3 d. ago Complete cash transfers to vulnerable Nigerians, IMF tells FG

The International Monetary Fund has called on the Federal Government to expedite the completion of its cash transfer programme to support vulnerable households, describing it as a crucial priority in the face of ongoing economic reforms. The Director of the IMF’s Communications Department, Julie Kozack, made the call during a press briefing on Thursday. She Read More

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3 d. ago Reps probe alleged abuse of tax incentives by public institutions, others

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate alleged abuse of tax incentives, tax breaks and waivers by public institutions saddled with the responsibility of granting them and the benefiting companies. Consequently, the House mandated its Committees on Industry, Finance and Commerce to undertake the probe and  report back within four  […] The post Reps probe alleged abuse of tax incentives by public institutions, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Probe excessive use of explosives by quarry companies, Reps charge FG

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to investigate the excessive use of explosives by quarry companies nationwide and especially in the Federal Capital Territory. The House took the decision on Thursday after adopting a motion of urgent public importance brought before it during plenary by the member representing Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun Federal Constituency, Read More

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4 d. ago Reps to probe N8trn revenue loss from tax incentives, waivers

The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the alleged abuse of tax incentives, waivers, and exemptions, which has reportedly cost the Federal Government an estimated N8trn in lost revenue. The decision followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by a member representing Oriade/Obokun Federal Constituency, Osun State, Oluwole Oke, Read More

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4 d. ago NSIPA trains staff on electronic documents management system

Tribune Online NSIPA trains staff on electronic documents management system The National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) has organised a one-day sensitisation training session on the Electronic Documents Management System (EDMS). The pilot training targeted selected staff members, with plans to extend the initiative to all agency personnel. ALSO READ: NSIPA confirms release of N24.78bn cash transfer to 991,261 households In her opening remark, NSIPA’s Head […] NSIPA trains staff on electronic documents management system Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Road maintenance: Reps commence probe of 5% user charge remittance

By Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives has commenced a probe into the implementation and remittance of a 5% user charge on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) for road maintenance, as stipulated in the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (Amendment) Act, 2007. While speaking at the inauguration of the panel tasked with the investigation, the Speaker, […] The post Road maintenance: Reps commence probe of 5% user charge remittance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Reps probe MDAs’ utilisation of 5% user charge for road maintenance

Tribune Online Reps probe MDAs’ utilisation of 5% user charge for road maintenance Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the failure of relevant agencies of government to enforce the 5 percent user charge on pump price of premium motor spirit (PMS) and remittance of the fund to the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA). Speaker Abbas who expressed the displeasure […] Reps probe MDAs’ utilisation of 5% user charge for road maintenance Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Disquiet in River Basins over delay in issuance of letters to Tinubu’s appointees

Phillip Nwosu The four-month delay in the release of appointment letters to the management teams of Nigeria’s 12 Nigerian River Basin Development Authorities (RBDAs) has become a source of unease and friction in the agencies, interviews with staff at some of the RBDAs have revealed. Staff at some of the authorities, who spoke on condition […] The post Disquiet in River Basins over delay in issuance of letters to Tinubu’s appointees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Reps probe delayed disbursement of conditional cash transfer

The House of Representatives on Wednesday resolved to investigate the delay in the disbursement of conditional cash transfers to some nominees under the Household Upliftment Programme of the Federal Government. During a plenary session presided over by Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, the House agreed to constitute an ad hoc committee to probe the delay in Read More

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1 week ago Reps probe delayed payment of N50,000 cash transfer to vulnerable households

The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the delay in payments under the federal government Household Upliftment Programme read more Reps probe delayed payment of N50,000 cash transfer to vulnerable households

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1 week ago Reps to probe delay in conditional cash transfer disbursement

The House of Representatives on Wednesday resolved to investigate the delay in disbursing the conditional cash transfer to some nominees of the Household Upliftment Programme of the Federal Government. This is just as the House during a plenary presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, resolved to constitute an ad-hoc committee to probe the Read More

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1 week ago Reps probe utilisation of Conditional Cash Transfer fund since 2016

Tribune Online Reps probe utilisation of Conditional Cash Transfer fund since 2016 The House of Representatives on Wednesday unveiled plans to investigate the utilization of the multi-billion naira approved for the Conditional Cash Transfer program from 2016 to date. The resolution was passed following the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Abass Adigun, who emphasized the need for accountability in the use of public funds. In […] Reps probe utilisation of Conditional Cash Transfer fund since 2016 Tribune Online

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1 week ago Okpebholo probes Obaseki over $10m spent on Observer Newspaper

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, announced plans to probe the reported sinking of $10 million in the state-owned newspaper, ‘The Nigerian Observer,’ by the immediate-past governor, Godwin Obaseki. He spoke when he led top officials of his administration on an unscheduled visit to the premises of the Observer titles […] The post Okpebholo probes Obaseki over $10m spent on Observer Newspaper appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 104,000 Girls Benefit from Cash Transfer Programme In Katsina

Katsina State government has disbursed Conditional Cash Transfer Programme (CCTP) funds to 104,111 girls across 255 secondary schools in the state. While commemorating this year’s International Women’s Day, Governor Dikko Umaru Radda reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to empowering women and girls through targeted interventions in education and economic development. “Education remains a powerful tool for […]

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3 w. ago Reps committee to probe estate developers over 500,000 housing units

The House of Representatives has taken preliminary steps to probe renowned estate developers, Family Homes Funds Limited, over the 500,000 units housing scheme funded by the Federal Government. This followed the consideration of a motion on Thursday sponsored by Edo lawmaker, Esosa Iyawe. Iyawe noted with concern that some of the housing schemes initiated by Read More

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3 w. ago Reps To Probe Ebonyi Gov, Police Over Alleged Abduction, Torture Of Ohanaeze Youth President

The House of Representatives has directed its Committee on Public Petitions to look into the allegations of abduction and unlawful imprisonment of Ohanaeze Youth Council President, Comrade Igboayaka O. Igboayaka. The lawmakers gave the directive when they received a petition on the matter from the Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC), an Igbo Youths sociocultural organization, presented […]

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3 w. ago Reps halt Multichoice’s subscription price hike, order probe

Tribune Online Reps halt Multichoice’s subscription price hike, order probe The House of Representatives on Tuesday called on MultiChoice to suspend the proposed increase in subscription prices in Nigeria pending the completion of exhaustive investigations. The resolution was passed following the adoption of a motion on a Matter of Urgent Public Importance, sponsored by Hon. Esosa Iyawe, pursuant to Order Eight, Rule 5 of the […] Reps halt Multichoice’s subscription price hike, order probe Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Adeleke Orders Investigation Into Egbedi Clashes, Vows Swift Action To Restore Peace

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has initiated an urgent probe into the violent clashes in Egbedi town after reports and videos of unrest emerges online. He reaffirmed the general populace of the Egbedi community of the government’s steadfast commitment to safeguarding lives and property, pledging swift and decisive action to restore peace and stability in […] The post Adeleke Orders Investigation Into Egbedi Clashes, Vows Swift Action To Restore Peace appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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