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Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, Endorses Ugwuanyi for Senate
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Abdulateef Bamgbose
The Ohaneze youth council world wide , Enugu branch has unanimously pledged their support to Governor ifeanyi UGWUANYI, of Enugu to run for the senate in 2023.
The President of the Council Maxi Okwu Nnabuike disclosed this at press conference in Enugu to address the challenges facing the youths in the South- east and Nigeria ahead the 2023 general election.
Maxi Nnabike said that governor Ugwanyi as governor has contributed to the uplifting and development of Youth in the South – east compared to other governor’s in the South -east region.
He made this known while guiding Nigerian youths against the pitfall of the past
“In four months, Nigerians will go to the polls to elect a fresh crop of leaders from the State to the National level. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, over 90 million voters will take this all important decision across the country. There is also no doubt that the youth demography represents the highest percentage of the voting population. This is why we find it very important to address our people and chart a way forward ahead of the election”
“There is no doubt that Nigeria is presently at a crossroads, with the masses at the receiving end of the activities of the failed government in power. There is no other word to describe the performance of the present government except- failure. It is manifest in every indices, everyone could feel and smell the collapse in the economy, security and infrastructure. Hunger is at the peak, to the highest ebb ever as though the country is fighting a war or is being faced by a volcanic eruption. What this means is that Nigerians have to be very careful as they make a choice of who succeeds the incumbent administration. It is a choice that would rather rescue or bury the country finally. Nigeria is no longer sick but comatose, desirous of a miracle. We urge the youths to be circumspect in taking their final decision. Our future depends on whatever decision we take ahead of the 2023 election. It is not enough to collect peanuts and mortgage our future further for another 4 years and above.”
” In Enugu State, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide wishes to state that they are pleased with the Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi-led Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. The Coal City State has been a PDP State since 1999 and there is clear evidence of progression in the growth of the State. Also, as the current Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has remembered the youths more than any other administration before it, in terms of appointments. Youths have a true sense of belonging in the State, coupled with the peace and security that has pervaded the State for the past seven years. Infrastructure has also not been left behind, with evidence here and there. We are aware of the desperate efforts by some elements to infiltrate the State and we have earlier warned that we would no longer tolerate the laxity from security operatives. Influx of criminal killer herdsmen into Enugu State must be checkmated. ”
“Having said that, we make bold to say that the Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has our total support and endorsement as he aims to move to the Senate in 2023. We are sure of his capacity to deliver and protect the interest of the youth constituency. We have endorsed him for the Enugu North Senatorial contest and hereby ask all the youths and Ndi Enugu North Senatorial District electorate to give him their maximum support by voting en-mass for him come February, 2023. There is no doubt in our mind that he will give the people true and quality representation.
We have also assessed the contestants for the Enugu West Senatorial District and our collective stand is that Engr. Osita Ngwu is the right man for the job. We hereby endorse him and ask Ndi Enugu West Senatorial District to come out en-mass and vote for him massively.
Similarly, we are also in support of the Governor’s choice of successor, in the person of Barr. Peter Mbah. With his track record in Pinnacle Oil, Mbah has the competence Enugu needs at this point in history. Having listened to his manifesto presentation, we are convinced that he is prepared for the job unlike other candidates who are just depending on one thing or the other. At a time the country’s economy is not looking any better, Enugu needs an astute business administrator to navigate through the situation and place the State on a global world map. We have such a figure in Peter Mbah. We congratulate him on the successful completion and commissioning of the $1bn Pinnacle Oil & Gas petroleum product terminal at the Free Trade Zone in Lekki, Lagos, by President Muhammadu Buhari. This monumental project is in the heart of the nation’s economy. We use this medium to appeal to our illustrious son, Barr. Peter Mbah to grant qualified Igbo youths some employment slots in the company to reduce unemployment among Igbo youths. ”
The group also endorsed the people Democratic Party ( PDP) , for the general elections saying that “Having said this, we hereby endorse the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the 2023 general elections in Enugu State. We took this decision having been satisfied with the party’s achievements in the State since 1999 and the calibre of candidates it has lined up for the elections
The group expressed concern over the violence that characterized the political campaign in Ebonyi, while calling on security agents to wade in by restoring peace in the state
” We want to express our concern over the level of political violence in Ebonyi State. This is not good at all as it negates all that democracy represents. We urge the Governor of the State to rein in the Ebubeagu security operatives and make sure they are stopped from harassing members of the opposition political parties in the State. Opposition parties should be given air of freedom to operate in line with the hallmarks of democracy, just like in Enugu State where no member of the opposition is being molested. ”
OHANAEZE NDIGBO YOUTH COUNCIL WORLDWIDE, ENDORSES UGWUANYI FOR SENATE
Abdulateef Bamgbose
The Ohaneze youth council world wide , Enugu branch has unanimously pledged their support to Governor ifeanyi UGWUANYI, of Enugu to run for the senate in 2023.
The President of the Council Maxi Okwu Nnabuike disclosed this at press conference in Enugu to address the challenges facing the youths in the South- east and Nigeria ahead the 2023 general election.
Maxi Nnabike said that governor Ugwanyi as governor has contributed to the uplifting and development of Youth in the South – east compared to other governor’s in the South -east region.
He made this known while guiding Nigerian youths against the pitfall of the past
“In four months, Nigerians will go to the polls to elect a fresh crop of leaders from the State to the National level. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, over 90 million voters will take this all important decision across the country. There is also no doubt that the youth demography represents the highest percentage of the voting population. This is why we find it very important to address our people and chart a way forward ahead of the election”
“There is no doubt that Nigeria is presently at a crossroads, with the masses at the receiving end of the activities of the failed government in power. There is no other word to describe the performance of the present government except- failure. It is manifest in every indices, everyone could feel and smell the collapse in the economy, security and infrastructure. Hunger is at the peak, to the highest ebb ever as though the country is fighting a war or is being faced by a volcanic eruption. What this means is that Nigerians have to be very careful as they make a choice of who succeeds the incumbent administration. It is a choice that would rather rescue or bury the country finally. Nigeria is no longer sick but comatose, desirous of a miracle. We urge the youths to be circumspect in taking their final decision. Our future depends on whatever decision we take ahead of the 2023 election. It is not enough to collect peanuts and mortgage our future further for another 4 years and above.”
” In Enugu State, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide wishes to state that they are pleased with the Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi-led Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. The Coal City State has been a PDP State since 1999 and there is clear evidence of progression in the growth of the State. Also, as the current Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has remembered the youths more than any other administration before it, in terms of appointments. Youths have a true sense of belonging in the State, coupled with the peace and security that has pervaded the State for the past seven years. Infrastructure has also not been left behind, with evidence here and there. We are aware of the desperate efforts by some elements to infiltrate the State and we have earlier warned that we would no longer tolerate the laxity from security operatives. Influx of criminal killer herdsmen into Enugu State must be checkmated. ”
“Having said that, we make bold to say that the Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has our total support and endorsement as he aims to move to the Senate in 2023. We are sure of his capacity to deliver and protect the interest of the youth constituency. We have endorsed him for the Enugu North Senatorial contest and hereby ask all the youths and Ndi Enugu North Senatorial District electorate to give him their maximum support by voting en-mass for him come February, 2023. There is no doubt in our mind that he will give the people true and quality representation.
We have also assessed the contestants for the Enugu West Senatorial District and our collective stand is that Engr. Osita Ngwu is the right man for the job. We hereby endorse him and ask Ndi Enugu West Senatorial District to come out en-mass and vote for him massively.
Similarly, we are also in support of the Governor’s choice of successor, in the person of Barr. Peter Mbah. With his track record in Pinnacle Oil, Mbah has the competence Enugu needs at this point in history. Having listened to his manifesto presentation, we are convinced that he is prepared for the job unlike other candidates who are just depending on one thing or the other. At a time the country’s economy is not looking any better, Enugu needs an astute business administrator to navigate through the situation and place the State on a global world map. We have such a figure in Peter Mbah. We congratulate him on the successful completion and commissioning of the $1bn Pinnacle Oil & Gas petroleum product terminal at the Free Trade Zone in Lekki, Lagos, by President Muhammadu Buhari. This monumental project is in the heart of the nation’s economy. We use this medium to appeal to our illustrious son, Barr. Peter Mbah to grant qualified Igbo youths some employment slots in the company to reduce unemployment among Igbo youths. ”
The group also endorsed the people Democratic Party ( PDP) , for the general elections saying that “Having said this, we hereby endorse the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the 2023 general elections in Enugu State. We took this decision having been satisfied with the party’s achievements in the State since 1999 and the calibre of candidates it has lined up for the elections
The group expressed concern over the violence that characterized the political campaign in Ebonyi, while calling on security agents to wade in by restoring peace in the state
” We want to express our concern over the level of political violence in Ebonyi State. This is not good at all as it negates all that democracy represents. We urge the Governor of the State to rein in the Ebubeagu security operatives and make sure they are stopped from harassing members of the opposition political parties in the State. Opposition parties should be given air of freedom to operate in line with the hallmarks of democracy, just like in Enugu State where no member of the opposition is being molested. ”
OHANAEZE NDIGBO YOUTH COUNCIL WORLDWIDE, ENDORSES UGWUANYI FOR SENATE
Abdulateef Bamgbose
The Ohaneze youth council world wide , Enugu branch has unanimously pledged their support to Governor ifeanyi UGWUANYI, of Enugu to run for the senate in 2023.
The President of the Council Maxi Okwu Nnabuike disclosed this at press conference in Enugu to address the challenges facing the youths in the South- east and Nigeria ahead the 2023 general election.
Maxi Nnabike said that governor Ugwanyi as governor has contributed to the uplifting and development of Youth in the South – east compared to other governor’s in the South -east region.
He made this known while guiding Nigerian youths against the pitfall of the past
“In four months, Nigerians will go to the polls to elect a fresh crop of leaders from the State to the National level. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, over 90 million voters will take this all important decision across the country. There is also no doubt that the youth demography represents the highest percentage of the voting population. This is why we find it very important to address our people and chart a way forward ahead of the election”
“There is no doubt that Nigeria is presently at a crossroads, with the masses at the receiving end of the activities of the failed government in power. There is no other word to describe the performance of the present government except- failure. It is manifest in every indices, everyone could feel and smell the collapse in the economy, security and infrastructure. Hunger is at the peak, to the highest ebb ever as though the country is fighting a war or is being faced by a volcanic eruption. What this means is that Nigerians have to be very careful as they make a choice of who succeeds the incumbent administration. It is a choice that would rather rescue or bury the country finally. Nigeria is no longer sick but comatose, desirous of a miracle. We urge the youths to be circumspect in taking their final decision. Our future depends on whatever decision we take ahead of the 2023 election. It is not enough to collect peanuts and mortgage our future further for another 4 years and above.”
” In Enugu State, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide wishes to state that they are pleased with the Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi-led Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. The Coal City State has been a PDP State since 1999 and there is clear evidence of progression in the growth of the State. Also, as the current Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has remembered the youths more than any other administration before it, in terms of appointments. Youths have a true sense of belonging in the State, coupled with the peace and security that has pervaded the State for the past seven years. Infrastructure has also not been left behind, with evidence here and there. We are aware of the desperate efforts by some elements to infiltrate the State and we have earlier warned that we would no longer tolerate the laxity from security operatives. Influx of criminal killer herdsmen into Enugu State must be checkmated. ”
“Having said that, we make bold to say that the Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has our total support and endorsement as he aims to move to the Senate in 2023. We are sure of his capacity to deliver and protect the interest of the youth constituency. We have endorsed him for the Enugu North Senatorial contest and hereby ask all the youths and Ndi Enugu North Senatorial District electorate to give him their maximum support by voting en-mass for him come February, 2023. There is no doubt in our mind that he will give the people true and quality representation.
We have also assessed the contestants for the Enugu West Senatorial District and our collective stand is that Engr. Osita Ngwu is the right man for the job. We hereby endorse him and ask Ndi Enugu West Senatorial District to come out en-mass and vote for him massively.
Similarly, we are also in support of the Governor’s choice of successor, in the person of Barr. Peter Mbah. With his track record in Pinnacle Oil, Mbah has the competence Enugu needs at this point in history. Having listened to his manifesto presentation, we are convinced that he is prepared for the job unlike other candidates who are just depending on one thing or the other. At a time the country’s economy is not looking any better, Enugu needs an astute business administrator to navigate through the situation and place the State on a global world map. We have such a figure in Peter Mbah. We congratulate him on the successful completion and commissioning of the $1bn Pinnacle Oil & Gas petroleum product terminal at the Free Trade Zone in Lekki, Lagos, by President Muhammadu Buhari. This monumental project is in the heart of the nation’s economy. We use this medium to appeal to our illustrious son, Barr. Peter Mbah to grant qualified Igbo youths some employment slots in the company to reduce unemployment among Igbo youths. ”
The group also endorsed the people Democratic Party ( PDP) , for the general elections saying that “Having said this, we hereby endorse the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the 2023 general elections in Enugu State. We took this decision having been satisfied with the party’s achievements in the State since 1999 and the calibre of candidates it has lined up for the elections
The group expressed concern over the violence that characterized the political campaign in Ebonyi, while calling on security agents to wade in by restoring peace in the state
” We want to express our concern over the level of political violence in Ebonyi State. This is not good at all as it negates all that democracy represents. We urge the Governor of the State to rein in the Ebubeagu security operatives and make sure they are stopped from harassing members of the opposition political parties in the State. Opposition parties should be given air of freedom to operate in line with the hallmarks of democracy, just like in Enugu State where no member of the opposition is being molested. “
A civil society organisation, Citizens for Good Governance, Rule of Law & Anti-Corruption Initiative, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to GUO Logistics, demanding immediate engagement with the families of victims of a fatal road accident that reportedly claimed five lives and left several others critically injured.
The organisation, in a statement signed by its Director-General, Comr. Danesi Momoh Prince, expressed sorrow and outrage over the accident, which occurred at about 3:30 a.m. on August 28, 2026, involving a Toyota Hiace bus conveying more than 23 passengers from Gombe State to Lagos State.
According to the statement, the accident occurred after a truck reportedly belonging to GUO Logistics rammed into the passenger bus, resulting in the deaths of five persons, including students travelling to Lagos for their mandatory industrial training.
The deceased were identified as Isiyaku Sa’idu, Maigana Mohammed, popularly known as Abbati, Anas Abubakar, reportedly the driver of the bus, Zaiyanu Bajoga and Abubakar Ibrahim.
Describing the incident as devastating, the organisation said the victims were Nigerians pursuing education, employment and better opportunities, adding that the tragedy had cut short the dreams and aspirations of the deceased while leaving other passengers fighting for survival.
It called on GUO Logistics to demonstrate genuine concern for the victims and their families, warning that corporate reputation must not take precedence over human lives.
The group also expressed concern over allegations that efforts were being made to protect the company’s public image rather than adequately address the suffering of the victims and their families.
It consequently demanded that the management of GUO Logistics, within 72 hours, establish immediate contact with the families of the deceased and injured passengers through available passenger manifests, booking records and other travel documentation.
Other demands include urgent assistance for survivors, engagement with medical facilities to address their healthcare needs, and discussions with bereaved families on appropriate support and compensation in accordance with applicable laws and the outcome of investigations.
The organisation further demanded a public statement from the company outlining the steps being taken to address the incident, including an official communication channel through which affected families could seek assistance.
It also urged GUO Logistics to cooperate fully with relevant authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident and ensure that all applicable legal responsibilities were addressed.
Clarifying the purpose of the ultimatum, the group said it was demanding immediate engagement and demonstrable humanitarian support, not the conclusion of a comprehensive accident investigation within three days.
The organisation warned that failure by the company to demonstrate meaningful engagement within the stipulated period could trigger nationwide mass picketing of its offices and operational facilities.
It said it would consider mobilising concerned citizens and relevant stakeholders for peaceful and lawful protests at GUO offices across the country, subject to applicable legal requirements.
The group also threatened to petition relevant regulatory and law enforcement authorities to ensure that the incident received the necessary attention.
While acknowledging that the precise circumstances of the accident and legal responsibility must be established through a thorough investigation, the organisation maintained that immediate humanitarian assistance to the survivors and their families should not be delayed.
It called on relevant government authorities, civil society organisations, student bodies and well-meaning Nigerians to support efforts to secure assistance for the injured and accountability for the lives lost.
The statement reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to monitoring developments and engaging relevant stakeholders to ensure that the victims and their families were not forgotten.
“Our position is unequivocal: human lives must never be sacrificed at the altar of corporate reputation. The dead deserve dignity, the injured deserve urgent assistance, and the bereaved families deserve answers,” the statement said.
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FG Borrowing Justified By Huge Investment In Infrastructure, Improvements in Security Sector – Opposition Rep Agbese
Hon. Philip Agbese, Labour Party leader in Benue State and member representing Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency, has strongly defended the Federal Government’s proposed $21.7 billion supplementary external borrowing plan.
According to Agbese, the funds are fully justified by the Tinubu administration’s massive investments in critical infrastructure and the gains recorded in the security sector.
The lawmaker described the borrowing as strategic financing for productive national assets rather than consumption spending.
Speaking against the backdrop of intense public debate over the 2026-2027 external borrowing proposal, the opposition figure argued that Nigerians must look beyond partisan lenses and assess the tangible returns already visible across roads, power, rail and defence.
He noted that the plan prioritises productive assets rather than consumption, aligning with the administration’s broader Renewed Hope agenda of rebuilding national capacity after years of underinvestment.
“This is not borrowing for the sake of borrowing. It is investment in the future of Nigeria,” Agbese stated.
“When you look at the allocation—over $10 billion for transport infrastructure alone, including the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway and key rail corridors—you see a government deliberately creating assets that will generate long-term economic value far exceeding the cost of the loans.”
He continued: “The same applies to the significant portion dedicated to defence and security. Any serious nation prioritises the safety of its citizens.
“The Federal Government is putting resources behind the men and women in uniform so they can finish the job against bandits, terrorists and kidnappers.”
Agbese further highlighted the administration’s track record of project delivery under the Ministry of Works, citing the accelerated completion of major sections of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano highway using durable concrete pavement, the commissioning of initial segments of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, and hundreds of other road projects completed or advanced nationwide.
He pointed to parallel progress in the power sector, including approvals for East and West Super Grids aimed at raising transmission capacity dramatically, as evidence that borrowed funds are being channelled into real, visible development.
The lawmaker stressed that states and the Federal Capital Territory stand to benefit substantially from the package, with a sizeable share earmarked for subnational projects on largely concessional terms.
According to him, this structure ensures that the borrowing strengthens the federation rather than concentrating benefits solely at the centre.
“Look at what has been achieved in just over three years: major highways moving from paper to asphalt and concrete, rail lines advancing, and power infrastructure receiving the attention it has long been denied,” Agbese said.
“That is why the borrowing is justified. On security, the Armed Forces have recorded significant operational successes—neutralising thousands of terrorists and bandits, facilitating large-scale surrenders, and rescuing abducted citizens.
“Continued investment is necessary to consolidate these gains and expand the capacity of our security agencies,” he added.
Turning to the terms of the proposed financing, Agbese noted that a substantial portion comes from multilateral and bilateral partners at concessional rates, while commercial components remain competitive relative to previous market conditions.
He dismissed critics who focus solely on the headline figure without examining the quality of the underlying projects or the improved fiscal space created by earlier reforms such as subsidy removal.
The Benue lawmaker argued that opposition to the plan on purely political grounds ignores the infrastructure deficit inherited by the current administration and the urgent need to close it if Nigeria is to achieve sustainable growth and improved living standards.
He called on colleagues across party lines to prioritise national interest when the National Assembly considers the request.
“Every progressive country borrows to build. What matters is whether the money creates lasting assets and strengthens national security. On both counts, this plan passes the test,” Agbese declared.
“We in the opposition must be honest enough to acknowledge progress where it exists. The people of Ado, Okpokwu and Ogbadibo, like Nigerians everywhere, want better roads, reliable power and safer communities.
“The Federal Government is taking concrete steps in that direction, and supporting the necessary financing is the responsible thing to do,” he concluded.
The Federal Government has honoured the Executive Chairman of Miden Systems Limited, Dr. Brendan Innocent Usoro, with the Excellence in Corporate Governance and Business Integrity Award for his commitment to ethical leadership, transparency and business development.
Usoro received the award on Wednesday at the Nigerian Press Council (NPC) National Summit on Curbing Fake News and Misinformation in the Nigerian Media Space, held at NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja.
The summit, organised by the Nigerian Press Council under the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, brought together media practitioners, policymakers, government officials, corporate executives, security agencies and other stakeholders to discuss strategies for combating misinformation and strengthening responsible journalism.
The award recognised Usoro’s contributions to corporate governance and responsible business practices, alongside other distinguished Nigerians honoured for their achievements in leadership, public service and professional excellence.
Speaking at the event, Usoro warned that fake news and misinformation had become serious threats to national security, democratic stability, business confidence and peaceful coexistence, particularly as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections.
He expressed concern over the growing use of artificial intelligence to generate fabricated audio recordings, manipulate videos and produce misleading reports, noting that such developments had made it increasingly difficult for the public to distinguish credible information from deliberate falsehoods.
According to him, the misuse of artificial intelligence for disinformation requires a coordinated response involving government institutions, media organisations, technology companies and citizens.
Usoro observed that misinformation had extended beyond political campaigns and electoral activities to become a tool for damaging reputations, undermining businesses and creating unnecessary tension in society.
“People use false information to de-market their political opponents, competitors’ products and services, as well as create tension in the polity,” he said.
He warned that the consequences could be far-reaching, including the erosion of public trust, the escalation of ethnic and religious tensions, and the manipulation of citizens’ democratic choices.
The Miden Systems chairman also raised concerns about the potential impact of deepfake technology and coordinated online disinformation campaigns on public confidence in political leaders and democratic institutions ahead of the 2027 elections.
On the business implications of misinformation, Usoro disclosed that Miden Systems Limited had experienced what he described as the damaging effects of false information.
He alleged that the company and its executives had been targeted following a financial dispute with a commercial bank, highlighting the potential consequences of misinformation for corporate reputation and business operations.
To address the challenge, Usoro urged Nigerians to verify information before sharing it, particularly sensational messages, photographs and videos circulated on social media platforms.
He recommended the use of independent fact-checking organisations, including Dubawa, to establish the authenticity of reports before they are disseminated.
He also called for improved training for journalists and fact-checkers, as well as greater access to artificial intelligence-assisted verification tools to help identify and debunk false information more quickly.
Usoro further urged technology companies and relevant regulatory agencies, including the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), to strengthen collaboration against malicious synthetic media.
He, however, stressed that efforts to combat misinformation must not undermine press freedom, freedom of expression or legitimate criticism.
Speaking on the company’s operations, Usoro said Miden Systems Limited was established in 1997 and had evolved from providing safety and equipment maintenance services into a diversified business offering marine services, logistics, offshore and onshore facility upgrades, maintenance and management.
He said the company had expanded its operations to undertake major term contracts in the oil and gas industry, providing services to several organisations, including the Pipelines and Products Marketing Company, Renaissance Africa Energy Company, ExxonMobil, Nigeria LNG Limited, Warri Refinery and Petrochemical Company, Port Harcourt Refinery Company, Addax Petroleum and Nigerian Agip Oil Company.
According to him, the company’s growth has been driven by its commitment to service delivery and the maintenance of long-standing relationships with clients.
Expressing appreciation to the Federal Government and the Nigerian Press Council for the recognition, Usoro said the award reflected the values underpinning the company’s operations.
He reaffirmed Miden Systems Limited’s commitment to ethical conduct, transparency and integrity in its business dealings both in Nigeria and internationally.
“We remain committed to ethical, honest and transparent business transactions at all levels of our operations,” he said.
Earlier, the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Press Council, Dr. Dili Ezughah, said the summit was designed to strengthen Nigeria’s media ecosystem, promote responsible journalism and improve the capacity of media professionals to combat misinformation.
Ezughah said the initiative was particularly important as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections, warning that fake news, propaganda and misinformation could undermine democratic processes if left unchecked.
He explained that the summit provided a platform for media practitioners, policymakers, lawmakers, corporate organisations, civil society groups, security agencies and development partners to examine the challenges posed by misinformation and develop practical solutions.
He added that the award ceremony was intended to recognise outstanding contributions to ethical journalism, media leadership, corporate governance and responsible business practices.
Also speaking, the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, represented by his Special Adviser on Intelligence, Musa Likita, described fake news and misinformation as serious threats to national security, democratic governance and peaceful coexistence.
Musa noted that the rapid spread of information through traditional media, digital platforms and social networks had expanded opportunities for public participation and accountability but had also created avenues for manipulating public opinion, inciting hostility and spreading falsehoods.
He warned that fabricated reports, manipulated photographs, deceptive audio recordings and misleading videos could trigger confusion, provoke violence and weaken public confidence in legitimate institutions.
The minister called on media organisations, government institutions and citizens to work together to curb the spread of false information.
Similarly, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, represented by Dr. Haruna Suleiman, emphasised the importance of timely, accurate and transparent public communication in preventing speculation and countering false narratives.
Idris urged media organisations to strengthen editorial oversight, verify information sources and promptly correct errors.
He also called on technology companies to address the misuse of their platforms, while advocating increased media and information literacy across schools, universities, communities and public institutions.
According to him, equipping citizens with the skills to question sensational claims, verify sources and recognise manipulated content would help build a more informed society.
The minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to credible public communication, responsible information sharing and the promotion of an informed citizenry.
He urged participants to develop practical recommendations that would protect press freedom, strengthen professional standards and encourage cooperation in confronting misinformation.
Other recipients of awards at the summit included Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule; Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa; Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris; Barrister Obioma Success Akagburuonye; Senator Emmanuel Bwacha; and Dr. Yakubu Barde, Federal Commissioner for Salaries, Income and Wages, among others.
The summit ended with a call for stronger collaboration among government institutions, media organisations, businesses and citizens to promote credible information, safeguard reputations and strengthen public trust.
Participants stressed the need for collective action to address the growing threat of misinformation while protecting press freedom and professional standards as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections.
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