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Crisis deepens as CAN again postpone election in Taraba

The Taraba State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has been plunged into turmoil following the indefinite postponement of its election, which was earlier slated for today, January 17, 2025. This latest postponement, as noted by DAILY POST, marks the second delay in the election process, following an earlier disruption in November 2024
Crisis deepens as CAN again postpone election in Taraba

The Taraba State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has been plunged into turmoil following the indefinite postponement of its election, which was earlier slated for today, January 17, 2025.

This latest postponement, as noted by DAILY POST, marks the second delay in the election process, following an earlier disruption in November 2024 over disputes concerning rotational leadership arrangements.

The Catholic Bloc, it will be recalled, had threatened to boycott the election unless their candidate was given the chance to assume the chairmanship position of the association.

Efforts to resolve the impasse, including the establishment of an electoral college with representatives from CAN’s five blocs, seem not to have yielded results, leaving the chapter in a state of uncertainty.

According to reports, the latest postponement stems from a petition filed by the Global Methodist Church against one of the candidates, Rev. Philip Micah Dopah.

In the midst of the mounting tension, some stakeholders, who spoke with our reporter, have accused the former CAN chairman, Rev. Isaiah Jirape, of orchestrating the confusion.

They also claimed that Jirape is working to influence the election outcome to install a successor who will allow him to maintain control over the association’s leadership.

His alleged interference, according to the critics, is driven by a personal vendetta against the state governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, who, Daily Post learned, in 2024 declined to reappoint him as Chairman of the Taraba State Christian Pilgrim Welfare Board.

Since then, Jirape is said to have used his influence to undermine the governor’s preferred candidate, according to one of the critics.

Efforts to obtain comments from Jirape have been unsuccessful, as his phone remained unreachable at the time of this report.

The ongoing crisis has raised alarms among stakeholders, who fear the prolonged delays and internal conflicts could weaken CAN’s unity and diminish its capacity to serve as a voice for the Christian community in Taraba State.

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CNG: NASS frowns at avoidable explosion of vehicles

The National Assembly has frowned upon what it described as the avoidable explosions of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), urging the Federal Government to conduct thorough adaptability tests or research to ascertain the causes and recommend necessary adjustments. The parliament noted the frequent explosions of some vehicles already converted from petrol-powered automobiles to CNG-powered ones. This
CNG: NASS frowns at avoidable explosion of vehicles

The National Assembly has frowned upon what it described as the avoidable explosions of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), urging the Federal Government to conduct thorough adaptability tests or research to ascertain the causes and recommend necessary adjustments.

The parliament noted the frequent explosions of some vehicles already converted from petrol-powered automobiles to CNG-powered ones.

This observation was made during the ongoing 2025 budget defense session by the Joint Committee on Petroleum (Downstream), Petroleum (Upstream), and Gas on Friday in Abuja, where the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources was represented by the two Ministers of State.

The Assembly also decried the N903 million earmarked for capital project execution by the Ministry of Petroleum in the 2025 fiscal year.

A member of the Committee, Hon. Hafilat Ogbala, after expressing concern, sought an explanation from the Minister of State for Gas, Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, regarding the way forward to address the frequent explosions of vehicles. Similarly, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan inquired whether adaptability tests or research had been conducted before implementing the CNG initiative in the country.

She stated: “There is danger in adapting any form of technology without proper research or testing for its suitability.

“The vehicles being converted into CNG-powered automobiles in Nigeria were originally built for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). This is aside from the impact of bumpy or bad roads here, unlike the smooth roads in countries where CNG technology is imported from.

“Also, was the factor of Nigeria’s hot climate considered before the importation of the CNG idea?”

In response, the Minister of State for Gas explained that a Presidential Committee on CNG had carried out the necessary adaptability tests or research before operationalizing the CNG initiative in Nigeria.

He stated that investigations conducted by his Ministry, in collaboration with the Presidential Committee, revealed that all CNG-converted vehicles that had exploded were not converted at certified centers.

“CNG has come to stay in Nigeria. Those vehicles that exploded were not converted at certified centers but by roadside technicians,” he said.

Regarding the N903 million capital allocation for the Ministry in 2025, the Minister of State for Petroleum, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, informed the Senator Agom Jarigbe-led Committee that the projection is small because the Ministry focuses more on policy formulation than on contract execution.

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$10bn needed to restore Gaza’s shattered healthcare system – WHO

The World Health Organisation has said the Gaza ceasefire could boost aid deliveries to 600 trucks daily amid reports that Israel’s security cabinet has given the green light to a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The body also said more than $10 billion is required to restore Gaza’s shattered healthcare system. WHO representative in the Occupied
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The World Health Organisation has said the Gaza ceasefire could boost aid deliveries to 600 trucks daily amid reports that Israel’s security cabinet has given the green light to a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The body also said more than $10 billion is required to restore Gaza’s shattered healthcare system. WHO representative in the Occupied

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Farmers in Niger decry decline in food prices

Farmers in Niger State have expressed deep concern over the continuous drop in food prices, a trend they attribute to Nigerian food processing companies increasingly sourcing agricultural products from overseas markets. The farmers lamented that while the reduced prices have brought relief to Nigerian consumers, they pose a significant threat to the livelihoods of local
Farmers in Niger decry decline in food prices

Farmers in Niger State have expressed deep concern over the continuous drop in food prices, a trend they attribute to Nigerian food processing companies increasingly sourcing agricultural products from overseas markets.

The farmers lamented that while the reduced prices have brought relief to Nigerian consumers, they pose a significant threat to the livelihoods of local producers and traders, who rely heavily on the domestic market for income.

Hassan Ango Abdullahi, President of the Amana Farmers and Grains Suppliers Association of Nigeria, Shiroro branch, revealed the sharp decline in prices.

According to him, food processing companies now favor cheaper alternatives from countries like Chad and Ghana, a development he described as detrimental to local farmers.

“Initially, we sold a 100-kilogram bag of beans for N103,000 and soybeans for N105,000, but now the prices have dropped to N80,000,” Abdullahi disclosed.

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N’Assembly reaffirms commitment to boost food security

The National Assembly Joint Committee on Agricultural Production and Services has reiterated its support for the National Agricultural Development Fund as part of its broader strategy to enhance food security in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary/CEO of NADF, Mohammed Ibrahim, said in a statement shared with our correspondent on Saturday. According to the statement, this reaffirmation
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The National Assembly Joint Committee on Agricultural Production and Services has reiterated its support for the National Agricultural Development Fund as part of its broader strategy to enhance food security in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary/CEO of NADF, Mohammed Ibrahim, said in a statement shared with our correspondent on Saturday. According to the statement, this reaffirmation

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N/Assembly reaffirms commitment to boost food security

The National Assembly Joint Committee on Agricultural Production and Services has reiterated its support for the National Agricultural Development Fund as part of its broader strategy to enhance food security in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary/CEO of NADF, Mohammed Ibrahim, said in a statement shared with our correspondent on Saturday. According to the statement, this reaffirmation
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The National Assembly Joint Committee on Agricultural Production and Services has reiterated its support for the National Agricultural Development Fund as part of its broader strategy to enhance food security in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary/CEO of NADF, Mohammed Ibrahim, said in a statement shared with our correspondent on Saturday. According to the statement, this reaffirmation

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