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A total sum of N1,358.075 trillion July 2024 Federation Accounts Revenue has been shared to the Federal Government, States and Local Government Councils in the country. The revenue distribution was announced at the August 2024 meeting of the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC), in Abuja. The N1,358.075 trillion total distributable revenue comprised distributable statutory revenue of N161.593 billion, distributable Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of N582.307 billion and Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) revenue of N18.818 billion. Also included in the total distributable revenue was the exchange difference revenue of N581.710 billion and solid mineral revenue of N13.647 billion. A…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has felicitated with the former Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida on his 83rd birthday. The Governor, through a birthday message by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, describes the former Nigerian leader as a patriotic elder statesman, and an embodiment of honour and service who has served the country diligently and commitment. He observes that the celebrant has been consistently involved in selfless service for the unity, stability, and progress of the nation as well as the wellbeing of citizens. The Governor further acknowledges that the former Nigerian leader, who always craves for…

Former Senate President, Senator David Mark and his colleague, Senator Tunde Ogbeha today joined millions of Nigerians to salute former military President General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) on his 83rd birthday The duo praising IBB’s remarkable legacies and contributions to Nigeria’s development described him as a “statesman, leader, patriot, and a shining example of service to the nation.” They highlighted his visionary leadership, which has left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s history, and his unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of the country. “General IBB is a boss and leader of inestimable value. His dedication to our great nation…

The Niger State Forum of Imams has condemned the recent burning of the Kontagora headquarters of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, calling for the arrest of the culprits. The incident happened on Sunday when suspected hoodlums were said to have stormed the church in large numbers and set the church, which was still under construction, ablaze. Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, on Monday condemned the burning of the church. The Director General, Niger State Bureau of Religious Affairs, Umar Abdullahi who is also the Secretary General of the Niger State Imams Forum made this known on Thursday when he…

The Emir of Zuru in Kebbi State, retired Maj.-Gen. Muhammadu Sani-Sami, has charged chairmanship candidates of All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates to execute projects that would have direct bearing to the lives of generality if elected. The Emir also advised them not to disappoint their people. He gave the charge on Wednesday when the APC campaign entourage paid a courtesy visit on him in his palace at Zuru in Zuru Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The Monarch said the call became necessary in view of the fact that LG chairmen were more closer to the people, hence the need…

Niger State Government has been commended for the exemplary management of the recent End Bad Governance protest that erupted nationwide. The commendation was contained in a statement signed by the Chairman, Young Progressive Nigerlites Association, Haruna Ismaila Musa in Minna recently. The Chairman further commended Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago led administration for its protective measures which according him, had ensured protection of lives and properties of the residents of the state in accordance with the oath of office taken by the Governor. He explained that during the nationwide protests business owners and innocent people were gripped by fear of uncertainties…

The Acting Governor of Niger State, Comrade Yakubu Garba has expressed the administration’s commitment to removing barriers that hinder business establishment and growth in the state. He stated this during the maiden edition of the Niger State Public-Private Dialogue (NSPPD), organised by the Niger State Investment Promotion Agency (NISPA) with the theme “Understanding and Improving the Niger State Business Environment” at the Government House in Minna, the state capital. The Acting Governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Alh. Abubakar Usman said that the state government is dedicated to creating an enabling environment that will support…

The Vice Chancellor of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Professor Abu Kasim Adamu, has said that a complete slow down of exploration in the frontier inland basins is a set back to the quest to book additional reserves for Nigeria. He made the assertion at the occasion of 2024 Earth Week with the theme, “Refresh and Restore the Earth: Growing a Greener Tomorrow “, organized by the Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS)/Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE), IBB University Students Chapter. Professor Adamu therefore advocated for more commitment through an expedited action in the commencement of drilling in the…

The Niger State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (Niger RAAMP) has awarded contracts worth & 7.9bn for the rehabilitation and construction of 67.31 kilometers of rural roads across Niger State. The contract, awarded through a competitive bidding process, underscored Niger RAAMP’s commitment to improving rural access and fostering agricultural growth in alignment with the state government’s new Niger agenda of the Farmer Governor, His Excellency, Mohammed Umaru Bago. The successful contractors, known for their expertise and adherence to high-quality standards in infrastructure projects, will undertake their habilitation and construction works with a focus on durability and sustainability. “The rehabilitation…

The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammadu Sama’ila-Mera has tasked politicians in Kebbi State to be united and pursue common goals of peace, progress, and socioeconomic development of the state. He gave the task while receiving campaign wagon of All progressives Congress (APC) for the upcoming local government polls in his palace in Argungu on Monday. The campaign entourage were in Argungu to flagg-off the LG zonal camping for Argungu, Arewa and Dandi Local Government Areas. The Monarch observed that the best way to move the state forward was for the political elites in the state to unite themselves and pursue…