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NSF: NSC DG hails ‘Junior Athletes’ impact at Gateway Games
Sports

NSF: NSC DG hails ‘Junior Athletes’ impact at Gateway Games

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By Muhyideen Jimoh

The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade has hailed the performance of the Invited Junior Athletes (IJA) at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival(NSF) in Ogun.

Olopade,  who was visibly happy spoke after the medal presentation to IJA swimmer Aidan Abili who has won three medals so far in the swimming competition.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the young swimming sensation  won two silver and one bronze.

The NSC introduced the IJA initiative to establish a unique and scientific pathway for transitioning junior athletes to elite status, thereby addressing a gap that existed in Nigerian sports.

Olopade said that the impact the young athletes were making shows a bright future for Nigerian sports.

“It gladdens my heart to see the immediate impact of this new IJA project we initiated at the NSC.

“We decided to give these kids an opportunity to compete at the elite level and so far they are proving that age is only numbers.

“With the performances we are seeing in this Festival, one can only wonder what they will turn in in the years ahead with even more exposure.

” They have shown zero fears at this Games and this is quite commendable,” he said

Abili shortly after the medal presentation thanked  the NSC for the opportunity afforded the junior athletes to feature at the NSF.

“I have not participated at this level before. On behalf of the other IJA athletes, I thank the NSC for this opportunity.

” I have learnt quite a lot here. This exposure will surely help me in my career,” he said.

He promised to take advantage of the Gateway Games participation to put Nigeria on the podium in future global events.

“I have my eyes now on the Youth Olympics. After that I will target the Olympics in the years ahead.

” I will do my best to make sure I put Nigeria on the podium in appreciation of this opportunity,” he added.

Abili, a triple gold medalist at the 2024 National Youth Games, won two silver medals in the 50m backstroke and 100m backstroke and bronze in the 200m backstroke.

NAN reports that the IJA are 12th on the medal table with 2 gold, 5 silver and 1 bronze, with a total of 8 medals (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Joseph Edeh

NNPC Ltd. empowers 531 NYSC members with grants
Economy/Business

NNPC Ltd. empowers 531 NYSC members with grants

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By Nana Musa

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), has given N531,000 each to 531 NYSC members in a bid to make them self reliant.

The corps members were also empowered with starter packs to start their own businesses.

The items were presented to the corps members by the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NNPC Ltd., Mr Bayo Ojulari in Abuja on Thursday.

Ojulari was represented by Mr Roland Ewubare, the Group Chief Operating Officer of NNPC Ltd.

According to him, the initiative underscores NNPC Ltd’s commitment to youth development and national progress.

Ojulari described the gesture as a strategic investment in Nigeria’s future as well as a reflection of NNPCL’s values of integrity and excellence.

He praised the corps members, adding that they were selected from a highly competitive pool.

“You are exceptional candidates. We are proud to support your journey,” he said.

Ojulari urged the recipients to build purposeful businesses and uphold high standards.

“Use these resources wisely. They are seeds for your growth and transformation,” he advised.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the programme is a collaboration among NNPC Ltd. Foundation, NYSC, Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), and Kudimata Nigeria Ltd.

The aim is to improve lives through financial empowerment.

The Managing Director of NNPC Ltd. Foundation, Mrs Emmanuella Arukwe, said the project began with a focus on financial literacy.

“More than 800,000 corps members have participated since August 2023,” she said.

Arukwe said the training covered branding, funding, project viability, and more.

The 531 finalists scored at least 70 per cent to qualify after a rigorous selection process.

“Even those not selected today have gained skills to access loans and grants. This is a long-term investment in economic resilience,” she said.

Kudimata founder, Kathleen Erhimu, hailed the initiative as a milestone. “We are celebrating purpose and transformation. Our goal is to empower the youth for financial independence,” she said.

The Director-General of NYSC, Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, commended NNPC Ltd. for providing both training and tangible tools.

“Few partners offer such a complete package,” he said.

Nafiu praised the foundation’s contribution to youth entrepreneurship. “This will go a long way in helping the beneficiaries realise their business dreams,” he said.

In his remarks, the Registrar-General of CAC, Hussaini Magaji, represented by Hajiya Amina Fika, congratulated the recipients. “Your success is a testament to your resilience and creativity,” he said.

He encouraged the beneficiaries to register their businesses formally. “Take advantage of our online platforms to access funding and grow sustainable enterprises,” he urged.

One of the beneficiaries, Ozigi Faith, described the programme as life-changing. “It is our first step to financial freedom.

“Let us stay focused and make the most of it,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kamal Tayo/Ese E. Eniola Williams

NSF: Teenager Agbo wins golf gold as FCT takes 9 medals
Sports

NSF: Teenager Agbo wins golf gold as FCT takes 9 medals

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By Victor Okoye

Nigeria’s teenage golfing sensation, Grace Agbo, has made a remarkable impact at the ongoing National Sports Festival (NSF) in Ogun State, clinching gold in the ladies’ stroke play event.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Agbo secured top honours for Team FCT with a total gross score of 84, delivering a commanding performance that highlighted her rising talent.

Her victory contributed to Team FCT’s impressive medal haul, with the team securing nine medals across multiple sporting events as the championship entered its third day.

Speaking to NAN, a jubilant Agbo shared that the win was especially meaningful as it marked her first-ever gold medal at the National Sports Festival, after missing the podium at the previous edition in Asaba.

“First of all, I started from the back nine with a par on hole 10, but on hole 11, I played two over.

“I had to chip into the cup to save a 7, and played a par on hole 18, which is by far the hardest hole, I saw others play 15, 19, even 21 there.

“That motivated me to push hard for the win,” she recalled.

She expressed gratitude to her coach, Pro Dominic, as well as her uncle, Jide and friend, Janet, crediting them for their unwavering support and guidance.

“These people are the key to my victory. “I could hear their voices in my head on every hole, reminding me not to give up.

“This gold is a result of hard work, and I’m hopeful of winning more for Team FCT before the festival ends,” she said.

FCT Director of Sports, Luka Istefanus, lauded Agbo’s performance, describing it as a testament to her dedication and a source of inspiration for young Nigerian athletes.

“It’s exciting to see young athletes like Agbo excel.

“She has a bright future ahead in golf, and her success will undoubtedly motivate other young golfers in the country,” he said.

Agbo is set to compete again in the ladies’ stableford event later on Thursday, with a chance to secure another medal for her team.

NAN also reports that 11 golfers from Team FCT are participating in at least 10 different golf events at the festival.

These include eclectic, four-ball stroke play (team), and foursome stroke play (team).

Other events they are competing in include match play doubles and singles, as well as various professional formats.

So far, Team FCT has amassed three gold, two silver, and four bronze medals as the festival, which began on May 16, enters its fourth day. The event will run until May 30.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

Navy@69: CNS inaugurates worship centres in Abuja 
Defence/Security

Navy@69: CNS inaugurates worship centres in Abuja 

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, on Thursday inaugurated places of worship at the Navy town Asokoro Abuja, and advocated spiritual solutions to the security challenges bedeviling the nation.

Ogalla said the Nigerian Navy recognised the place of spiritual upliftment of its personnel, hence the need to pay attention to places of worship for both Christians and Muslims.

He said that addressing the challenges of insurgency, terrorism and other forms of threats required a whole of society approach, of which the spiritual solution was part of.

“We recognise that the challenges of insurgency, terrorism, and other forms of irregular threats that are facing us today are challenges that require a whole of society approach.

“So, while we look for the military solutions, we also believe that the spiritual solution is part of what we need to be able to surmount them.

“And these places of worship are key to shaping the minds and shaping the characters of not only our personnel but other Nigerians who use it,” he said.

The CNS called for a change of attitude to work among personnel and enhance their commitment to the fight against insurgency and terrorism, which he added were the major threats facing the nation.

He urged officers, ratings and their families to take advantage of the centres to be able to benefit from the spiritual upliftment that it was meant to provide.

The Commander, Naval Unit, Commodore Oluseyi Oladipo, said the three newly completed places of worship, include the Catholic Church, the Church of Redemption, and the Central Mosque.

Oladipo said the worship centre would serve personnel and residents of Navy Town, Admiralty and Lakeview Estates and environs as well as serve as functional nerve centres of the Directorate of Naval Chaplain Services and the Directorate of Islamic Affairs.

He said that the construction works commenced on June 17, 2019 and completed in April 2025.

According to him, the churches each have the capacity of about 1,000 worshipers with an upper gallery and conference hall, while the mosque has an estimated capacity of 1,200 worshipers comprising male and female sections.

The Director of Chaplaincy, Roman Catholic Church, Naval Headquarters, Navy Capt. Richmond Diala, thanked the naval chief for ensuring the completion of the projects.

He said the vision, generosity and faith of the CNS had not just built structures, but sanctuaries that would bless generations.

He prayed for God’s guidance, success, safety and joy, as the service continued its 69th anniversary celebration. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited Yakubu Uba

BPP, PCNGI partner on clean energy transition
Economy/Business

BPP, PCNGI partner on clean energy transition

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By Okeoghene Akubuike

The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has pledged to collaborate with the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) to support Nigeria’s clean energy transition, reduce poverty, and improve cost efficiency in public services.

Dr Adebowale Adedokun, Director-General of the BPP, made this known in a statement released by Zira Nagga, Head of Public Relations at BPP, in Abuja on Thursday.

Speaking during a courtesy visit by the PCNGI Programme Director/CEO and his team to the BPP headquarters, Adedokun emphasised the Bureau’s pivotal role in ensuring public procurement delivered value to all Nigerians.

“If the BPP fails in its mandate, every sector, including health, transportation, energy, and infrastructure, will be impacted, ultimately worsening poverty levels in Nigeria,” he said.

He added that the collaboration directly supported the first policy of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, which emphasised the use of local content and indigenous solutions to address national challenges.

Adedokun highlighted that widespread adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) across public institutions could significantly ease the financial burden on civil and public servants, and Nigerians at large.

He proposed offering special incentives to encourage citizens to convert their vehicles to CNG, thereby increasing disposable income, supporting small businesses, and improving overall quality of life.

He also stressed the importance of properly training procurement officers in public-sector procurement practices, distinct from those in the private sector, with an emphasis on compliance, professionalism, and timely service delivery.

To ensure a coordinated rollout, Adedokun called for a tripartite meeting involving the BPP, the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), and the PCNGI.

This, he said, would align policies and enhance strategic implementation.

The partnership, he added, would empower the Bureau to make better-informed procurement decisions when evaluating requests from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).

In his remarks, PCNGI Programme Director and Chief Executive Michael Oluwagbemi expressed appreciation for the BPP’s openness and leadership.

He said their visit was aimed at fostering deeper engagement and understanding of procurement frameworks, critical to the successful implementation of the CNG transition.

“As awareness of CNG continues to grow, so does the pressure on procurement systems,” Oluwagbemi noted.

He reaffirmed PCNGI’s readiness to work closely with the BPP to ensure the energy transition was both impactful and sustainable.

He also encouraged the Bureau to lead by example by converting its own fleet to CNG and promoting the initiative among its staff.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

Stakeholders call for better menstrual hygiene for girls 
Health

Stakeholders call for better menstrual hygiene for girls 

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By Justina Auta

Stakeholders have stressed the need for increased awareness and improved practices around menstrual hygiene, particularly to support better health outcomes and dignity for girls in underserved communities.

They made the call on Wednesday in Abuja ahead of the 2025 Menstrual Hygiene Day, commemorated globally every May 28 to address inequalities in menstrual health and hygiene.

The event was organised by Tabitha Cumi Foundation (TCF) under its Always Keeping Girls in School (AKGIS) project, with support from Charities Aid Foundation (CAF America).

Mrs Tayo Erinle, Executive Director of TCF, said menstrual hygiene remained a critical yet often overlooked aspect of reproductive health, especially among adolescent girls.

“Many girls live in households where no one provides sanitary pads or pays attention to that part of their lives.

“It happens monthly, and every girl deserves dignity and support,” she said.

Erinle added that more than 1,600 marginalised girls across 32 junior secondary schools in the FCT, Lagos, and Benue states were empowered through puberty education and menstrual hygiene management under the AKGIS project.

She said beneficiaries also received a one-year supply of Always sanitary pads and emergency kits.

“The project has boosted the girls’ confidence.

“Menstruation was once shrouded in secrecy, stigma, and confusion for many. Now, with access to correct information and education, they feel empowered,” she added.

Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, Mandate Secretary for the Health Services and Environment Secretariat, emphasised the importance of educating youths on reproductive health.

Represented by Dr Ruqayya Wamakko, Executive Secretary of the FCT Primary Health Care Board, she called for more sensitisation efforts to encourage young people to use health services in primary health centres.

“We give health talks, visit schools, form school clubs, and teach students how to care for themselves, maintain personal and menstrual hygiene, and stay safe,” she noted.

Mrs Nwakonye Onyirechi, Assistant Chief Investigative Officer in the Women and Children Department of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), reiterated the commission’s commitment to protecting the rights of the girl child.

“We go to schools to sensitise girls to their rights and encourage them to speak up when their rights are violated,” she said.

Dr Safiya Tamanuwa, Deputy Director of the Placement and Gender Unit at the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), commended TCF for its support toward improving the health and well-being of schoolgirls.

Highlights of the event included the distribution of sanitary pads and kits, a literary presentation, and expert-led health talks.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng.com)

Edited by Augusta Uchediunor/Abiemwense Moru

We’re working to recover proceeds of crime outside Africa – ICPC
General News

We’re working to recover proceeds of crime outside Africa – ICPC

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By Monday Ijeh

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), says they have intensified moves to recover assets outside Africa that are perceived to be proceeds of crime.

Chairman of ICPC, Dr Musa Aliyu, said this in Abuja, at a one-day stakeholders engagement on the assessment of Nigeria’s asset recovery regime.

The event was organised by the Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CFTPI), a Civil Society Organisation (CSO), and supported by Inter-Governmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA).

Aliyu said that asset recovery cannot be limited to our localities, as it had also become an international issue.

He called on the various anti-corruption agencies to synergise to fight the menace.

“No single agency can fight corruption alone, and once we are not working in synergy, we are giving corrupt people the opportunity to continue to bring problems to the country and the continent.

“The issue of asset recovery is key to the fight against corruption; the reason people engage in corruption is because they want to benefit from the proceeds of crime, so, if you deprive them of that, they become empty.

“In Africa, we are working to ensure that we come together to recover assets beyond the African continent.

“We know that Africa is a victim of illicit financial flow but the western world keeps blaming us, even when we are the victim. That is why we are strategising to work together.

“If there is any stolen asset outside the continent, it should be our collective decision to follow and recover it.

“We should work together to return assets belonging to Ghana or Gambia or any African country that were seen outside the continent,” he said.

According to Aliyu, one of the pillars of ICPC’s fight against stolen assets is recovery and the management of the proceeds of crime.

He, however, said that the commission would also begin to focus on prevention to ensure people do not even nurture the idea.

The Director-General of GIABA, Mr Edwin Harris Jr., said about 350,000 dollars have been disbursed this year to 12 civil society organisations across ECOWAS to implement programmes focusing on assets recovery and management in the region.

Harris who was represented by Dr Tim Melaye, GIABA Secretariat, said that awareness was key to discouraging people from acquiring illicit wealth.

“Our sincere expectation is that this will raise awareness, sensitise stakeholders, mobilise all partners to improve the recovery and management of illicit assets.

“Profit is the driver of financial crimes, and until we take profit out of crime, criminals will continue to increase.

“You will all agree with me that a lot of assets have been stolen from Africa, and these assets are all over the world.

“According to the President Thabo Mbeki’s report under the auspices of the United Nation’s Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), over 50 billion US Dollars was annually stolen from Africa, that was then.

“The most current and realistic amount today is staggering between 88 billion dollars and 94 billion dollars.

“Where are these monies, how do we recover them, those recovered, how do we manage them, how do we ensure that the recovered loots are not relooted? So many questions begging for answer,” Harris said.

Earlier, Dr Umar Yakubu, Executive Director, CFTPI, said that the aim of the programme was to collectively assess the current state of Nigeria’s asset recovery regime, and to identify its strengths and weaknesses.

Yakubu said that the stakeholders engagement would also explore innovative and effective strategies for improvement.

“The issue of asset recovery is not merely a legal or financial matter; it lies at the very heart of our nation’s development and the trust we strive to build between the government and its citizens.

“Illicitly acquired assets, whether stashed away in foreign lands or concealed within our borders, represent resources that could have been invested in vital sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social welfare.

“Their recovery is therefore not just about reclaiming stolen wealth, but about reclaiming opportunities for a better future for all Nigerians.

“Over the years, Nigeria has made commendable efforts in establishing a legal and institutional framework for asset recovery.

“However, the complexities involved in tracing, freezing, confiscating, and ultimately repatriating these assets are multifaceted and often fraught with challenges.

“These challenges range from intricate legal hurdles in different jurisdictions to the lack of comprehensive data and coordination among relevant agencies. This stakeholder engagement is conceived as a platform for frank and open dialogue,” Yakubu said.

He noted that a robust and efficient asset recovery regime was indispensable for deterring corruption, ensuring accountability for illicit enrichment, and ultimately fostering a culture of integrity within our public and private sectors.

Other agencies like the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, CSOs among others participated in the event which ended with a panel session.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Assets Recovery Database was unveiled by the organisers, CFTPI. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Asset integrity inspection needed to avert hazards in oil, gas sector – Expert
Oil & Gas

Asset integrity inspection needed to avert hazards in oil, gas sector – Expert

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By Emmanuella Anokam

Alfa Designs Nigeria Limited, a leading oil and gas servicing company has underscored the need for quality asset integrity inspection services in the industry, to ensure productivity and safety.

Mr Shittu Oladapo, Asset Integrity Lead, Alfa Designs Nigeria Ltd., made this known on Wednesday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Yenagoa, Bayelsa.

Oladapo spoke on the sidelines of the ongoing Nigeria Oil and Gas Opportunity Fair (NOGOF) 2025, organised by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB).

The fair which has its theme as “Driving Investment and Production Growth: Shaping a Sustainable Future for Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry through Indigenous Capacity Development”, holds from May 20 to May 22.

Oladapo described asset integrity inspection as an assessment of operational equipment/facility to achieve total reliability and safety.

“The oil and gas industry is lagging behind in terms of quality asset integrity inspection services.

“The industry needs to strengthen the integrity inspection of production equipment status to ensure reliability, durability and sustainability of oil and gas equipment/facility to avoid exposing people to dangers.”

According to him, an asset integrity management can reveal the status of an asset, in terms of integrity, wellbeing, fitness for purpose and continuous operation.

He said that oil and gas equipment and facilities required up to date integrity inspection services to enhance safety reliability and avoid unnecessary downtime.

Oladapo said that without adequate integrity inspection services, operators of oil and gas facilities could be exposed to hazards and other forms of accidents.

“They need a third party inspection company to do that, which is what Alfa Designs Nigeria Ltd. represents. We can give quality services and value at a competitive pricing,’’ he said.

He emphasised the need to engage the services of an asset integrity management companies to ensure that oil and gas equipment are up to date in terms of inspection and reliability status.

Oladapo explained that its asset integrity management system outlines the ability of an asset to perform its functions effectively while protecting health, safety and environment and also ensuring that who deliver integrity are in place.

He said there were wide range of inspection equipment used to inspect the integrity status of oil and gas industry production equipment for continuous operation.

According to him, Alfa Designs has a fleet of advanced inspection equipment in their capability, as well as competent personnel to execute the project whenever contacted.

He identified the Scorpion Biscan Crawler as a type of its advanced asset integrity inspection equipment, which could also be referred to as robotic crawler.

“A robotic crawler is used for advanced ultrasonic inspection services, basically for above ground atmospheric storage tanks, pressure vessels, process piping among others to detect corrosion.

“We have another equipment called Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL-3Di) which basically has a high probability and sensitivity for detecting corrosion and crack in storage tanks bottom plates.

“This inspection equipment has a capability for top and bottom defect discrimination, which signifies the area where the discontinuity or defect is taking place.

“The equipment has the capability to identify or detect precisely the status of the facility, issues and where the defect is occurring.

“There is complementary equipment to MFL-3Di called MFL hand scan which complements the 3Di in the area it cannot access.

“Another equipment that is very precise is Guided Wave Ultrasonic Testing equipment which is part of our advanced inspection equipment used for processing and screening of a pipe,” he said.

The expert further explained that the equipment can screen as long as 30 meters apart, both positive and negative direction of any pipe either on the surface level or below ground level.

“When your production equipment, such as process piping, pressure vessels, storage tanks, process valves (manual and pneumatic control valves), production pumps among others, have an optimal performance, you will not experience a downtime,” he added.
(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Emmanuel Afonne

Alfa Designs tasks oil firms on IT solution to curb oil theft
Oil & Gas

Alfa Designs tasks oil firms on IT solution to curb oil theft

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By Emmanuella Anokam

Alfa Designs Nigeria Limited, a leading oil and gas servicing company, has urged oil producing companies to leverage ‘Smart Con Unit’ technology, to promote safety and tackle oil theft in the country.

Mr Ikechukwu Okonkwo, Well Head Team Lead of the company, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Wednesday in Yenagoa, Bayelsa.

He spoke on the sidelines of the ongoing Nigeria Oil and Gas Opportunity Fair (NOGOF) 2025, being organised by Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB).

The fair with the theme: “Driving Investment and Production Growth: Shaping a Sustainable Future for Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry through indigenous capacity development,” holds from May 20 to May 22.

Okonkwo said to maintain safety, the company innovated the technology, with an embedded system, leveraging on the Internet of Thing (IoT), to offer a remote monitoring of a Well head pressure and environment while offering safety.

He said the ‘Smart Con Unit’ device would be installed on the oil Well head to offer automation and safety to the system.

The expert said the company upgraded the unit with an embedded system to conveniently monitor through the internet, while the conventional unit only allowed physical monitoring of pressure at the Well head at an interval.

He said that the unit which had been tasted was at its packaging stage and would be assembled soon.

The expert said having the Smart Con Unit on the Well head would help prevent oil pipeline theft by shutting down the well when there was a sudden change in operating pressure.

“As soon as the system notices a pressure drop which can be as a result of oil theft or sabotage it will automatically shut down the Well, to reduce the amount of oil loss in the oil producing facility.

“It is highly recommended and advisable for most of the oil producing facilities to have this Smart Con Unit in their Well head environment to help increase response time and intervention.

“If there’s a tamper on a flow line, this system will detect the change in the oil pressure and trip off the Well automatically from further dispensing of the oil.

“The oil exploration companies should consider having the Smart Con Unit in their oil Well to optimise production and offer safety.

“The uniqueness of this smart con unit is that it enables users to view the Well head parameters at the comfort of their offices through internet, and it provides a surveillance footprint of the Well head environment,’’ he said.

Okwnkwo said the unit could also help to keep the Well head down hole safety valve continuously open for production.

“Having this smart con unit on that Well will always detect when that down hole safety valve is losing the operational pressure.

“This smart con unit communicates with what we call a smart cloud platform that assesses foot prints, provides surveillance and keeps a data transport history,’’ he said.

He described a strainer basket, being manufactured by Alpha Design with a pure stainless material as being used in the filtration of debris from damaging most of the down hole equipment.

“It helps to offer a standard filtration of all those production to prolong the lifespan of your control equipment,’’ he said.

He further identified a Diaphragm Control Pilot (DCP) as a device that is being used in assembling and production of the core unit.

According to him, Alpha Design is now a manufacturer of this DCP because its Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) has discontinued the production of the device.

He also described the turbine meter as flow rate measurement of liquid and gases.

“The unit improves on the response time in terms of emergency on the Well because if you don’t have a smart control unit to know when things happen, the response time will be very low.

“If emergency happens, this system will shut down the well and also notify the people at the office to quickly increase response time.

“All oil well head operators highly required smart con unit at their facilities for Well head management and safety at the flow line and protection of the pipeline,’’ he said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Rabiu Sani-Ali

Youth inclusion key to Nigeria’s OGP progress – Minister
General News

Youth inclusion key to Nigeria’s OGP progress – Minister

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By Nana Musa

The Federal Government is committed to involving young people in shaping and driving national development, says the Minister of Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande.

Olawande stated this during the global Open Government Partnership (OGP) working and learning visit to Nigeria, held in Abuja on Tuesday.

 

He stated that Nigeria would continue efforts to develop the fourth National Action Plan (NAP 4) under the OGP framework.

 

Olawande explained that the global OGP has launched a strategic plan for 2023–2028 to promote transparent, accountable, and inclusive governance worldwide.

 

“We are committed to ensuring youth voices and contributions are reflected in thematic focus areas and during implementation.

 

“We value the hard work of stakeholders, youth members, partners, and the OGP-Nigeria technical working group.

 

“I’m especially proud of OGP Local Kaduna, co-chaired by a young person, and the Nigeria Youth Investment Project, supporting the youth ministry,” he stated.

 

Olawande also commended global OGP, state, and non-state actors in Nigeria for their longstanding commitment to the OGP reform process.

 

Earlier, OGP Global’s Team Lead for Partnership for Democracy and Accountability, Maureen Kariuki, spoke about the significance of the OGP mission.

 

She stressed the importance of youth inclusion in policymaking and decision-making to bring about meaningful reform.

 

“We’re here to learn what Nigeria is doing and explore ways we can support ongoing efforts.

 

“Support is key, because the partnership thrives on mutual cooperation.

 

“Nigeria has many governments and reformers, as well as strong civil society partners contributing to real change.

 

“OGP members globally learn from one another based on their unique experiences and priorities,” Kariuki said.

 

She also praised the minister and OGP-Nigeria for their notable achievements and dedication to the OGP agenda.

 

OGP National Coordinator, Dr Gloria Ahmed, also lauded the minister and global OGP partners for their continued support and contributions to the initiative. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo

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