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April 17, 2025 Akwa Ibom State House Of Assembly Calls For More Transparency from Local Government Councils
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Akwa Ibom State House Of Assembly Calls For More Transparency from Local Government Councils

The Akwa Ibom state House of Assembly has called on Heads of Local Government Service and Directors of Finance in the 31 Local Government Councils to adopt standard procedures in dealing with unretired advances, deposits and bad debts.

The Chairman, House Committee on Public Accounts and member representing Nsit Ibom state constituency, Hon. ERIC AKPAN, stated this on the second day of the ongoing review of Local Government Councils’ responses to queries from the 2023 audited accounts.

The committee took the decision when it noticed that many local government councils had an increase rather than a decrease in their unretired advances and deposits.

The committee however commended Local Government Councils that had made efforts at implementing recommendations of the committee from the previous year’s sitting.

The committee observed weak book keeping strategies by some local government councils and urged the Heads of Local Government Service and Directors of Finance to collaborate professionally in upholding requisite standard.

Dominant issues in the day 2 were unretired advances and deposits, weak book keeping methods, doubtful expenditure, payments without FGPC approvals and IPSAS compliance by Local Government Councils.

The Chairman, Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) and chairman of Uyo, Dr UWEMEDIMO UDOH, observed the second day of the committee, promised on behalf of the 31 Local Government Councils that directives and observations of the committee aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability in the finances of Local Governments Councils will be strictly adhered to

Local Government Councils that appeared before the committee on the second day of the exercise included lbeno, Ukanafun, Udung Uko, UrueOffongUruko, Mbo, Uyo, Eket, Etim Ekpo, Eastern Obolo, Ika and ObotAkara.

April 17, 2025 INEC Chairman Urges African Youths To Promote Peaceful Elections
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INEC Chairman Urges African Youths To Promote Peaceful Elections

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has called on African youths to take the centre stage in promoting peaceful and credible elections across the continent. He also urged them to actively engage in the electoral process with a positive mindset, shun electoral malpractices, and uphold democratic values.
Prof. Yakubu made the call on Tuesday, April 15, while delivering a lecture on “Democracy and Peaceful Elections in West Africa” to students of International Affairs and Diplomacy and those of Peace and Conflict Studies at the Civil Service University in the Republic of The Gambia, where he was a guest of the University.
Highlighting the indispensable role of young people in the electoral processes, the INEC Chairman noted that elections in Africa cannot succeed without youth participation. “Young people form the backbone of election duty staff,” he said, pointing out that Election Management Bodies (EMBs) lack the manpower to conduct elections without recruiting youths as temporary or ad hoc staff.
Beyond logistics and staffing, he emphasized that youths also make up the largest segment of the voting population. His words: “Before the elections, they are involved in voter registration, one of the most critical stages of the electoral cycle. It is a duty that must be undertaken with sincerity, patriotism, and a sense of responsibility.”
In a passionate appeal, Prof. Yakubu urged the youths to be upright and law-abiding. He said: “If you want peaceful elections, play your part for God and country. Do the right thing. Obey the laws and regulations. That’s how we make every vote count.”
He also drew attention to the role of youths as political party agents, cautioning against misrepresenting facts or feeding political stakeholders with false information which, he warned, could trigger violence and undermine public trust in the process.
Turning to the influence of digital media, Prof. Yakubu warned against the spread of fake news, particularly during election periods. “Don’t be among the fake news merchants. If it’s not verified, don’t share it. As citizen reporters, you have a duty to report elections truthfully and responsibly,” he said.
He concluded by encouraging young people not to lose faith in democracy or withdraw from civic engagement. “This is the system we have chosen. It is ours to nurture, defend, and improve. Every young African must play a role in deepening and strengthening democratic institutions.”
April 15, 2025 Residents of Uyo React to Threat by Generating Companies to Shut Down Power Over Debt
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Residents of Uyo React to Threat by Generating Companies to Shut Down Power Over Debt

 Residents of Uyo have expressed deep concern following the recent threats by electricity generation companies (Gencos) to shut down operations due to the Federal Government’s outstanding debt exceeding four trillion naira.

Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the GenCos, Rtd. COLONEL SANI BELLO, had made threats known to journalists in Abuja, lamenting that the mounting liabilities were crippling their ability to operate and threatening a total shutdown of electricity generation in Nigeria.

Speaking with INSPIRATION FM News, the Residents said they are hopeful that resolution will be reached to avert the power crisis and ensure the continued supply of electricity to the country.

GenCoshad noted that the 2025 national budget’s 900 billion naira allocation for the power sector is grossly inadequate to address those arrears and sustain future payments. The GenCos also highlight the sharp decline in collection rates— below 30 percent in 2024— which they say has worsened the liquidity crisis.

April 14, 2025 VP Kashim Shettima Hits Uyo to Launch ARISE Human Capital Development Initiative
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VP Kashim Shettima Hits Uyo to Launch ARISE Human Capital Development Initiative

Vice President KASHIM SHETTIMA is currently in Uyo for the official launch of the ARISE Human Capital Development Initiative and the unveiling of the Local Government HCD Implementation Roadmap and Strategic Plan in Akwa Ibom State.

 

The Initiative is a key component of Governor UMO ENO’s ARISE Agenda, and it aims to build and empower the human resource base of Akwa Ibom State, with strategic focus on education, healthcare, skills acquisition, digital innovation, and inclusive economic development.

 

The initiative also seeks to reposition local government structures for more effective service delivery, while promoting sustainable livelihoods across the 31 Local Government Areas of the State.

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