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Nigeria’s Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) announced the disbursement of a total of ₦1.354 trillion to the Federal Government, states, and local governments for the month of June 2024. This figure represents a significant increase compared to the previous month’s allocation, highlighting potential improvements in revenue generation. Let’s delve deeper into this disbursement and explore the implications for different tiers of government. Understanding the Breakdown The FAAC, a critical institution for Nigeria’s fiscal federalism, disburses revenue generated from the nation’s federation account to the three tiers of government – the Federal Government, states, and local governments. This disbursement is based…
Nigerian music superstar, Kizz Daniel (Oluwatobilola Daniel Anudigbe), has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry with a series of cryptic posts on social media. Following recent rumors of a split with his longtime partner, the mother of his three sons, Kizz Daniel has taken an unprecedented step – outlining a set of bizarre “terms and conditions” for anyone considering breaking up with him. The drama began with a series of tweets from Kizz Daniel earlier this week. The first tweet, a seemingly innocuous quote about “knowing your worth,” quickly morphed into a string of messages that hinted at heartbreak and…
The Imo State House of Assembly has ignited a firestorm within the judiciary, recommending the immediate dismissal of the state’s Chief Judge, Justice Theresa Chukwuemeka-Chikeka. The dramatic move, passed on July 18th, 2024, centers around accusations of age falsification leveled against the Chief Judge by a civil society organization, the Civil Society Engagement Platform (CSEP). The CSEP petition alleged a discrepancy between Justice Chikeka’s publicly available birth date of October 27th, 1956, and a different date found in undisclosed records. This alleged discrepancy, if proven, could have significant implications. In Nigeria, mandatory retirement for High Court Judges is set at…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has made a clarion call for a paradigm shift in how we approach communication with children on the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) landscape. Governor Sanwo-Olu’s remarks, delivered on July 17, 2024, at an event focused on Autism awareness, placed a spotlight on the challenges faced by these children and their families due to speech difficulties and communication limitations. The Governor’s message went beyond mere acknowledgment. He proposed a multi-pronged approach that could bridge the communication gap and foster a more inclusive environment for children with Autism. A Symphony of Strategies: From Pictograms to Personalized Care…
A tremor of disbelief and outrage has rippled through a Kogi State community after a local police inspector, Aminu Mohammed, was arrested for allegedly robbing the homes of his neighbors. This shocking revelation shatters the very notion of trust residents placed in those sworn to uphold the law. According to reports, Mohammed, stationed at the ‘C’ Division in Lokoja, the state capital, allegedly targeted residences near his duty post. His luck ran out after a stolen car, later linked to a recent robbery, was discovered in a workshop where its identification marks were being altered. The Kogi State Police Command’s…
The jubilant echoes of “signing out” and “logging out,” traditionally marking the end of final year examinations at Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), have been replaced by a somber silence. The university administration, in a swift and decisive move, indefinitely suspended these celebratory activities following the untimely death of Hammed Ayinla Fabiyi, a 400-level History and Diplomatic Studies student. Fabiyi’s passing cast a dark cloud over the university community. According to reports, he was attacked by suspected cultists on the main campus, just as students were celebrating the conclusion of an exam. The severity of his injuries necessitated treatment…
Residents of Lagos can breathe a sigh of relief. Following a flurry of online speculation, the Lagos State Government has officially denied the return of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, which previously involved restrictions on movement for several hours. The clarification comes amidst concerns that the practice might be reintroduced, causing disruption and frustration for Lagosians. A Ghost from the Past: The Monthly Sanitation Exercise For many Lagosians, the monthly environmental sanitation exercise evokes memories of a bygone era. The initiative, which involved restricting movement for three hours on the last Saturday of every month, aimed to encourage residents to…
In a move aimed at bolstering its primary school teaching force, the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (Oyo SUBEB) has announced the commencement of a computer-based test (CBT) for teacher recruitment. The eagerly awaited exams will take place from Monday, July 22nd, 2024, and run until Friday, July 26th, 2024. This news comes as a welcome relief for thousands of applicants who participated in the initial application process. A Surge in Interest: A State in Need Oyo State, like many other regions in Nigeria, faces a significant shortage of qualified teachers in its primary schools. This lack of qualified…
A joint security operation at the Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has resulted in the arrest of eight individuals suspected of cultism and drug peddling. The arrests took place on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, coinciding with the ongoing second-semester examinations at the institution. This swift action by the authorities aims to curb criminal activity and ensure a safe learning environment for students. A Well-Timed Intervention: The arrests were reportedly a result of proactive measures implemented by the Kogi State Polytechnic management. According to a statement released by the institution’s Public Relations Director, Mrs. Uredo Omale, intelligence reports indicated a potential infiltration…
Students of Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology (OYSCATECH) in Igboora can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The college management has recently assured them of prompt mobilization for the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme. This news comes after a period of uncertainty for graduating students due to delays in program accreditation. A Cause for Concern: Accreditation Delays and NYSC Mobilization In the past, OYSCATECH students enjoyed consistent and timely mobilization for NYSC. However, recent delays in program accreditation for some faculties, particularly the Faculty of Management, caused a disruption in this process. This left graduating students…