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Just In: Federal Government Pledges Support To States And FCT For Strengthening Food Security And Basic Services
Dr. Abdulkarim Obaje, the National Coordinator of the Nigeria Covid-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Programme, has announced that the Federal Government is set to aid states in addressing poverty, tackling basic infrastructural deficits, ensuring food security, and supporting small and nano businesses….CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During a courtesy visit to Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba on Wednesday, Obaje stated that with full support from the states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the implementation of NG-CARES would enhance access to livelihood support, food security services, and grants for vulnerable households and businesses across the country.
NG-CARES operates as a Performance for Results (PforR) program, with states and the FCT receiving reimbursement for funding developments in accordance with agreed-upon protocols.
Obaje explained, “The reimbursement is based on earned results which translates into a corresponding amount much higher than what the sub-national invested.” He highlighted that Taraba had utilized only $3.98 million out of the nominal allocation of $20 million to each state since the program’s commencement.
He emphasized that increased support from the state government would lead to better performance on the state delivery platforms, resulting in more favorable outcomes and funds for the state.
Governor Kefas assured the state government’s full commitment to supporting the NG-CARES Programme in Taraba. He urged the program’s implementation departments and agencies to adhere to guidelines outlined in the Implementation Manual for better results in the state.
Brazil’s President has called on global powers to reconsider their strategies after saying they have failed to end the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking at a summit of progressive leaders in Barcelona, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva urged the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council to adopt a new approach and take stronger responsibility for maintaining global peace.
He also criticised U.S. President Donald Trump for his frequent social media posts directed at Iran.
“We cannot wake up every morning and go to bed every night with a tweet from a president threatening the world and declaring wars,” Lula said.
APC Fires Back at Adeleke Over ₦300bn LG Funds Allegation, Blames Governor for Salary Crisis....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Osun State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded to claims by Governor Ademola Adeleke that local government officials under the party diverted about ₦300 billion meant for workers’ salaries.
Adeleke had made the allegation during a stakeholders’ meeting, accusing APC-controlled council officials of hijacking funds and forcing the state government to shoulder salary payments for local government workers, teachers, health staff, and pensioners for over a year.
He insisted he would not abandon workers, blaming the situation for delays in executing some state projects.
But in a statement, APC’s Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, dismissed the claims, accusing the governor of misleading the public and shifting blame.
The party alleged that Adeleke was responsible for the salary issues, claiming he refused to release electronic payment vouchers and other financial documents needed for processing payments.
APC also said pension-related records, leave bonuses, cooperative deductions, and other financial data had not been made available despite repeated appeals, insisting that funds were properly accounted for and available for use if approved.
The party urged pensioners and workers to seek clarification, insisting the situation could be resolved if the governor allowed due process to take place.
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has installed Oba Gbenga Adebowale Agbaje-Gorite as the new Eesalokun of Ilukuno Ekiti in Ijero Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to strict adherence to due process in the selection of traditional rulers.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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