The fuel subsidy fraud charges involving Nadabo and it’s CEO originally started in 2012.
The fuel subsidy fraud charges involving Nadabo and it’s CEO originally started in 2012.
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The Benue State House of Assembly has constituted an ad-hoc committee to scrutinise the cash flow of local governments aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability at the grassroots level.
The constitution of the committee took place during plenary on Tuesday in Makurdi.
The Speaker, Mr Alfred Emberga, said that Gov. Hyacinth Alia had disclosed at several fora that his administration had granted full autonomy to local governments.
Emberga noted that adequate funds were consistently released to enable them to discharge their responsibilities effectively.
The committee was chaired by the House Majority Leader, Mr Thomas Dugeri, with Mr Cyril Ikong serving as vice chairman.
Other members include Mr Terna Shimawua, Mr Abu Umoru, Mr Bemdoo Ipusu, Mr Douglas Akya, and Mr Isaac Ochekliye.
Emberga said that the committee’s secretariat would be handled by Mr Daniel Gever as secretary, assisted by Mr Michael Tsav.
He charged the committee to carry out a thorough and diligent assignment, urging them to submit their report within 21 days.
Meanwhile, the house also considered and passed four bills.
The bills include a bill to provide for the Benue State Pension Harmonisation and Minimum Pension Law, 2026, aimed at improving pension administration and welfare of retirees, sponsored by Mr Douglas Akya and five others.
The house equally passed a bill establishing the Benue State Security Trust Fund, designed to enhance security funding, as well as a bill to repeal the Local Government Law 2007 and enact a new legal framework guiding the establishment, structure, composition, financing, and functions of local government councils in the state.
In addition, the assembly passed a bill to provide a comprehensive framework for mainstreaming climate change actions.
The proposed law also introduced a system of carbon budgeting and establishes the Benue State Council on Climate Change Secretariat, reflecting the state’s commitment to environmental sustainability and climate governance.
Benue Assembly sets up ad-hoc committee to check LGs earnings
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Famous Canadian music star, Celine Dion, has announced return to the stage after years of her battle with incurable illness.
Announcing her return in a now trending video shared on her Instagram page to celebrate her 58th birthday, the singer said she’s returning with with a concert series in Paris, France starting from September September 12 to October 14 2026.
While appreciating her fans for their prayers and love, Celine Dion said “You have helped me in ways that I cannot describe. I’m truly so fortunate to have your support
“I have missed you so much. I’m singing again, and even doing a little bit of dancing”, Celine announced.
DAILY POST reports that the announcement came nearly three years after she cancelled her world tour following a battle with neurological disorder.
Celine was diagnosed with an incurable disease that causes one’s muscles to tense uncontrollably, “Stiff Person Syndrome” in 2022.
She made first public appearance in 2024 during the 66th Grammy Awards Ceremony, after which she has not been in public.
Celine Dion announces comeback concerts amid battle with incurable disease [VIDEO]
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Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, has revealed that his team struggled in the win over Wikki Tourists.
The Minna-based side recorded a 2-0 win over Wikki Tourists at the Bako Kontagora Stadium on Sunday.
Abdulrasheed Shehu Dabai converted from the penalty spot before Terdoo Shimagande sealed the win with a late header for Niger Tornadoes.
Mangut commended his players for showing enough desire to secure the maximum points in the game.
“We thank God for the win. It was a great effort and performance from the players—they showed real desire,” Mangut told the club’s media.
“We struggled to find our rhythm in the first half, which led to the changes we made, and thankfully they worked.”
Mangut also reiterated his team’s desire to maintain their NPFL status.
“Our target remains to secure our NPFL status and finish comfortably,” he added.
Niger Tornadoes currently occupy 11th position on the NPFL table.
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes struggled in win over Wikki Tourists – Mohammed
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The deceased senators are Okechukuwu Ezea (Enugu North), Godiya Akwashiki (Nasarawa North), and Barinada Mpigi (Rivers South-East).
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The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested two suspects for allegedly defrauding unsuspecting job seekers of ₦2.9 million. […]
