The Oyo State Government may soon be using legal action against residents and business owners domiciled in the state who evade the payment of taxes, an official said on Friday. Mr Olufemi Awakan, the Executive Chairman of Oyo State Board of Internal Revenue, disclosed in a statement in Ibadan it was time to clear all backlog of tax payments. “It is also time we ensure residents of the state fulfil their civic responsibilities and obligations to the state. “The payment of taxes and levies are not optional, as stated in Section 24 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of…
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Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, on Friday suspended recruitment into the state’s Civil Service until further notice. The governor also ordered review of all recruitments carried out by former Gov. Godwin Obaseki between May and November 2024. A statement by the Secretary to State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, accused heads of various Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of carrying out clandestine recruitments into the state’s Civil Service. “The governor is in receipt of report of the clandestine activities being perpetuated by some Commissions, Boards, Parastatals and Agencies of government in the state. “Preliminary investigation reveals that these bodies have continued…
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The 13th CAF Safe Stadium Initiative Workshop being organised by the Confederation of African (CAF) Safety and Security Department headed by Dr. Christian Emeruwa has ended in Kampala, the Ugandan capital. The three-day workshop hosted at Mandela National Stadium in Kampala came to an end on Thursday with the award of certificates to 40 successful participants comprising of Safety and Security Officers from the StarTimes Uganda Premier League Clubs, Federation of Ugandan Football Association (FUFA) Safety and Security Committee, Uganda Police, Airport Security and International Match Organisation Committee. Speaking on the successful workshop in…
Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has emphasized the vital role of public relations in amplifying Nigeria’s rich internal realities and shaping its global identity. Speaking at the World Public Relations Forum in Bali, Indonesia, Minister Idris highlighted Nigeria’s innovative efforts to foster a unified national narrative that resonates globally. Represented by the President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr Ike Neliaku, the Minister shared how Nigeria’s diverse culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and resilience define its identity. He underscored the importance of public relations in turning these strengths into a cohesive and influential national story.…
Madam Aishetu Ojeifo, mother of THE CONCLAVE publisher and editor-in-chief Sufuyan Ojeifo, on Thursday began her journey to her final resting place in Agbede, Edo State, with a wake at her residence in Owo, Ondo State. The session was coordinated by the pastorate of her local church -The Gospel Faith Mission, Alaafia Assembly, Owo. A plethora of testimonies of the life and times of the late Madam Aishetu Ojeifo featured prominently on the occasion. The sermon dwelled on acceptance of the Lordship of Jesus Christ and living a life of holiness as a precondition to securing eternal life in the…
…Infrastructure, Economic Transformation, Human Capital Development, Top List Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has presented the 2025 fiscal year budget of N606,991,849,118 to the Anambra State House of Assembly, in Awka, the State Capital, with a 48 percent increase from the 2024 budget of N410,132,225,272. Themed “Changing Gears 2.0” with emphasis on acceleration and execution, 70 percent of the 2025 budget is focused on Infrastructure, economic transformation, and Human Capital Development, which remains the kernel of Governor Soludo’s administration. Recurrent expenditures account for N139.5 billion (YoY growth of 45.0%), while capital expenditure is N467.5 billion (YoY growth of 48.9%). The Capital…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive officer of National Insurance Commission(NAICOM), Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin has identified weak corporate Governance practices, poor risk management and very low compliance culture as challenges to the Nigeria Insurance Industry. Mr Omosehin who stated this at the ongoing 2024 Insurance Directors Conference Wednesday in Lagos, said to overcome these challenges, the Board as the highest policy making organ for the various institutions must demonstrate genuine commitment and strict adherence to Governance, Risk, and Compliance principles. According to him, if carefully implemented, this will improve decision-making, increase transparency and accountability,…
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented Certificates of Return to the winner of the just concluded Ondo State Governorship Election, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and his Deputy, Adelami Olayide at the Conference Hall, INEC Headquarters, Abuja. The presentation rituals which was conducted on behalf of the Chairman of INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu on Wednesday by the Supervisory National Commissioner of Ondo State, Professor Kunle Ajayi witnessed a large number of the supporters of the governor who came to show solidarity to the Governor-elect. In his short remarks, Professor Ajayi said the Ondo election…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced the reassignment of the Pro-Chancellors and Chairmen of the Governing Councils of the Federal Universities of Oye-Ekiti and Lokoja sequel to the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to a statement by the Director of Press and Public relations of the ministry, Mrs Folashade Boriowo on Wednesday, the move is aimed at enhancing national cohesion and improve the governance of these institutions. Consequently,, the swapping involves Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba SAN being reassigned as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, while Engr.…
…REMOVES PRO-CHANCELLOR UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES IN OTUKPO President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the dissolution of the Governing Council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State, and the removal of Prof. Bernard Ifeanyi Odoh, the new Vice Chancellor, and Mrs. Rosemary Ifoema Nwokike, the registrar. The council, led by Ambassador Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe, included five other members: Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, and Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd. Gen. Funsho Oyeneyin. The sacking of the governing council and officials followed reports that the council illegally appointed an unqualified vice-chancellor without following due process. After the controversial appointment, the…