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Akwa Ibom Governor Allocates Additional ₦1.4 Billion For Gratuities Payment
Akwa Ibom Governor Allocates Additional ₦1.4 Billion For Gratuities Payment....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has honored his campaign promise by approving the immediate disbursement of an extra ₦1.4 billion for gratuity payments. This announcement was made in an official press release by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ekerete Udoh.
Of the total amount, ₦900 million has been allocated for retired state civil servants, while ₦500 million has been set aside for retired primary school teachers.
This move brings the total amount disbursed for gratuities to ₦16.1 billion within the ten months since Governor Eno’s inauguration, showcasing his commitment to people-centered governance.
The press release emphasized that while gratuities are rightful entitlements, the consistent release of funds for payment underscores Governor Eno’s dedication to prioritizing the welfare of retirees, particularly amidst the challenging economic circumstances in the country.
Governor Kefas Allocates ₦1 Billion for Gratuity Payment in Taraba State
Meanwhile, Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State recently approved the payment of ₦1 billion to clear the backlog of gratuities in the state. He also instructed the Ministry of Finance to ensure the immediate disbursement of the overdue entitlements.
Expressing regret over the delays, Governor Kefas reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting hardworking workers and retirees, emphasizing the unfairness of withholding their rightful entitlements after years of service.
In addition to the initial ₦1 billion, the governor authorized a monthly allocation of ₦200 million to address the backlog and ensure regular payments of gratuities.
Governor Kefas had pledged during his campaign to prioritize the issue of pensions and gratuities, affirming his administration’s unwavering dedication to promptly disbursing salaries, pensions, and gratuities.
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has met with the newly appointed British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Peter Vowles.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Obi disclosed that the meeting took place on Thursday, November 5, at the High Commissioner’s Residence in Abuja, where he held discussions with the diplomat and his team.
According to the former Anambra State governor, the conversation focused on governance, the welfare of Nigerians and preparations for the 2027 general elections.
Obi said he used the opportunity to urge the international community not to support any particular candidate or political party ahead of the polls.
Instead, he called on foreign partners to support Nigerians’ right to freely elect their leaders through transparent, free, fair and credible elections.
In a statement shared on his X account, Obi also congratulated the British High Commissioner and the people of the United Kingdom on the occasion of the birthday of King Charles III.
He wrote, “Today, November 5th, I had the honour of meeting with the new British High Commissioner to Nigeria and his team at the High Commissioner’s Residence in Abuja. I congratulated him and the British people on the occasion of the birthday of His Majesty King Charles III.
“Our discussions covered a wide range of issues, particularly governance, the welfare of Nigerians, and the forthcoming elections.
“I emphasised that our appeal to the international community is not for support for any particular candidate or political party. It is for something far more fundamental: the protection of the Nigerian people’s democratic right to freely choose their leaders through free, fair, transparent and credible elections.
“Democracy must be about the people, their choices and their future. I therefore encouraged the international community to continue standing with Nigerians, promoting accountability and insisting that the will of the people must prevail.”
Israel DMW, logistics manager to award-winning Nigerian singer Davido, has denied allegations linking his boss to the controversy surrounding Naira Marley following the death of his former signee, Mohbad.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
His response comes after social media critic VeryDarkMan, popularly known as VDM, released a video on Thursday explaining his fallout with Davido, Zlatan Ibile and other Nigerian entertainers.
VDM claimed that his disagreement with the singers stemmed from their differing positions during the campaign for justice for the late Mohbad.
He explained that his relationship with the artistes deteriorated after he allegedly obtained a WhatsApp group conversation in 2025, which he claimed suggested that some individuals within Davido’s circle were involved in his arrest in 2024.
The critic also alleged that he made several attempts to reach Davido for an explanation but received no response.
Reacting in a post shared on his Instagram page on Friday, Israel insisted that Davido had no involvement in Naira Marley’s ordeal during the Mohbad controversy and was not part of any plan to have VDM arrested.
He also dismissed claims that Davido had requested Mohbad’s music catalogue or attempted to sign Zino to his record label, describing the information allegedly given to VDM as false.
Israel wrote, “Dearest Nigerians, Oga had no hand in Naira Marley’s ordeals during his trying times in Mohbad’s case or in any plot to see VDM being arrested. Those who were in that WhatsApp group got there without his introduction or approval. Why would Oga be joining issues with Samklef?
“Oga called for Mohbad’s catalogue, or even tried to sign Zino? How na? Those who told VDM that fully lied.
“Serious pressure even came for Oga to unfollow Naira Marley on Instagram, and he said categorically, ‘No, no,’ that he wants the police to do their job. That he doesn’t want to believe any hearsay. Naira and Oga are cool. They even made a hit song.
“On the issue that happened in Naira’s house, it was our then Tolu 30bg who had issues with one of Naira’s boys. Nobody was beaten or attacked. Thank you all.”
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Jigawa State, Senator Sabo Mohammed Nakudu, has urged party members to continue their political activities despite the recent court judgment challenging the national leadership led by Senator David Mark.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Nakudu insisted that the development would not disrupt the party’s preparations for the 2027 general elections.
He called on ADC members and supporters in Jigawa State to remain united, calm and committed, stressing that the ruling would not bring the party’s political activities to a halt.
His position was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by his media aide, Mati Ali.
The governorship candidate described the judgment as erroneous and alleged that it was intended to distract the party from its political plans.
He also recalled that Justice Musa Liman of the Federal High Court had previously dismissed a similar challenge in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1637/2025.
Nakudu urged party members not to panic or allow the latest development to weaken their commitment. Instead, he encouraged them to intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections.
To demonstrate what he described as the party’s growing support, he cited the recent ADC presidential campaign rally in Kebbi State, which he claimed attracted a larger crowd than the earlier rally held in Sokoto State.
The former senator further alleged that there were attempts to weaken the ADC and frustrate its candidates, but maintained that such efforts would not stop the party’s activities or campaign programmes across the country.
He directed ADC members in Jigawa State to continue their regular political engagements and mobilisation efforts while awaiting further directives from the party’s National Headquarters.
Nakudu also assured supporters that the national leadership would take appropriate steps to address the court judgment and resolve the ongoing situation.
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