation to drive economic growth.

“His commitment to responsible industrial growth is a guiding principle for our efforts to build a sustainable future. As climate change and environmental concerns take centre stage, we are responsible for implementing sustainable practices in all sectors, particularly in energy and manufacturing.

“Investing in human capital development is crucial for sustaining national progress. We must actively nurture the next generation of engineers, policymakers, and industry leaders.

“He emphasized the importance of developing local engineering capabilities, a crucial factor in driving sustainable development

“His dedication to developing local talents and ensuring those talents were included in national infrastructure projects is an example that Nigeria must follow”

In his welcome address, the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University, Lokoja, said that the memorial lecture was instituted by the University as its modest way of honouring the immense contributions and impactful life of late Engr. Dr. Joseph Makoju.

“He was a colossus in the energy and manufacturing sectors, a nation builder, and above all, a man who gave selflessly for the growth of education and the betterment of humanity.

“At the 2 Memorial Lecture, the Makoju family announced a very generous donation of a lecture theatre to the University in honour of their beloved patriarch. To the glory of God, I am pleased to announce that the lecture theatre has been completed and commissioned

“Let me state here with all sincerity that the only way we, as a University, could reciprocate the rare and generous gestures of the late Engr. Joseph Makoju is instituting this annual memorial lecture. This lecture is not just a tribute to his memory, but a platform to sustain the ideals and values he lived for—excellence, innovation, and nation building.

“The Makoju family has remained a dependable pillar of support to our University, and we cannot thank them enough.

“Today’s lecture, titled “Archetype of Adaptive Energy Transition and Cement Manufacturing,” is indeed most timely and relevant, especially as Nigeria and other developing nations seek sustainable ways to transition to cleaner energy sources without compromising industrial growth.

“As we proceed with the programme, I invite all of us to reflect on the life and legacy of the late Engr. Dr. Makoju. May his memory continue to inspire us to live lives of purpose, integrity, and impact”

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NIMC Inaugurates NIN Authentication Service

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) inauguration of the NIMC NIN Authentication (NNAuth) for secured and seamless identity verification and authentication.

This is contained in a statement in Lagos on Tuesday, by the Head, Cooperate Communications, NIMC, Dr Kayode Adegoke.

Adegoke said that similarly, the presidency had directed the use of NIN Authentication for verification and authentication across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

He explained that this was in line with the commission’s mandate of regulating a reliable national digital identity for citizens and legal residents to affirm their identity

According to him, the inauguration of the NIN Authentication (NINAuth), a cutting-edge suite of services that include web, API and mobile verification is designed to enhance data security, protect privacy, and simplify access to government services.

”This is part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda on strengthening the national identity management system.

”The NIMC NINAuth application is the official service for integration with the commission’s back-end infrastructure.

”It introduces a robust layer of protection, empowering individuals with greater control over their personal information.”

He added that it required explicit consent before data is shared for Know Your Customer (KYC) processes or other verifications.

He said that the platform fosters trust, transparency, and user autonomy in digital identity management.

Adegoke also said that with the NINAuth, individuals could securely verify their identity and access key government services which include Sim registration, replacement, applications and passport processing

Others he said include tax filings and financial transactions, government Intervention Programmes in various MDAs, driver’s licence renewals and other regulatory processes.

The NIMC head of cooperate communications further said that the key features and benefits include enhanced Security, Protects personal data from unauthorised access, empowers individuals with the freedom to manage their data sharing preferences.

According to him, other key features and benefits include seamless access, provides a secure single sign on solution for convenient access to services.

He added that the innovation reaffirms NIMC’s commitment to advancing secured and efficient digital identity management, ensuring a more accessible, transparent, and secure identity verification system in Nigeria.

He said that the NINAuth application also provided a secured, scalable, and interoperable interface for identity verification through API integration.

According to him, it is designed to facilitate real-time authentication of NIN records, thereby promoting effective service delivery, database harmonisation, and compliance with the National Identity Policy.

He said that the NINAuth service had been designated as the exclusive platform for all NIN-based verification and authentication integration processes for optimal services.

”The implementation guide and process flow of the NIMC NIN Authentication are available at https://ninauth.nimc.gov.ng,” he said. 

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Army Arrests Human Parts Trafficker, Drug Peddlers In Ogun State

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By Oladapo Udom

Lagos, April 27, 2025 (NAN)Troops of the 81 Division, Nigerian Army, operating under the 35 Artillery Brigade, have apprehended a man for allegedly trafficking human parts at Kulanla Odomola in Ogun.

The division’s spokesman, Lt.-Col. Olabisi Ayeni, disclosed this in a signed statement on Sunday.

Ayeni said the troops rescued the suspect from an angry mob that had attempted to lynch him.

“The suspect, along with the exhibits, has been handed over to the Nigeria Police at Noforija for further investigation and possible prosecution,” he said.

The spokesman further revealed that troops operating in Ado-Odo, Ota Local Government Area of Ogun, arrested and detained three suspected drug peddlers during a patrol.

According to him, the suspects were found with two packs of substances suspected to be Indian hemp, concealed under 60kg of cargo in a white J5 vehicle.

“The suspects and exhibits have been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Ilaro Area Command, for further investigation and possible prosecution,” Ayeni said.

He reiterated the division’s commitment to deploying every legitimate means to protect law-abiding citizens from criminal elements within its area of operation.

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Tanker Explosion: Reps presents N18m cheque to victims in Enugu

The Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr Tajudeen Abbas, Tuesday, presented a cheque for N18 million to the Enugu State Government as support to the victims of tanker explosion.

Report says that many people and families lost their lives and eight vehicles burnt in that fire accident after a tanker laden with fuel fell and exploded in the Ugwu- Onyeama axis of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway on Jan.

25.

Presenting the cheque, the Speaker described the incident as a huge loss, not only to the Government and people of Enugu State, but also the nation as a whole,

Abbas was represented by Mr Nnolim Nnaji (Nkanu East/West) who led the Enugu State Caucus in the Green Chamber.

The speaker said that the support was in keeping with the tradition of the House of Representatives to ensure that governments and people of Nigeria were not alone in the face of such challenges.

Other Enugu State Caucus in the house that accompanied Nnaji include Messrs Martins Oke, Dennis Agbo, Mark Obetta, Anayo Onwuegbu, and Chimaobi Atu.

Abbas commended Mbah for his sterling leadership of the state and the prompt effort to comfort the families who lost their loved ones and supported the injured.

“On behalf of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, we commiserate with the Government and people of Enugu state over the tanker incident at Ugwu Onyeama.

“We acknowledge that you have done a lot to support both the injured and those who lost their loved ones.

“So, this is a cheque for N18 million to assist the state to further ameliorate their losses and challenges occasioned by the incident.

“We send our heartfelt condolences, once again and you can continue to count on our support,” he said.

Reacting, Gov. Peter Mbah thanked the Speaker and the Enugu State Caucus of the House of Representatives for the show of concern, assuring them that the donation would go straight to the purpose for which it was made.

“On behalf of the Government and people of Enugu State, I express profound gratitude and deep appreciation for this wonderful gesture.

“I recall that when the Ugwu-Onyeama incident occurred, taking the lives of several of our loved ones, the Speaker called and assured us that he was with us in prayers.

“Today, he has also shown us that he is not only with us in prayers, but also materially. He has equally come to mourn with us.

“This cheque of N18 million will go a long way in cushioning the effect of the incident on those affected and their families.

“Rest assured that as a government, we will ensure that this gets to them in a transparent, accountable, and just manner,” Mbah said. (NAN)

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