News
Gombe govt approves N5.2 billion for gratuity payment
The Gombe State Executive Council has sanctioned approximately N5.2 billion for disbursing gratuities to retirees within the state and its local government units. This announcement came from the Commissioner for Information, Mijinyawa Tilde, following the conclusion of the council’s 36th meeting, overseen by Governor Muhammadu Yahaya.
Tilde revealed that nine proposals were presented to the council, all of which received approval and endorsement. He emphasized that this marks the fifth instance in which the current administration has addressed outstanding gratuities inherited from previous regimes.
Further elaborating, the Commissioner for Finance, Muhammad Magaji, specified that N2.291 billion would be allocated to settle gratuities owed to civil service retirees, particularly those who retired in 2018. Magaji underscored that this represents the fifth instance since the current administration took office in which such arrears have been cleared.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner for Local Government and Community Development, Abdulkadir Waziri, disclosed that the council greenlit gratuity payments to retired local government employees across all 11 Local Government Councils. He indicated that over N3 billion has been earmarked from the local government contributory fund to cover these payments, with some councils planning to settle arrears up to the year 2022.
Additionally, Magaji reported on other approvals granted by the Finance Ministry, including the allocation of N332 million for compensating property owners affected by the relocation of Bauchi and Dukku motor parks within Gombe metropolis. He explained that a task force had evaluated properties in these areas, leading to the approval of compensation funds to facilitate the relocation of the motor parks to the completed Mega Motor Park.
Governor Yahaya had previously disclosed that the state received N2 billion from the N5 billion subsidy removal palliative set by the Federal Government, which was distributed as relief to the people of Gombe State.
Dangote Refinery has announced that it will need to export 95-97 percent of its Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) due to low interest from Nigerian marketers. The refinery, which processes 650,000 barrels per day, revealed that only 3 to 5 percent of petrol marketers are purchasing its fuel.
Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, shared these details during an X Space session hosted by Nairametrics on Wednesday. He highlighted the challenges facing both the Dangote Refinery and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
Edwin explained, “I’m selling 2 to 3 percent to small traders who are willing to buy, while the remaining 95 to 97 percent has to be exported,” referring to the local sales of the refinery’s products.
This situation arises as the NNPCL’s deadline for adjusting the Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution approaches without a clear plan in sight. It is worth noting that while Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has announced the refinery’s initial petrol rollout, its distribution to marketers is contingent upon NNPCL’s decisions.
The final sixteen teams for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia have been determined following the conclusion of the group stage.
In recent matches, Ghana triumphed over New Zealand with a score of 3-1, and Japan secured a 2-0 victory against Austria.
As a result, Japan has advanced to the Round of 16, joining the other 15 teams in this knockout stage.
The Round of 16 matches are scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
The full lineup for the Round of 16 is as follows:
- Spain vs Canada
- Brazil vs Cameroon
- Colombia vs South Korea
- Mexico vs USA
- North Korea vs Austria
- Germany vs Argentina
- Netherlands vs France
- Japan vs Nigeria
The Nigerian Army has refuted claims of widespread resignations among its soldiers due to issues like corruption and low morale.
In a statement, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, dismissed these reports as unfounded.
A news outlet had alleged that numerous Nigerian soldiers were resigning because of corruption and low morale. However, the statement condemned these allegations as misleading and a deliberate attempt to create discontent and undermine the Nigerian Army’s reputation and the dedication of its personnel.
Major General Nwachukwu clarified that, similar to other military organizations worldwide, service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary rather than mandatory. This means that personnel have the freedom to resign following established procedures.
He explained that the resignation process allows personnel to prepare and manage their entitlements, including pensions and gratuities, as outlined in the Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (Officers/Soldiers).
Contrary to the report’s implications, the statement emphasized that Nigerian Army personnel are highly motivated, and their welfare is a priority under the leadership of Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.
We’ll be forced to export 97% of our petrol – Dangote Refinery warns
Why is Ethiopia just entering 2017 and celebrating a New Year in September?
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Round of 16 fixtures confirmed [Full list]
What we know about Israel’s war with Hamas
LaLiga: Everyone want to play with him – Vinicius on player Real Madrid should sign
Iran calls on Islamic, Arab countries to confront Israel
-
World News11 months agoWhat we know about Israel’s war with Hamas
-
Sports11 months agoLaLiga: Everyone want to play with him – Vinicius on player Real Madrid should sign
-
World News11 months agoIran calls on Islamic, Arab countries to confront Israel
-
Tech11 months agoTop 10 AI Skills to Learn in 2023
-
ICT1 year agoApple Bows To EU, Unveils iPhone With USB-C Charger
-
Entertainment11 months agoBET Hip-Hop Awards: Black Sherif wins big as Burna Boy loses seven nominations
-
Entertainment11 months ago‘Black Panther’ star Lupita Nyong’o breaks up with boyfriend, Selema Masekela
-
ICT1 year agoApple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro pricing around the world