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Reports have it that 27 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Nigeria have not yet established panels to implement the newly approved #70,000 minimum wage. According to the reports, the states said that it was due to lean allocations. Other states are still in the process of setting up committees or are awaiting further negotiations with Labour unions before implementation.

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability   Project (SERAP) has requested President Bola Tinubu to investigate the $1.5 billion World Bank loan given to Nigeria's 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for social protection and COVID-19 response. SERAP is concerned about the potential mismanagement of these funds, as well as $3.121 billion in loans from China for various projects.  The group emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency in the use of these loans to reduce poverty and strengthen governance as the reason for the request to the President. SERAP regretted that Nigeria's total debt stock, both external and domestic debts have risen by over 24 trillion Naira from N97.34 trillion ($108.23 billion) in December 2023 to N121.67 trillion ($91.46 billion) as of March 31, 2024.

DSS in Nigeria had arrested and detained Polish citizens in Kano State on August 6, 2024 during the #EndBadGovernance protest in Nigeria. DSS's Claim: The Department of the State (DSS) in Nigeria claimed that the Polish nationals were detained because they were displaying foreign flags during a protest. Polish Government's Response: The Polish government countered this, stating that their nationals were merely taking photos of the protest and were not actively participating in it. Context : The detained individuals were in Nigeria as part of an academic exchange programme. 

INTRO: What we know today as Unity Schools or Federal Unity Colleges are the Federal Government Colleges in Nigeria, and they are one of the notable federal institutions in Nigeria. The history of Unity Schools in Nigeria is traceable to 1966 even though it was inspired by the British contrivance of schools, the Kings College, Lagos established in 1909, and Queens College, Lagos, established in 1927. Known as the first generation Unity Schools, three Unity Schools were created in 1966 across the Regions of Nigeria at Okposi for the Eastern Region, Sokoto for the Northern Region, and Warri for the Mid-Western Region, by Alhaji Sir Tafawa Balewa . It is understandable that Western Region was already having Kings, and Queens Colleges at Lagos. The second generation Unity Schools were created in 1973 by the then Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon who created 9 more Unity Schools to cover all the 12 states he created in 1967 in Nigeria. The success of the first generation Unity Schools in

INTRO : Since 1967, the federating units of the Nigeria federation became known as the “states,” following the creation of the 12 states by General Yakubu Gowon. Prior to that, the federating units were called regions, especially since the Richards Constitution of 1946 that introduced regionalism in Nigeria. The regions were 3 in number originally until 1963 when the Mid-Western region was carved out of the Western Region. During the era of regionalism, there were agitations for separate administrative entities (states) by the minority ethnic nationalities who were being marginalized or so they felt, by the big three ethnic groups: Hausa (Northern Region), Igbo (Eastern Region), Yoruba (Western Region). Prior to independence, in 1957, this had necessitated the Henry Willink Commission tasked with ascertaining the facts about the fears of minorities in any part of Nigeria in order to propose means of allaying those fears, whether well or ill founded. The Commission in their reports refu

INTRO : Centralization offers numerous benefits that can enhance organizational effectiveness and efficiency. By fostering consistency, enhancing control and accountability, achieving cost savings, facilitating strategic alignment, improving decision-making speed, and strengthening communication, centralization provides a robust framework for managing complex organizations. Additionally, centralization supports innovation, compliance, cultural cohesion, and long-term planning, making it a valuable approach for organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of the modern business environment. Centralization is a structural framework in which decision-making authority is concentrated at the top levels of management. This organizational approach has been widely adopted across various sectors, including corporate, governmental, and educational institutions. There are several compelling reasons why centralization remains a popular and effective organizational strategy. The reasons for a

Intro: Sources of fund for Local Governments in Nigeria comes to mind as the debate and conflicts on minimum wage in Nigeria is still raging with the Labour Union threatening fire and brimstone  since May, 2024 to go on strike if the central government refuses to abide by their demand for a new national minimum wage to the tune of ₦250,000. This is because the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has joined the matter saying that Local Governments won't be able to pay the proposed minimum wage due to their lean pockets.  So far in the negotiations, the Federal Government of Nigeria has offered ₦62,000  from the current ₦30,000 minimum wage. It appears however that the Labour Union is now shifting ground as President Tinubu hinted in his June 12, 2024 Democracy Day speech that an agreement has been reached on a new minimum wage. Yes, it must have to be so because the Federal Government has always insisted that the figure being demanded by the Labour Union is unsustai

The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked significant debate about the future of various industries, including blogging. While AI technologies have dramatically transformed content creation and distribution, it is overly simplistic to conclude that AI will kill blogging. Instead, AI is more likely to serve as a tool that enhances and evolves the blogging landscape. AI will undoubtedly transform the content creation landscape, but it will not kill blogging. Instead, it will reshape and enhance the way bloggers create and share content. The irreplaceable value of human perspective, community building, creative expression, niche expertise, and the human touch in storytelling ensures that blogging will remain a vital and thriving medium. By embracing AI as a tool rather than a threat, bloggers can enhance their work and continue to engage and inspire their readers in meaningful ways. The evolution of blogging roles and the diversification of content formats further underscore

INTRO : Statutory federal allocations to state government coffers in Nigeria are set to rise by 69 percent to N5.54 trillion in 2024, according report by The PUNCH . The 2024 approved budget indicates that states will receive N2.24 trillion more than the N3.3 trillion disbursed in 2023. The revenue distributed during the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meetings to federal, state, and local governments primarily comes from oil exports, taxes, and other statutory allocations.  Revenue allocation generally refers to the distribution of centrally collected funds among different levels of government and within each level for economic purposes. According to Olowononi (2000), as cited in Dang (2013), revenue allocation involves not only the allocation of tax powers but also the arrangements for sharing revenue among the three tiers of government and among the state governments themselves. In Nigeria, revenue allocation is categorized into two types: vertical allocation and hori

INTRO : Vanguard Newspaper in Nigeria reported that the Kano State House of Assembly passed the Kano Emirates Council Law (repeal bill) 2024, repealing the  immediate past Governor Abdullahi Ganduje’s Kano Emirate Council Law 2019, Kano State Emir’s Appointment and Deposition Amendment Law 2019 and Kano State Emirate Council Amendment Law 2023, which created five emirates in Kano and paved the way for the deposition of Sanusi. In this regard, the dethroned former CBN Governor, His Highness, Muhammadu Lamido Sanusi II has been reappointed as the Emir of Kano. The question here is why repeal a law? Well, Repealing a law is a significant legislative action that involves the formal revocation of an existing statute. The reasons for repealing a law can be diverse and multifaceted, reflecting changes in societal values, practical considerations, and the evolving legal landscape. The reasons for repealing a law are:  1. We Repeal Laws Because of Obsolescence: One of the primary reasons for

INTRO :  Punch Newspaper of May 24, 2024 announced that President Bola Tinubu would flag off the construction of the Calabar-Lagos Coastal Highway this Sunday. The question here is why flag off a project? Flagging off a project is a significant milestone in project management, representing the formal initiation of the project and the transition from planning to execution. This process involves several critical steps and conditions that ensure the project is ready to begin and progress smoothly. The following are key reasons to flag off a project, expanded in detail to emphasize their importance and impact on successful project execution. 1. We Flag Off a Project in Order to Announce the Completion of Planning Phase: The completion of the planning phase is one of the most fundamental reasons to flag off a project. This phase involves detailed project planning activities, including defining the project charter, scope, objectives, deliverables, timeline, and budget. A comprehensive pro

INTRO:   The sharing of revenue among the three tiers of government in Nigeria has been a contested issue due to the political nature of the exercise. Several attempts made by various administrations to create an acceptable and all-embracing revenue allocation formula for the country are yet to achieve the target result.  We discussed the basics of revenue allocation in Nigeria under the subheadings below. Revenue Allocation Formula in Nigeria: Definition, Formula, History and Types  Meaning: Generally, revenue allocation means  how centrally collected money is shared among different levels of government and within each level for economic purposes. According to Olowononi (2000) quoted in Dang (2013) , revenue allocation is the allocation of tax powers and the revenue sharing arrangements not only among the three levels of government but among the state governments as well. In Nigeria, there are two types: vertical allocation, which involves distributing funds among the Federal, State,

The recent liberation of 386 souls, predominantly women and children, from the clutches of captivity in the forbidding expanse of Sambisa forest, stands as a beacon of hope and valor in Nigeria’s ongoing struggle against the scourge of terrorism. This noble endeavor, christened "Operation Desert Sanity 111," is a tale woven with threads of courage, strategy, and compassion, reflecting the gallant spirit of the Nigerian Army. In the twilight of despair, where shadows of ten years of captivity loomed large, the dawning of freedom brought forth by this rescue mission is nothing short of miraculous. Brigadier General AGL Haruna, the acting General Officer Commanding the 7th Division, heralded this triumph amidst the whispering winds of Konduga's outskirts, as he welcomed the victorious troops returning from their ten-day odyssey of bravery. The operation, a grand symphony of military might and meticulous planning, saw the harmonious collaboration of the 21 Special Armoured Br

The retraction by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) of its directive for banks and payment service providers to collect and remit the cybersecurity levy marks a significant shift in regulatory strategy. This development, articulated in a revised circular dated May 17, 2024, was disseminated to key financial institutions, including commercial banks, payment service providers (PSPs), and non-interest banks. The initial directive, rooted in the Cybercrime Prevention and Prohibition Amendment Act of 2024, mandated financial entities to facilitate the collection and remittance of a national cybersecurity levy. This levy aimed to bolster the nation's cybersecurity infrastructure and defenses. However, the directive faced considerable opposition across the nation, prompting a swift response from the Presidency and the Federal Executive Council. Several factors can be inferred from this situation: 1. Public and Institutional Backlash: The retraction signifies the power of public and instit