The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has debunked reports about an ongoing recruitment in the Commission, saying it is not true.

The Public Relations Officer of the FCSC, Mr. Taiwo Hassan, quoting the Chairman Tunji Olaopa on Monday night, clarified that there is no fresh recruitment currently going on at the commission.

“The attention of the FCSC has been drawn to information making the rounds on various media platforms about advertised vacancies and recruitments in the commission.

“The commission unequivocally declares that the information containing the commission’s website and the name of the Director (Recruitment and Appointment) did not emanate from the commission.

“It is fictitious and should be disregarded,” Hassan said.

He warned members of the public to be wary of activities of fake recruitment syndicates and racketeers.

He said the commission would officially announce to the public on national dallies and through its website whenever such recruitment exercise commenced.

Nigeria has extended invitation to foreign investors with the assurance that the electricity sector is ripe for investment and transformative growth.

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, extended the invite during his address at the African Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Speaking to a gathering of selected investors and development partners ahead of the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit, Edun noted the government’s commitment to achieving macroeconomic stability, advancing clean energy goals, and ensuring universal energy access.

He described Nigeria’s power sector as a pivotal area for investment and collaboration, aligning with the country’s broader energy transition goals under the “Mission 300” initiative.

A statement from the ministry said Edun detailed the Federal government’s focus on ensuring energy security while pursuing the global shift toward sustainable energy solutions. According to the minister, the Nigerian electricity sector offers vast opportunities for foreign and domestic investors. With a focus on clean energy transition and grid modernization, the government aims to increase the capacity and reliability of the power sector, unlocking its potential to drive economic growth.

Edun also informed the audience that President Bola Tinubu would personally participate in the summit, signifying Nigeria’s commitment to leading conversations on energy access and clean energy in Africa. The president’s attendance is expected to strengthen collaborative efforts among African nations, investors, and development partners toward achieving the continent’s energy and climate goals.

“Nigeria’s electricity sector is poised for transformative growth, and investors are invited to be a part of this exciting journey,” Edun said. He expressed optimism that Nigeria’s robust investment climate, supported by the government’s economic reforms, would attract global stakeholders to help drive progress in the energy sector.

“With one of the largest populations in Africa, Nigeria’s demand for reliable electricity continues to grow, presenting immense opportunities for investment. The federal government has already taken steps to reform the power sector, focusing on expanding access to renewable energy sources, encouraging private-sector participation, and ensuring regulatory stability to attract investors.

“As President Tinubu is set to join the discussions, Nigeria aims to build on its energy ambitions, securing investments that will empower its citizens, strengthen the economy, and contribute to Africa’s clean energy future,” he said.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Kano State has suspended it auditor general in Chedi, Kano Municipal LGA, Mr. Bashir Ishaq Ibrahim.

A suspension letter signed by Sani Auwal Mudi, Ward Chairman of Chedi Ward Kano Municipal LGA, who copied the local government and state chairmen of the party, said the auditor general was suspended in line with sections 58(1), 59(2) and 4 of the party’s constitution as amended.

The PDP Ward Executives of Chedi Ward said Bashir was suspended indefinitely for violating section 58(1) of the party’s constitution, specifically where he made public derogatory statements about the party, which can tend to bring the party into contempt, hatred, odium or opprobrium, or lower the party in the estimation of the public, which is also akin to an anti-party activity.

According to the letter, the suspension takes effect from 25th January, 2025.

The letter said the suspension became essential so as not to allow Bashir to destroy the party and the fragile peace that is being enjoyed in Chedi ward, Kano Municipal LGA and Kano PDP chapter at large.

The letter of suspension was signed by Sani Auwal Mudi (Chairman), Sani Sufi (Vice Chairman) and Ni’imatullahi Yahaya Faruk Chedi (Secretary).