Personality in Focus
Former FPRO, Frank Mba Completes NIPSS Course, Inducted
The immediate past Force Public Relations Officer, CP Frank Mba, has been inducted as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Local Government Public Administration, having concluded the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 44 of the National Institute of Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Jos.
The National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) learnt that the induction ceremony took place at the NIPSS auditorium on Sunday.
CP Mba, noted as one the best spokespersons to have emanated from the Nigerian Police Force, undertook the study about three months ago, and excelled, graduating with honours, and being inducted in an elaborate ceremony.
Mba, alongside five other senior police officers were nominated by the Inspector -General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, in February 2022, for the course. The others are: AIG Aisha Abubakar Baju , who was Head of Police Veterinary & Force Animal Branch; former Director, Peace Keeping Operations Department, CP Sadiq Abubakar; former Commissioner of Police, Yobe State Police Command, CP Abubakar Sahabo; CP Ebong E. Ebong of the Department of Operations, Force Headquarters and CP Arungwa of the Department of Logistics & Supply.
The officer, who is touted as a thoroughbred professional, accepted to go for the course, amid pressure to reject it. He however, remains till date, the longest serving FPRO in Nigeria.
A native of Udenu Local Government Area in Enugu State, the intelligent officer had his basic secular education before proceeding to the Nigeria Police Academy, Kano where he graduated from the academy as the best cadet inspector in academics in 1993.
A graduate of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Mba also bagged a Master’s Degree in Law at the University of Dundee, Scotland. He was the FPRO to former Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar, between 2012 and 2014. He was also the FPRO during the administration of former IGP Mohammed Adamu, between 2019 to 2021 and from 2021, to when he proceeded to NIPSS, he was the FPRO to IGP Baba.
He is a National and International Security certificate holder from Harvard University, USA, and a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Academy, Quantico, USA.
Prior to his promotion to the rank of CP on December 30, 2020, Frank Mba had served with the Nigerian Police force since 1993 when he graduated as Cadet Inspector. He had occupied different positions, earning his promotions with due diligence.
In addition to his FCPA, MBA can conveniently add mni to his name, having successful been inducted.
We, at NAOSNP, wish the super cop the best of career endeavours.
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.
