President Bola Tinubu has made a series of significant appointments, including the appointment of Daniel Bwala as the Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications at the State House.

The announcement, made on Thursday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, also includes the appointment of three Nigerians to lead various key agencies.

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Bwala, a lawyer and public affairs analyst, takes on his new role as Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications.

Known for his expertise in media and communications, he is expected to play a critical role in advancing the administration’s public messaging and media strategy.

In addition, three new directors-general have been appointed to head important national institutions.

Olawale Olopade, a seasoned sports administrator, has been named the Director-General of the National Sports Commission.

Olopade, who has vast experience in the sports sector, previously served as the Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Ogun State and chaired the Local Organising Committee for the 2024 National Sports Festival.

Dr. Abisoye Fagade, a marketing communication expert and founder of Sodium Brand Solutions, will head the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism.

Fagade’s appointment is expected to bring a fresh perspective to Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality industries.

Meanwhile, Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, who previously served as the Director of Research, Training, and Strategic Planning at the Bureau of Public Procurement, has been appointed as the new Director-General of the Bureau.

In a statement following the appointments, President Tinubu urged the newly appointed officers to carry out their duties with dedication, patriotism, and excellence, emphasizing the importance of their roles in driving national development.

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a significant increase in power distribution across states in northern Nigeria, following the successful restoration of the Ugwuaji–Makurdi–Jos 330kV Transmission Line 2.

According to a statement released by TCN’s General Manager in charge of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the energization of this line has enabled an additional bulk power supply, improving service to the Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola Distribution Companies for further distribution to their customers.

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This recent improvement follows extensive repairs after the Ugwuaji–Apir transmission lines were vandalized in October, impacting power supply to 17 states, with regions such as Kaduna, Kano, and Katsina severely affected. Engineers have now completed repairs and re-stringing of the damaged transmission sections, restoring power flow through the line and stabilizing supply across the affected areas.

“The Transmission Company of Nigeria has successfully energised the Ugwuaji–Makurdi–Jos 330kV Transmission Line 2 today, 14 November 2024, at approximately 11:50 am,” the statement confirmed. Mbah noted that the Apir and Jos Transmission Substations are now receiving adequate loads, enabling Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola Distribution Companies to distribute more power to their service areas.

The TCN expressed gratitude to customers for their patience throughout the repair period, emphasizing the company’s commitment to bolstering power supply in the northern regions.

In a bold move to tackle the escalating violence from cult-related clashes in the state, Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has given a 48-hour ultimatum to the State Commissioner of Police, Umoru Ozigi, to take immediate action in curbing the bloodshed.

The governor’s directive comes in response to rising concerns over cult-related violence in the state, which has resulted in multiple fatalities.

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In a statement released by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, Okpebholo ordered the Commissioner of Police to ensure swift intervention by deploying officers across all police formations to end the violent clashes.

Governor Okpebholo also announced the ban of two groups, the Drivers Welfare Association and Network Empowerment, which have been implicated in fuelling unrest, particularly in Benin City.

He emphasized that these associations will no longer be allowed to operate within the state, urging the police to enforce this ban rigorously.

“This is a critical matter for us. Cultism cannot be allowed to thrive in Edo State. We will put an end to it swiftly,” said the governor.

He stressed that security forces must act decisively to stop the killings and violence that have plagued the state in recent weeks.

The governor also referenced a recent decision to suspend the collection of all revenues in Edo State, particularly in motor parks, as part of his broader strategy to address lawlessness.

He indicated that this suspension would remain in place until a comprehensive review of revenue collection procedures is conducted.

“Edo State must be safe. This has always been one of my top priorities, and I will do everything in my power to restore peace and order. We will not sit idly by while these criminals wreak havoc on our communities,” Okpebholo added.

The governor’s firm stance on security and order signals his commitment to restoring peace and stability in Edo State, with a focus on quickly addressing the root causes of cult violence.