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Lagos Assembly adopts report to stop houses for ex-governors, others

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SaharaWeeklyNG Reports That The Lagos Assembly on Thursday approved the report of its committee on the establishment which recommended the reduction of pensions to former governors and other affected officials by 50 percent.

Lagos Assembly adopts report to stop houses for ex-governors, others

The committee also expunged the provision of houses in Abuja and Lagos for former governors as stipulated in an earlier law operated by the state.

Lagos Assembly adopts report to stop houses for ex-governors, others

The report further showed a reduction in the number of vehicles to be made available to former governors and their deputies.

 

The Lagos Assembly Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa suggested that former governors should get two vehicles (a car and a van) instead of three as recommended by the committee.

 

He also suggested that the amended bill should provide that the cars be changed every four years instead of the three years recommended by the report.

 

While some of the lawmakers, at plenary, had suggested for an upward review of the pension for the affected public office holders by 75 percent, others urged that the pension remain as stipulated in the old law.

 

However, Obasa Lagos Assembly Speaker argued that it should be left at 50 percent, especially as the report had recommended the removal of houses and reduced other benefits.

 

While recalling the recent murder of the president of Haiti, Obasa said it was necessary to also secure the lives of the former officeholders.

 

“Under my office, I have seen former Speakers who we just had to intervene in their lives because of the situations they found themselves in an outside office. We have also seen former governors in a very bad situation,” he said.

 

Lagos Assembly Speaker Obasa noted the argument of his colleagues that the projected downward review of the pension for the former governors and others could also be affected by inflation and other economic considerations but reminded that the House must meet the wishes of the people one of which is a cut in the cost of governance.

 

“There is no argument, we must realize that this is democracy and it is all about the people. We are here because of the people. When we represent people, it is good for us to listen to them as well.

 

“We must realize that we would always go back to the people for support. So when we hearken to their agitations and reduce what existed, it shows that we listen,” Obasa Lagos Assembly Speaker told his colleagues adding that his suggestion for further reduction of the number of cars was because “as you age, your needs continue to decrease.”

 

Earlier some of the lawmakers had supported the report of the committee saying it would have a positive impact on the internally generated revenue of the state.

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NANS Commends NOA’s Leadership and Unveils Partnership to Uphold National Core Values

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NANS Commends NOA’s Leadership and Unveils Partnership to Uphold National Core Values

 

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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) extends warm commendations to the leadership and management of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) for their unwavering commitment to restoring Nigeria’s core values and fostering positive attitudinal change among the youth.

Following an absolutely engaging and productive meeting between NANS and NOA’s leadership, held on Friday, the 17th of March, 2024, NANS proudly announces its full support and partnership with NOA in championing initiatives geared towards national development and value reorientation.

Under the dynamic leadership of Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, Director-General of NOA, significant strides have been achieved in the past four months. Mallam Issa-Onilu’s visionary leadership has propelled the agency towards revitalizing the nation’s economic and patriotic landscapes, thereby reinforcing Nigeria’s identity and unity.

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Among the notable achievements within this short span include:

– Spearheading initiatives to reawaken the consciousness of Nigerian youth towards positive values and attitudinal change.
– Advocating for the adoption of the second stanza of the National Anthem as our national prayer, emphasizing the pursuit of peace and justice.
– Launching the National Value Charter, which outlines seven promises of the country to its citizens and underscores the importance of patriotism.
– Introducing innovative platforms like “The Mobiliser” app, designed to disseminate government policies, programs, and activities, while engaging Nigerian youths through quizzes and informative content.
– Intention to establish a Citizen Brigade, modeled after the Boy Scouts, comprising 1000 students from each state of the federation, including the FCT, totaling 37,000 individuals. This initiative aims to provide a platform to train and educate young people through a value system.

In addition to these accomplishments, Mallam Issa-Onilu has unveiled ambitious plans to further enhance NOA’s impact, including the imminent launch of the app and continuous efforts towards promoting national values and development.

Furthermore, NANS, under the leadership of the Senate President, Ekundina Segun Elvis, reaffirms its commitment to the partnership with NOA. Recognizing NOA’s extensive platforms for national orientation, NANS pledges to actively collaborate with NOA in advancing the nation’s core values and fostering positive societal change.

In conclusion, NANS urges the public to disregard any misinformation circulated by faceless individuals, as it does not represent the genuine interests of the association. Together, NANS and NOA stand united in their resolve to build a prosperous and morally upright Nigeria.

 

 

Signed,

Dist. Sen. Ekundina Segun Elvis
President of the Senate
National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) National.

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Orhionmwon Council boss inaugurates Ward SAs, Liaison Officers; Get monthly allowance ….says appointment; a call to serve

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Orhionmwon Council boss inaugurates Ward SAs, Liaison Officers; Get monthly allowance

….says appointment; a call to serve

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The Chief Executive Officer of Orhionmwon Local Government Council, Honourable Newman Ugiagbe has appointed twelve Special Assistants and sixty Liaison Officers representing the twelve-wards of Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State.

 

Orhionmwon Council boss inaugurates Ward SAs, Liaison Officers; Get monthly allowance
....says appointment; a call to serve

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He asked the new appointees to view this appointment as an opportunity to contribute significantly to the ongoing development of Orhionmwon while complementing the Council’s efforts in taking good governance to the grassroots.

Hon. Ugiagbe said the appointees were carefully selected by leaders of the various wards with special preference to those who have sincerely dedicated their time and resources to the growth of the party. He said nominations were also based on credibility, track records of loyalty to the party while also considering capacity to promote and propagate the activities of the government in their various domains.

“I want to congratulate you for the appointments, it’s a testament that you all have truly dedicated your time and resources to our great party. This is a reward for your loyalty, I want you to join me on the course of taking Orhionmwon to the next level. It’s a call to serve the people and I am confident you wouldn’t want to betray the confidence your Leaders reposed on you”.

Responding on behalf of the newly inaugurated appointees, Special Assistant to the Council Boss, Mr. Enogieru Osaro said, “as your foot soldiers representing you in our various wards and units, we’ll do our very best to ensure we deliver on our responsibilities. We appreciate the rare privilege to serve our people and we promise to be true disciples of this people’s friendly administration”.

According to the chairman, nominations are distributed fairly among the 12 wards of the local government with all interest seriously taken into account. He promised to expand the number of appointments to include more reliable and competent hands.

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NIGERIA OPENS LAND AND AIR BORDERS WITH REPUBLIC OF NIGER, LIFTS OTHER SANCTIONS

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NIGERIA OPENS LAND AND AIR BORDERS WITH REPUBLIC OF NIGER, LIFTS OTHER SANCTIONS

 

 

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President Bola Tinubu has directed the opening of Nigeria’s land and air borders with the Republic of Niger and the lifting of other sanctions against the country with immediate effect.

 

NIGERIA OPENS LAND AND AIR BORDERS WITH REPUBLIC OF NIGER, LIFTS OTHER SANCTIONS

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This directive is in compliance with the decisions of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government at its extraordinary summit on February 24, 2024, in Abuja.

ECOWAS leaders had agreed to lift economic sanctions against the Republic of Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Guinea.

The President has directed that the following sanctions imposed on the Republic of Niger be lifted immediately:

(1) Closure of land and air borders between Nigeria and Niger Republic, as well as ECOWAS no-fly zone on all commercial flights to and from Niger Republic.

(2) Suspension of all commercial and financial transactions between Nigeria and Niger, as well as freeze of all service transactions, including utility services and electricity to Niger Republic.

(3) Freeze of assets of the Republic of Niger in ECOWAS Central Banks and freeze of assets of the Republic of Niger, state enterprises, and parastatals in commercial banks.

(4) Suspension of Niger from all financial assistance and transactions with all financial institutions, particularly EBID and BOAD.

(5) Travel bans on government officials and their family members.

President Tinubu has also approved the lifting of financial and economic sanctions against the Republic of Guinea.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale

Special Adviser to the President

(Media & Publicity)

March 13, 2024

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