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Nigerian Immigration Officers Abroad Struggle With Unpaid Allowances, Face Hardships
Nigerian Immigration Officers Abroad Struggle With Unpaid Allowances, Face Hardships....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) officers on foreign missions have voiced their struggles over the non-payment of their allowances since December last year. The officers, who spoke anonymously with Daily Trust, revealed that while their October and November 2023 allowances were eventually paid in March, they have not received any further payments, leading to severe hardships…….CONTINUE READING
The allowances, which include housing, health, and utility expenses, are crucial for the officers, especially given the high cost of living in foreign countries. One officer highlighted that rent abroad is typically paid monthly, unlike in Nigeria where it is paid yearly, with monthly rents often exceeding $2,000. This financial burden has been exacerbated for those living abroad with their families, a requirement intended to ensure their full commitment to their duties.
The situation has left many officers struggling to cope with basic responsibilities such as feeding, education, and other family necessities. “Things are more expensive in many countries than in Nigeria,” one officer noted, emphasizing the financial strain they are under.
Adding to their frustration, the NIS’s decision to prioritize payments for only two missions has left many officers in other countries without their due allowances. This selective payment approach is seen as problematic, undermining the financial stability of many attachés and potentially causing embarrassment for the officers and the nation.
One officer explained the critical role they play in facilitating visas, supporting the Nigerian government’s ease of doing business agenda, and assisting Nigerians abroad with services such as passport renewals. The non-payment of allowances, he argued, not only hampers their ability to perform these essential duties but also risks tarnishing Nigeria’s reputation.
The officers stressed the importance of resolving these payment issues to avoid further hardships and embarrassment. Ensuring the timely and complete payment of allowances is crucial for maintaining the effective operation of the missions and supporting the officers who represent Nigeria abroad.
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Tyson Fury Vows To Knock Out Anthony Joshua Within Seven Rounds
British heavyweight contender Tyson Fury has stated his intention to defeat fellow countryman Anthony Joshua within seven rounds when they square off at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on December 11. Fury dismissed Joshua as a mere “stepping stone” on his path to securing a third encounter with Oleksandr Usyk.`....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Prediction and Strategy: Speaking via the Furocity YouTube channel, Fury expressed absolute confidence in his ability to stop Joshua within six or seven rounds, labeling him an “old bum” and a “weightlifter” lacking sufficient speed and cardio.
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Focus on Usyk: Fury indicated that he views the upcoming bout as a warm-up exercise before targeting a rematch against Usyk in the United States, where he believes officiating will be fairer.
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Long-Awaited Bout: Reflecting on past failed negotiations and a missed face-off at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium earlier in the year, Fury admitted he is thrilled to finally secure the matchup.
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Mutual Respect: Despite his usual pre-fight trash talk and labeling Joshua a “coward” regarding past face-offs, Fury maintained that he will respect the outcome and shake hands with his opponent regardless of who wins.“““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““`
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“IT WAS A HARD PILL TO SWALLOW!” — Area Fada Charly Boy Breaks Silence On Daughter Coming Out As Lesbian.
Veteran entertainer Charly Boy has discussed his journey to accepting the sexual orientation of his two daughters, emphasizing love and parental adaptability.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In an interview with Punch, Charly Boy revealed that his younger daughter was the first to come out as a lesbian, followed later by her elder sister. Although he initially struggled with the news, he adapted quickly out of a deep love for his children.
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Initial Reaction: The entertainer admitted that the revelation was initially “a hard pill to swallow,” particularly regarding his younger daughter who had not yet had children at the time.
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Focus on Happiness: Regarding his older daughter—who is a mother of six and a grandmother—he noted that an adult woman has the right to choose her path, stating that his primary concern is her happiness.
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Modern Parenting: Charly Boy emphasized that he chose to be a supportive and open-minded father rather than rigid, noting that contemporary parenting with millennials and Gen Z requires guidance rather than old-fashioned commands.
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TRADITION VS. MARRIAGE: Olu Of Warri’s Wife Unloads On Husband’s Defiant Stance On Polygamy
Ivie Atuwatse III, queen consort and wife of Ogiame Atuwatse III, the 21st Olu of Warri, recently discussed her marriage to the monarch and the unique dynamics of royal life in an interview with BBC News Pidgin.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Pride in the Monarch: Queen Ivie shared that one of her greatest joys is watching the public recognize and celebrate her husband’s personality, achievements, and qualities, noting that it reinforces her own deep admiration for him.
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Balancing Royal Duties: She acknowledged that being married to a traditional ruler comes with challenges, particularly managing the monarch’s heavy responsibilities and public demands, which often limits their private time as a couple.
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Addressing Polygamy: Speaking on the subject of marriage traditions, the queen consort remarked that the monarch’s stance on polygamy remains unchanged, adding with humor that she feels like multiple women in one and is entirely content.
The couple, who have been married since 2014 and share children, continue to navigate public life together following the monarch’s ascension to the throne in 2021.
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