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PDP Blasts Akwa Ibom’s N31.6bn Education Budget, Calls For Urgent Revision.

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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, known as PDP Advocates for Peace and Justice (PAPAJ), has strongly criticised the Akwa Ibom State Government over its N31.6 billion allocation to the education sector in the 2026 budget, branding it a mockery of the much-touted ARISE Agenda. The group has urged the State House of Assembly to review the budget and increase funding for education in line with national and international standards.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the budget breakdown, the allocation represents only 2.27 per cent of Akwa Ibom’s N1.39 trillion 2026 budget. In contrast, other states such as Anambra, Enugu, and Kano are committing 46.9 per cent, 32.3 per cent, and 30 per cent of their budgets to education, respectively.

In a statement issued in Uyo by PAPAJ Chairman Dr. Tom FredFish and Secretary Mr. Savour Uko, the group condemned the low allocation, noting it falls significantly short of UNESCO’s recommended 15 to 20 per cent public expenditure benchmark for education. They described the budget as evidence that the state government is undermining education despite its ARISE Agenda, which emphasizes education as a core pillar.

The group warned that neglecting the sector could have dire consequences for the state’s youth, workforce, and long-term development. PAPAJ called on the Akwa Ibom State Government and House of Assembly to urgently review the budget and substantially increase funding for education, cautioning that failure to act would expose the ARISE Agenda as insincere.


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THE ULTIMATE PRAISE: Mourinho Drops Jaw-Dropping ‘Incredible’ Verdict After Mbappé’s Epic Hat-Trick!.

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Real Madrid manager José Mourinho lauded Kylian Mbappé as “incredible” following the French forward’s hat-trick performance in a victory against Real Sociedad. In post-match remarks to Real Madrid’s official website, Mourinho characterized the 27-year-old’s performance level as “stratospheric” and highlighted his strong drive to cement his legacy at the Santiago Bernabéu. Describing Mbappé’s multifaceted impact, the coach emphasized that the player does not merely wait for service in front of goal; rather, he drops deep to generate chances, links up effectively with teammates—such as executing a one-two with Jude Bellingham—and contributes heavily to the team’s overall build-up play, complementing a collective team effort that Mourinho noted is crucial even when coaching elite talent.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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THE ULTIMATE SHOCKWAVE: Okoya’s Son Drops Bombshell And Quits Music Forever!.

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Nigerian Afrobeats artist Raheem Okoya—son of renowned industrialist Rasaq Okoya—announced on Wednesday via Instagram that he is stepping away from professional music release. What initially started as a casual hobby and bonding activity with friends evolved into a professional career featuring major performances and recognition from childhood idols. However, over the past year, balancing music with his other obligations became increasingly difficult. Stating that he could no longer provide the craft with the required patience and dedication, he chose to make a professional exit.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

While the “Siraheem music” era is wrapping up—just months after the May 1, 2026 release of his eight-track debut project, By The Order Of The City—Raheem noted that he plans to channel his creativity into new ventures. He added that music remains therapeutic for him, leaving open the possibility that his unreleased album might eventually see the light of day. Since beginning his professional music journey around 2022, he built an audience through tracks like Bad Bitch Syndrome, Kowope, SOWETO, and TRU$T FUND.

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THE ULTIMATE SHOCKWAVE: Tinubu Orders Massive NFF Overhaul In High-Stakes Directives!

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mandated a thorough restructuring of Nigerian football, citing ongoing struggles and failure to qualify for major international tournaments. In a Thursday statement issued through Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, the President emphasized that despite advancements in other sports following the re-establishment of the National Sports Commission (NSC), football continues to suffer from deep-seated structural deficits in governance, administration, and accountability.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

To execute this overhaul, Tinubu instructed NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko to collaborate with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) secretariat on a wide-ranging consultative process, while stressing the necessity of coordinating with FIFA and CAF to avert any penalties related to government interference. This presidential directive closely follows the resignations of NFF President Ibrahim Gusau and General Secretary Muhammad Sanusi.

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