Month: February 2023

Naira scarcity: I need N70m in cash for election expenses- Doguwa

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By Godwin Ebiboute Leloh     Majority leader in the house of representatives, Alhassan Doguwa has said that he needs N70 million — as permitted by law — in “hard copy” to cover his expenses for the general election. Doguwa spoke on Thursday after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Aso Rock villa in Abuja. The figure the legislator is referring to is a cap of spending for those running for seats in the lower legislative chamber as provided by section 88(4) of the electoral act, which states:…

INSIDE THE COUNCIL OF STATE MEETING *Obasanjo’s commendation for PMB, and what Emefiele truly said

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It is most likely the last Council of State meeting to be chaired by Muhammadu Buhari as President, and it held on February 10, 2023, at State House, Abuja. It was a hybrid meeting, with some attendees physically present, and others online. Former Presidents/Heads of State on parade included Gen Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo, Abdulsalami Abubakar, and Goodluck Jonathan. There were two former Chief Justices of the Federation, Modibo Alfa Belgore, Mahmud Mohammed, and almost all the Governors of the States, either virtually, or physically. There were two critical issues…

MR PRESIDENT, YOUR ADDRESS DID NOT ADDRESS By Prof. Taofiq Adesina Azeez

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1. Nigerians expected Mr President to address the nation to bring succour to them and relieve them of the excruciating and killing effects of the inhuman and unfeeling maliciously timed financial policy. 2. Nigerians are dying because they CANNOT access thier hard earned money to procure food and medicine. And Government seems to be unconcerned. That is why expectations were high to listen to the outgoing President of the nation to bring tension down and suspend the exercise. 3. Nigerians expected that if the policy is not going to be…

Gov Adeleke creates Imole Youth Corps, dissolves O-YES ….. Free Application form available from February 17th, 2023

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The Government of Osun State has dissolved the Osun Youth Empowerment Scheme (O-YES), creating the Imole Youth Corps.   In a circular issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye, the State Government said the decision was taken to reposition the Youth empowerment programme inherited from the previous government for effective functionality, sustainability and dignity of labour.   “In fulfilling one of the electoral promises of His Excellency, the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke in ensuring meaningful and proper youth Engagement in the…

2023 : APM NEC ratifies to allign with PDP

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By ABUBAKAR YUSUF.     The Allied People’s Movement APM National Executive Committee NEC has ratified in its meeting to support People’s Democratic Party PDP in the forthcoming general elections.   In a unanimous decision by the entire house ,the party announced on Thursday 16th February, 2023 at 2;30pm said the party will throw in the towel to ensure the success of PDP in Nigeria.   The NEC also ratified the election of 13 member Board of Trustees BOT of the party to oversee it’s affairs after it’s inauguration.  …

Sani Magaji Tambuwal: Dawn of a New Era in NASS, By ABUBAKAR YUSUF.

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History has been made again on February 14, 2023 on the assumption of duty of the new Ag Clerk to the National Assembly CNA, Alhaji Sani Magaji Tambuwal appointed in November 2022 after the retirement of the controversial out gone CNA, Arc Amos Olatunde Ojo who inadvertently introduced an abberation stance to the system, having refused to proceed on three months holiday/retirement leave that was usually preceding retirement from public service, but preferred to be on working leave against the official norm. The new Ag CNA, irrespective of the administrative…

Celebrating Ingenuity: A Teary Story Of Benue Orphan Who Graduates With First Class In Economics , By Joseph Undu,ABUJA

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Since last weekend, the internet has been awashed with trending stories of a Benue born genius orphan with just a gown, a pair of shoes who usually picked pieces of soup in public bathroom to have a clean bathe but persevered to graduate with a first class degree in Economics. The young woman who conquered poverty and shame to achieve a feat that many of her contemporaries living in opulence could not achieve was also living in the most dehumanizing environment while trying to make her late parents proud. Jennifer…

NATIONAL BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE CHALLENGES OF THE CURRENCY SWAP AND STATE OF THE NATION, ON 16th FEBRUARY, 2023

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My Dear Compatriots,   ​I have found it necessary to address you today, on the state of the nation and to render account on the efforts of our administration to sustain and strengthen our economy, enhance the fight against corruption and sustain our gains in the fight against terrorism and insecurity which has, undoubtedly, been impacted by several internal and external factors.   2.​Particularly, I am addressing you, as your democratically elected President, to identify with you and express my sympathy, over the difficulties being experienced as we continue the…

NIDCOM, NECA seek to protect Diaspora Direct Investment

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  Mr Wale-Smatt Oyerinde, the Director-General, Nigeria Employment and Consultative Association (NECA) has reiterated the need for a shift in consumption of remittances from Social safety to Investment.   This statement was made during a courtesy visit to the Management of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) in Abuja. According to him, stakeholders from Private and Public Bodies and Agencies need to come together and create a regulatory environment that can protect the interests and investments of the Diaspora.   Oyerinde, who described Nigeria as not just a destination but a…

Abuja Online Publishers Forum congratulates new NLC President,Ajaero, pledges to be partners in progress

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Abuja Online Publishers Forum has congratulated the new NLC President,Ajaero, pledges to be partners in progress   Abuja Online Publishers, AOPF has congratulated the newly elected National President and Executives of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC on their emergence.   AOPF said;”Your emergence unopposed by all stakeholders is a clear proof of the confidence in your sterling labour struggle credentials and the right choice to meet the yearnings of the labour movement in Nigeria.   “AOPF is aware of your proven integrity, hardwork and pedigree as the voice of the…