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Chief Sunny Onuesoke, a PDP Chieftain, has suggested that the Nigerian government should either scrap or restructure the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) programme. He argues that the programme has outlived its usefulness and is no longer relevant due to rising insecurity and abuse of the scheme. Onuesoke proposes transforming the NYSC into a regional human development programme that focuses on vocational skills and entrepreneurship.
Nigeria's economy is facing acute revenue shortage, largely due to low investment in the oil sector and rampant pipeline vandalization. The latest GDP report highlights the challenges faced by the country, with a lower growth rate in Q2'23 compared to the previous year. The services sector emerged as a growth catalyst during this period, while the non-oil sector demonstrated resilience. However, to achieve inclusive growth and tap into its full potential, Nigeria needs to address these pressing issues.
Exploring the significance of embracing Nigerian-made products and the potential they hold for economic growth and cultural preservation.
Two Nigerians have filed a petition accusing Mr. Abubakar Tela Sulaiman, the Assistant Director of Finance at the Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority (UBRDA), of abuse of office, compromise, and massive fraudulent perversion of the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS). The petitioners allege that Sulaiman has been pocketing his immediate boss and manipulating the payment system to enrich himself and his cronies. The Federal Ministry of Water Resources has set up a committee to investigate the allegations.
The Labour Party has condemned the attack on its Secretariat in Imo State and has called on the Inspector General of Police to caution Governor Hope Uzodinma. The party is seeking public intervention to prevent further intimidation and violence against opposition parties in the state.
The Gombe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has responded to allegations that the distribution of palliatives in the state was based on political considerations. The Executive Secretary of SEMA, Mr Abdullahi Abdullahi, stated that the palliatives were distributed fairly to the most vulnerable in the state, regardless of political affiliation. He emphasized that the palliatives were meant for the people of Gombe and not just members of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, has requested a U.S. court to reject the release of his academic records from Chicago State University (CSU) due to the potential risk of Nigerian bloggers using the information to tarnish his reputation further. Tinubu's lawyers argue that previous records released by the university in 2022 became weapons in the hands of bloggers to attack his character. The opposition leader, Atiku Abubakar, has sought the release of Tinubu's records to address inconsistencies in his gender, graduation date, and age. Tinubu is strongly opposing the release to protect his political standing and integrity.
The Gombe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) responds to allegations of political considerations in the distribution of palliatives by the state government. Find out the reasons behind the claims and the agency's justification for the distribution process.
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs to discontinue the processing of visas for all government officials seeking to travel to New York for the United Nations General Assembly. This directive is aimed at reducing the cost of governance in Nigeria.
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has taken the decision to compulsorily retire four Deputy Inspectors General of Police (DIGs) and appoint new ones. This move is aimed at upholding discipline and discouraging status reversal within the Nigeria Police Force. The retired DIGs have been replaced by four Assistant Inspectors General of Police who have been elevated to the rank of DIGs.
A constitutional lawyer, Festus Ogun, has stated that a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Discharge/Exemption certificate is not required for appointment into political offices. This comes in response to the controversy surrounding the NYSC status of the minister of art, culture and creative economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa. Critics have called for her to vacate office after it was disclosed that she is currently undergoing her national youth service. However, Ogun argues that the NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate is only necessary for employment in the civil service and private establishments, and not for political appointments.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has set clear goals for the newly inaugurated ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. He expects them to meet the expectations of the people and work towards achieving the reforms he has set in motion. Failure to perform will not be tolerated, as Tinubu views it as a failure on his part as well.
The National Gas Expansion Programme (NGEP) has accused the oil and gas cartel of hindering its efforts to promote alternatives to petroleum motor spirit (PMS) after the removal of fuel subsidy. NGEP Chairman, Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim, called for government consistency and highlighted the capacity of filling stations to become multi-fuel stations. The article discusses the challenges faced by NGEP and the potentials of gas alternatives, while shedding light on the frustration with accessing NGEP funds in the Central Bank of Nigeria.
The appointment of Hannatu Musawa, a serving corps member, as the Minister of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy by President Bola Tinubu has sparked a Constitutional debate among lawyers in Nigeria. While some argue that the appointment is within the bounds of the law, others believe it violates the NYSC Act. This article delves into the different viewpoints and highlights the controversy surrounding Musawa's appointment.
Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 2.51% in real terms in the second quarter (Q2) of 2023, according to the Nigerian Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The growth was primarily driven by the Services sector, which contributed 58.42% to the aggregate GDP. The agriculture sector also showed improvement with a growth rate of 1.50%. However, the industry sector experienced a decline in growth compared to the previous year.
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