NUPENG Boss Admonishes Oil & Gas Members To Key Into Technology For Job Productivity

The Zonal Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) Lagos Zonal Council, Comrade Olutayo Aboyeji, has admonished members of the association to key into the innovation of technology and artificial intelligence in order to enhance job productivity. 

Speaking during the two-day educational summit program with the theme “Unionization and Technological Advancement: Issues and Prospects for Consideration held at the Jogor Event Center in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State, on Thursday, Comrade Aboyeji urged all members, especially the Oil and Gas branch, to follow the trend of new technology to enhance their work and increase their productivity.

Comrade Aboyeji, who is the former Secretary of the Lagos Council, further urged the federal government to tap into the innovations of technology to train its workers according to global labor standards in order for the oil and gas technology industry in Nigeria to compete with other advanced countries in the world.

Addressing challenges like oil theft, Comrade Olutayo reassured members about resolving recent fuel price issues without increases and urged the federal government to intensify more efforts to arrest criminals involved in oil theft, diversion of petroleum, bunkering, and other vices affecting the image of the oil and gas industry.

He, however, added that the body is working with the federal government to address critical issues affecting the operations of the organization while revealing that there is no increment in fuel prices as the shortfall currently experienced is already being addressed.

Also speaking at the educational summit, former national chairman of NUPENG, Comrade Samuel Akanni, praised the seminar’s attendance and educational content, emphasizing the union’s commitment to updating members on technological advancements.

He highlighted NUPENG’s expansive reach and the need for continuous knowledge and skill enhancement among members to ensure efficient operations.

The workshop featured various activities, including certificate issuance and a birthday celebration for the Zonal Chairman, as well as workshops and panel discussions, making it a comprehensive educational experience for all attendees.

Review Nigeria's Constitution for Better Governance -CAC President Charges President Tinubu

The President of Christ Apostolic Church Worldwide, Dr. Henry Ojo, has urged President Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu to find a way to review the present constitution of the country, which he said armed those in government with excessive power.

Speaking with newsmen at the 28th anniversary celebration of Christ Apostolic Church Arogungbogunmi International, Ibadan, on Sunday, Dr. Ojo said for the newly issued Supreme Court judgment on local government funding to be a thing of reality, the presidential system of government and the 1999 constitution, which he noted was foisted on the people by the military, must be reviewed.

"I discovered that it is not the problem of those who are in government. It is the problem of the constitution. Our constitution is corrupt and needs to be rewritten. There is nothing that President Bola Tinubu can do outside the provisions of the constitution. If he wants to tamper with the country’s constitution, we would accuse him of failing to follow it.

“The only thing he can do now is to constitute a constitution amendment committee to amend it. The presidential system of government is very expensive. Since Nigeria adopted the presidential system of government, we have been having problems. Those in the National Assembly are not supposed to be there full-time, but our constitution says that they should be there full-time. Until we restructure the country, nothing will change.

“I believe that this would usher in development at the grassroots level. If we have the federal, state, and local governments running well, it would be better. However, a situation where the governors pocket the local government councils could not be helped. Now, we can hold the local government responsible if there is no development," Dr. Ojo said.

Speaking further, Dr. Ojo advises Christians all over the world to be steadfast and to prepare for the rapture of the believers.

“My word to Christians all over the world is to be steadfast. We're getting closer to the end of the world. What is happening across the globe is a sign that the coming of the Lord is at hand. The church should prepare for the rapture of believers,” he added.

Also speaking at the epoch anniversary, the General Evangelist of CAC Worldwide, Prophet Richard Kolawole, attributed the success story of CAC Arogungbogunmi International to God, who made it possible.

Prophet Kolawole

“Christ Apostolic Church Arogungbogunmi clocks 28 today. This church is in a pagan community. It was the grace of God that made this church stand until today. It was not an easy task for this church to survive here.

“We thank God. We showed the people love. Before you can win a soul for Christ, you must use the principle of love. I can tell you categorically that 85 percent of the entire population of this church are converts. We didn’t bring members of other churches to this place. God used us to win souls for Christ here.

“Those who are here were those whose hearts were won to Christ through the ministration here, not members of other churches. They were won to Christ through the ministry of this church.

“I exalt the King of Kings for my appointment as the General Evangelist of CAC, Nigeria, and Overseas on October 17, 2023. I started the ministry as a young evangelist. I celebrate the principal officers of this great mission. I celebrate my jewel, Prophetess Christianah Olanike Kolawole, for her invaluable roles,” the renowned cleric said.

Prophet Kolawole, who is also the founder of Christ Apostolic Church Arogungbogunmi International, Ibadan, further advised Christians to be vigilant, saying, “This is a difficult time; Christians should not fold their arms and should not keep quiet. We are approaching the end of the world. You can hear about happenings in America as well as Nigeria. We shall overcome it in Jesus name.”

Establishing Ministry of Livestock Development : PAN South-West Lauds Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu's establishment of the Ministry of Livestock Development has been praised by the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), South/West, which views it as a "visionary leadership" move meant to address the long-standing issues in the agriculture sector.

In a statement, Rev. Gideon Oluleye, the association's Chairman for the South-West Zone, praised the president's resolve to end the ongoing hostilities between farmers and herders, which have hampered economic growth and jeopardized national unity.

The association also praised the inauguration of the Renewed Hope Livestock Reform Implementation Committee, saying it demonstrates the government’s dedication to finding a comprehensive and sustainable solution to the issue.

“This development is a significant step towards addressing the lingering issues between farmers and herders, and the poultry association sees this as the government’s commitment to finding a lasting solution to the lingering crisis rocking the Nigerian agricultural sector,” the statement read in part.

PAN also expressed appreciation for the contributions of several key stakeholders in the successful implementation of the Renewed Hope Livestock Reform.

Meanwhile, the association has scheduled a stakeholders meeting for Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at the Kakanfo Inn, Ibadan where PAN National President, Mr. Sunday Ezeobiora, is expected to address members and other relevant stakeholders in the poultry farming sector on the ongoing challenges faced by Nigerian poultry farmers

Kayrom Lee Bags Egbeda Itesiwaju Tailors' Award

Ambassador Romoke Ayinde receiving the award from leaders of Nigeria Union Of Tailors at the event 

The chief executive officer of Kayrom Lee Group of Companies, Ambassador Romoke Ayinde, has been awarded an outstanding personality award by the Nigeria Tailor Union of Egbeda Itesiwaju Local Government of Oyo State for her contribution to the development of humanity.

She was awarded alongside two others during the association's first-year anniversary ceremony on Wednesday in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital.

According to the chairman of the Bishop Philip Academy Chapter of NUT that bestowed the award on her, they decided to honor some prominent members of society because of their personalities and invaluable contributions to the growth of the society.

While speaking shortly after receiving the award, Amb Ayinde, who is also the Iyalaje Adini of Oyo State, promised not to relent in her service to humanity, which was what the organizers of the award saw in her.

"I am very happy with the way your association organized the anniversary of the cultural diaplay and the 'Tailor Police'. This shows that you have added new innovation to the way you used to do things because we cannot be doing things in the same way and expecting new results.

"We must let this show in our ways of doing our work, and I prayed that we will continue to reap more benefit from our work.

"I see this award as a push for me to do more for society, and I promised that I would not relent in my service to humanity and that I would continue to give back to society," she said.

Other awardees included Otunba Dr Olamide Babatunde (Cardinal) and Engineer Khadijat  Akeusola (MAF K).