The House of Representatives Questions N15bn Payment to Remita
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The House of Representatives Questions N15bn Payment to Remita

Querying a N15 billion payment to Remita from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation over a two-year period, the House of Representatives’ Public Accounts Committee has raised concerns about the legality of the transaction. During an investigative hearing in Abuja, the committee, led by Chairman Bamidele Salam, also accused the Central Bank of Nigeria and commercial banks of involvement in the distribution of the remittance. Salam alleged that the payment to Remita from the OAGF between 2016 and 2018 was done without a formal agreement or contract, describing it as an unauthorized disbursement. Pointing out the lack of budgetary provision for the payment, Salam questioned the source of the funds used for the transaction. He highlighted the issue of V...
Update on Victor Osimhen’s Return to Training with Napoli in Serie A
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Update on Victor Osimhen’s Return to Training with Napoli in Serie A

Exciting news for Napoli fans as Victor Osimhen has rejoined the team's training sessions in preparation for their upcoming match against Atalanta this weekend. Having missed the recent 1-1 draw against Inter Milan, the 25-year-old striker has been diligently working towards regaining full fitness. His absence also extended to the Nigerian national team's friendlies against Ghana and Mali. Fortunately, Osimhen has successfully recovered from his minor injury and is anticipated to be among the players included in Napoli's squad to face Gian Piero Gasperini's Atalanta. Impressively, Osimhen has contributed significantly with 11 goals in just 17 Serie A appearances for Napoli this season. The highly-anticipated fixture against Atalanta is scheduled to take place at the Diego Armando Mara...
Central Working Committee of Katsina APC Dissolves Stakeholder Committees in 34 LGAs
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Central Working Committee of Katsina APC Dissolves Stakeholder Committees in 34 LGAs

Announcement has been made by Ibrahim Namadi, the Secretary of the Central Working Committee of All Progressive Congress, APC, Katsina State, regarding the dissolution of stakeholder committees of the party across 34 local government areas. The decision to dissolve the committees was made during the Central Working Committee’s monthly meeting that took place on March 26, 2024, at the Katsina State Secretariat, as stated in the notification letter sent to the affected stakeholders, with copies forwarded to other important stakeholders. In the letter, it was assured that a new structure compliant with Article 12 (10) and (15) of the All Progressives Congress Constitution of 2022 (amended) would be set up soon. Recognizing the outgoing stakeholders' substantial contributions and support t...
Egbin power plant faces gas shortage and N1.4tn FG debt
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Egbin power plant faces gas shortage and N1.4tn FG debt

Expressing concerns over the current gas shortage, Mokhtar Bounour, the Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power Plc, highlighted the significant revenue losses and the threat it poses to national power generation. During a briefing with the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, at the Egbin Power Plant in Ikorodu, Lagos, Bounour emphasized that the company has been unable to operate the plant at full capacity due to insufficient gas supply. Despite its capacity to generate 1,000MW, the plant currently only produces an average of 400MW due to the lack of available gas resources. Discussing the meeting with the minister, Bounour emphasized that the management detailed the challenges faced by the plant and rece...
Appreciation to Tinubu for Ministerial Role in Implementing the Practical ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ – Wike
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Appreciation to Tinubu for Ministerial Role in Implementing the Practical ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ – Wike

During an inspection of ongoing rural road projects in Bwari and Abuja Municipal area councils in Abuja, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, emphasized that President Bola Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ goes beyond theory to practical implementation. Wike expressed gratitude to Tinubu for giving him the opportunity to contribute to the administration's efforts in restoring hope for Nigerians. In addition, Wike praised Tinubu for his immense support to the FCT Administration in enhancing critical infrastructure and services for the residents in the capital territory. Highlighting that the impact of Tinubu’s agenda extends to rural communities, Wike mentioned that the Renewed Hope Agenda aims to ensure inclusivity beyond urban areas. Reflecting on the pr...
Music Lyrics are Becoming More Simple and Repetitive
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Music Lyrics are Becoming More Simple and Repetitive

Don't worry, it's not just you feeling this way. Recent studies show that song lyrics have indeed been evolving towards simplicity and repetition. This trend is evident across various genres like rap, country, pop, R&B, and rock over the past four decades. Furthermore, the analysis indicates a shift towards more anger and self-centered themes in lyrics, resonating with the sentiments of long-time music enthusiasts. It is interesting to note that revered singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, known for his profound lyrics, was awarded the Nobel Prize in literature despite the current lyrical landscape. Eva Zangerle, a leading expert on recommendation systems from the University of Innsbruck in Austria, refrained from pointing out specific contemporary artists with straig...
Notice of Two-Week Strike Ultimatum by ASUU in Gombe State University
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Notice of Two-Week Strike Ultimatum by ASUU in Gombe State University

In a development on Thursday, the Gombe State University branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities issued a notice giving a two-week ultimatum to both the state government and the institution's management to address its concerns. The branch, led by Dr. Suleiman Jauro and Dr. M. Muhammad, indicated in a congress resolution that if its demands are not met within the specified timeframe, it would explore alternative legitimate courses of action. The congress expressed dissatisfaction with the economic conditions in the state, highlighting the adverse impact on the welfare of its members who are currently owed. Part of the resolution stated, “During the congress meeting of the Academic Staff Union of Universities Gombe State University chapter, held on Marc...
Restriction from May Election: Zuma Excluded by South Africa’s Electoral Body
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Restriction from May Election: Zuma Excluded by South Africa’s Electoral Body

South Africa's electoral commission announced on Thursday its decision to disqualify former president Jacob Zuma from participating in the upcoming May 29 general election. During a press briefing, commission president Mosotho Moepya stated, without elaborating, that an objection regarding Zuma's candidacy had been upheld. The relevant nominating party and objectors have been duly informed of the ruling, and an appeal can be lodged before April 2. At 81 years old, Zuma was ousted from office in 2018 amidst corruption allegations. He is now actively involved in the opposition political party uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) in an effort to reestablish his political career and undermine his former party, the ruling African National ...
Reps Criticize FIRS Boss for Ignoring Invitations
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Reps Criticize FIRS Boss for Ignoring Invitations

Following multiple invitations, the House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee criticized Mr. Zacch Adedeji, the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), for failing to appear before them, deeming it as a sign of disrespect towards parliament. During an investigative hearing in Abuja, PAC's Chairman, Bamidele Salam, expressed disappointment over Adedeji's absence. Previously, the committee had hinted at the possibility of using its authority to issue arrest warrants against heads of government agencies who refuse to attend oversight functions. At the recent event, Salam emphasized, “This marks the fourth consecutive invitation extended to the FIRS chairman, all of which have been disregarded. ...
Protest at UNIJOS due to water scarcity and power outage
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Protest at UNIJOS due to water scarcity and power outage

Students at UNIJOS recently took to the streets with placards that read messages like ‘No light to soak Garri’ and ‘’We no get SUG.” Some students carried empty buckets as a symbol of the severe water shortage on campus. In discussions with our correspondent, students expressed their distress, emphasizing how these challenges have negatively affected their academic pursuits. Josiah, one of the students, voiced his frustration, stating, “The school management’s indifference to our plight is concerning. We've been without water in the hostels for days while the ongoing power outage has left many students stranded.” Furthermore, students criticized the dissolution of the Students Union Government, leaving them without leadership and direction. Attempts to engage with the school managemen...