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Copyright Commission Seeks Support of FRSC, Others in Anti-Piracy Operations
Dr. John O. Asein the Director-General, Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), has called on officers of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) and Police Traffic Wardens to support the Commission in its anti-piracy operations across the country by identifying and assisting its officers on field enforcement functions.
The Director-General stated this while declaring open a Driver’s Performance Improvement Training organised for NCC Drivers at the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja recently.
Dr. Asein noted that the Commission would strengthen its relationship with various Agencies responsible for regulating road and transportation systems to ensure ease of movement for copyright officers, especially during enforcement operations.
“If you know us, then you will be able to help facilitate easy passage for our officers during anti-piracy operations. As agencies involved in enforcement activities, it is important that we promote the espirit de corps that should exist amongst us and we call on you to always be prepared to assist us in intercepting pirates”, he stressed.
The Director-General tasked the drivers to be more proactive in the discharge of their duties while assuring them that the Commission would continue to invest in the training of staff with a view to sharpening their skills and provide more on-the-job diligence reward packages.
He admonished them to reciprocate the Commission’s efforts by also paying attention to self-development. “None of you is condemned to be a driver for life. You should continue to improve and pursue career growth so as to remain useful to yourselves, to the Commission and to our dear country. I, therefore, urge you to take the training seriously and remember that to whom much is given, much is required.
He thank the resource persons, the NCC Director of Administration, Dr. Idowu Ogunkuade and his team, for organising the training, noting that it was a clear indication of “how important the Commission views its drivers and their contributions to the actualisation of the its mandate”.
Speaking earlier, Dr. Ogunkuade assured that the Commission under the leadership of the Director-General remained committed to the well-being and training of staff members across all cadres. He enjoined the drivers to be good ambassadors of the Commission by remaining law abiding and complying with all road traffic codes and regulations.
Papers presented at the training included: “Time Management” by the NCC Director of Administration; “Vehicle Maintenance and Road Worthiness: Expectations from the Drivers”, by VIO Area Commander, Mr. Yakubu Musa, represented by Assistant Chief Road Traffic Officer, Federal Secretariat Command, Abuja, Mr. Olayemi Oludare; “Curtailing Road Traffic Crash in Nigeria: A Collective Responsibility”, by the Unit Commander, FRSC, Central Business District, Abuja, Assistant Corps Commander, Mr. Chukwuma Owoechukwu.
Mr. Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, took centre stage at the Nigerian Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) annual end-of-year meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, recounting the company’s remarkable growth and reaffirming free IT training for journalists.
Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, in a group photograph with NITRA Members
Speaking directly to IT media members at the company’s training facility in Lagos, Akano acknowledged the critical role journalists played in supporting New Horizons during its formative years two decades ago.
He detailed how the firm evolved from a handful of staff to one of Africa’s leading ICT skills training organisations, now employing about 500 staff across multiple training centres nationwide.
Akano Spotlights Youth Training, University Partnerships
Akano highlighted that New Horizons has trained over 500,000 youths, particularly tertiary institution students, equipping them with practical IT skills essential for Nigeria’s digital economy.
He announced recent partnerships with universities, including a new agreement with Afe Babalola University, to scale hands-on training programmes for students.
“This growth would not have been possible without the media’s support in documenting our journey,” Akano stated, pledging continued free IT skills training for media members to remain competitive in the evolving digital landscape.
Reciprocal Support Defines Long-Standing Partnership
The venue hosting the NITRA meeting underscored Akano’s generosity; NITRA Secretary Chidiebere Nwankwo secured the free facility after contacting him—a gesture consistent with New Horizons hosting multiple association events and training IT journalists since its inception 20 years ago.
Participants shared personal testimonies of Akano’s support, including veteran journalist Aaron Ukodie, whose daughter—an Accounting graduate from the University of Johannesburg—received NYSC placement and IT scholarship at New Horizons.
The Guardian’s Yemi Adeyemi recounted Akano accommodating his editor’s child for mandatory IT training after other firms declined.
Members praised Akano’s commitment to human capital development as evidence of deep appreciation for the media community that chronicled New Horizons’ success over two decades.
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has launched the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal to revolutionise the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment process, enabling applicants within Nigeria and in the Diaspora to capture biodata online prior to biometric verification at enrolment centres.
NIMC
Accessible via penrol.nimc.gov.ng, the platform allows users to fill enrolment forms, schedule appointments, upload supporting documents securely, and manage personal details directly, thereby slashing congestion, minimising wait times, boosting data accuracy and enhancing overall service efficiency at centres nationwide.
NIMC Director-General and CEO, Engr. (Dr) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, spearheaded the initiative as part of the Commission’s technology-driven strategy to fortify institutional performance, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda that emphasises digital transformation, efficient public service delivery and inclusive national development.
Dr Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, highlighted key benefits including simplified biodata handling, confidential data protection through robust security measures, reduced physical centre visits and heightened operational effectiveness, urging all prospective enrollees to adopt the portal for a faster, citizen-friendly experience.[conversation_history]
The move underscores NIMC’s mandate under the NIMC Act No. 23 of 2007 to manage the National Identity Database, issue NINs and foster a reliable digital identity ecosystem vital for national planning, with users advised to complete pre-enrolment online before heading to selected centres for biometrics.
MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), a Pan-African film and television training institution, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 intake.
MultiChoice
The fully funded programme is open to African graduates aspiring to become directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers.
According to MultiChoice, the nine-month accredited curriculum combines online learning with intensive in-person training, and is designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical immersion.
MTF academies are located in Kenya, Nigeria and Zambia, and serve aspiring filmmakers from 14 African countries. Since its inception in 2018, the initiative has trained 296 filmmakers, with graduates producing more than 42 movies aired on DStv, GOtv and Showmax platforms.
Organisers said alumni of the programme have gone on to establish over 50 production companies, while many continue to work within the MultiChoice ecosystem.
Graduates have also won accolades at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, Kalasha Awards, Uganda Film Festival and Women in Film Awards.
Applications for the 2026 intake close on Feb. 27, 2026. Interested candidates can visit https://apo-opa.co/3XW53oE for programme requirements.
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