Month: October 2024

PRESIDENT TINUBU UNVEILS NATIONAL LOTTERY TRUST FUND 4-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN

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    In a bid to reposition the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) for greater efficiency and effectiveness, President Bola Tinubu, has unveiled a comprehensive 4-year strategic plan aimed at transforming the National Lottery Trust Fund operations and maximizing impact on GOOD CAUSES across Nigeria. The event, held at the Aso Villa Banquet Hall in Abuja, marked a significant milestone in NLTF’s history. Speaking on behalf of President, Senator George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, expressed confidence in the strategic document being unveiled, emphasizing its potential…

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Citizens for Public Accountability Calls on Presidency to Reorganize EFCC

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  In light of recent debates surrounding the legality of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), a civil society group, Citizens for Public Accountability, has called for the Presidency to consider reorganization measures. The group, led by prominent voices in anti-corruption and governance, suggests that a restructuring is needed to address concerns of political bias and to reinforce the agency’s independence. The statement from Citizens for Public Accountability highlights issues raised by several governors who recently announced intentions to challenge the EFCC’s operations in court. These state leaders argue…

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NUJ FCT Elections: Promote Unity, Remain Focused, Dr Ughegbe Urges Grace Ike Supporters

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By Ebriku John Friday Ahead of the December 4, 2024 election of Nigerian Union of Journalists, FCT Council, a stakeholder, Dr Lemmy Ughebe, Tuesday, counseled journalists supporting the candidature of Grace Ike to promote unity of Abuja NUJ, and remain focused. Ughebe made the call following the recent development in the process of nominating members of the Screening Committee that led to an uproar last week Saturday and concluded at yesterday’s emergency Congress. He said supporters should not allow anything that would jeopardize the chances of Grace Ike based on…

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Old Ogoja Province Denounces Biafran Agitation, Reaffirms Commitment To Nigeria

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By Ebriku John Friday A notable group in the Old Ogoja Province, the Who Is Who Forum in Northern Cross River State (WWFNCRS) has denounced the Biafran agitation and reaffirmed it’s commitment to the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The group in a press statement condemning the actions of the authors of the Biafran agitation signed by the convener, Papa Dorn Cklaimz Enamhe, “reject any attempts to forcibly include our region in the proposed Biafran state”. The statements reads, “We, the People of Old Ogoja Province in northern Cross River State,…

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Local Government Autonomy: A Blueprint For Economic Growth And Sustainable Development Of Rural Nigeria

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The autonomy granted to Nigerian local governments has automatically created multiple levels of functionalities that could be harnessed to transform the country’s vast rural society. This clearly shows how long the Nigerian people have been constrained by the 36 state governors over the past two and a half decades of democratic governance. It is crucial to understand that becoming the chairman of a Nigerian local government comes with a responsibility comparable to being the president of some small countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Australia. There are nations…

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NIGERIAN FARMERS TO BENEFIT FROM NATIONAL LOTTERY TRUST FUND’S LANDMARK SUPPORT INITIATIVE

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  In a move to revolutionize Nigeria’s agricultural sector, the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) commenced effort to support farmers across the country. This ambitious project is aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity, promoting food security, and contributing to Nigeria’s economic growth. The Executive Secretary, Comrade Tosin Adeyanju outlined NLTF’s food security plan for Nigeria during a meeting with Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security. “We are dedicated to delivering GOOD CAUSES and promoting social welfare. Our support for the agricultural sector is a strategic…

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SEC Ratifies, Endorses Impeachment Of Patrick Osadebamwen-led NUJ FCT Excos By Congress

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20/10/2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RATIFICATION AND ENDORSEMENT OF THE IMPEACHMENT OF MR. PATRICK OSADEBAMWEN’S LED NUJ FCT COUNCIL EXCOS BY THE CONGRESS Sequel to the development at the end of Congress of the Nigeria Union of Journalists ( NUJ ) FCT Council on Saturday October 19, 2024 held at the NUJ Secretariat Plot 4, Cadastral Zone, BO5, Ekukinam Street, Utako,Abuja which led to the impeachment of the State Working Committee ( SWC ) of the council by the members on the ground of gross violation of the provision of Article…

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Uproar As NUJ FCT Council Members impeach Patrick Osadebamwe led-EXCO

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…Accuse Chairman of high-handedness during nomination of Credential Committee …Rebuffed Policemen invited by embattled Chairman Hundreds of Members of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council on Saturday, impeached the Council Chairman, Patrick Osadebamwe and his Executive Council (EXCO). The aggrieved Journalists drawn from various Chapels across the nation’s capital city unanimously resolved to sign impeachment notice during the heated Congress held at Council’s Secretariat located in Utako District of Abuja. Prior to the nomination exercise, one of the Senior Journalists had drawn the attention of…

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Who Is Who Forum Hails Gov Otu At 65

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A frontline social development group, Who Is Who Forum of Northern Cross River State (WWFNCRS) has felicitated the Governor of Cross River State, Sen Prince Bassey Otu as he marks his 65th birthday today. The group in a statement joint signed by the convener and co-convener, Sir Dorn Cklaimz Enamhe and Johnny Agim SAN respectively applauded Governor Otu for “demonstrating a unique sense of leadership with commitment to the welfare of the people”. While acknowledging his inclusive style of governance, they thanked him for facilitating the repatriation of the remains…

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NUJ FCT Correspondents Chapel Mourns Loss Of Member, Elijah Olaluyi

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Correspondents Chapel has announced the sudden passing away of its member, Elder Elijah Olaluyi, describing it as a rude shock. Olaluyi died on Thursday October 17, 2024, at 9:45pm in Abuja after a brief illness. The late Olaluyi was not only a member of the Chapel, but also a unifying factor who played an advisory role in ensuring peace and stability within the union. Until his death, he was the senior Photojournalist with the New Telegraph Newspaper. In a statement issued on Friday…

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