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Reflections on Adaji’s Impactful Leadership
By Efe Ovuakporie
Time flies, they say, especially when you are engaged in meaningful work in a positive and supportive environment My journey at the National Boundary Commission (NBC) under the
leadership of Surv. Adamu Adaji has been a testament to this adage. From the moment I received my marching orders from the Federal Ministry of Information to join NBC, under the interim leadership of Surv. Adamu Adaji as the Ag. Director-General, I knew I was stepping into a transformative period.
I vividly recall a moment in August 2021, shortly after Surv. Adaji received his official letter of confirmation as the Director-General of the Agency. he called me into his office after the official close of work, a rare occurrence in our bureaucratic setting. With the letter of his confirmation fresh in hand, he entrusted me with the task of issuing a press release. In his characteristic nature, he advised that I waited until the next day before doing so but I politely told him that by then the news would have become staled.
This decisive action set the tone for his tenure, instantly uplifting spirits within the agency and among well-wishers. As the first term of DG Surv, Adamu Adaji approaches its conclusion,
speculation naturally abounds regarding his future whether he will
secure a second term or be made to gracefully step down. The position of DG spans four years, with the possibility of reappointment subject to higher authorities’ decision-making process.
Over the past years, Surv. Adaji has exemplified transformative leadership, significantly advancing boundary management in Nigeria. His commitment to excellence is palpable, evident in his hands-on
approach and strategic vision for NBC’s sustainable development. Under his stewardship, policies and actions have consistently aligned with NBC’s mandate, fostering a conducive work environment that promotes team-work and individual initiative.
Surv. Adamu Adaji has not only served with distinction during his tenure but has also achieved significant milestones in critical areas.
One of his hallmark achievements has been the effective resolution of numerous boundary disputes, contributing to regional stability and co-operation by demarcating Nigeria Cameroon and Nigeria – Niger international boundaries. The tensions along several interstate boundaries had been doused with the Commission’s intervention processes. His expertise and diplomatic finesse in handling these sensitive matters have garnered widespread acclaim.
Additionally, under Surv. Adamu Adaji’s leadership, there has been a notable improvement in staff welfare and training programs. Thank God, under his watch, the Commission can now boast of a Christian Fellowship Worship Center for our christian colleagues. Recognizing the pivotal role of motivated and skilled personnel, he has implemented initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and professional development. This strategic focus on human capital has not only boosted productivity but also fostered a conducive work environment.
In a recent interview, Surv. Adamu Adaji emphasized the importance of transparent governance and collaborative decision-making in achieving organizational goals. He highlighted his efforts to streamline administrative processes within NBC, which have led to greater efficiency and accountability.
Furthermore, his advocacy for leveraging technology in boundary management has modernized operations and improved data accuracy, crucial for informed decision-making.
The Director-General’s relentless pursuit suggests he is in competition with himself, continually surpassing his own achievements. His distinctive approach to resolving boundary issues combines home- grown formula with scholarly methods, setting him apart in NBC’s history of leadership.
It is evident that under his guidance, NBC has reached unprecedented heights. As the adage goes, “the reward for hard work is more work.” Adaji’s exceptional performance warrants recognition, and I hope his momentum remains unhindered.
A second tenure of Surv. Adaji would allow him to further advance the remarkable progress he has initiated at NBC.
As we anticipate the end of his first tenure, the question remains: will it be renewed or the end of a distinguished chapter?
Many within the NBC and the broader boundary management community eagerly await his potential reappointment, buoyed by the Federal Government’s “Renewed Hope Agenda”.
Surv. Adamu Adaji’s leadership has undeniably left an indelible mark, prompting reflection on the adage: “Why fix it, if it isn’t broken?” His tenure stands as a testament to the impact of visionary leadership in public service.
Mrs Efe Ovuakporie is Head of Information Unit of the National Boundary Commission, NBC, Abuja.
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Abia bans unauthorised free medical outreaches
The Abia State Ministry of Health has reacted to the hospitalisation of some persons who attended a free medical outreach in Abiriba, Ohafia LGA, on Saturday, saying that the distribution of drugs to the public by uncertified persons was without the authorisation of the state government.
The Commissioner for Health, Professor Enoch Ogbonnaya Uche, who said this in a press release on Sunday, said that the organisers of the medical outreach did not obtain approval from the state government before embarking on the exercise.
He therefore announced that any medical outreach without authorisation from the Ministry of Health is illegal and can put the health of Abia people in jeopardy, warning that those who do so would be made to face the full wrath of the law.
DAILY POST recalls that many people were rushed to the hospital on Saturday at Abiriba after developing some medical emergencies on return from the medical outreach organised by a group.
According to Processor Uche, preliminary reports indicated that medications distributed during the outreach may have caused adverse drug reactions among unsuspecting recipients, even as he said that the identified victims of these untoward medical events are currently receiving medical attention at designated public health facilities within the state.
“Our dedicated healthcare personnel are working assiduously to stabilise and treat affected people. The Abia State Ministry of Health is deeply concerned by the dire consequences and high risk posed by unauthorised healthcare activities. We wish to hereby warn the public to be cautious of individuals and groups organising unapproved healthcare events,” said the health commissioner.
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Many Pastors Are Not Enjoying Their Marriages Due To Wives’ Behaviours – Bamiloye
Renowned Christian filmmaker and evangelist, Mike Bamiloye, has raised concerns about the challenges some pastors face in their marriages, attributing these struggles to the behavior of their wives.
Bamiloye shared that many pastors are unable to fully enjoy their marriages because their wives use their husbands’ pastoral roles against them. He explained that some pastors’ wives feel secure in the knowledge that their husbands, being men of God, are unlikely to consider divorce or other drastic measures. This, according to Bamiloye, emboldens them to act in ways that strain the marital bond.
He pointed out that such behavior not only affects the pastors but also impacts their ministry, as they are expected to maintain exemplary relationships in the eyes of their congregations.
In addressing this issue, Bamiloye emphasized the need for mutual respect, understanding, and open communication in pastoral marriages. He urged pastors and their wives to prioritize their relationship and seek counseling when faced with difficulties.
“Pastors’ marriages should be a beacon of light and a model for others. When the relationship at home is troubled, it can hinder the effectiveness of their ministry,” he noted.
Bamiloye’s observations have sparked important conversations within Christian circles about the unique pressures pastoral families face. His call to action serves as a reminder of the importance of building healthy relationships and seeking support to ensure that ministry work does not come at the cost of personal happiness and marital stability.
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FG eyes 25,000 jobs from Lagos textile, garment economic zone
The Managing Director of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority, Dr Olufemi Ogunyemi, has said the Lekki Textile and Garment Special Economic Zone project located in the Eyin-Osa area of Epe, Lagos State, will generate 5,000 direct and over 20,000 indirect jobs when operational.
Ogunyemi made the remarks while disbursing cash compensation to the seven Eyin-Osa families that contributed the 240.09 acres of land for the Federal Government project.
A statement issued by the NEPZA Head, Corporate Communications, Martins Odeh, disclosed this on Sunday in Abuja.
The MD, represented by Mrs. Chika Ibekwe, Director of Zone Operations, said that the community would be continually regenerated, adding that the benefits that would accrue from the gestures would spill over to several generations.
The beneficiaries included families of Olayinka Salami, Aderenle village, Muhammed Balogun, Bashorun Seidu, Iyanda, Matanmi Mobolaji, as well as the Agara Onileyan respectively.
“The space will generate 5,000 direct and over 20,000 indirect jobs for the country, just as it will serve the export markets of the South-West region.
“There are many benefits to gain from the SEZ, including employment generation, especially to the local community, the opportunity for backward linkage, improvement of infrastructure network around the project, and others too numerous to mention now,” he said.
Ogunyemi further said that the development was in line with the goals and objectives of the Federal Government’s Economic Recovery and Growth Plan.
He, however, stated that the current administration of President Bola Tinubu is not just interested in attracting Foreign Direct Investments through the Free Trade Zone Scheme but was also interested in the development of all the host communities.
“This exercise is to commence the application of the Authority’s new concept of Community Social Regeneration in order to open a new chapter of cooperation and mutual understanding to foster unhindered progress of the free trade operations across the country.
“NEPZA has since re-aligned its mandate with the administration’s economic policy to deliver the Renewed Hope Agenda of the president.
“NEPZA will not shy away from leading the country on the path of economic growth. The Lekki Textile and Garments SEZ project is already attracting investment interest to this remote area of Lagos.,” Ogunyemi said.
Ogunyemi also explained that the Federal Government had taken steps to replicate the economic scheme across the six geopolitical zones, adding that more states should leverage the speedy development potentials of the scheme.
According to him, the Lekki Textiles and Garment SEZ will also serve as hubs for Information and Communication Technology, Agro-industries, as well as world-class sports and community development centres.
On his part, the president of Eyin-Osa United Kingdom Development Association, Muftau Shittu, the umbrella association for the host community, said that the area had been occupied by their forefathers for over 500 years.
He said that at the beginning, the enclaves and villages that constituted the community had lived in peace practising economic activities such as farming, hunting, fishing, brewing of hot drinks and timber lumbering.
Shittu however, said that trouble started in mid-year 2003 when groups of land grabbers started claiming ownership of Eyin-Osa lands from the original and rightful owners.
According to him, in May 2008, without due diligent information, the lands were expropriated to the Lekki Free Trade Zone, and the journey for adequate compensation with the Lagos State Government began.
“We are delighted today for this humane approach of the federal government through NEPZA. The community can only imagine these good gestures as most of the earliest promises were not kept. We now have NEPZA management and government that are serious about regenerating the Eyin-Osa land.
“We are happy to cede the total of 240.09 acres to NEPZA for the economic emancipation of our land. We pray that this cooperation and the steps to regenerate our people become permanent,” he added.
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