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Betta Edu Asks NPC To Provide Accurate Data For Humanitarian Interventions

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1 year ago

November 7, 2023

Betta Edu, the minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, has asked the National Population Commission (NPC) to provide accurate data that will aid the ministry in planning humanitarian interventions across Nigeria.

Edu spoke on Monday when she met with the NPC management led by Nasir Kwara, the commission’s chairperson, in Abuja.

The minister said the data will help in planning and implementation of the ministry’s mandate of lifting millions of Nigerians out of poverty in line with President Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda.

“We have the chairman and the entire team from the NPC here in the ministry seeking collaboration. You are important to us in terms of data for the delivery of our mandate,” Edu said.

“And of course which is the renewed hope agenda by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, they are strong partners in the implementation of our mandate.

“From them we will be getting the total number of Nigerians which will help us to plan as we carry out our interventions.”

Edu added that the ministry will collaborate with the NPC to ensure effective and efficient implementation of poverty alleviation and humanitarian response at the grassroots.

“They have staff on ground in various wards, local governments and communities, and these staff are going to be collaborating with us,” she said.

“We will be setting up a technical team between the ministry and the commission to really flesh out various aspects of this collaboration.

“Beyond this, we’ll be working with their team on the geospatial digital mapping and statistics across the nation and this will help very detailed implementation of the ministry of poverty alleviation.

“And of course, humanitarian issues in the entire country, so, for us, they are a very, very viable partner and we would be supporting them all the way through.”

The minister also pointed out that specific data on the population of different demographics of the population as well as persons who are below the poverty line would be provided by the NPC, adding that the commission would also come in handy in monitoring and evaluation.

Kwara assured the minister of the commission’s commitment to supporting the ministry’s efforts in providing humanitarian interventions.

He said the NPC had already identified 65 million houses during the trial census exercise conducted across the country alongside special demographics including internally displaced persons (IDPs), fishermen, herders, those living under the bridges, among others.

Cash transfers of N25,000 are currently being paid to a number of vulnerable households and would go on for three months as part of the government’s humanitarian interventions, Edu had earlier said.

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NOVA Bank Achieves Global Cybersecurity Milestone With ISO 27032 Certification

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11 hours ago

November 26, 2024

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NOVA Bank has achieved a major milestone in its commitment to safeguarding customer data and digital operations by attaining the globally recognized ISO 27032 Cybersecurity Standard certification. This significant achievement positions NOVA Bank among the elite financial institutions in Nigeria with such a distinction.

The ISO 27032 certification focuses on fortifying cybersecurity measures, ensuring robust protection for data, systems, and online transactions amid an ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. In addition to this achievement, NOVA Bank is already certified in ISO 27001 for Information Security Management and BCMS 22301 for Business Continuity Management, further underscoring its dedication to operational excellence and security.

Speaking on the achievement, Acting Managing Director and CEO of NOVA Bank, Mrs. Chinwe Iloghalu, described the certification as a pivotal moment for the Bank and its customers.

“This certification underscores NOVA Bank’s unwavering dedication to maintaining the highest global standards in cybersecurity. As we continue to innovate with customer-centric retail products, cybersecurity remains at the heart of our operations. Our customers can rest assured that their data and transactions are protected by some of the most advanced security frameworks in the industry. Trust is built on security, and NOVA is committed to providing a secure, reliable, and innovative banking experience,” Mrs Iloghalu stated. The Bank’s Executive Director for Operations and Information Technology, Dr. David Isavwe, who also serves as the President and Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Information Security Society of Africa, Nigeria (ISSAN), emphasized the broader implications of the certification.

“The ISO 27032 certification highlights NOVA Bank’s proactive approach to addressing cybersecurity challenges. It demonstrates our readiness to protect against evolving threats and our ability to adapt to the dynamic landscape of digital banking. This certification reinforces our commitment to delivering secure and uninterrupted services to our valued customers,” Dr. Isavwe remarked.

This milestone aligns with NOVA Bank’s overarching strategy of integrating cutting-edge technology with its trademarked Phygital model—seamlessly blending physical and digital banking experiences, while maintaining an unwavering focus on customer trust and satisfaction.

As the bank prepares to launch a series of innovative retail banking products, this certification highlights its dedication to prioritizing cybersecurity, ensuring a secure and seamless banking experience for all its customers.

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JUST IN: Customs Hands Over 21 Stolen Vehicles To Canadian Government

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11 hours ago

November 26, 2024

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The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has transferred 21 stolen “Sport Utility Vehicles” (SUVs) and other assorted vehicles to the Canadian Government, following their recovery from various locations across the country.

More to come…

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Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Now In Our Custody — EFCC

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12 hours ago

November 26, 2024

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed that former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has been detained in the agency’s custody for allegedly misappropriating over N110 billion in public funds.

The EFCC stated that the former governor appeared at its headquarters after months of ignoring invitations and avoiding court summons related to fraud connected to his administration.

EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, on Tuesday said that Bello had been detained and would be questioned about the allegations against him.

According to reports, Bello responded to the EFCC’s invitation on Tuesday, arriving at the EFCC office with his lawyers, but without his successor, Governor Usman Ododo, who had reportedly been shielding him from arrest.

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