The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has criticized the Federal Government for weakening the effectiveness of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act through consistent underfunding. In a statement released on Wednesday in Taraba State and obtained by Daily Post, MRA revealed that only one percent of federal public institutions included allocations for FOI implementation in their 2025 budget proposals. According to the group, just 13 out of over 1,300 federal public institutions made provisions for FOI-related activities, with a combined allocation of ₦230.83 million. This represents a mere 0.000464 percent of the Federal Government’s proposed ₦49.74 trillion budget for 2025. Signed…
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The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has become a beacon of hope for the South-South region of Nigeria, bringing transformative projects, social interventions, and economic opportunities to communities once plagued by neglect and underdevelopment. From infrastructure upgrades to youth empowerment initiatives, the commission is changing lives and spreading smiles across the oil-rich region. One of the most visible impacts of the NDDC’s efforts is in infrastructure development. The commission has been at the forefront of building and rehabilitating roads, bridges, schools, and healthcare facilities, easing the challenges of daily life for residents. Key projects like the East-West Road, rural electrification…
President Bola Tinubu has refused to sign the Federal University of Education Numan, Adamawa State (Establishment) Bill, 2024, into law, citing key constitutional and technical concerns. In a letter presented to the Senate by its President, Godswill Akpabio, during a plenary session, Tinubu detailed the reasons behind his decision, which he made on December 23, 2024. The President highlighted concerns over Section 22 of the bill, which grants authority to the governor of Adamawa State to dispose of land belonging to the federal institution. Tinubu argued that such powers should rest with the President in matters related to federal government property,…
The Group Managing Director of GTI Asset Management and Trust Limited, Abubakar Lawal, has expressed his gratitude following the nomination of the organization as a recipient of the inaugural Newstap/SWAN Five Star Sports Award. Speaking on Tuesday during a visit by the management teams of Newstap Communication and the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to GTI’s corporate headquarters in Lagos, Lawal described the recognition as a validation of GTI’s contributions to Nigerian football. Reflecting on the company’s role as a strategic partner for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Lawal reaffirmed GTI’s commitment to supporting the growth of football…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended seven individuals suspected of internet fraud in Benin City, the capital of Edo State. The arrests were made on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, by operatives from the Benin Zonal Directorate of the commission. According to an official statement, the suspects were apprehended following credible intelligence regarding their alleged involvement in internet-related crimes. During the operation, the EFCC recovered several items, including a Lexus car, laptops, and mobile phones, believed to be connected to their illicit activities. The commission disclosed that the suspects will be charged to court as soon as ongoing…
In a concerted effort to address the persistent farmers-herders conflicts in Taraba State, local government chairmen and officials from the Bureau for Peace and Conflict Management have pledged to collaborate in fostering peace and finding sustainable solutions. This commitment was forged during a three-day capacity-building program organized by COMITAS with support from Search for Common Ground (SFCG). The event, which took place in Jalingo, the state capital, brought together key stakeholders, including local government officials, members of the bureau, media practitioners, academics, and conflict resolution experts, to discuss strategies for mitigating tensions in the state. Participants examined the root causes…
By Terna Chikpa, Jalingo The National Coalition of NGOs and Civil Society Organizations in Nigeria (NCNCSON), have call on governor Agbu Kefas to wade into the leadership crisis at the Taraba state college of Nursing and Midwifery Jalingo, and save the institution from collapsing. The coalition expressed fear that the institution may lost her reputation and global rating in training of quality nurses and midwives, if the crisis is not urgently handle. In a press statement signed by the association’s state president, Fidelis Nashuka, appealed to governor Kefas to wade into the situation and save the institution’s image. “We wish to express our…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has announced an initiative to provide free eye surgeries for 10,000 residents suffering from visual impairments, including cataracts across the state The announcement was made during the launch of a free eye surgery program in Maiduguri, the state capital. The initiative, as gathered by our reporter, is a collaboration between the Borno State Government and Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South in the National Assembly. Senator Ndume, WorldClass247News, learnt, contributed funds to cover the initial cost of surgeries for 500 individuals. Governor Zulum revealed that the program, initially planned to benefit 1,000 people, was…
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has sworn in Mr. Benson Ojeikere, an Edo State-born civil servant, as the Head of Service for Abia State. The swearing-in ceremony, held during the first enlarged State Executive Council meeting of the year, highlighted Governor Otti’s policy of embracing all residents of Abia as Abians and promoting the spirit of national unity as enshrined in the Nigerian National Anthem. Mr. Ojeikere, originally from Edo State in the South-South region, began his journey in Abia during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) posting in the late 1990s. His exemplary performance as a corps member earned…
The North East Development Commission (NEDC) was established to address the critical challenges faced by Nigeria’s North-East region, which has endured years of insurgency, economic setbacks, and infrastructural decay. Since its inception, the commission, as observed by WorldClass247News, has emerged as a beacon of hope, implementing transformative initiatives to rebuild communities, restore livelihoods, and foster development. One of the most pressing issues in the North-East has been the destruction of infrastructure, including roads, schools, healthcare facilities, and homes. The NEDC has spearheaded projects to rebuild critical infrastructure, ensuring that communities can access essential services. The commission, according to those who…