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NFVCB Gets Permanent Headquarters After 28 Years, As Board hails Minister Musawa
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has expressed gratitude to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa Esq., for assisting the board in acquiring a building for its permanent headquarters.
The board’s Director-General, Dr. Shuaibu Husseini, led the management team in paying a courtesy visit to the minister in Abuja on Tuesday.
Dr. Husseini thanked the minister for her support and recommendations, which led to the allocation of the property, confiscated since 2017, to the board. He noted that the board had been waiting for 28 years to acquire its own property and expressed hope that the ministry would support the renovation of the building through intervention funds.
“Thank you, Honourable Minister for your assistance and recommendations. EFCC has allocated the accommodation to us. It is one of those confiscated since 2017 or thereabout so we expect to do some renovations. We are happy because after twenty-eight years, we have finally acquired our own property under your watch.
“We also have enough space for the museum that we have always yearned for. We are committed to supporting the work that you do for the entire Renewed Hope agenda and we pledge our loyalty, support and commitment to work as directed and in line with our statutory obligations”.
The minister, in response, praised Dr. Husseini’s leadership and dedication to the board, describing him as passionate and exceptional. She expressed delight in the board’s milestone and looked forward to continued collaboration.
“I am happy for your doggedness and success in steering the National Film and Video Censors Board in the right direction. From the time that Mr. President appointed you, I must say that you’re exceptional, and a personification of ‘I am a Nigerian’. We are already making a huge difference with this new permanent headquarters that you have. I am proud of you and so happy to be in this journey with you because you will help me do my work and we will in turn help the president to do his work.”
The NFVCB plans to establish a museum within the new headquarters, which will provide a platform for showcasing Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage. Dr. Husseini invited the minister to the board’s Digital Conference in November, further solidifying the partnership between the board and the ministry.
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Tinubu, PDP Hail Gov Okpebholo’s Road Infrastructural Revolution in Edo
Joel Ajayi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lauded the infrastructural strides of Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, particularly the ongoing construction of the state’s first-ever flyover bridge, describing it as a landmark intervention in easing urban traffic and modernizing Edo’s transport system.
The President extolled the governor’s foresight in embarking on the one-kilometre flyover project at Ikpoba Hill in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area, noting that its completion would transform vehicular movement and strengthen the urban fabric of Benin City.
Tinubu praised Okpebholo’s early performance in office, affirming that the governor had set a new standard of governance in Edo.
The president represented by the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, emphasized that the governor’s bold approach to road and bridge construction in the State underscores the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) progressive agenda.
“This is a 24-span structure, each span measuring 20 meters, amounting to a one-kilometre bridge. The quality and pace of work are impressive. Edo is witnessing a first, and I believe more such projects should follow in Benin City to address the heavy traffic,” Umahi conveyed on behalf of the President.
The Minister contrasted the efficiency of state-driven projects with some federal contracts, lamenting that contractors often display greater discipline when working under governors than when handling federal assignments.
He pledged to enforce stricter accountability standards at the federal level to ensure value for money and timely delivery.
“I commend Governor Okpebholo for insisting on concrete technology. Roads built with reinforced concrete last 50 to 100 years, saving scarce resources. Nigeria cannot continue to spend on recurring reconstruction. We must invest in durability,” Umahi stressed.
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