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MYA: Experts seek unity among Muslims on critical state issues
MYA: Experts seek unity among Muslims on critical state issues
Members of the Muslim Ummah in the South-West have been urged to work together especially in critical matters relating to the state in order to achieve a common goal.
Experts gave the charge at a forum organised by the National Council of Muslim Youth Organizations (NACOMYO) Lagos State Chapter on Saturday.
It was the group’s second edition of such programme for the year.
The programme with a theme “The State, the Imamate, and Traditional Institutions in Yoruba Land: Oscillating between Hegemony and Congruity”, had Professor Amunni Olayinka Kudus from the Department of Foreign Languages, Faculty of Arts, Lagos State University (LASU), as the distinguished guest lecturer who delivered a thought-provoking lecture.
He explored the complex relationships between the state, imamate, and traditional institutions in Yoruba land, highlighting the history, the tensions and synergies between hegemony and congruity.
The erudite scholar referenced the efforts of Professor T. G. O. Gbadamosi in his book titled “The Growth of Islam Among the Yoruba” and other Islamic scholars on their roles on the issues of discussion.
He commended the role of MUSWEN in charting a way forward for Muslim ummah in the South West while urging all stakeholders, Muslim communities, muslim organizations to work together in order to achieve a common goal.
In addition, the lecture was followed by a discussion featuring Dr. Abdul-Wasi Babatunde Moshood, who is the Head of the Department of Political Science, Lagos State University.
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He provided insightful comments on the lecture while Muheeb Abdul Fatai, Deputy Director in the Ministry of Justice Lagos State and former State Coordinator of NACOMYO Lagos State Chapter also shared his expertise on the topic and gave practical examples on the issues between the imams and traditional institutions. He stressed that unity is the only way to resolving the issues.
The attendance of Hon Abdulkareem Jubril, member representing Agege Constituency 02 in the Lagos State House of Assembly and Chairman House Committee on Home Affairs, gave the programme a significant boost.
In his keynote address, Jubril spoke on the programme’s theme, and commended the guest lecturer for an excellent delivery.
He emphasized the importance of engaging youths in Islamic organizations and other stakeholders.
He challenged NACOMYO to always contribute meaningfully to community and political development in the state and advised the council to organize more impactful programmes and activities.
He expressed his commitment to supporting NACOMYO’s activities to the best of his ability.
According to the Public Relations Officer, Adeyemo Abd’Akeem, “Muslim Youth Assembly and general meeting is a programme that provides a platform for intellectual discourse and exchange of ideas on a critical topic affecting Muslim youth in Lagos State.”
During the general meeting the which was presided by Lagos State Chapter coordinator Engr. Isiaka Salami, said the chapter had demonstrated its commitment to promoting knowledge, understanding, and harmony among Muslim youths and stakeholders.
He added that the council would continue to engage the stakeholders and partner with the government and relevant stakeholders in order to achieve the organisations objectives.
MYA: Experts seek unity among Muslims on critical state issues
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Yahaya Bello reports to EFCC office with lawyers
Yahaya Bello reports to EFCC office with lawyers
A former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, on Tuesday visited the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to honour another invitation extended to him over alleged misappropriation of funds.
Bello went to the anti-graft office with his lawyers in the morning.
The ex-Kogi governor reportedly drove himself to the EFCC’s office in a black Toyota Hilux van with some lawyers.
He was said to have been taken by some operatives of the agency and are currently being grilled.
This is coming after the Supreme Court judgment which dismissed a suit brought by some state governments challenging the constitutionality of the agency.
The EFCC at the last hearing on November 14, sought the adjournment till November 27 in the fresh case it instituted against Bello.
It stated that the 30-day window was still running for the summons earlier issued.
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Just in: Ebonyi governor suspends two commissioners, Perm Sec for misconduct
Just in: Ebonyi governor suspends two commissioners, Perm Sec for misconduct
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has announced the immediate suspension of two commissioners with a permanent secretary among others for gross misconduct.
Those suspended are the Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development Francis Ori, and the Commissioner for Health, Moses Ekuma, with the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health.
The suspension followed an incident on Saturday night, when the governor reportedly visited the Ministry of Health’s premises and was said to have found six officials diverting government materials.
Others suspended for three months are the Executive Secretaries of the State Primary Healthcare Development Agency and the Ebonyi State Health Insurance Agency
The suspension order was announced by the state Commissioner for Information, Jude Okpor, who cited alleged misconduct and dereliction of duties as the reasons for the disciplinary actions.
Okpor made the disclosure on Tuesday during a press briefing on the outcomes of the State Executive Council meeting held on Monday at the New Government House in Abakaliki, the state capital.
“Following cases of gross misconduct and dereliction of duties by some government officials and matters related thereto, the Chairman of Council directed the indefinite suspension of the Honourable Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development and three months suspension of the Honourable Commissioner for Health, respectively
“In view of the development, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Primary Health was directed to take charge of the ministry in the absence of the suspended commissioner.
Governor Nwifuru directed the suspended government officials to hand over all government properties in their possession including vehicles to the Secretary to the State Government.
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Why we’re borrowing despite surplus revenues – FG
Why we’re borrowing despite surplus revenues – FG
The Federal Government has defended its decision to borrow to address budget deficits, despite surpassing revenue targets in 2024.
Finance Minister Wale Edun and Budget Minister Atiku Bagudu clarified this position during a session with the National Assembly’s Joint Committee on Finance, Budget, and National Planning. The meeting focused on the 2025–2027 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP).
Last week, the National Assembly approved President Bola Tinubu’s $2.2 billion loan request to fund the N9.7 trillion deficit in the 2024 budget partially.
During the session, key agency heads, including Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) CEO Mele Kyari, Customs Comptroller-General Bashir Adeniyi, and Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Chairman Zacch Adedeji, presented their revenue reports.
The agencies reported exceeding their 2024 targets.
- Customs Service: Generated ₦5.352 trillion by September 30, surpassing its ₦5.09 trillion target for the year. For 2025, the agency projects ₦6.3 trillion, with a 10% increase planned for 2026.
- NNPCL: Achieved ₦13.1 trillion in revenue, exceeding the ₦12.3 trillion projection for 2024. Kyari announced a ₦23.7 trillion revenue target for 2025.
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- FIRS: Surpassed multiple tax collection goals, including ₦5.7 trillion from company income tax against a ₦4 trillion target. Education tax collections also exceeded expectations, reaching ₦1.5 trillion compared to a ₦70 billion target.
Overall, ₦18.5 trillion of the ₦19.4 trillion 2024 revenue target had been achieved by September, indicating the goal will be exceeded by year-end.
Despite these surpluses, the government insists borrowing remains essential to cover budget gaps and support vulnerable populations.
Bagudu explained, “Even with agencies exceeding revenue targets, borrowing is necessary to address deficits and boost productivity, particularly for the poorest. This aligns with Agenda 2050, which aims for a GDP per capita of $33,000.”
Edun also reiterated that loans were critical for adequately funding the budget.
The committee, led by Senator Sani Musa, questioned the rationale behind the borrowing and demanded further transparency. The Immigration Service was specifically asked to provide documents regarding an “unacceptable PPP arrangement” before the end of the week.
The session underscored the government’s balancing act between increased revenues and fiscal challenges requiring external borrowing.
Why we’re borrowing despite surplus revenues – FG
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