Audit report: Reps summons AGF over MDAs’ financial accounts
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts, on Tuesday, summoned the Acting Accountant General of the Federation, Mr Okolieaboh Sylva over the failure of his office to lay the 2020 Audit Reports of Ministries, Department and Agencies, and MDAs of the Federal Government before the National Assembly in line with the Constitution of the landThe Chairman of the Committee, Hon Busayo Oliwole Oke (PDP- Osun) representing Obokun/ Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State handed down the order in Abuja at the resumed hearing of the Committee on queries raised against MDAs by the office of the Auditor General of the FederationHon Oke while frowning at the development declared that this was affecting the work of the parliament at looking into the financial transactions of the MDAs which would no longer be toleratedAccording to him, “as the 9th Assembly is winding down, we need to redouble our efforts at looking into all the reports already laid before the House, right now we have completed work on those from 2017 and our reports are already in the Press after which were will lay the reports before the whole House for official consideration“This is why we are inviting the Accountant General of the Federation to come before this Committee to tell us while he is yet to lay the 2020 audited regards of the MDAs before the Parliament“We need to listen to him to know where the problem is coming from so that we can wade in to resolve whatever hindrance affecting the presentation“The Minister of Finance had openly stated that the nation’s expenditures supposed its income and the ICPC also confirmed that the 2022 budget was padded by the Executive arm by several billions of Naira, Do we wind the country down? No!, what we need to do is to redouble our efforts at revenue generations as well check the books of the MDAs”The Committee Chairman consequently warned all the heads of the MDAs who have refused to appear before it over audit queries raised against them to retrace their steps and do the needful in their own interest as the Committee would have any other option than either to effect the arrest of the defaulters or for the Committee to relocate its sitting to the premises of such MDAS“We must look for the needed money to finance the 2023 budget to cater for the needs of the entire populaceThis came just as the Committee resolved to write the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Mr Godwin Emeifele over the N7m belonging to the Federal Medical Centre, FMC, Abeokuta said to hang in the bankThis followed the submission of the Chief Medical of the Centre, Prof Adewale Musa- Olomu the nation’s Apex bank had denied the institution access to the money 9ver a year now and that all efforts to retrieve it had proved abortiveHon Oke assured that the community would assist the Centre to recover the money from the CBN for enhancing its operations. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 21, 2022 05:30 UTC
Four tips for resolving family disagreements
When family disagreements are not resolved peacefully, it can lead to arguments and resentment. Since it is normal to disagree with each other from time to time and occasional conflict is part of family life, it is, therefore, important that we devise means of resolving family disagreements amicably without the family bond getting affected. Peaceful resolution of family disagreements depends on negotiation and respect for the other person’s point of view. When family members decide to actively listen when disagreements occur, they are better able to resolve disagreements amicably. To resolve family disagreements, we need to avoid speaking in anger.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 21, 2022 05:29 UTC
How to improve your spoken English
There are simple hacks that can help improve your spoken English in no small way and here are they. Rather it means taking cognizance of the need to improve your spoken English consciously. BBC news for instance is a great choice if you want to improve your spoken English. Their mastery in spoken English is as a result of practice, practice and practice. If you view the English language as a burden or you feel you have known enough, improving your spoken English will be a hard nut to crack.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 20, 2022 23:11 UTC
The future is better with Project Empower
It has opted to throw its hat into the ring by forging a sustainable development initiative called Project Empower to help give the youths hope of a better life with the assurance of a better future. Project Empower is a sustainability initiative enabling access to skills, knowledge and insights of professional veterans and entrepreneurial giants across critical industries. To know more, visit https://www.projectempower.org/ today to get started as an advisor or beneficiary of Project Empower to avail yourself of this rare opportunity. IHS Nigeria remains an unrepentant believer in project Nigeria and the potential of her youths to give the rest of the globe a run for their money. Little wonder, they’re putting their money where their mouth is to provide the youths with a sense of hope, with rare empowerment that will brighten their faces with the hope of a better future.
Source:The Guardian
September 20, 2022 21:42 UTC
Wilder’s coach backs Joshua to shock Fury
Deontay Wilder’s head trainer Malik Scott believes Anthony Joshua’s chances in the potential title clash with Tyson Fury should not be overlooked. Fury and Joshua are now in advanced talks to meet in the ring on December 3 for the WBC title. “It’s a great time for AJ to take the Fury fight. He believes he can beat Tyson Fury. Tyson Fury is eager for it as he showed last week by calling out his fellow Brit.
Source:Punch
September 20, 2022 16:56 UTC
Don cautions farmers against excessive fertiliser application
A Professor of Soil Microbiology and Biochemistry, Lateef Taiwo, has warned farmers against the application of excessive fertilisers and pesticides on soil. Delivering a lecture titled, ”Anthropogenic Disruption of Microbial Ecosystem in Soil: The Crisis Beneath Our Feet,” Taiwo drew the attention of farmers and stakeholders to the poisonous effect of excessive fertiliser use. “Applied herbicides have been reported to be harmful to allochthonous organisms, disrupt the soil ecosystem and ultimately affect human health by gaining access into human food chain. “Their persistence in soil has also been reported to affect soil fertility. “Pesticide residues can be found in soils a long time after application.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 20, 2022 15:59 UTC
Resumption directive: Stop deceiving students, ASUU mocks varsities
The Academic Staff Union of Universities on Monday dismissed resumption notices by University authorities directing students to appear for lectures amidst the seven months old strike. The union said its strike remain unshakeable as those institutions were still under lock and key. We are not only pulling out of the ASUU strike but also asking everyone to return to school”, he said. “They said the same thing about Gombe State University, Yobe State University, Kaduna State University, and the rest. “Our members remain resilient and single-minded about our overall goal to rescue our public Universities from the clutches of the neo-liberal, neo-colonialist.”
Source:Punch
September 20, 2022 01:32 UTC
What you should know before hiring a domestic help
This article will give you an insight on some of the things you should be on a look out for, before and after hiring a domestic help. You can confide in people around whom you know have domestic help and so far there haven’t been issues and seek for a referral. Make research about the individual’s backgroundThis is also an important factor to consider before hiring a domestic help. Conduct medical testsBefore hiring a domestic help, ensure he/she runs a comprehensive medical test. Because how a domestic help is treated would determine his or her behavior and loyalty towards everyone in the house.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 19, 2022 22:24 UTC
Wife dies in car accident allegedly chasing husband in Calabar
A yet-to-be-identified woman has been involved in a fatal motor accident on Sunday evening in Calabar, Cross River State while allegedly chasing her husband on the highway. Eyewitnesses said the lady had allegedly spotted her husband at a Shopping Mall with another woman who she suspected was dating her husband and decided to pursue them when her husband rushed into his car with the allegedly with the lady. An eyewitness explained that “The lady saw her husband at a shopping mall with another woman in the car, so she hurriedly drove to double cross them. The husband saw her car and zoomed off, so the woman allegedly became aggressive. “I was just driving behind them and, in less than three minutes, I saw her involved in the accident.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 19, 2022 19:30 UTC
Pictorial: Travellers stranded as protesting students ground airport
Air travellers, Monday, were forced to trek to get to the airport due to the blockade of the road by students under the aegis of the National Association of Nigerian Students, protesting the strike action of the Academic Staff Union of Universities. ASUU has been on strike since February 14, 2022. Due to the protest, the travellers were seen trekking to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport at Ikeja. It was gathered that some Lagosians were making business out of helping travellers carry their luggage to the airport. See photos below:
Source:Punch
September 19, 2022 15:31 UTC
Ortom mourns guardian reporter, Wantu
Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has described the death of The Guardian newspapers Correspondent in the state, Mr. Joseph Wantu as shocking and devastating. Wantu died in Makurdi, the state capital earlier last week after a brief illness. Reacting to the death of The Guardian reporter in Makurdi, Ortom lamented that late Wantu died at a time when his services were most needed especially now that experienced reporters are needed to navigate through the murky political waters ahead of 2023 polls. “We shall miss his immeasurable contributions to the socio political development of our state”, Ortom stated . He expressed condolence to The Guardian Newspapers, the Nigeria Union of Journalists ( NUJ) and the immediate family just as he told them to take solace in the fact that late Wantu lived an exemplary life worthy of emulation.
Source:The Guardian
September 18, 2022 16:42 UTC
Jehovah’s Witnesses Worldwide resumes door-to-door ministry
Jehovah’s Witnesses has resumed its popular door-to-door ministry with a special global campaign launched to offer members of the public a free interactive Bible course. According to the Nigeria spokesman for Jehovah’s Witnesses, Olusegun Eroyemi, “We can’t wait to bring our Bible-based message of hope to our neighbours once again. “Participating in the interactive Bible course with Jehovah’s Witnesses comes without any obligation. The Witnesses simply present what the Bible teaches and allow each person to determine their own personal beliefs and life choices. The main textbook for the study is the Bible itself.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 18, 2022 07:42 UTC
With oil, Imhonigie reconnects humanity with nature
“If you are too busy to go to nature, I will bring nature to you in the comfort of your living room with my naturalism paintings. For Imhonigie, art comes with a calling of responsibility to humanity. He later followed up with a four–year residency that commenced in 2005 at the National Gallery of Art, Lagos (Nigeria). Imhonigie was an executive member of the Lagos State Chapter of the Society of Nigeria Artist (SNA) as the financial secretary. He is a member of the Nigeria Artist Society, UK and the Society of Nigeria Artists (SNA).
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 18, 2022 06:38 UTC
Vision as a leadership essential (II)
LAST time we began looking at leadership accessories and leadership essentials. We began focussing on vision as a leadership essential. When a leader wants to lead without vision he will be like a blind man leading blind people. Blind leadership is disruptive and dangerous and must be avoided by all means. When a blind man leads a blind man, they both end up in the ditch.» Matthew 15.14There is nothing as bad leadership because the failure of leadership not only affects the leader but the people who follow and look up to the leader.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 18, 2022 05:59 UTC
Nigeria loses N32bn daily to oil terminals’ shutdown
Nigeria is losing at least N32bn daily due to the shutdown of three crude oil export terminals with a combined capacity of 580, 000 barrels per day. Operated by Shell Petroleum Development Company, SPDC, the 200, 000 barrels Forcados crude oil export terminal has been shut down since early August, according to findings. The second terminal, the 180,000-barrel-a-day Trans Niger Pipeline, TNP, one of two that feed Bonny oil terminal, has stopped transporting oil due to theft since June this year. However, the Nigerian police said the two oil pipelines feeding the export terminal were blown up by explosives. On his part, a lawyer advising NNPC Ltd on oil and gas projects and transactions and partner at Bloomfield Law Practice, Ayodele Oni, advised the Federal Government to provide solutions to the oil theft challenges bedeviling the country.
Source:Punch
September 18, 2022 02:40 UTC