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The Federal Government, states and local government councils shared a total sum of N2.257 trillion from the Federation Account in April.

Director, Press and Public Relations, Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.

The revenue was shared at the May 2026 Federation Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, meeting held in Abuja.

The N2.257 trillion total distributable revenue comprised distributable statutory revenue of N1.260 trillion , distributable Value Added Tax, VAT, revenue of N747.088 billion, and augmentation of N250.000 billion.

This indicated that total gross revenue of N3.184 trillion was available in the month of April 2026. The total deduction for cost of collection was N113.756 billion, while total transfers, refunds, and savings were N813.839 billion.

According to the statement, gross statutory revenue of N2.378 trillion was received for the month of April 2026. This was higher than the sum of N1.699 trillion received in the preceding month by N678.224 billion.

Gross revenue of N806.617 billion was available from VAT in April 2026. This was higher than the N664.425 billion available in the month of March 2026 by N142.192 billion.

The communiqué stated that from the N2.257 trillion total distributable revenue, the Federal Government received a total sum of N787.351 billion, and the state governments received a total sum of N772.360 billion.

The local government councils received N540.152 billion, while the sum of N157.254 billion (13% of mineral revenue) was shared with the benefiting states as derivation revenue.

On the N1.260 trillion distributable statutory revenue, the statement stated that the Federal Government received N580.942 billion and the state governments received N294.661 billion.

The local government councils received N227.172 billion, and the sum of N157.254 billion (13% of mineral revenue) was shared with the benefiting states as derivation revenue.

From the N747.088 billion distributable VAT revenue, the Federal Government received N74.709 billion, the state governments received N410.898 billion, and the local government councils received N261.481 billion.

The Federal Government received N131.700 billion of the N250.000 billion, the state governments received N66.800 billion, and the local governments received N51.500 billion.

In April 2026, Companies Income Tax, CIT, CGT, SDT, import duty, oil and gas royalty, and VAT increased significantly, while Petroleum Profit Tax, PPT, and hydrocarbon tax, HT, decreased considerably.

Excise duty and CET levies decreased marginally.

BREAKING: FAAC: FG, states, LGs share N2.257tn April revenue

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) spokesman, Media and Publicity Secretary, Comrade Emma Powerful, has berated the Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, over his attack on the former Governor of Anambra State…

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Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has charged members of the National Youth Service Corps deployed to the state to reject groups and individuals with violent and divisive inclinations.

Rather, he advised them to align themselves with patriotic and visionary Nigerians who are committed to building a peaceful, united, and prosperous nation.

Eno, who was represented by the Commissioner for Youth Development, gave the advice in his address at the swearing-in ceremony of over 1,471 of the 2026 Batch B Stream 1 corps members deployed to the state on Monday.

He charged the corps members, whom he described as critical stakeholders in the Nigerian project, to work towards bridging gaps and fostering understanding among the ethnic nationalities of the state, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to their welfare and safety throughout their orientation period.

“Do not allow yourselves to be used by individuals or groups who promote division, violence, and disaffection. Rather, align yourselves with patriotic and visionary Nigerians who are committed to building a peaceful, united, and prosperous nation.

“As critical stakeholders in the Nigerian project, you must work towards bridging gaps and fostering understanding among our people. The nation looks up to you to inject fresh energy, vision, patriotism, and innovation into our collective quest for a better tomorrow.

“Here in Akwa Ibom State, we remain committed to your welfare and safety. My administration will continue to provide an enabling environment where you can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of the state.

“Be assured that your lives and property, as well as those of every citizen and resident, will be protected against any form of threat, harassment, or abuse,” Eno said.

He also urged them to take advantage of the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme to learn a skill and develop themselves, noting that with limited employment opportunities, corps members must position themselves as job creators, not job seekers.

According to him: “I urge you to take full advantage of the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme. Learn a skill and develop your entrepreneurial potential.

“In a world where formal employment opportunities are increasingly limited, you must position yourselves to become job creators rather than job seekers. Let this opportunity ignite in you a spirit of enterprise, creativity, and innovation.”

The State Commissioner for Youth Development, Dr. Ekerete Ekanem, who was represented by the Director of Administration and Supply covering the duties of the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mr. Anthony Isonguyo, urged the corps members to embrace community development initiatives with passion and dedication in order to make a lasting impact, especially in rural communities.

In her remarks, the State Coordinator of NYSC, Mrs. Akuagbaogu Rosemary, reminded the governor of his pledge to upgrade the orientation camp, noting that the rains have worsened facilities in the camp.

The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Justice Ekaette Fabian Obot, who was represented by Justice Ekpo Ntekim, administered the oath of allegiance on the corps members.

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Germany on Sunday created history by breaking Brazil’s goals record after thrashing Curacao 7-1 in their World Cup opener.

Kai Havertz’s second goal and the final one of the match took Germany to 239 goals in the history of the World Cup tournament.

Havertz scored a brace, as Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown and Denis Undav also scored one goal each.

Meanwhile, Brazil had played a 1-1 draw with Morocco on Saturday.

Vinicius’ lone goal against Morocco took the Seleção’s tally to 238 goals in the history of the World Cup.

This means that Germany is now one goal ahead of Brazil in World Cup history.

Brazil is likely to overtake Germany when they face Haiti in a Group C clash on Friday, while Germany will take on the Ivory Coast on Saturday.

World Cup 2026: Germany break record held by Brazil

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funmi Awelewa, has opened up about her emotional struggles.

The actress said she is exhausted from dealing with betrayal.

Awelewa opened up in a post shared via her social media handle.

She cried out, “I’m tired!! For the first time!! I’m tired of Agbaromoni ta koni. Oga tomu aparo’moni tako ni lowo. Every time, every year! It took me years to heal from betrayal and childhood trauma. Orijafunmi is a name, but at this point, make Allah fight this battle, abeg.

“For the first time in my life, I’m Tired! Looking back on what I experienced while growing up, the same issues. Today I break down feeling lonely and sad!!!!!!. I’m tired of meeting the wrong people.

“I’m not lucky in seeing myself in people. OLORUN JAFUNMI cuz Ogo yi mu iro pipa moni dani.”

‘I’m tired’ — Nollywood actress Funmi Awelewa opens up on emotional struggles

African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship candidate in Jigawa State, Sabo Nakudu, has vowed to leave Nigeria if the All Progressives Congress, APC, wins the 2027 general election without improving the living conditions of citizens.

Nakudu made this vow while receiving members of the ADC youth wing in Jigawa State.

The governorship candidate expressed concern over what he described as the growing hardship across the country and warned that young Nigerians would continue to suffer if urgent steps are not taken to address the nation’s challenges.

He noted that the inability of successive governments to provide basic needs has left many citizens frustrated and uncertain about the future.

According to him, access to essential services such as clean water, electricity, education and security should not remain campaign promises decades after Nigeria attained independence.

Nakudu added that it was disappointing that many communities still struggle to get potable water and stable power supply, adding that governments should be assessed by the impact of their policies on the daily lives of ordinary people.

“I will leave Nigeria if the APC wins the 2027 general elections. The younger generation will bear the greatest consequences if the current situations of unemployment, insecurity and poor infrastructure persist.

“Don’t distance yourselves from politics but to participate actively in the democratic process. Only leaders who are committed to development and accountability should be entrusted with public offices,” he said.

2027: I’ll leave Nigeria if APC wins -Jigawa ADC guber candidate vows

Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has said that he is neither under investigation nor has any court ordered his arrest over alleged certificate forgery.

In a statement on Monday, signed by his spokesperson, Robert Ngwu, the former minister described reports that his arrest has been ordered by a court as false and misleading, alleging that it was part of a campaign to damage his reputation.

Nnaji insisted that he is neither in hiding nor under investigation by any law enforcement agency.

He equally maintained that neither he nor his legal team has received any invitation, summons, warrant or correspondence from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC.

“Our attention has been drawn to yet another publication alleging that a court has ordered the arrest of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji.

“We wish to state unequivocally that Chief Nnaji is not in hiding and has never evaded any law enforcement agency,” the statement read.

The statement further noted that Nnaji has lived for years at his residences in Asokoro, Abuja, and Independence Layout, Enugu, both of which it said are well known to relevant authorities.

According to the statement, neither Nnaji nor his legal team, led by Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN, has received any formal communication from the ICPC regarding the allegations.

It also disclosed that Nnaji is already before the Federal High Court in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1909/2025 – a case he initiated to seek judicial clarification on issues relating to his academic records, including the release of his transcript.

The statement added that the matter is still pending before the court and has not been determined.

Alleged certificate forgery: No court ordered my arrest – Tinubu’s ex-minister, Nnaji

A Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to reinstate the registration of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN)…

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The United Kingdom has appointed Peter Vowles as its new High Commissioner to Nigeria.

The appointment was announced on Monday by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, FCDO, which disclosed that Vowles will succeed Richard Montgomery in the diplomatic role.

According to the British government, Vowles is an experienced diplomat who previously served as the UK ambassador to Zimbabwe and has held several senior positions within the FCDO.

His appointment comes at a time when the United Kingdom and Nigeria continue to deepen cooperation in trade, security, education, climate action and economic development.

As High Commissioner, Vowles will represent the British government and King Charles III in Nigeria while overseeing diplomatic relations, trade and investment partnerships, consular services and cultural engagements between both countries.

Peter Vowles named new British High Commissioner to Nigeria

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, has reassured Nigerians that the Federal Government remains fully committed to ensuring an adequate, reliable and affordable gas supply…

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