Authorities of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Wednesday confirmed the receipt of 91 Starlink communication terminals …
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Kogi: Police arrest key suspect in Ayegunle bandit attack
The Kogi State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing investigation into the deadly bandit attack on Ayegunle Community in Kabba…
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Oyo 2027: ADC chieftains, stakeholders demand Ilaka’s declaration as guber candidate
Chieftains and stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have demanded the declaration of Chief Oyebisi Ilaka as the party’s governorship candidate in Oyo State for 2027. The stakeholders, in a communiqué issued at the end of their meeting in Ibadan on Wednesday, said the result as presented by a faction of the party was […]
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Benue, AHF roll out lenacapavir injection for HIV prevention
The Benue State Government and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria have announced the rollout of Lenacapavir (LEN), a new long-acting HIV prevention injection, as the organisation called for increased funding for healthcare programmes to sustain gains in the fight against HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis in the state. AHF disclosed that the injectable Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), which […]
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Otti Urges States To Boost Revenue Beyond Federal Allocation
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti has reaffirmed his administration support to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) in its nationwide data verification exercise.
The strategic engagement, which took place on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the Governor’s Office, marked the formal commencement of the Commission’s verification exercise in Abia State, a critical national assignment aimed at reviewing and updating the data used in revenue allocation among the Federal Government, States, and Local Government Areas across Nigeria.
Receiving the delegation from the Commission, Governor Otti assured the team that his administration had already mobilized relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to cooperate fully and provide every required support to ensure a smooth and successful exercise.“We are happy that you are here on this National data verification exercise, and you can be assured that our team will provide you with all the support and information you require.
“The Honourable Commissioner for Finance and his team have been designated to pay attention to anything that you require.
“Information available to me is that we have been working well together, and I am sure that we will make your assignment seamless and easy,“ Governor Otti assured.
The Governor emphasized that while equitable revenue sharing remains necessary, the real pathway to long-term prosperity lies in strengthening internal revenue generation and building economically independent States capable of sustaining themselves beyond federal allocation.
He warned against continued overdependence on crude oil revenues, noting that the global economic landscape is rapidly changing as nations shift away from fossil fuels toward alternative energy sources and diversified economies.
“I have always held the view that resource distribution and allocation is important, resource generation is even more important.
“We will continue to enjoy the part while it lasts.
“What I am saying is that, this is okay for now. But, a more fundamental issue is how do we make States independent and have them generate enough revenue just in case they have no money to share. It may not be today, but it will happen someday,” Governor Otti said.
The Governor further highlighted the entrepreneurial strength, resilience, and innovative capacity of Abians, describing Abia State as a growing commercial and industrial destination with enormous untapped economic potential.
He encouraged members of the Commission’s delegation to explore the State’s thriving business hubs and witness firsthand the energy driving Abia’s emerging economic transformation under his administration.
Earlier in her remarks, the Team Lead and Federal Commissioner representing Ekiti State at the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, Hon. Omowumi Ogunlola, who delivered the address of the Commission’s Chairman, explained that the delegation was in Abia State to formally commence the nationwide data verification exercise currently being conducted across the Federation.
She noted that the exercise is constitutionally backed and forms a critical component of the ongoing review of Nigeria’s revenue allocation formula in line with changing national realities and developmental demands.
“Your Excellency, this visit formally marks the commencement of the critical National assignment of verifying and updating the data used in revenue allocation between the National Government, States and Local government areas.“This exercise is being undertaken in line with the Commission’s constitutional mandate under the 1999 Constitution, which empowers it to continuously review the revenue allocation formula to reflect changing realities,“ Hon. Ogunlola stated.
Hon. Ogunlola further appealed to the Abia State Government to facilitate access to relevant records and data, provide competent liaison officers, ensure smooth coordination with local government councils, and create a conducive environment for the successful execution of the assignment.
She also commended Governor Alex Otti for what she described as his remarkable achievements in governance and developmental leadership, stressing that the integrity and accuracy of data remain fundamental to ensuring fairness, equity, and justice in the sharing of national resources.
“It is therefore imperative that the data underpinning these indices are periodically verified and updated to reflect present-day realities.
“The ongoing review of the revenue allocation formula has reached an advanced stage, making it necessary to validate the integrity and accuracy of the data that will ultimately guide the distribution of revenue across the Federation,“ she added.
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Toxic odour hits Ijebu-Ode environment for third time in three months
Tribune Online gathered that several students and their teachers experienced discomfort when the air became polluted, and they were…
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Oborevwori inaugurates 18km of roads in Ndokwa West
…assures on Phase II of Utagba-Uno/Ndemili Road Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Wednesday, inaugurated three road projects with a combined length of about 18 kilometers in Ndokwa West Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to infrastructure development and reiterating support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. The projects inaugurated include […]
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Four Youth Corpers , Soldiers Die In Auto Crash
Six persons, including members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), were burnt to death following a motor accident that occurred on Wednesday along the Narehi area of the Girei-Song Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
A statement by the spokesman of the Adamawa Police Command, Suleiman Nguroje, said the “unfortunate incident involved a military Gun truck travelling from Gombi towards Yola and a commercial Hummer bus conveying five (5) passengers from Yola to Mubi”.
“Preliminary findings reveal that both vehicles were involved in a head-on collision, resulting in the commercial bus flipping over and bursting into flames,” Nguroje said.
“Tragically, all five passengers aboard the Hummer bus were burnt to death after the vehicle caught fire following the collision,” the statement read in part.
Preliminary identification revealed that four of the deceased were serving members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) posted to Adamawa State.
They were identified as Suleuman Juliet and Usman Shuaibu, who are both indigenes of Kaduna State. But the remaining are yet to be identified, the police said.
Police authorities confirm that one military personnel attached to the military vehicle lost his life as a result of the crash.
“The corpses have been evacuated to the Specialist Hospital, Yola, while efforts are ongoing to identify the remaining bodies and locate their families,” the police said.
Nguroje quoted the Commissioner of Police in Adamawa as expressing his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, the Nigerian Armed Forces, the National Youth Service Corps, and all those affected by this tragic incident.
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Peter Obi Is Not President Of Nigeria..Activist Justice Ozobi Tells Deji Adeyanju ( Opinion )
Dear Adeyanju Deji
It is unfortunate and disappointing that in civilized countries, activists are known for speaking the truth and holding oppressive governments accountable. But the opposite is happening here.
If I didn’t know better, I would think Peter Obi is the president of Nigeria because of how often you mention his name, even though he has chosen not to respond to you.
You abuse him, insult him, and humiliate him as if he did something terrible to you personally.
We have a government that is corrupt and pushing citizens to the point of suffering, yet our so-called activists are focused on someone who is not even in government, but only a former presidential candidate.
This is why many Nigerians believe you work for the APC. Otherwise, what does Peter Obi have to do with the current problems in the country?
I thought the goal of activism was to fight for justice in Nigeria.
Deji, stop calling yourself an activist. You sound more like a political thug who uses Peter Obi’s name to make money on social media. Apart from mentioning Peter Obi, you hardly get attention.
Peter Obi has become like a bank for you — you cash out by insulting him.
Many Nigerians don’t know how much social media pays you for the comments and engagement you get from attacking Peter Obi. But money made this way will not last.
Right now, you are worse than the politicians you claim to criticize.
The way you insult Mr. Peter Obi many people would think he slept with your daughter, wife or mother.
Activism is not $tupidity.
Remove yourself from actvist and take your position on content creators list .
Right now you are the same with sabinus. Comedian actvist
Justice Ozobi
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UNICEF, Osun govt partner to tackle out-of-school crisis via digital learning
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reaffirmed its partnership with the Osun State Government to tackle the rising number of out-of-school children using digital learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and skills development. The commitment was highlighted at the opening session of a two-day media dialogue titled “Digital Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Skills Development for Out-of-School […]
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