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2023

Despite investigator’s concerns, Tinubu seeks Senate approval for N7.3 Trillion Ways and Means Revenue Conversion.

NewsFinance, Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has urged the Senate to approve the conversion of the remaining balance of ways and means revenue in Nigeria's Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF) into federal assets. Despite objections from his special investigator, Jim Obazee, who raised concerns about the dubious and illegal incurrence of the balance, Tinubu proceeded with the request. In a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and read during a Saturday plenary session, Tinubu cited Section 38 of the CBN Act 2007, emphasizing the Central Bank's authority to grant temporary advances to the federal government to address temporary deficiencies in budget revenue. According…

Dec

30

2023

By OHAFIATV

Emeka Ike’s Brother Speaks On Actor’s Ex-Wife, Son Allegations

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Metro, OpinionEmeka Ike, Entertainment, Metro

Veteran Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike's brother, Victor, has said that the allegations made by the actor's ex-wife, Suzanne Emma, and his son in a recent interview with Chude Jideonwo were all lies, urging the actor's son, Michael, to apologise to his father for the abusive words and insults. Victor, who is also a music producer, alleged that his brother's ex-wife had slapped her husband on several occasions and even carried out bank transactions from the actor's account she was a signatory to without his consent.. Victor disclosed this in a series of tweets via his X handle (formerly Twitter) on…

Dec

30

2023

By David Okoye

Transmission Company Confirms Destruction of Towers and Loss of Life in Insurgent Attack.

NewsCrime, Nigeria

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has officially confirmed that three transmission towers on the Maiduguri–Damaturu line were destroyed by suspected insurgents using explosives. The destructive act, which occurred on Friday, was accompanied by the tragic loss of an officer from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). In a statement released in Abuja, TCN's General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, expressed deep sorrow over the incident, particularly mourning the loss of the NSCDC official. The attack not only resulted in significant infrastructure damage but also claimed a life in the line of duty. Mbah conveyed TCN's heartfelt…

Dec

30

2023

By David Okoye

Governor Sanwo-Olu Frees 246 Inmates, Converts 39 Death Sentences in Justice Reform Move

NewsNigeria, Security

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has granted clemency to 246 inmates and commuted the death sentences of 39 individuals to life imprisonment. The decision, enacted through a release order signed on December 20, aligns with the governor's commitment to alleviate congestion in correctional facilities as part of broader justice sector reforms. The release, announced by the state attorney-general for justice, Lawal Pedro, is based on the recommendations of the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy. Governor Sanwo-Olu's action also considers the approaching New Year celebration. The Advisory Council meticulously reviewed applications, taking into account information from correctional authorities,…

Dec

30

2023

By David Okoye

Governor Otu Signs N296 Billion ‘Peoples First Budget’ for 2024, Prioritizing Social Welfare

News2024, Next Level, Nigeria

Governor Bassey Otu signed the 2024 budget totaling N296.985 billion, referred to as the 'Peoples First Budget.' Comprising N180 billion for capital expenditure and N116 billion for recurrent expenditure, the budget marked a significant increase of N96 billion from the initially submitted N250 billion to the State House of Assembly. Governor Otu explained that the augmented budget aimed at providing substantial financial support to individuals with disabilities, emphasizing the moral imperative to address social imbalances within this vulnerable demographic. The additional funds were allocated to enhance access to healthcare, assistive technologies, education, and employment opportunities tailored to their capabilities. The…