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Bill Gates Highlights Low Tax Collection in Nigeria as Barrier to Health and Education Funding

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Bill Gates Highlights Low Tax Collection in Nigeria as Barrier to Health and Education Funding....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Bill Gates, has raised concerns about Nigeria’s low tax collection rates, which hinder the country’s ability to finance critical sectors like health and education. His remarks were made during the Nutrivision 2024 conference, a Pan-African youth dialogue on nutrition held in Abuja.

Responding to a question about financing mechanisms for large-scale public health initiatives, Gates noted, “Over time, there are plans for Nigeria to fund the government more than it does today. The actual tax collection in Nigeria is pretty low.” He emphasized that to improve education and health services, citizens must develop confidence in the management of government programs.

Gates highlighted the importance of running an efficient primary healthcare system, stating that trust in government capacity to deliver quality healthcare depends on effective management of health program funds. He urged for well-placed and adequately staffed healthcare centers to ensure that resources are utilized effectively. “If citizens want the education and health services, they must see that these programs can be run well,” he added.

Building credibility in health programs could enhance fiscal flexibility, allowing Nigeria to prioritize funding for primary healthcare. Gates expressed excitement about the ongoing efforts to enhance the credibility of health initiatives, stating, “As you get some fiscal flexibility, primary healthcare should be amongst the priorities that should be very funded.”

In addition to healthcare, Gates expressed optimism about Nigeria’s agricultural potential, suggesting that with the right strategies, the country could shift from being a net food importer to a major food exporter. He emphasized the need for improved credit facilities, comprehensive soil surveys, and effective advisory services for farmers as essential steps for this transformation.

“Nigeria today is a net food importer, yet given its geography, if the right resources are available, there is an opportunity to more than double its food output,” Gates stated. He pointed out that boosting agricultural productivity, particularly in rural and northern regions, is vital for improving incomes.

Furthermore, Gates advocated for leveraging digital technologies and adopting improved seed varieties to trigger an agricultural “miracle” in Nigeria. Such advancements could enhance the economy while addressing equity and nutrition challenges across the nation.

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2027 Power Struggle: Nwebonyi Rubbishes Rumors Of Single-Term Zoning For Ebonyi North.

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Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi, the Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, has rejected assertions that he is breaching a zoning agreement that would supposedly limit Ebonyi North senators to one term. Addressing claims from his APGA challenger, Chief Chikadoli Ojimba, who recently called for him to step down, Senator Nwebonyi stated there is no constitutional or political mandate requiring him to abandon his 2027 reelection bid.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking to the press in Abakaliki on Sunday, the Senator pointed to the precedent set by former Governor Sam Egwu, who successfully served two terms in the Senate, to argue that the alleged one-term policy lacks binding authority. Highlighting his own constituency initiatives and record, Nwebonyi stated he faces no serious competition for his seat and emphasized that public service should be defined by sacrifice rather than personal gain.

Additionally, the Senator expressed strong support for the APC’s prospects in Ebonyi State and lauded President Bola Tinubu for prioritizing infrastructure development in the South-East. He further praised Governor Francis Nwifuru as a unifying leader, dismissing rumors of friction within the Izzi clan and calling on stakeholders to prioritize the state’s collective development over divisive politics.

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High-Stakes Rescue Mission: Tinubu Dispatches Security Chiefs And CoS To Oyo Over Mass Abduction.

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Following the kidnapping of 46 teachers and pupils from Baptist Nursery and Primary schools in Oyo State, a high-level presidential delegation has arrived in Ogbomoso. The officials are currently en route to the affected villages of Esiele and Yawota, located within the Orire Local Government Area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The mission is headed by Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and Inspector General of Police Tunde Disu.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               The team also includes Minister of Defence General Christopher Musa, Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe, and Special Adviser on Public Communications Sunday Dare. According to Sunday Dare, President Tinubu has initiated coordinated operations to ensure the victims are safely released and the kidnappers are apprehended.

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London Turns Red: Arsenal Fans And Players Party Through The Night Despite European Exit [Photos].

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On Sunday, May 31, 2026, thousands of Arsenal fans flooded the streets of north London to celebrate the club’s first Premier League title since 2004, successfully shifting the focus from their Champions League final loss the previous day. Adorned in red and white, supporters lined the route through Islington, waving flags and lighting flares as an open-top bus parade moved through the area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The festivities, which began after 2 p.m. at the Emirates Stadium, wound through Highbury, Canonbury, and Upper Street before concluding back at the stadium. This parade honored a league victory confirmed on May 19, ending a 22-year championship drought. During the event, fans were seen climbing trees and rooftops to see Mikel Arteta’s squad as the players showcased the Premier League trophy. The procession included four buses, one of which carried the Arsenal Women’s team, winners of the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup this past February.

This celebration followed a heartbreaking 1-1 draw against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final in Budapest on Saturday, where Arsenal ultimately fell in a penalty shootout after misses by Eberechi Eze and Gabriel Magalhaes. Despite the European defeat, the Premier League title held immense significance for the team, coming after three consecutive seasons as runners-up. Reflecting on the massive turnout, journalist Matt Graveling described the celebration as the largest sporting event he had witnessed in his 15-year career.

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