Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos Archbishop Alfred Martins (middle) with Other Bishop in a group photograph, during his 40th Ordination Anniversary and his Fellow Ordinands in 1983 (The Class of 8) and the 25th Episcopal Anniversary held at Holy Cross Cathedral in Lagos

Cross Section of the Choristers Singing at Holy Cross Cathedral in Lagos.

Cross Section of the Priest, during the 40th Anniversary of Priestly Ordination of the “Class of 8” Silver Jubilee of Episcopal Ordination of Archbishop of Lagos, The Most Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins at Holy Cross Cathedral, Lagos

In his efforts to intensify the security situation in Taraba State, Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas on Monday 18th September, 2023 visited military and paramilitary formations in a bid to recalibrate the security architecture to effectively protect the lives and property of the citizens.

The Governor underlined that his administration will not let its guard down in the fight against insecurity so that citizens can sleep with their two eyes closed.

The Governor described the visit as a follow-up visit since the security chiefs had previously visited.
The visit is also a part of Dr. Agbu Kefas’ resolute efforts to address the issue of insecurity in some parts of State and to raise the morale of security organizations as they carry out their fundamental duty of defending society.

Places visited by Governor includes, the Department of State Service, Nigerian Army’s Sixth Brigade Headquarters, State Police Command, National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency, and the Federal Road Safety Commission.

Others are the State Command of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps, Nigerian Immigration Service, Nigerian Correctional Service, Taraba State Fire Service, and Taraba Marshal Security Guards Ltd.

In series of meetings with security personnel and traditional leaders, the Governor, repeatedly reaffirmed his commitment to the protection of lives and property of all Tarabans.

The visit, without a doubt, conveyed the Governor’s strong and reassuring intention to personally see to it that the security formations work in accordance with his vision of making Taraba State safe and secure in order to promote investment in the Agriculture, Mining, and Tourism sectors among others.

The Governor also visited the State College of Nursing and Midwifery where he inspected the ongoing rehabilitation of infrastructure projects in the institution and the site of new Government House.

Dr. Agbu Kefas was accompanied on the visit by the State Deputy Governor, Alhaji Aminu Abdullahi Alkali, the Secretary to the Government of the State, Chief Gebon Timothy Kataps, and the Commissioner of Information and Reorientation, Hajiya Zainab Usman Jalingo among other top officials.

Nigerians excelling in various fields of endeavours have been recognised for impacting humanity positively within and outside their environment.

The Nigerian Silent Heroes Award initiative conceived by the Coordinator, Mrs. Ozioma Odita Sunday, held its 6th edition of the award ceremony, recognising twenty five (25) persons in various fields.

Speaking at the ceremony, the coordinator said the initiative was conceived to identify and recognize some silent achievers in their own right.

She pointed out that the nominated persons were carefully selected among hundreds of others in view of the outstanding contributions they have made over the years in their various spheres to add value to humanity.

“In furtherance of the initiative, I like to disclose our intention to institute the Africa Heroes Awards in the nearest future with a view to celebrating our unsung achievers within the continent of Africa.”

Also speaking at the event, the Former Minster for Women Affairs, Mrs. Pauline Kedem Tallen who was among those recognised appreciated the organisers for the recognition and said her life has been a dedication to humanity and would continue to make a difference in the life of others.

“If you put smile on the face of your neighbour, you are putting a smile on God’s face, so we should try to make the world a better place by making those in need happy, speaking up for those who can’t speak for themselves, sharing in the plight of others because that’s the essence of life,” the Former Minister stated.

In a vote of thanks, Dr. Odita Sunday appreciated all those who turned out for the award ceremony saying the ideology behind the award is to inspire young people to believe in hard work even in the face of challenging times.

Nigeria Silent Heroes Awardees
Recipients of the award include: Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, Director Public Information Nigerian Air Force, HRM Obi Ezedimbu Emmanuel Obi, Silent Hero in Tradition Leadership. Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu Silent Hero in ICT Development, Mr. Oliver Alawuba, MD/CEO UBA Bank, Dr. Solomon Arase, Dr. Daniel Kolawale Olukota, Silent Hero of Faith, CP Idowu Owohunwa, Silent Hero in Policing, Mr. Ikalumhe Cornelius, Desmond Utomwen, Engr. Chichi Philip-Orioha, Pastor Judge Chukwunwike, Barr. Samuel Ihensekhien Silent Hero in Law and Advocacy, Oradea Adekunle Adedonun Silent Hero in Medicine, Mayor C, Bolivia Osigbemhe, Mr. Frank Oshanugor, Publisher Ante News Online, Pastor Nordert A. Sochukwudina (NAS), Hajiya Husanah Nacho Silent Hero in Business and Enterprise, Austine Adigwe, Chief Patrick Eholor, Silent Hero in Tourism and Hospitality, Rt. Hon. Ahmad Chindo, Silent Political Hero, Hon, Innocent Esewezie, Alhaji Musa Mohammed, Dibie Oriekose Charles, Crogamiane Global Braces LIB, and Kelvin Jombo Onumah.

Present at the event were the former Director of DSS, Sir Mike Ejiofor, former Director General of Nigeria Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS) Prof (Sir) Epiphany Azinge, SAN, former Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen, the Provost of Kogi State College of Health Sciences, Dr. Nuhu Solomon Anyegwu, the Obi of Ugboba, in Aniocha North LGA of Delta State among other dignitaries.

The organisers also unveiled a Magazine and a Compendium of the Nigerian Heroes Award volume one.