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  • Tinubu departs Lagos for South Africa

    Tinubu departs Lagos for South Africa

     

    Departure

    By Itohan Abara-Laserian

     

     

    Lagos, June 18, 2024 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday departed Lagos at 11.06 a.m. for Pretoria.

    Tinubu is to attend inauguration of  re-elected South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa.
    The president will return to Nigeria after the ceremony.
    Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and other dignitaries saw Tinubu off at the Muritala Muhammed International Airport,  Ikeja.
    The president was transported in a Dassault Falcon 8X aircraft with registration number 9H-GRC.
    Tinubu had arrived Lagos on Friday for the Eid-el Kabir festivities.
    He had called on Nigerians to make sacrifices that would make the nation great. (NAN) www.nannews.ng
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    Edited by Ijeoma Popoola

  • We`ll not be distracted from our responsibilities—Kano CP

    We`ll not be distracted from our responsibilities—Kano CP

    Peace

    By Aminu Garko

    Kano, June 18,2024 (NAN) The outgoing Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Mr Usaini Gumel, said on Tuesday in Kano that the command remained steadfast in maintaining law and order in the state.

    Gumel told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) during an interview that police and other security agencies would not be distracted from discharging their responsibilities to the people of the state.

    He warned against politicising the security situation in the state, urging every resident of the state to support the police in its duties.

    He told NAN that providing conducive atmosphere for law-abiding members of the public to carry out their legitimate activities was a priority to the personnel of the command.

    “We will remain focused on our mandate and will not be distracted from providing a peaceful atmosphere for residents”, said Gumel, an Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG).

    The police chief, therefore, urged the public to provide the police with necessary information towards identifying, apprehending and prosecuting criminal elements in the society.

    “We will not be distracted in the course of providing the platform for peaceful coexistence of the residents.

    “The Police Command and all heads of relevant security agencies appreciate the continuing stakeholders collective supports, advise and direction that keep us together in sustaining peace in the state”, he told NAN. ( NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Uche Anunne

  • Reopening of Lagos-Kano Railway Line, major rebound for Nigeria’s Economy – Group 

    Economy
    By Emmanuel Mogbede
    Abuja, June 18,2024 (NAN)The Democratic Front (TDF), a pro-democracy group, has described the repair and reopening of the Lagos-Kano railway line for freight operations as a major boost for the economy.
    The TDF said this in a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Danjuma Mohammed and Secretary, Wale Adedayo on Tuesday in Abuja.
    It said the start of service on the railway line was the culmination of silent work by the President Bola Tinubu administration to get things done with minimum fuss.
    “We laud and celebrate  completion of repair works and reopening of the long-abandoned  Lagos-Kano railway line by the administration of President Tinubu.
    “Our joy and excitement can only be understood within the context of the  memorable contributions of the 1,132km railway line to the economic, social, political and cultural development of Nigeria.
    “For the avoidance of doubt, the iconic railway line was the bedrock of Nigeria’s cash crop exports to the outside world under.
    “The colonial administrations from 1898 to decades after the country’s independence in October 1960,” the statement recalled.
    It noted that aside from the Rivers Niger and Benue which were natural pivots in the making of Nigeria’s geo-political circumstances, the Lagos-Kano Railway Line was a major connector for trade.
    It said it was also the major connector for political, economic, and socio cultural relationships between the South and the Northern parts of the country.
    The TDF said it was,  however, sad that succeeding administrations neglected such a critical transport infrastructure and abandoned it to years of decay.
    This, it said, was especially at the advent of crude oil as the mainstay of the country’s economy, to the detriment of the nation’s socio-economic advancement.
    “The abandonment of the Lagos-Kano railway line, which stems from refusal of successive administrations to invest adequately in railway transportation.
    “Until former President Muhammadu Buhari came onboard, was the beginning of the decline of Nigeria’s economy of the 1970s.
    “Happily though, President Tinubu has taken a bold step to reverse the declining situation by rehabilitating the Lagos-Kano railway line, among other infrastructural projects, to boost food supply and revive the ailing economy.
    “We are convinced that the resumption of transport operations on the Lagos-Kano railway route, will bring back the lost glory of socio-cultural interactions and integrations among the diverse ethnic groups of Nigeria,” it said.
    It said the development would also drastically reduce the rising  cost of food prices, and help resuscitate all dead or epileptic economic activities in markets and communities along the rail route.
    It added that the accomplishment of such an infrastructural feat resonated with the wisdom behind  Tinubu’s decision to present a national budget of overwhelming capital expenditure component in the 2024 appropriation Act.
    It said this major achievement by Tinubu reinforced its position that he needed time, support and stability in the polity to put Nigeria in her pride of place among the comity of great nations of the world.
    The TDF, therefore, urged the organised labour to see reasons with the Tinubu-led administration on the minimum wage crisis.
    “We also strongly appeal to the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to accept the  Federal Government’s offer of a N62,000  minimum wage.
    “And also desist from any further action capable of heating up or destabilising the polity. As a responsible organisation, we are not averse to the need for a wage increase for Nigerian workers.
    “But It is our opinion that wages should be increased only as an incentive for efficiency, effectiveness and upward productivity, not as a factor for mitigating the effects of inflation in the country.
    “This is because the trajectory of wage increases in Nigeria, from the salary award of the Udoji Commission of 1974 till date.
    “Shows that wage and salary increases intrinsically amplify multi-dimensional inflation in the economy,”TDF added.
    It charged the organised labour to see itself as partners in the Federal Government’s quest to expand the economic base of the country through massive investments in infrastructure.
    NAN reports that the the Lagos–Kano Standard Gauge Railway is a 1,343km standard gauge railway.
    The rail will connect the Atlantic Ocean port city of Lagos to Kano, near the border with Niger, passi through Abuja.
    The railway replaces the Cape gauge Western Line built by the British in 1896–1927, which has a lower design capacity .(NAN)
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  • Putin praises North Korea’s support for Russia’s war against Ukraine

    Putin praises North Korea’s support for Russia’s war against Ukraine

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    Moscow, June 18, 2024 (dpa/NAN) Ahead of his visit to North Korea on Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Pyongyang for its support in Moscow’s fight against Ukraine.

    Putin praised North Korea’s “unwavering support for Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine,” using the Kremlin’s wording to refer to the war, in a letter published in Pyongyang’s official newspaper Rodong Sinmun.

    The Russian leader also thanked North Korea for its solidarity on important international issues.

    He added that it was committed and like-minded and ready to counter the West’s aspiration to restrain the establishment of a multipolar world order.

    According to Putin, both countries have plans to collaborate on building a security architecture in Eurasia.

    And also countering Western sanctions, and establishing independent transaction systems.(dpa/NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Cecilia Odey/Sadiya Hamza

  • Eid-el Kabir: Yusuf donates cows, food items to inmates in Kano

    Eid-el Kabir: Yusuf donates cows, food items to inmates in Kano
    Donation
    By Ramatu Garba
    Kano, June 18, 2024(NAN) Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State, has donated 12 cows and food items to inmates in all Custodial Centres in the state to celebrate Eid-el Kabir.
    Yusuf, who made the donation through the Chairperson of theState Committee for Prerogative of Mercy, Hajiya Azumi Namadi-Bebeji, said that the gesture would give the inmates a sense of belonging.
    He enjoined the inmates to be of good conduct and remain resilience as they pass through reformatory programmes.
    The governpr  commended the Nigerian Correctional Service for reforming, rehabilitating and reintegrating inmates.
     Mr Suleiman Inuwa, the Controller of the Nigeria Correctional Service in the state, recieved the items on behalf of the Controller-General of Correction Services, Haliru Nababa.
    Inuwa commended the state government for the gesture.
    NAN reports that some of the food items included 150 bags of  25kg rice, vegetable oil, onions and seasoning among others.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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  • AGN holds candlelight service for late Nollywood veterans Mr Ibu, others in FCT

     

    Candlelight

     

    By Joshua Olomu

     

    Abuja, June 18, 2024(NAN)  The Actors Guild of Nigeria(AGN)has organised a candlelight procession to pay tribute to  late Nollywood  actors John Okafor, popularly known as ‘Mr Ibu’, Amaechi Muonagor and Zulu Adigwe.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the thespians, alongside fans and friends of the late veterans gathered for the procession   at the Unity Fountain on Monday  night in Abuja.

    The procession was led by Emeka Rollas, National President of the AGN ,alongside veteran actors Kenneth Okonkwo, Zack Orji, Sidney Idiala, among others.

    In a heartfelt display of respect and emotions, the attendees took turns to pay tribute to the fallen heroes for their contributions to the Nigerian film industry.

    Mercy  Salma, FCT mayor of AGN, said the event was to  show   appreciation and honour for the  life and times of the late actors.

    “These are Nollywood veterans that put smiles in the faces of Nigerians during their lifetime, so we should celebrate their legacies and memories.

    “They have both the young and the old Nigerians, and even across Africa and beyond as their fans.”

    “So this procession is to show that we love them and appreciate their sacrifices and contributions to our industry and nation at large,” she said.

    In his speech, Emeka Rollas said the procession was to demonstrate the solidarity that exist in the actors guild and to reflect on the moments they shared with the late thespians.

    According to the AGN helmsman, the candlelight service was also an occasion for actors to reflect on  how they  want to be remembered at the end of their works.

    “This is a season of sorrow for us at the AGN, our hearts are filled with grief over the loss of our three veteran members.

    “But as the saying goes, when someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.

    “The Late John Okafor, Amaechi Monaugor and Zulu Adigwe lived life that exemplified brilliance and  inspired emulation.

    “They also lived a life that burned so that others’ paths were lit, and they made impact on the society through their profession.

    “Today we are here to honour them, not only by profoundly feeling and expressing our loss, but also to remember their amazing personalities.

    “They all played  unique and special roles in all of our lives and the acting profession and they  were loyal colleagues and special friends to many of us.

    “Today,  we honour these men as we recall special moments ,they were living proof of how fine a person can be, caring hearts to their friends and colleagues, loving and devoted father to their children.

    They gave their all in their acting careers as they worked with passion, integrity and energy and our hearts and prayers are with their families at this most difficult time,” he said.

    On his part, Kenneth Okonkw,  foremost Nollywood actor said their commitment to their profession were part of what made the Nigerian film industry a toast of fans.

    According to him, they  were driven by passion  to join the industry that  was why they rose to their peak and made indelible marks.

    He  urged young artistes to focus on value delivery  and shun the rush for  quick monetary  gains for them to make their marks in the industry.

    “As one of the pioneer actors in the industry, I was  connected personally to each of them that came to Nollywood at that time, and I can tell you that they were all driven by passion  for acting.

    “Wherever they are today, we should appreciate what  they have contributed towards they growth and  development of our industry,” he said.

    NAN reports that the high point of the event was  prayers for the repose of the departed souls and for Nollywood industry, and as well as prayers for Nigeria. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Joseph Edeh

  • Fubara appoints administrators to take over LGAs in Rivers

    Fubara appoints administrators to take over Rivers LGAs

    Fubara

    By Desmond Ejibas

    Port Harcourt, June 18, 2024 (NAN) Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers has directed Heads of Administration in the 23 Local Government Areas(LGAs), to assume leadership of the councils.

    Fubara gave the directive in a state-wide broadcast in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, following the expiration of the tenure of the 23 LG chairmen at midnight on Monday.

    He emphasised that the transfer of power to the administrators was critical to ensuring the continuity of governance in the LGAs.

    “The heads of administration are directed to immediately take charge of the councils and provide leadership in their respective LGAs.

    “They must do this with renewed vigour and readiness to serve, while awaiting further directives as we navigate towards even greater accomplishments together.

    “The constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria must be upheld and law and order must be maintained as we continue to strive to provide leadership and direction for our people.”

    Fubara praised the former chairmen, vice chairmen, and councillors for their dedicated service during their tenures, acknowledging their sacrifices and contributions to the development of their LGAs.

    The governor reassured the public that his administration would persist in delivering infrastructure, quality healthcare services, education and enhanced welfare packages for the residents and workers of the state.

    Meanwhile, the 23 local government chairmen, who are believed to be loyal to former governor Nyesom Wike, have vowed to remain in office after June 17, citing a law enacted by 27 “pro-Wike lawmakers” extending their tenure by six months.

    The state ALGON Chairman, Allwell Ihunda, has consistently insisted that the chairmen would not relinquish their positions, and dared Fubara to force them out.

    He warned that any attempt to remove them from office would be resisted.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the pro-Wike legislators had amended the Local Government Law to extend the tenure of elected chairmen and councillors by six months, if elections were not conducted before the end of their term.

    But the state High Court later barred the assemblymen from parading themselves as members of Rivers State House of Assembly after they defected from the PDP to the APC.

    The court also nullified laws passed by the Martin Amaewhule-led factional assembly and declared their seats vacant after they openly defected to the opposition APC in December.

    Subsequently, the 27 lawmakers took the matter to the Court of Appeal which would decide the fate of the embattled legislators and LG chairmen on June 20.

    However, there was palpable fear on Monday as some angry youths reportedly stormed some of the LG council secretariates, calling for the ousting of the council chairmen.

    The youths invaded Asari Toru, Akuku Toru, Degema and Andoni LGA offices, and locked the gates, insisting that the outgoing chairmen must vacate office.

    In Degema, the protesters chanted war songs and appeared battle ready to stop the chairman from remaining in office after his tenure.

    In Asri Toru LGA, hordes of youth took over the council’s headquarters, issuing threats against the chairman and challenging him to show up on Wednesday after the Eid-el Kabir holidays.

    At Port Harcourt City and Obio/Akpor LGAs offices, heightened security presence deterred protesters with seven police patrol vans and armed personnel guarding the council offices to avert chaos.

    Meanwhile, Mr Olatunji Disu, the Commissioner of Police in Rivers, has assured newsmen that steps had been taken to prevent breakdown of law and order.

    He said that the police were aware of an attempted invasion of the council offices and had deployed personnel to forestall any chaos.

    “We are aware of the crises and court orders, but we urge restraint till June 20 (when the Appeal Court will deliver judgment on the LG tussle).

    “We expect everyone to await the decision of the court. No one should take the laws into his or her hands.

    “We have deployed operatives to various strategic locations to uphold order and ensure public safety. So, we are performing our duties,” emphasised.

    Disu warned against defying the law and advised parents to deter their children and wards from unlawful actions. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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  • Rotational presidency not priority now- Tanko

     

    Dr Yunus Tanko

    Rotational presidency not priority now-Tanko

    Tenure

    By Adeyemi Adeleye

    Lagos, June 18 , 2024 (NAN) Alhaji Yunusa Tanko, the Chief Spokesperson, Peter Obi/ Datti Baba-Ahmed Presidential Campaign Council for 2023, says  reforming the electoral process  is much more needed now  than the proposed single- tenure rotational  presidency, to deepen democracy.

    Tanko, also a former National Chairman of the defunct National Conscience Party (NCP), said this in an with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday.

     

    Tanko said reforming the electoral process would guarantee the emergence of credible leaders across all levels of government.

     

    According to him,  deepening  democracy to guarantee emergence of credible leaders should be one of the key things to consider in the ongoing process of amending the constitution.

    “These( single tenure of six years and  rotational presidency) are things that will be decided by the Nigerian people when the time comes.

    “They are not  things that should be at the front burner of  discussions now

    “This is because what we need actually at the moment is for us to have an electoral reform that would dovetail into credible elections.

    “Once we have that, we shall be talking about tenure of office,” Tanko said.

    He said that the National Assembly should not focus on  tenure of office but deepening the electoral process to promote democracy.

    “Let us reform the electoral system to  make it clean and clear so that we can have credible elections,” he said.

    Also speaking with NAN  , Alhaji Shettima Yerima, National President, Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, said that  rotational presidency and single term of six years for the president and governors were good ideas.

     

    He ,however,said  rotational presidency might not be consistent with  democratic principles.

     

    Yerima, also  a rights activist, said: “it is good, the only problem I have with it is the rotational aspect of it. We must allow it to be democratic.

    “He who has the number should take it, and he who does not produce the number should be patient and wait for his time.

    “However, this is not really our problem, but it is good. One term for any leader to rule and get away..”

    NAN reports that a bill seeking a single term of six years for the President and state governors was brought up recently by 35 members of the House of Representatives.

    The bill also canvasses the rotation of the presidency among the six geo-political zones of the country.

    The 35 legislators, under the auspices of Reformed-minded Legislators, said both proposals  would lead to  reduction in the cost of governance.

    The spokesman for the group, Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere, added that the move would unite the country and ensure  seamless power transition and promote the development of  the country. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
    AYO/BHB

     

    Edited by Buhari Bolaji

  • Ensuring reliable, sustainable power supply under Tinubu’s administration

    Ensuring reliable, sustainable power supply in Tinubu’s administration

     

    By Constance Athekame: News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)

    The power sector has been struggling with limited distribution networks, limited transmission line capacity, a huge metering gap and a fall in gas supply.

    The country’s power problem did not start today; the power sector under previous administrations had a lot of challenges ranging from transmission to generation and distribution.

    The sector is also suffering from low generating capacity, poor system maintenance, and vandalism of electricity installations

    In spite of the privatisation of the power sector, which produced six generation companies and 11 Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), much improvement had not been achieved.

    With President Bola Tinubu taking over power on May 29, 2023 and with his “Renewed Hope Agenda” there was the belief that the power situation would change.

    However, experts are of the opinion that if proper reforms are put in place, the sector will be able to achieve stable and reliable power supply.

    The power sector under Tinubu has witnessed some reforms as he is poised to ensure that he delivers electricity to the people.

    The Minister of power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu, said that the reforms in the power sector were part of the “Renewed Hope Agenda’’ of Tinubu towards transforming the sector in the pursuit of reliable and sustainable electricity for a better Nigeria.

    Adelabu, speaking on the achievements of the Tinubu-led administration in tackling the power sector issues across the National Electricity Supply Industry value chain in the last one year, said that the achievements have set the sector on the path of recovery and prosperity.

    The minister said that the structural reform of the industry through legislation was a significant stride of the administration in the power sector with the signing of the 2023 Electricity Act into law by the president.

    “This law alone has seen the devolution of regulatory powers to three states, ” he said.

    ” In June 2023, the president officially signed the 2023 Electricity Act into law, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s electricity sector.

    “The new law focuses on enhancing the regulation and management of the electricity value chain with the active participation of the sub-national governments.

    “This has resulted in the process of devolution of regulatory powers to three states – Enugu, Ekiti and Ondo to set up their electricity market,”he said.

    According to the minister, there is an advance effort in the development of a National Electricity Policy and Strategic Implementation Plan to provide a comprehensive framework for the nation’s electricity sector.

    He said that this would signify a concerted effort towards addressing longstanding challenges and charting a sustainable path in Nigeria’s electricity industry”.

    Adelabu said that he also got the presidential approval to resolve and defray legacy debts to gas companies, and also to allow efficient gas supply for the sector, as well as payment mechanism to address GenCos’ debts.

    “Resolution of the sector obligations with presidential approval to defray legacy debts to gas companies to allow efficient gas supply for the sector.

    The ministry of power has also overseen the infrastructure development with additional 463MW transmission evacuation capacity to the national grid through the Presidential Power Initiative.

    ” This was made possible through the signing of an accelerated performance agreement in November 2023 supervised by Tinubu and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

    “Additionally, the government has put in place required framework to achieve an injection of 3.5 million meters into the power sector .

    “About 1.5 million meters through the World Bank Distribution Support Recovery Programme and two million meters through the Presidential Metering Initiative has been injected into the industry. ”

    Adelabu listed the improved grid generation capacity with additional 700MW added through the newly commissioned Zungeru hydro power plants as part of efforts to improve power supply.

    He also spoke on the regulatory plan that led to the unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria to Independent System Operators and Transmission System Provider.

    He said that the distribution segment of the sector had also been encouraged to guarantee improved service level for the Band A customers with introduction of cost-reflective tariff.

    “A key liquidity conditions suitable for driving investment and improved monitoring and enforcement of service delivery by the Electricity Distribution Companies (Discos) with necessary sanctions set in place for erring operators.

    The minister said that the conclusion of the 550 millon dollars Nigeria Electrification Plan (NEP) has provided energy access to more households, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), educational and healthcare facilities in rural communities.

    Adelabu said that the government was committed to achieving the Nigeria Energy Transition Plan with the conclusion of the 550 million dollars NEP.

    “This has bridged the energy access deficit by providing electricity to over 1.1 million households, MSMEs, educational and healthcare facilities in unserved and underserved rural communities.

    Adelabu said that Nigerians were beginning to see some progress from the outcome of the reform process and the key achievements of the administration in the last one year.

    “However, we will not relent until we have a resilient and efficient electricity sector that meets the needs of all Nigerians. And we call on the different stakeholders to play their part.

    Some experts, who spoke on the issue said that Tinubu’s administration had brought a lot of reforms to the power sector but however, said that there was a need for improvement.

    Mr Kunle Olubiyo, the President, Nigeria Consumer Protection Network (NCPN), said that from May 2023 to date, there had been a lot of reforms by the Tinibu’s administration in the power sector.

    Olubiyo said that giving power to states to operate their own electricity sector was a good development and a welcome idea.

    “Before now, it was only the Federal Government that had the power to generate, transmit, and distribute power.

    “But now due to the fact that Tinubu assented to the Electricity Act, 2023, which has now given the state the power to establish their own electricity agencies.

    .This is a major mile stone and game changer, ‘’ he said

    According to him, the recent deregulating of metering process by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) is the right step in the right direction.

    “Most of the problems we have been having had to do with metering, there have been a lot of leakages or gaps in the process of acquiring meters.

    “By deregulating the meter sub-sector, it is going to help and improve the issues of liquidity challenges in the sector and aggregate technical collection and commercial losses.

    He also said that the recent unbundling of TCN by the government and granting licence for establishment of the Nigerian Independent System Operator of Nigeria Limited (NISO) was a welcome development.

    “The president has demonstrated some commitment in doing that so we are looking at it in the second year of the Tinubu’s administration.

    “Government as much as possible should fashion out a model that would make sure that TCN operates in an unbundled form in a commercially viable form. ”

    Olubiyo urged the government to look at the area of multiple taxation in Tinubu’s second year in office as the tax burden was strangulating small businesses and the average man on the street.

    “Government should look at those businesses that have a multiplier effect on job creation and productivity and create tax holiday.

    Mr Princewill Okorie, the Executive Director, Electricity Consumer Protection Advocacy Centre commended the Federal Government on the reforms they being put in place to move the power sector forward.

    He said ’’I commend the Federal Government on the efforts they are putting in place to reform the sector, especially the Minister of Power, Mr Adebabayo Adelabu.

    “I have been privileged to participate in the African Energy Market Place Forum held recently.

    “And I saw the effort the minister is putting in place to develop a strategic implementation plan in order to meet up with the provisions of the Electricity Act 2023 .

    “So that is a commendable effort to see that they develop policies that will drive the sector as a follow-up action to the Electricity Act that was signed into law,” he said.

    Okorie, however, said that there were areas that the government was supposed to look into as it affects consumers.

    According to him, the increase in tariff at this time that fuel has been increased is not a welcome idea as Nigerians are suffering.

    He said that increasing tariffs at this time was not a good initiative as this would add to problem of the consumers.

    “As the executive director of Electricity Consumer Protection Advocacy Centre, I am concerned about consumers’ interest in the sector.

    However, Analysts think that if all these reforms are carried out effectively, it will translate to a stable and sustainable power supply. (NAN Features)

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  • Fubara directs LG Heads of administration to oversee councils 

    Fubara directs LG Heads of administration to oversee councils
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    By Precious Akutamadu
    Port Harcourt, June, 18, 2024 (NAN) Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers, on Tuesday, directed the Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAS) to immediately take charge of their councils.
    He said this followed the expiration of the tenure of the 23 local government chairmen on June, 17.
    Fubara gave the directive in a statewide broadcast at Government House in Port Harcourt.
    He commended the dedicated services of the outgoing elected local government chairmen and councillors whose tenure expired after three years of service.
    The governor, on behalf of the state, thanked them for their commitment in serving the state.
    Fubara congratulated them on the completion of their tenure and wished them well in their future endeavours.
    The governor said that he would continue to provide leadership and direction to the people, to ensure that the constitution of the federal republic was upheld, and  law and order maintained.
    “I hereby direct heads of local government administration to continue to provide leadership in their respective LGAs,”he said.
    He directed the heads of LGAs to immediately take charge of the councils with renewed vigor and readiness to serve.
    Fubara urged them to wait for other directives as the state navigated toward greater accomplishments.
    He assured Rivers people that his administration would continue to provide infrastructure development, sound health care delivery,  quality education and undiluted welfare service packages to the people.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Oluwole Sogunle