What will Nigeria look like with a regional system of government?
So, what’s a regional system of government? The government structureIt is imperative to note that Nigeria practised a hybrid of regional government and parliamentary system of government between 1960 and 1963. Pulse NigeriaShould Nigeria revert to a regional system of government as practised in the early 1960s, the current arrangement would collapse to accommodate a prime minister and premiers who would act as head of government at the regional level. Currently, Nigeria is partitioned into six main regions namely, South West, South East, South South, North West, North East, and North Central. With this in place, a major problem has been solved for a regional system of government if it ever happens.
Source:The Guardian
June 10, 2024 20:46 UTC
No date yet for training of recruits - Police commission
The Head of Press and Public Relations of PSC, Ikechukwu Ani said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. He said the training dates being speculated on social media were fictitious and should be ignored. According to him, the commission has been inundated by calls and messages from concerned Nigerians on the authenticity of the dates in the public space. ADVERTISEMENT“The commission is currently, working with the Nigeria Police Force to determine the training colleges and will make a formal announcement at the appropriate time,” he said.
Source:The Guardian
June 10, 2024 20:43 UTC
President Tinubu congratulates Chief Mbanefo on 94th birthday
Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, said this in a statement in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mbanefo is Nigeria’s former Permanent Representative to the United Nations and former Pro-Chancellor of the Universities of Lagos, Obafemi Awolowo, and Ahmadu Bello. He is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria. ADVERTISEMENT“President Tinubu salutes the accomplished accountant and administrator, and describes him as being from one of the finest stock and vintage class of Nigeria’s statesmen set apart by integrity, hard work, and patriotism.
Source:The Guardian
June 10, 2024 19:24 UTC
Finance Minister assures Microsoft team of conducive business environment
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has assured of the government’s commitment to creating a conducive business environment that will enable multinational companies to expand their investments in the country with a view to contributing to the nation’s economic growth and development. Mr Edun gave the assurance when he received a delegation in his office in Abuja from Microsoft Nigeria, led by Country Manager Nigeria, Olatomiwa Williams. The meeting, he said, marks a significant step forward in fostering a collaborative relationship between the Federal Government and multinational technology companies, driving economic development and innovation in Nigeria. Speaking earlier, Microsoft Country Manager for Nigeria, Olatomiwa Williams, stated that the team was on the visit to address recent media reports and explore potential areas of collaboration between the Federal Government and the technology giant. The Managing Director reassured the Minister that Microsoft remains committed to its operations in Nigeria, contrary to recent speculation.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 10, 2024 18:35 UTC
She was sentenced to prison for voting. Her story is part of a Republican effort to intimidate others
Just a few weeks earlier, a Texas appeals court had thrown out her five-year prison sentence for voter fraud. As Donald Trump claimed massive voter fraud in the 2016 election, Mason’s case was seen as part of a broader Republican effort to intimidate people from voting. Several Republican-led states have created units to investigate and pursue voter fraud charges. View image in fullscreen Ron DeSantis announces voter fraud arrests across the state, on 18 August 2022 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Her conviction came after another woman in Tarrant county, a legal non-citizen, had been sentenced to seven years in prison for also mistakenly voting.
Source:The Guardian
June 10, 2024 17:34 UTC
Why petrol price can’t drop as low as N300/ltr — Oil marketers
A group of oil marketers has explained why the petrol price cannot drop to as low as N300 per litre, denying reports that local refining of crude oil could reduce the pump price of petrol to as low as N300 per litre. The marketers emphasized that this reduction could only happen if the government ensured a steady supply of crude oil to local refineries, highlighting that foreign refineries were taking advantage of Nigeria. Why make Nigerians pay almost N700 per litre when allowing local refineries to operate would reduce the price? He explained, “One barrel of crude oil contains 159 litres and costs about $80. He argued that since crude oil, the raw material for PMS is priced in dollars, a substantial price reduction is unlikely.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 10, 2024 17:30 UTC
States work on total electricity subsidy removal, new tariff
The EA 2023 establishes a multi-tier electricity market framework comprising of a (i) single, wholesale federal electricity market, and (ii) retail sub-national electricity markets. Commenting on winding down electricity subsidies, the NGF said, “Electricity is a commodity and a product that must be paid for by consumers. “It should also be noted that continuing electricity subsidies may undermine the viability and sustainability of state electricity markets. “The debts should not be passed onto State Electricity Markets as it would make State Electricity Markets unviable. State electricity lawsThe NGF document also said states electricity laws have now come into existence, giving state authorities powers to develop legal, policy and regulatory frameworks over electricity matters within their states.
Source:Punch
June 10, 2024 16:14 UTC
Terrorists abandon captives in gunfight, Army rescues passengers on Delta road
In a post on its official X Handle on Sunday, the Nigerian army said its troops’ swift response to a distress call resulted in the rescue of passengers who had been kidnapped while travelling in a commercial bus. It said the troops upon receiving the distress call, rapidly mobilised and confronted the terrorists, who were armed with assorted weapons. According to the post, a fierce firefight ensued, compelling the terrorists to abandon their captives and flee the scene. “The rescued passengers have been taken into safe custody, where they are receiving necessary care and support. ADVERTISEMENT
Source:The Guardian
June 10, 2024 15:45 UTC
Euro 2024: complete guide to all 622 players
Coach Julian NagelsmannGroup Fifa rank Rank A 16The memory of a poor World Cup still lingers but results have improved since Nagelsmann took over. Read the team guide here. Star playerJamal MusialaStrengthsThe creativity in attack is promising with youngsters Musiala and Wirtz, who are now being fed passes by the returning Kroos. WeaknessesNagelsmann experimented wildly in the beginning and he and the players have not had much time together.
Source:The Guardian
June 10, 2024 14:45 UTC
EU raises Schengen visa fee to €90
More expenses await African nationals seeking visas to enter the European Union as the EU plans to increase visa fees starting Tuesday, according to Schengen visa statistics released on Saturday. The report stated that starting from Tuesday; African nationals would pay €90 instead of €80 for a Schengen visa applicationThe report stated that the EU had earned €3.4m from rejected Schengen visa applications submitted by Nigerian citizens. “This nationality group is especially impacted by visa rejections because it has high application rates and they are affected economically when placing visa applications” the report added. A recent study by EU Observer revealed that the Schengen visa rejections generated an amount of €130m in 2023. “In the previous year, this amount stood at €105m, showing an upward trend of Schengen visa expenses as well as rejection rates,” the report stated.
Source:Punch
June 10, 2024 13:32 UTC
Watch: Delhi Metro Turns Into WWE Ring As Women Slap, Punch Each Other
In recent years, the Delhi Metro has witnessed a concerning trend of physical altercations among commuters. The X user who shared this video wrote, “Will Delhi people ever improve? In response, many people highlighted how more and more fights are breaking out in an otherwise calm Delhi metro. An X user commented, “Brother, someone should turn off the AC of the metro. An X user commented, “I’m surprised to read the comments, where are you manners guys, women should be given a seat anyway.
Source:Punch
June 09, 2024 17:30 UTC
India’s Modi sworn in as PM for third term
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in on Sunday for a third term after worse-than-expected election results left him reliant on coalition partners to govern. Modi, flanked by officials from his Hindu-nationalist party and leaders his coalition members, vowed in a ceremony marking his formal assumption of power to “bear true allegiance to the constitution of India”. Modi’s Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ruled outright for the past decade but failed to repeat its previous two landslide wins this time around, defying analysts’ expectations and exit polls. Modi was followed immediately by top BJP aides Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah and Nitin Gadkari — the defence, interior and transport ministers in his last government respectively. Wearing a gleaming white kurta flowing shirt and trousers, Modi was the first of several ministers and deputy ministers sworn in by President Droupadi Murmu at the ceremony attended by several thousand people.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 09, 2024 17:20 UTC
Narendra Modi sworn in as India PM for third term
India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi was sworn in on Sunday for a third term after worse-than-expected election results left him reliant on coalition partners to govern. Modi, flanked by officials from his Hindu nationalist party and leaders of his coalition members, vowed in a ceremony marking his formal assumption of power to “bear true allegiance to the constitution of India”. Modi was followed immediately by top BJP aides Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah and Nitin Gadkari – the defence, interior and transport ministers in his last government respectively. Wearing a gleaming white kurta flowing shirt and trousers, Modi was the first of several ministers and deputy ministers sworn in by President Droupadi Murmu at the ceremony attended by several thousand people. The crowd included adoring BJP loyalists, as well as South Asian leaders, Bollywood celebrities such as legend Shahrukh Khan, and billionaire tycoons Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani, key Modi allies.
Source:Punch
June 09, 2024 17:11 UTC
4 ways mastering a new language can enhance your career
Learning a new language can enhance your career in different ways. It could advance your career prospectsGaining mastery in a language other than your native language or your country’s official language can improve your chances of being hired if you need a new job or being promoted if you’re already employed. New jobsAnother way a new language can enhance your career is that learning a new language can lead you to new jobs, including those of your dreams. Strengthens your earning potentialAs stated earlier, understanding a new language can enhance your career, and this will be evident when it opens you up to better opportunities and improves your earning potential exponentially. It not only improves your career, it affects every aspect of your life including your personal life.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 09, 2024 15:41 UTC
22 states spent N251bn on debt servicing in nine months – Report
Also, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, met a domestic debt of N219,617,660,991.63 and $46,569,647.22 in external debt among others. According to the report, Abia state disbursed N2.62bn to service inherited debts, while Akwa-Ibom spent N21.96bn in nine months on debt servicing. Anambra spent N5.12bn, Cross River spent N13.82bn, and Delta State spent N30.31bn to service loans obtained by former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa. Debt servicing not affecting OndoHowever, the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, admitted that the state government had been servicing debt incurred by the past administrations in the state without problem. He said, “Servicing debt is a responsibility of the government, and this administration is not defaulting on repaying those debts.
Source:Punch
June 09, 2024 14:14 UTC