Day: February 3, 2025

IGP tenure elongation may weaken Police structure – MURIC warns

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has raised concerns over the tenure extension of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, warned that the decision could undermine the structure and efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force. In a press statement issued on Monday, February 3, 2025, MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, cautioned that the move might breed division within the force and diminish public confidence in the police. MURIC highlighted the legal amendments that allowed the extension, noted that while Section 18(8) of the Police Act previously mandated retirement…

Financial Vulnerability: Nigerians, POS Reliance, and Economic Risk By Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon

Emporium Reporters

As Nigeria continues to embrace digital financial mechanisms, Point of Sale (POS) systems have emerged as an essential tool for transactions.   However, the heavy reliance on POS systems, especially among the less privileged population, raises significant economic risks.   In this article, I will be discussing the landscape of POS dependence in Nigeria, highlighting its implications for lower-income citizens compared to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs).   Through case studies and statistical analysis, my finding is that while POS systems offer certain conveniences, they also lead to vulnerabilities that disproportionately…

Edo State Govt refutes claims of unpaid salaries to Local Government Workers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Edo State Government has firmly dismissed circulating rumors suggesting that local government workers are being owed salaries due to an alleged crisis within the councils. In a press statement issued in Benin City, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Fred Itua, labeled the rumors as both false and mischievous, aimed at misleading the public. He urged citizens to disregard the falsehoods, attributing them to individuals envious of the achievements of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration since its inception in November 2024. Reiterating Governor Okpebholo’s commitment to workers’ welfare, Mr.…

Senator Barau awards 1,000 Scholarships, establishes 7 University Study Centres in Kano

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has announced a scholarship programme for 1,000 students in Kano Central and Kano South to pursue degree programmes in ICT-related fields. The initiative, facilitated through the Barau I. Jibrin Foundation (BIJF), aims to enhance access to higher education in the state.   The scholarship beneficiaries will be the pioneer students of seven newly established study centres of the Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State. These centres, set up in Kano Central and South Senatorial Districts, were established in collaboration with the university’s…

Aliyu Oroji’s Transformational Initiatives Boost Education, Security, and Housing in Sokoto

Emporium Reporters

Aliyu Oroji, popularly known as Ciroman Wamakko, has emerged as a key driver of socio-economic development in Sokoto State, spearheading impactful initiatives in education, security, and housing. His efforts have received strong backing from the state government under the leadership of Governor Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto.   Oroji has made significant contributions to education by establishing primary and secondary schools that enhance access to quality learning. His most recent project, the Khalifa Advanced College of Studies, extends his commitment to higher education. His pioneering computer school is also helping bridge…

Edo SUBEB launches investigation as fire razes Classrooms at Okaro Primary School

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A fire outbreak over the weekend has destroyed a block of classrooms at Okaro Primary School, Urhonigbe, Edo State, prompting an urgent response from the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). Authorities confirmed that the incident occurred outside school hours, ensuring no students or staff were harmed. However, the inferno caused significant damage to school property. Following the incident, the Executive Chairman of Edo SUBEB, Barr. Mrs. Onomen Goodness Briggs, deployed a high-level fact-finding team to assess the destruction and recommend immediate interventions. The delegation, led by Mrs. Angela…