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Tinubu approves N12bn outstanding payments for Super Eagles, others

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President Bola Tinubu has given his nod for the disbursement of N12 billion to settle outstanding obligations for the Super Eagles and other national teams across various sports. This decision was communicated through a statement from the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Center’s official handle.

As outlined in the statement, the approved payment will cover arrears for senior national team coach salaries spanning 15 months, as well as outstanding allowances and commitments owed to the senior national teams, female teams, and the Under-20 national team.

The statement highlights, “President @officialABAT has approved the payment of N12 billion outstanding backlog for Nigeria’s national teams of various sports, which includes Super Eagles and others. The payment entails the clearing of the senior national team coach salaries running up to 15 months, payments of allowances and promises due to the senior national teams, females, and Under-20 national team. This is coming at a time when the Super Eagles of Nigeria are preparing to participate in the Africa Cup of Nations, which is billed to start later this month.”

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Maiduguri flood: Ogun Govt donates N200m to Borno State

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The Ogun State Government has donated N200 million to the Borno State Government in response to the severe flooding that recently devastated the area, causing significant property damage and displacing thousands of residents.

The flooding was triggered by the collapse of the Alau Dam in Maiduguri on September 10.

Reports indicate that at least 414,000 people have been displaced, with 30 lives lost due to the disaster.

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun had previously sent condolences to the people and government of Borno, praising the state government’s swift actions and the support from the Federal Government.

Kayode Akinmade, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, stated on Saturday that the donation aims to aid flood victims and provide immediate relief. He noted the unprecedented humanitarian crisis in Borno State caused by the flooding and called on all Nigerians to help those in need.

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Ekiti: Gov Oyebanji appoints over 300 board chairmen, members

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Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of chairpersons and members for various government agency boards and parastatals.

This initiative aims to facilitate the efficient operation of government activities and improve service delivery.

The announcement was made in a statement on Friday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode.

The appointments, which include both full-time and part-time roles, will take effect on Monday, October 7, 2024.

Governor Oyebanji congratulated the new appointees, highlighting that their roles present valuable opportunities for public service. He encouraged them to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and ethical behavior in their duties.

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Nigerian govt mobilises contractor to F107 Road, collapsing bridge in Abia

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Users of the Umuahia-Bende-Arochukwu-Ohafia road will soon heave a sigh of relief as the Federal Government has mobilized a new contractor, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), to begin work on the collapsed sections of the road.

The mobilization of the new contractor followed a viral video by ABN TV titled “How Your Area,” which highlighted that the Onu Uduma Bridge, commonly known as Nmuri Bridge on the federal road, was on the verge of collapse.

The critical bridge, previously rehabilitated by the Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA), has come under severe pressure due to repeated downpours and the movement of heavy-duty vehicles, which exposed it to structural threats.

The Federal Executive Council approved additional funds for the project, supplementing the money initially approved in 2018.

The arrival of CCECC equipment at the affected site on Wednesday has brought hope to the people of Ohafia and all users of the road. This follows the termination of the previous contractor, Heartland, whose contract was revoked due to issues concerning the quality of work.

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Speaking on the arrival of the new contractor, the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, stated that the progress was a result of his engagement with the Minister of Works, David Umahi, through the Abia State Government, to ensure repairs on the road and the Nmuri Bridge to prevent total collapse.

He expressed gratitude to Governor Alex Otti, his deputy, and Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for their swift response to the road’s condition, but urged host communities to offer maximum cooperation to the contractor to ensure smooth and timely completion of the work.

CREDIT: DAILY POST

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