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Breaking: President Tinubu Signed Student Loan Bill Into Law

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President Tinubu signing the bill into law

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) a few minutes ago signed into law, The Student Loan Bill, which provides for interest-free loans to indigent Nigerian students.

Recall that Tinubu, during his campaign, had promised to give student loans as part of efforts to develop the education sector and also build the youth capacity.

Tinubu made the promise at the British Royal Institute in London.

“Youths are the greatest asset of tomorrow,” Tinubu said in Chatham House while fielding questions from participants at the event.

He that they will be part of his “all-inclusive” government, pointing to the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

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“The education system is to change. We would overhaul it and tinker with some areas with the philosophy that no one would be left behind. There will be student loans for all. We are going to reform the Almajiri system, We are equally going to build more schools, recruit more teachers and train them,” the former Lagos state governor said.

To further help young people, he said if elected, his government would equally introduce technology hubs where youths can acquire digital skills to better develop their leadership skills.

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“Youths can even develop technological languages on their own and make a better 21st-century approach to governance in Nigeria,” he said.

Monday’s event focussed on economic and foreign policies as well as national security among others.

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Institute Of Security And Strategic Studies Decorate Amb. Ibrahim Waiya With Fellow Award

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The Institute of Security and Strategic Studies, has formally decorated Amb. Ibrahim Waiya with a fellow award at the Security Excellence Award National Programme of the Investiture of Fellows.

 

The event which was well attended, took place at the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Centre, Abuja on 30th November, 2024

 

Amb Ibrahim Waiya, who is the Executive Director, Citizens for Development and Education (CDE), Convener/Head of Secretariat, Kano Peace Committee (KPC), as well as a Convener, Nigeria for Peace Project (N4P) was honoured with the Prestigious Award of the Institute, alongside other prominent Nigerians.

 

Other awardees include

Gen. Christopher Musa OFR, Chief of Defence Staff, Hon. Justice Edward Amoako Asante, Former President, Community Court of Justice, ECOWAS, Maj. Gen. Johnson A.O. Ochoga Rtdf, H.E. Sen. Engr. Dave Umahi, Prof. Chiedozie Benjamin Okoro, Dr. Kabiru Adamu, CEO, Beacon Security and Intelligence LTD among others.

 

The recognition of Amb. Ibrahim Waiya into the fold of the distinguished personalities, was in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the peace and security in Nigeria.

 

His contribution to the development of peace and security in Kano State, Northern Nigeria and the Nation at large, has distinguished his personality as someone who believes in the security, peace and unity of the Nigerian State, and to see Nigeria remains peaceful, united and secured.

 

Friends and well wishers also appreciated the Institute of Security and Strategic Studies for their foresight, to honour this outstanding personality in Nigeria

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Senator Ali Ndume Highlights Growing Public Distrust in Lawmakers

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Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has expressed concern over the growing lack of confidence Nigerians have in their lawmakers, attributing it to poor performance.

Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Ndume highlighted that, in the aftermath of the 2023 general elections, only 25 out of the 109 senators from the previous Assembly returned to the upper chamber.

“This means we have lost the confidence of the people,” he said.

“Out of those that didn’t come back, almost all wanted to return, except for a few who sought governorship positions,” Ndume emphasised the need to protect the integrity of the legislature, stressing that when lawmakers fail to meet public expectations, it amounts to a breach of trust.

Ndume also commented on a recent uproar in the Senate concerning President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills.

Tensions flared on Wednesday when Ndume objected to the presence of Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), in the Senate, as his briefing was not listed on the agenda.

Ndume, citing Senate rules, argued that visitors should not be allowed to address the chamber without prior notice. “That is why I raised the matter. If not, why not?” he questioned, labelling the incident an “ambush.”

The senator’s remarks come amid growing calls for greater accountability and transparency within Nigeria’s legislature, as public dissatisfaction with lawmakers continues to mount.

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Ondo LG chairmanship polls 2025 : APC aspirant, Adidas Obanoyen launches campaign tagged ” back to basic agenda “

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The Owo Local Government chairmanship aspirant on the platform of the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC Amb. Obanoyen Abiola Sikiru has launched seven point agenda aimed to restore hope’s of residents in the council area, if elected .

 

The aspirant popularly known as Adidas Datiwa, made the declaration during his tour of the wards that constitutes the local government area.

 

Obanoyen, who said he’s the best candidate to fly the flag of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the January 18th, 2025 LG polls in the state have assured party leaders in the area that his manifesto tagged “Back to Basic would restore good governance and sustain the embolden thoughts of Owo fathers.

 

 

He pointed out that , the recent Supreme Court ruling affirming the financial autonomy of Local Governments is pivotal beyond the autonomy , noting that , the recent judicial development comes with the huge task to deliver real and lasting changes in the lives of Owo people.

 

He said “My agenda, *BACK TO BASICS*, is a 7-theme Policy Blueprint designed to restore local governance and ensure that our government works for everyone of our people in Owo and those in Diaspora”.

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“the corner stone of our agenda covers economic empowerment and development, strengthening local Industries, vocational trainings to equip women and youth with the essential vocational skills to foster self-reliance and entrepreneurship.

 

“ we are in critical need for , what I term Diaspora Engagement to partner with the diaspora community to secure funding for vocational training and MSME financing, particularly in the area of agriculture.

 

“ it is time we pursue modern farming techniques to boost food security in Owo , so also public and private investments in Infrastructural developments,”

 

Obanoyen stressed on the need to prioritize the maintenance of rural roads to improve access to markets, schools, and healthcare facilities, adding that , Owo under his administration, if given the peoples mandate would Install new and maintain existing solar streetlights .

 

He said the agenda would pursue the provision and maintenance of drainage systems, upgrade public facilities upgrades with the construction of modernize markets, abattoirs , and motor parks to stimulate economic activities.

 

He added that “there would be introduced an digitalized revenue systems to streamline revenue collection, to ensure transparency and reduce leakages.

 

According to him, Owo local government under his stewardship would launch an official local government website to facilitate access to E-Governance for civil records, the registration of births, deaths, and marriages to simplify processes for citizens to curb issues related to the delays been experienced .

 

“We will provide enhanced healthcare services: through Improve health centers, with a focus on maternal and child health, and increase vaccination outreach programs with collaborative medical partnerships with the diaspora and faith-based organizations to provide medical interventions and healthcare outreach.

 

“this noble agenda will promote improved education and literacy through improved school infrastructure, refurbishing of dilapidated schools in rural areas, improving learning environments and encouraging higher enrollment rates.” Obanoyen said.

 

Adding that community safety initiatives , peaceful coexistence would serve as his watch words as the council boss through working closely with community leaders and security agencies .

 

He reassured APC party leaders, members and the entire citizens of Owo that, he is committed towards impacting on the development history of the area, pledging that he would be restless towards pursuing the implementation of his manifesto for the betterment of Owo kingdom.

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