By Tony Obiechina, Abuja A total sum of N1.411 trillion, being October 2024 Federation Accounts Revenue, has been shared to the Federal Government, States and the Local Government Areas. In a statement by Bawa Mokwa Director of Press and Public Relations on Wednesday, the revenue was shared at the November 2024 meeting of the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) held in Bauchi State and chaired by the Accountant General of the Federation. Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein. The FAAC meeting was held after the 2024 National Council on Finance and Economic Development (NACOFED) hosted by the Bauchi State Government. The N1.411 trillion…
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In recognition of the outstanding initiatives shaping public relations practice within and outside the nation, the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management has appointed Dr. Ike Neliaku, President, Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) as a member of the Africa Regional Council of the world’s Public Relations body. This appointment which was ratified at the last Board meeting of the Global Alliance is an evidence that the effort of the current Council of the NIPR in transforming public relations practice has positive impact on the public relations ecosystem. Describing the NIPR as “invaluable resource to Global Alliance and…
SeerBit, Africa’s most trusted payment solutions provider, has reaffirmed its pivotal role in shaping the future of the technology industry by impacting one billion lives at DevFest Lagos 2024 hosted on 15th and 16th November 2024 at Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. An annual conference organised by the Google Developer Groups Lagos (GDG Lagos), the highly interactive two-day event brought together developers, tech leaders, enthusiasts and innovators from all over Africa and beyond. Through various workshops, focal sessions, and product showcases, attendees explored the latest advancements and conversations shaping the tech landscape. As Gold Sponsor of the event, SeerBit reaffirmed…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has called on the Nigerian Airforce to intensify the use of their various platforms to bring an end to banditry and terrorism . According him, “you are key to this this fight and we must put our acts together on your active component to end this war”. Badaru who stated this during his operational visit to the Air Component Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA at Katsina state appreciated the heroic Air warriors who has continued to shine as beacons of hope, courage and resilience which is an inspiration to…
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has celebrated the local content achievements of his administration which he said has transformed the Osun economy and strengthened local businesses. The Governor, represented by his Deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi, made this declaration at the 2024 Trade Fair of the Osun State Chamber of Commerce and Industry held at the trade fair complex, Osogbo with the theme “Developing Osun Local Content Value Chain for Shared Prosperity” The State Governor reviewing his records on local content in the last two years said he was proud to announce that his administration has set an unrivaled record in…
President Bola Tinubu has written to the National Assembly, seeking approval of a fresh N1.767 trillion, the equivalent of $2.209 billion as a new external borrowing plan in the 2024 appropriation act. If approved, the loan will be used to part-finance the deficit of N9.7tn for the 2024 budget. The president’s request was read by the speaker during plenary on Tuesday, CHANNELS TV reports. The president has also forwarded the MTEF/ FSP 2025- 2027 to parliament and the National Social Investment Programme establishment amendment bill, to make the social register the primary tool for the implementation of the federal government’s…
By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has signed a Customs Mutual Administrative Agreement (CMAA) with its Indian counterpart to enhance bilateral relations. The signing ceremony which took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, coincided with the state visit of India’s Prime Minister to Nigeria on November 17, 2024. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, who represented Nigeria at the event, said the agreement marks the culmination of negotiations that began in 2016. Adeniyi described the agreement as a landmark development aimed at strengthening collaboration between the customs administrations of both nations. “The agreement…
Two employees of Cloud 7 Lounge, Taiwo Aponmade, 42 and Yusuf Qaudri, 24, were on Tuesday arraigned before an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stealing N80 million from their employer. The defendants, whose addresses were not provided, were arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy and stealing, to which they, however, pleaded not guilty. The Prosecution Counsel, Insp Sikiru Opaleye, told the court that the defendants conspired with others now at large to commit the offences. Opaleye said that the defendants, sometimes in 2023 and Oct. 27, 2024 at Cloud 7 Lounge, Old Bodija, Ibadan, stole N80 million, being…
In a bid to combat phone theft and protect users’ sensitive data, Google on Tuesday in Lagos announced new advanced theft protection features for Android devices in Africa and around the world. The announcement is contained in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) by Mrs Oluwaseun Odufuwa, Account Manager, Irvine Partners. The features, which are now available on most Android 10+ devices, use AI-powered theft detection, offline device lock, and enhanced security features to safeguard users’ devices and data. “Phone theft is a serious concern in many countries across Africa, including South Africa, a situation…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has approved the implementation of N70,000 national minimum wage for workers of the FCT Administration. The acting Head of Civil Service in the FCT, Mrs Grace Adayilo, who announced this in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday, said that the minister also approved the payment of three months arrears. Adayilo explained that the move was part of the minister’s commitment to the welfare and well-being of FCTA workers. “The gesture will further spur workers of the administration to support the minister’s efforts toward delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda of…