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This is highly commendable. We need developments like these to adequately tackle insecurity.

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

VP commissions Navy’s maritime security architecture providing actionable intelligence

Nigeria’s deployment of the state-of-the-art surveillance system, Falcon Eye for maritime security will save the country several billions of US dollars, while effectively degrading piracy and other crimes around the Gulf of Guinea and beyond, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, who represented the President today at the commissioning of the facility.

The surveillance facility incorporates various sensors located along the nation's enormous coastline.

According to him, “it is estimated that Nigeria loses several billions of dollars annually to various forms of criminality particularly piracy and sea robbery.”

Also, he added that on account of “the escalated risks in some of our maritime areas, insurance premiums for commercial vessels coming to these areas have risen sharply making maritime trade an unattractive proposition.

“This underscores the need to enhance our maritime security architecture. Consequently, a critical contribution of the Falcon Eye System will be the provision of actionable intelligence for curbing maritime threats to our economy.”

Prof. Osinbajo noted that “the maritime industry occupies a prominent position in the matrix of our vital economic interests and it encompasses activities ranging from fishing and resource exploration to marine research and shipping among other endeavours.

“Of all these activities, shipping stands out as a critical link in Nigeria’s international trade engagements because it is the cheapest and most efficient means of moving large volumes of goods.

“Given our economic aspirations and our commitment to international trade, ensuring the security of shipping lanes within and proximate to our waters is in our national interest.”

Emphasizing the critical nature of the surveillance system, the VP said “the Falcon Eye System will serve as a force multiplier for our naval platforms tasked to effectively secure our maritime environment from external aggression. It will also enable the Nigerian Navy to effectively combat any maritime crime that could disrupt the conduct of maritime trade.”

He observed that the Federal Government has shown clear commitment in containing emerging threats around Nigeria’s maritime domain including the assent the President gave to the Suppression of Piracy and other Maritime Offences Bill on the 24th of June 2019.

According to the Vice President, last month, the President conducted the “launch of the Integrated National Security and Waterways Protection Infrastructure, otherwise known as the Deep Blue Project. The Deep Blue Project is a maritime security initiative of the Federal Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Defence implemented by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).

“It combines air, land and sea assets with operational components constituted by the Navy as well as other branches of the Armed Forces, the security services and law enforcement.”

“Between these initiatives, we have significantly increased our national capabilities in the areas of maritime surveillance and criminal interdiction within our territorial waters.”

Earlier in separate remarks, the National Security Adviser, Maj. Gen. Babagana Monguno (rtd) and the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo said the project will enhance Nigeria’s capability to ensure the security of vessels in and around the Gulf of Guinea.

The highpoint of the occasion was the commissioning of the project’s Command and Control Centre and a real-time interaction between the Vice President and field commanders on the operations of the Falcon Eye Project.

Present at the event were the Minister of Defence, Maj. Gen. Bashir Magashi; Senate Committee Chairman on Navy, Sen. George Sekibo; House of Representatives Committee Chairman on Navy, Hon. Yusuf Gagdi; the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor; representatives of the Service Chiefs and the Inspector General of Police; among others.

Laolu Akande
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity
Office of the Vice President
13th July 2021

It was a job well done and I hope this helps their games against other opponents at the Olympics.

“Aura is an opportunity to diversify our economy, it is an opportunity to create jobs and employment, an opportunity to develop domestic tourism and leisure travel. There is nothing that has been done like this before in Nigeria and our plan is to go beyond and to Africa and take on the world”

She made a decision to resign which is honorable enough. Nigerians are insatiable.

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE 

A digital hospitality platform would not only provide a major avenue for other small businesses in the value chain to grow, but would help revive Nigeria’s hospitality industry in general, especially in the aftermath of  COVID-19 global pandemic. 

This was the summation of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, on Thursday night in Abuja where he was special guest of honour during the official launch of “Aura” by Transcorp Hotels PLC, described by its proponents as a digital platform designed to connect people to quality accommodation, great food, and awesome experiences in several places. 

At the event, which was also attended by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Femi Gbajabiamila; Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, SAN; Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige; the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Mr. Ade Ipaye, Chairman of Transcorp Group, Mr. Tony Elumelu; among other dignitaries, the Vice President stated that a digital  innovation like Aura is a welcome idea. 

In what was an immersive experience, the launching event featured delectable Nigerian cuisine, video presentations and life performances by leading Nigerian artists and celebrities including Tiwa Savage. 

Prof. Osinbajo said, “yes, there are a number of digital hospitality platforms already, but I think the unique offering here is that Transcorp, possibly Nigeria’s foremost luxury hotel, is putting its huge reputation behind the service of helping customers choose the best accommodation restaurants, and experience tours available in Nigeria. The advantages of this service are varied. 

“First, the customer can rely on the experience and judgment of world class personnel at Transcorp in choosing hotels and restaurants. Second, Transcorp helps to build other smaller hospitality businesses, and even those simply offering their apartments simply as short-let apartments, by recommending their accommodation to potential guests. 

“A Transcorp recommendation is more or less an accreditation that the accommodation or other hospitality service meets the high standards for which Transcorp is known. This is great all around and will help revive the hospitality industry, especially since the downturn in the aftermath of COVID-19.” 

The Vice President added that he found the app easy to navigate, with a copious offering of hotels, short-let apartments, experience tours. 

“They lure you into it by showing you a photo of an incredibly mouth-watering meal, and I saw a few that almost convinced me to break my fast early. So, there was an amazing looking Chicken Cheese Pizza from Barnyard lounge in Asaba, some irresistible chicken meal – a 5-star chicken - from Platino in Lagos, and some 'carry go suya' spice prawns at 355 here in Abuja. So, from the photo of the meal that takes you to the restaurant itself, you have booking options, dine-in, pick up or delivery.” 

The VP added that, “I think the feature many especially property owners will find most fascinating is the host feature; as this enables you to put up your own property. And there are terms and conditions you need to meet for your property to be accepted. Same for whatever other entertainment facility you may wish to put out there for letting.” 

Prof. Osinbajo commended the Transcorp team, including Mr. Elumelu; Group CEO of Transcorp, Mrs. Owen Omogiafo; and CEO of Transcorp Hotels, Mrs. Dupe Olusola; for designing such digital platform at this time. 

“This is an excellent innovation, a service that leverages smoothly on technology and one that will be a tremendous boost to the hospitality industry as a whole.  And because I have checked it out myself, I can say that my Aura experience has been quite good,” he stated. 

In her remarks, Mrs. Olusola noted that, “Aura is a digital hospitality platform that gives the opportunity to all our stakeholders and guests to actually be able to book accommodation and experiences just at their fingertips. 

"Aura is an opportunity for us to diversify our economy, an opportunity to create jobs and employment, and to develop domestic tourism and leisure travel.”

Laolu Akande
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity
Office of the Vice President
9th July, 2021

He has over 40publications. Some publications are internationally recognised and there are few other Professors that didn't bag a Phd as well. Quit chasing clout.

That's humility redefined. The lady holding that umbrella seem tired and she's too short to hold an umbrella for someone that tall.

I think it's very important to reintroduce history into our curriculum in schools. It will help political awareness and involvement. We need youths with knowledge of governance.

This will help the Nigerian economy a whole lot by providing jobs, boosting income.

The support this administration has given MSMEs has been great. MSMEs contribute a whole lot to economic growth.

I have said this before, majority of the people on NL don't read to understand, after 3lines Gbam! Conclusion! I want the incoming president to be who we all know as intelligent, hardworking and accountable. He is more than qualified to do the job and I believe in him so much.

Its important for the youths to raise and be politically active in Nigeria in order to secure the future. Youths can support another youth to contest and win an election to bring about the change we all desire.

MadamExcellency:
Which mumu talk be this?

Social media has elevated more than 10% of Nigerian Youths out of poverty which the government of Buhari /Osibanjo has no clue on how to tackle.

Without social media Nigerian Youths will be in darkness.

The words in that piece weren't so complicated. It covers a wider sense than what you typed. Vote and effect a general change, in every area, youths can support another youth to contest and win an election.

Albertone:
Make potopoto dey commot for VP mouth!
No be shame be that?A whole vp, professor and pastor!

I love the seas

Its a pity you understand nothing.

JohnPortar:
Twitter changed my life.

I earn 6 figures (when converted to Naira) on Twitter every single month.

Look, nobody is arguing that with you. Read and understand properly. With the six figures, what have done to help others or the community around you? That's what they're saying, a general change that brings positivity to everyone.

Bifwoli:
But YouTube and other social media has changed he lives of many Africans...including Tayo Aina,Wode Maya ,Virtue Grace and Linda Ikeji does even better.

Look, these are individuals o. The subject matter covers a wider scope of general change that includes everyone in Nigeria.

sulaak:
...and what changes have those in power done for Nigeria...poverty capital of the world.

Isn't that the essence of the post? To join politics and push for change?

We are better united than divided. We need active participation of youths in politics to bring about the change we so desire. Unfortunately, celebrated individuals that have pushed for change haven't done that on social media. This is something they never want to hear.

Youths need to be politically aware of the situation of affairs in the country.

It will be a good step because we know how intelligent Prof Osinbajo is and the quality of leadership we witnessed when he was acting president.

I want a capable president come 2023. Let's wait and see the aspirants before these political permutations and probabilities. We should vote a capable hand irrespective of ethnicity and religious belief.

Unfortunately, Nigerians criticize without knowledge. They're blinded by tribal, religious sentiments. For me, Prof Osinbajo has been the best so far.

Comprehension is a problem now. He said, "Lagos is a microcosm of Nigeria. Everybody is here. If things work out well here, things will be okay in the country". What's so hard to understand? Lagos is a microcosm? Lovely speech Sir.

Unity is all that is needed in Nigeria to make progress faster. Also, traditional rulers are very important in communities as they wield high influence and are highly respected.

This is very commendable from her. Good job! Some people are natural dummies, she has done something very lovely and got applauded for it but somehow its pastor rolling with certificate forger? Lol! Dullards! They don't know anything!

Dr Damages is highly unreliableunreliable with his fake, misleading stories and poor facts.Meanwhile, lots of people gulp his crap without trying to find out what is and what's not.

The Governor of Ibadan should address that, his constitutional role is to protect lives and property of the people in the state. Bringing the VP up here is baseless, it shows you know nothing about the VP's constitutional duties.

Pure gibberish. OP is a drunk, knows nothing about the constitutional roles of a VP, sounds like an ethnic bigot. This post should be shut.

He has always made his stand known but each time he speaks Nigerians laugh his comments off and now they're shouting that he is quiet?

Humans are unbelievable and can never be satisfied. When he speaks, you lot abuse him but he is quiet now and you all still run your mouth. Nawa!

This is false! It is a fake news and the OP knows except he is too dull to reason for himself. Share the link to a video where he made that statement.