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N585m scandal: Sack Betta Edu, save Nigeria’s democracy – Adeyanju to Tinubu
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Deji Adeyanju, a prominent human rights activist, has called upon President Bola Tinubu to dismiss the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, should she be proven guilty of financial misappropriation. Adeyanju, in a statement he issued, emphasized the need for Tinubu to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation into the alleged scandal.
Edu faced severe criticism following the emergence of a memo in which she instructed the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, to transfer N585.2 million into a private account owned by one Oniyelu Bridget. The Ministry asserted that Bridget served as the Project Accountant for Grants for Vulnerable Groups. While Edu maintained that the payment adhered to due process, the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, held a differing opinion.
In response, Adeyanju, the convener of Concerned Nigerians, lauded the Accountant-General of the Federation for her steadfast refusal to fulfill Edu’s request. He praised her commitment to upholding the principles of accountability and transparency in public financial management.
Adeyanju, citing Nigeria’s Financial Regulations 2009, Section 713, stressed that personal money should not be deposited into a government bank account, nor should public funds be transferred to a private account. He commended the Accountant-General for setting a commendable example by adhering to these financial regulations.
Expressing concern about the alleged misuse of public funds and breach of trust by a high-ranking government official, Adeyanju urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to conduct a thorough investigation. He called for appropriate action against Betta Edu, including suspension pending further disciplinary measures if found guilty. Adeyanju asserted that such financial impropriety jeopardizes democracy and urged the president to take decisive steps to preserve it.
In conclusion, Adeyanju emphasized the importance of a transparent and independent investigation, urging President Tinubu to uphold public confidence in the government’s commitment to combating corruption and ensuring responsible management of public resources.
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Nigerians may end up buying petrol for N5,000 per litre under Tinubu – NLC
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Benson Upah, spokesperson for the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has cautioned that Nigerians might eventually face petrol prices of N5,000 per litre.
In an interview with Weekend Trust, Upah criticized the recent increase in fuel pump prices and argued that it contradicts the agreement previously made between the NLC and President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
He asserted that the Federal Government’s claims of restoring the fuel subsidy are untrue.
Upah remarked, “The subsidy was never reinstated as they have stated. So, what justifies the rise in pump prices from N650 to N1,500 or even N2,000?
“This situation suggests that we might not have seen the worst yet. There is a possibility that fuel prices could reach N5,000 per litre. We hope it doesn’t come to that, but if it does, it will be up to Nigerians to make the decision.”
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Students Loan: NELFUND receives another N2m refund
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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the receipt of a two million Naira bank draft from Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN, a former student loan beneficiary.
This information was disclosed in a statement by Monalisa Dike from the Corporate Communications Department of NELFUND on Friday in Abuja.
Dike noted that Awomolo had received the loan during his undergraduate studies at the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) from 1975 to 1977.
She mentioned that Awomolo had fully repaid the loan, showing his strong commitment to the country.
“The original loan amount was N1,000 for two academic sessions, which played a crucial role in his completion of the law degree.
“Although Awomolo had attempted to repay the loan several times over the years, he was only able to settle it now.
“In his letter to NELFUND’s Managing Director, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, Awomolo expressed his appreciation for the student loan opportunity provided by the Nigerian government,” Dike said.
She added that Awomolo praised the transparency and accountability NELFUND has shown in managing student loans.
Dike emphasized that Awomolo’s repayment highlights the enduring impact of President Bola Tinubu’s initiative and NELFUND’s continued importance in supporting Nigerian students.
She also mentioned that the repaid funds will be used to support the education of current students in need of loans.
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NDDC warns on fraudulent Youth Internship Scheme
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The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has issued a warning to the public about scammers pretending to represent the NDDC Youth Internship Scheme.
The NDDC also noted that registration for the scheme ended on August 31, 2024.
This information was released in a statement on Friday by Seledi Thompson-Wakama, Director of Corporate Affairs at the commission, and shared with DAILY POST.
The statement reads, in part: “We have received reports of individuals receiving unsolicited messages claiming they have been selected for the NDDC Internship Scheme, which includes requests for personal information and an acceptance fee.
“The NDDC does not charge any fees for placing qualified youths in its internship programme. We want to make it clear that these fraudulent selection messages are not affiliated with the NDDC.
“Any official communication from us will only come through our verified websites and social media channels. If you receive a message like this, please ignore it and report it to the relevant authorities. Your safety and privacy are our top priorities.
“For genuine inquiries about our empowerment programs, please contact us directly through our official channels.”
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