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Eze Aro Eberechukwu Oji to Speak at World Bank/IMF Endorsed Event in US
The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and the AfriCaribbean Diaspora Alliance (ADA) have jointly invited Eze Aro, His Eminence Engr. Dr Eberechukwu Oji, to feature on the high-level panel of experts to address issues around energy transition currently holding on the margins of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund Fall Meetings.
The World Bank/IMF meeting is holding in Washington, DC, USA.
In the letter dated October 18, 2024, the President and CEO of Corporate Council on Africa, Florizelle B. Liser, respectfully requested Eze Eberechukwu Oji to participate in the “Powering Africa: Financing Gas-Powered Solutions: Fueling Sustainable Growth” Forum, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Eze Eberechukwu Oji, in his capacity as the Chair/CEO of Eastwise Ventures Limited, will join the high-level panel, and specifically speak on the topic: “LNG Investment: Local Projects with a Global Impact.”
The Arochukwu first class monarch, an expert in energy matters, will be joined by other distinguished speakers including the Senior Vice President, African Development Bank Group, Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade, and the Minister of Energy and Oil, Islamic Republic of Mauritania, H.E Mohamed Ould Khaled.
The forum will focus on the multiplier effects of leveraging Africa’s natural gas resources, as well as the investment opportunities and challenges in this dynamic sector.
CCA is the premier business organization focused exclusively on promoting greater U.S-Africa business partnerships and engagements.
Member companies represent a diverse pool of industries active in Africa’s most promising sectors including agribusiness, energy, finance, health, ICT, infrastructure, and security.
The AfriCaribbean Diaspora Alliance, on its own, is dedicated to building an economically vibrant and inter-connected regional partnership that promotes trade, investment, and shared prosperity between Africa, the Caribbean, and the Diaspora.
A former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lt Gen. Jeremiah Useni (retd), is dead.
He passed away on Thursday at the age of 82 after a protracted illness.
His death was announced in a statement issued in Jos by Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs to Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang.
He described the of the former Minister and Quarter Master General of the Nigerian Army as a tremendous loss not only to his immediate family but also to the Nigerian Armed Forces, Plateau State, and the entire nation.
Highlighting the roles played by the late army general, Governor Mutfwang noted that he left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s security and political landscape with his tireless efforts to promote peace and security, especially in Northern Nigeria and Plateau State.
The governor prayed that god grants the family, plateau state, and the nation the strength and fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss, and also asked for God’s divine presence to comfort and provide solace in the days ahead.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Kayode Opeifa as the Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC).
Dr. Opeifa, a renowned transportation expert and former Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, is celebrated for his transformative policies that redefined public transport and traffic management in one of Africa’s busiest cities.
During his tenure as Commissioner, Dr. Opeifa introduced reforms that significantly eased traffic congestion, improved public transportation systems, and laid a solid foundation for Lagos State’s rapid urban growth.
His expertise extended to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), where he served as Transport Secretary, implementing forward-thinking policies that enhanced mobility in the nation’s capital.
In his new role, Dr. Opeifa is expected to spearhead the modernization of Nigeria’s railway network, a critical infrastructure component for the nation’s economic advancement.
Industry stakeholders have expressed optimism about his appointment, highlighting his extensive experience in transportation planning and infrastructure development as assets for implementing sustainable solutions.
“This is a timely and commendable appointment,” noted one transportation expert. “Dr. Opeifa’s deep understanding of Nigeria’s transportation challenges makes him the ideal candidate to drive meaningful reforms in the railway sector.”
The Tinubu administration’s decision underscores its commitment to appointing competent professionals to execute its Renewed Hope agenda. With Dr. Opeifa at the helm, there is growing anticipation that the NRC will achieve improved connectivity, efficiency, and broader contributions to national development.
News of the early departure of Mr Ahmad Farroukh from the telecom giant Globacom suggests that he has been eased out in a shakeup by the management, according to an investigation.
“Ahmad Farroukh failed to meet up to expectations within his probationary period and he was politely asked to resign…” said an impeccable source.
“Despite the shake-up, Globacom’s commitment to innovation and expansion continues, reinforcing its competitive edge in a rapidly evolving telecom landscape..” the source further told us.
A former CEO of MTN Nigeria from 2006 to 2010, Farroukh joined Glo in October last year.
