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Buhari orders military to dislodge Boko Haram from North-East

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President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday ordered the military to wipe out Boko Haram insurgents from their hideouts in the North-East.

The President gave the order in response to the Saturday killing of 43 rice farmers in Borno State through a Federal Government delegation who visited Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum in Maiduguri, over the killing of 43 farmers by Boko Haram insurgents in Koshebe, Mafa Local Government Area.

The Senate President, Dr Ahmed Lawan, who led the FG’s delegation, said the visit was at the instance of President Muhammadu Buhari to commiserate with government and people of Borno state over the “senseless killings.”

He said fighting insecurity remained top priority of this government, noting that all the needed resources would be provided to prosecute the war on terror in Borno and other criminal activities in different parts of the country.

He noted that the President had ordered that the battle should be taken to all the hideouts of the insurgents.

Governor Zulum urged the Federal Government to recruit more youths of the state into the armed forces and other security agents.

The governor also said the services of security forces from neighbouring countries should be engaged to clear the remnants of the insurgents from the shores of Lake Chad.

He called on the National Assembly to increase budgetary allocation to the region, noting that the N45 billion appropriated for capital projects to the North-East in the 2021 fiscal year was not enough.

Others in the delegation were Chief of Staff to the President, Prof Ibrahim Ganbari; ministers of Federal Capital Territory, Communications and Digital Economy, ministers of State for Agriculture and that of Works and Housing.

They also visited the Zabarmari community to condole with families of the victims.

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BREAKING : JAMB fixes dates for 2024 UTME registration, examination

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BREAKING : JAMB fixes dates for 2024 UTME registration, examination

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced dates for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination’s (UTME) sale of application documents, registration and the actual examination.

This is contained in a statement signed by Dr Fabian Benjamin – JAMB Public Communication Advisor (PAC), which was obtained by PlatinumPost on Wednesday in Abuja.

It reads in full: “Based on the series of recommendations emanating from a two-day Information Technology (IT) and Management Retreat held between 26th and 28th, November, 2023, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board(JAMB), has fixed 15th January to 26th February, 2024, for the sale of its Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) application document.

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Meanwhile, 7th March, 2024, has been slated for the 2024 MOCK-UTME, while the main UTME will hold from 19th to 29th April, 2024.

Candidates are expected to print their examination slips as from 10th April, 2024.

Candidates are enjoined to take note of these dates and other advisories issued by the Board in relation to the administration of the examination. They are also to visit the Board’s website @www.jamb gov. ng for any other information. ”

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BREAKING: Tinubu gives NASS 31 days to pass 2024 ‘Budget of Renewed Hope’

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BREAKING: Tinubu gives NASS 31 days to pass 2024 ‘Budget of Renewed Hope’

President Bola Tinubu has presented the 2024 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly, urging lawmakers to expedite its passage by January 1, 2024, to ensure the smooth functioning of his administration.

Themed “Budget of Renewed Hope,” the 2024 budget prioritizes human capital development, poverty reduction, and internal security reforms.

In his address to a joint session of the National Assembly, Tinubu emphasized the importance of timely budget passage, stating, “I urge the National Assembly to ensure the passage of this budget by January 1, 2024, to enable our government to function properly and deliver on its promises to the Nigerian people.”

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The president noted that the 2024 budget proposal allocates significant resources to education, healthcare, and social protection programmes with the aim of addressing the challenges of poverty and inequality that hinder Nigeria’s progress.

President Tinubu also highlighted the need to strengthen the country’s internal security architecture to confront the security threats that have plagued the nation over the years.

Present during the budget presentation were Vice President Kashim Shettima, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume; Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike; National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganjude; amongst others.

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BREAKING: Tinubu storms National Assembly for 2024 budget presentation

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BREAKING: Tinubu storms National Assembly for 2024 budget presentation

The National Assembly Complex is currently under increased security measures in anticipation of President Bola Tinubu’s presentation of the 2024 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives at 11 am today.

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Additional armed policemen have been deployed to the various entrances of the complex, including the Main (MOPOL) Gate, the Villa Gate, and the Annex Gates, with strict enforcement of accreditation requirements. Unauthorized individuals are being denied access to the premises.

The typically bustling atmosphere of the National Assembly is notably subdued, marked by restricted human and vehicular traffic, creating a more solemn ambiance than usual.

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