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Six die, 14 injured in Sokoto auto crash
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Financial Tips: Basic money lesson every adult should know
Knowing these basic money lessons is very important for any adults money and finance.
There are some basic money lessons every adult should know about.
So many adults don’t even know the basic things which would help them manage their personal finance to start with, which actually spells doom for their finance.
Knowing these basic financial lessons is very important for any adults money and finance.
To get a hold of your personal finance and having it under control, you should know the key fundamental moneyl lessons
Here are basic money lessons every adult should know to get their finance under control.
1. Start out saving early
It is very important to take saving seriously, but it is more important to start saving early.
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The earlier you begin to save, the more time you get to grow your saving, also coupled with compound interest factor.
2. Set financial goals
This is another important money lesson every adult should get familiar with. Without setting financial goals, it would be difficult to make good financial decisions.
Setting financial goals is a must if you want to attain financial success. You should have financial goals you want to achieve both short-term and long-term goals.
3. Create a budget
Every adult should know the importance of budgeting.
ALSO READ: Easy ways to keep track of monthly expenses
Budgeting plays an important role in personal finance. It controls how you spend money, helps you track your spending and also helps you save more on things.
Create a budget and work with it.
4. Spend less and save more
Spending more money than you make will hinder you from saving so much. You should save at least ten percent out of the money you make monthly.
It is very important you know that you should spend less and save more. Though it is easier to spend than to save, you should try every possible means not to spend so much and save more.
You can get dedicated to your saving by automating your saving.
5. Insurance is important
It is very important for you to protect your property and yourself.
This is why it is important to get your property insured and your life assured. There is no complete financial plan without having an insurance.
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Biafra: Why Buhari, Lai Mohammed will answer to God – Fani-Kayode
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Biafra: Why Buhari, Lai Mohammed will answer to God – Fani-Kayode
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Mapoly Lecturers Suspend Industrial Action
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Mapoly Lecturers Suspend Industrial Action
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Diego Costa feels 'like a footballer again' after waking from Chelsea nightmare at Atletico
The Spain international striker enjoyed a dream second debut for the La Liga giants on Wednesday, with a painful period in his career now forgotten
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Politics: Trump calls for strict voter ID laws, which critics say disenfranchises the poor and minorities
Trump reversed course on his investigation into voter fraud, which he repeatedly has claimed caused Hillary Clinton to win the popular vote.
- President Donald Trump gave up on his investigation into voter fraud, and pivoted to pushing voter identification legislation.
- Civil rights activists say that requiring voters to show identification disenfranchises minorities, the poor, and the elderly.
- Trump never proved any of his claims about widespread voter fraud.
President Donald Trump tweeted on Thursday morning about the end of his voter fraud commission, blaming mainly Democrats for failing to hand over voter data.
"Many mostly Democrat States refused to hand over data from the 2016 Election to the Commission On Voter Fraud. They fought hard that the Commission not see their records or methods because they know that many people are voting illegally. System is rigged, must go to Voter I.D.," Trump tweeted.
"As Americans, you need identification, sometimes in a very strong and accurate form, for almost everything you do…..except when it comes to the most important thing, VOTING for the people that run your country. Push hard for Voter Identification!" Trump continued.
The tweets follow Trump reversing course on his investigation into voter fraud, which he repeatedly has claimed caused Hillary Clinton to win the popular vote in the 2016 presidential election.
"Despite substantial evidence of voter fraud, many states have refused to provide the Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity with basic information relevant to its inquiry. Rather than engage in endless legal battles at taxpayer expense, today President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order to dissolve the Commission, and have asked the Department of Homeland Security to review these issues and determine next courses of action," a White House statement on Wednesday said.
While Trump has never demonstrated that millions voted illegally, as he often claims, many civil rights advocates denounce voter identification requirements as a large scale driver of disenfranchisement for the historically disenfranchised.
"Many Americans do not have one of the forms of identification states acceptable for voting. These voters are disproportionately low-income, racial and ethnic minorities, the elderly, and people with disabilities," the American Civil Liberties Union wrote of voter identification laws.
But while no clear evidence suggests that a significant number of US citizens illegally voted, voter registration is not without its quirks.
While Trump was denouncing the suspected illegal voting during the early days of his presidency, it came out that several members of his own family were registered to vote in two states, something he specifically promised to investigate.
Other civic duties, like jury duty, do require identification from participants.
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Liverpool January transfer news LIVE: Coutinho close to record Barcelona deal
Goal brings you all the latest news, rumours and deals related to the Reds as the January transfer window heats up
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Court Sentences Farmer To Death In Land Dispute Murders
A court in the Central Highlands of Vietnam has sentenced a farmer to death for murdering three people in a land dispute between him and a local company, state media reported on Thursday. The court in Dak Nong province handed the death sentence to Dang Van Hien, 41, for shooting the trio to death and […]
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Manchester City Ta Fi Karfin Manchester United -RYAN GIGGS
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EPL: Sanchez sends message to Fabregas after Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Chelsea
Arsenal forward, Alexis Sanchez, has sent a tribute to Chelsea midfielder, Cesc Fabregas, reminding him of their time together in Barcelona after the 2-2 draw at the Emirate on Wednesday. Rivalry between both clubs did not prevent Sanchez and Fabregas from sharing a moment during the 2-2 draw on Wednesday evening. Right-back, Hector Bellerin rescued […]
EPL: Sanchez sends message to Fabregas after Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Chelsea
EPL: Sanchez sends message to Fabregas after Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Chelsea
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Fayose Replies Pastors: I Will First Become Nigeria President, Then Pastor Of A Big Ministry
The Ekiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose, has replied pastors who gave negative prophecies about him, saying that after becoming the president of Nigeria, he will be a pastor with a very big ministry.
He said this at a press conference in Lagos.
He said: “There is nobody reasonably who doesn’t know who Ayo Fayose is and the decision to me being president is spiritual and physical on the other hand because when your time comes, it will manifest.
“I am a force God has created at this time. When I retire, I’m going to become a pastor with a very big ministry.
“After being president of Nigeria, I will be a pastor who will be a major force all over the world.
“Nigerians know that if I give you figures, they find it like that even my prophecies. Some of the things I said about last year came to pass. Some people have been calling me to ask for the prophecies for 2018.”
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Lifestyle: This Nigerian’s tweet is one of Bill Gate’s 7 best tweets for 2017
This is to show that there are many inspiring people in Nigeria.
One of the world's richest billionaires, Bill Gate has revealed that a tweet by a Nigerian policymaker made one of his best 7 tweets of 2017.
According to Bill Gates, Dr Akinwunmi Adesina's tweet disclosing he had donated his 2017 World Food Prize to a charity ignited a hope for human race. A feeling he said about other 6 tweets selected for the year.
Dr Akinwunmi Adesina is the current President of African Development Bank (AfDB). He was also Nigeria's minister of Agriculture and Rural Development during the administration of Dr Goodluck Jonathan (2011-2015).
In the Twitter thread disclosing this fact, Bill Gates hinted that 2017 was tough for everyone. He, however, noted that there are moments that inspire hope and progress in the human race.
“There’s no denying that 2017 was a really tough year… but it also delivered some amazing moments of hope and progress. Here are some inspiring tweets that you may have missed….“
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This is an annual practice by the Microsoft's co-founder, and it is aimed at encouraging people to take part in acts capability of improving the spirit of humanity in people living around them.
Other Tweets that inspired Bill Gates in 2017
1. A man became the first person in his family to graduate from college
2. A Bollywood film tackling sanitation problem in India
3. Two countries (Bhutan and Maldives) have eradicated measles
4. The New York Times presented a health argument for doing good
5. Schools started encouraging kids to get into 'extreme reading.'
6. Gates is an avid reader
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Victor Anichebe: Nigerian footballer now dating a white woman after relationship with DJ Cuppy
Anichebe brought his new flame along with him for his Christmas holiday in his village.
Nigerian footballer Victor Anichebe is now dating a white woman after his relationship with Nigerian billionaire daughter DJ Cuppy.
Anichebe and DJ Cuppy whose real name is Ifeoluwa Otedola– daughter of Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola– dated for a short time before they broke up in October 2017.
Holiday with new flame
The former Super Eagles star has moved on with a white woman Maggie Malcheva whom he brought along to his village in Anambra State for his Christmas and New Year holidays.
After his debut season in China with Beijing Enterprises, Anichebe spent his Christmas holidays in Nigeria, from Lagos to his hometown, Nri in Anambra State.
The former Everton striker brought along his new girlfriend Malcheva to meet his family as the relationship has continued to look serious.
From their social media activities, it is clear Malcheva had fun during her visit to Nigeria.
Anichebe’s Instagram and other social media posts suggest that he had lots of fun during his holidays in Nigeria.
He attended the annual Rhythm Unplug and Wizkid’s concert in Lagos before heading straight to his village in Anambra State for the funeral of his grandfather.
He also had time for a short trip to Enugu for the wedding ceremony of Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo on Saturday , December 30.
For all these activities and engagements, Anichebe took his new flame along and from her Instagram posts, she had a great time.
“My first Nigerian traditional wedding, it was a lovely day seen and experienced from close,” Malcheva wrote alongside a snap of her in traditional attire for a wedding in Anambra State.
She also shared a couple of photos of herself riding a dirt bike with Anichebe and some friends.
“Mmmmm having amazing time with the boys those days,” she captioned one of the photos.
“Had an amazing week in the village and those quad bikes … it’s been so much fun!!,” she wrote alongside another snap.
Not much is known about Malcheva or when her relationship with Anichebe started but they first appeared on each other Instagram handles during their Christmas holidays.
On her Instagram page, she describes herself as an "Entrepreneur | Dreamer | Foodie | Matcha Addict | Wanderlust | Crazy Adventurer | Health Freak | Londoner at heart ."
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Kidnappers of Taraba lawmaker ask for N100m for ransom
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Kidnappers of Taraba lawmaker ask for N100m for ransom
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2019: Why money will fail politicians – Fela Durotoye
Fela Durotoye, a motivational speaker and leadership coach, has warned politicians ahead of 2019 general election, saying money will fail in the next election. Featuring on Channels television, Durotoye said, “money will fail in 2019”. He predicated his reason on the fact that, “people are now smarter and they now know that when politicians offer […]
2019: Why money will fail politicians – Fela Durotoye
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Heavy Snowfall Shuts 3 Airports In China
Heavy snowfall shuts three Chinese airports and nine others are experiencing extensive delays because of heavy snowfall, Chinese aviation data provider VariFlight said on Thursday.
The national observatory put China’s snow alert on its second-highest level this week, state news agency Xinhua said.
The observatory said parts of the central, northern and eastern regions could see up to 30 cm (12 inches) of snow.
The national observatory said VariFlight said Hefei Xinqiao International Airport, Fuyang Xiguan Airport in eastern Anhui province, and Jining Qufu Airport in coastal Shandong province had been shut.
The observatory said some runways at other airports had been closed, causing delays.
Beijing Capital International Airport, one of China’s busiest, was also experiencing some delays.
China’s National Meteorological Center has also urged domestic authorities to take precautions regarding roads, railways, electricity supplies and telecommunications, according to Xinhua.
The northwestern part of central Hubei province saw its first snowfall of 2018 on Wednesday.
Some highways were shut due to snow in central Henan province and northwestern Ningxia Autonomous Region.
Snowfall in Xian, the capital of Shaanxi province, also led to the delay of many high-speed trains.
The meteorological centre expects widespread rain or snow in China’s central and eastern regions by Monday.
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Liverpool Team News: Injuries, suspensions and line-up vs Everton
Everything you need to know ahead of the FA Cup third round clash at Anfield on Friday evening
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Chelsea January transfer news LIVE: Blues lodge Ronaldo offer
Goal brings you all the latest news, rumours and deals related to the Blues as the January transfer window heats up
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"Hello, Rain": Watch teaser for for upcoming Nollywood sci-fi film
"Hello, Rain" is a Nigerian adaptation of Nnedi Okorafor's science and witchcraft themed novel "Hello, Moto."
The first teaser for upcoming Nigerian sci-fi film "Hello, Rain," has been released.
The short film directed by C.J. “Fiery” Obasi from the short story by Okorafor stars Keira Hewatch as Rain, Tunde Aladese as Philo and Ogee Nelson as Coco.
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In February 2017, Fiery Film production company acquired rights to adapt Nnedi Okorafor's science meets witchcraft short story, “Hello, Moto."
About "Hello, Moto" novel
There is witchcraft in science and a science to witchcraft. Both will conspire against you eventually.
We were three women. Three friends. We had goals, hopes and dreams. We had careers. Two of us had boyfriends. We owned houses. We all had love. Then I made these… wigs. I gave them to my two friends.
The three of us put them on. The wigs were supposed to make things better. But something went wrong. Like the nation we were trying to improve, we became backward. Instead of giving, we took.
In a recent interview with Pulse Nigeria, Keira Hewatch who plays Rain in the upcoming movie spoke about the readiness of Nigerians for a sci-fi movie.
"I think that we are playing it safe with the comedy. I'm sure Nigerians can appreciate a wider range of storylines if they are done properly," she said.
"Hello, Rain" aims to begin festival and screening tours in the first quarter of 2018.
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Sports: Andy Murray has withdrawn from the Australian Open — and if he opts for hip surgery it could end his career
The former world number one male tennis player's career is "hanging in the balance" as he struggles to return to form.
- British tennis player Andy Murray continues to suffer injury setbacks.
- The hip problem that has kept him sidelined for the last six months has seen him withdraw from the Australian Open.
- In an Instagram message to his supporters, Murray considers two options — further rehabilitation or surgery.
Former world number one male tennis player Andy Murray is at a career crossroads.
The 30-year-old Briton, who has not competed since Wimbledon last summer, has been forced to withdraw from the Brisbane International tournament and the Australian Open — the first tennis major of 2018.
"Sadly I won't be playing in Melbourne this year, as I am not yet ready to compete," Murray said in a short statement.
This is all because Murray is struggling to overcome a hip injury that has plagued him for six months. According to The Guardian's sports columnist Kevin Mitchell, his career "hangs in the balance."
In the six months since his shock Wimbledon loss to Sam Querrey, Murray has undergone rehabilitation on an "unspecified problem on his hip" and lost exhibition matches in uninspiring fashion. Last week, he lost 2-6 to Bautista Agut in Abu Dhabi.
So what are Murray's options?
In an Instagram post Murray published this week, the Scot revealed two options he is facing.
"Obviously continuing rehab is one option and giving my hip more time to recover," Murray wrote.
Another option is surgery, something he is loathe to do as it could call the curtain on his time spent competing at the elite level.
"Surgery is also an option but the chances of a successful outcome are not as high as I would like, which has made this my secondary option and my hope has been to avoid that," he went on.
Surgery would mean six months out of action
Speaking on Thursday after withdrawing from the Australian Open, Murray said: "I'll be flying home shortly to assess all the options but I appreciate all the messages of support and I hope to be back playing soon."
If he does chose surgery he can expect six months out of action, according to The Telegraph.
Considering he has already been sidelined for six months, that would mean a year away from the sport, at best.
Murray once said he believed he could play at the elite level until he was 33. However, with surgery, he would not return to the court until he was 31. Even then, there are no guarantees he would ever rediscover his best form.
It is, perhaps, this recognition that led Murray to tell his Instagram followers: "I wanted to keep everyone in the loop and get this off my chest as it's really hurting inside."
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EPL: Morata sets new record in Chelsea, Arsenal clash
EPL: Morata sets new record in Chelsea, Arsenal clash
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Toke Makinwa: Media personality reportedly assaulted by John Boyega's bodyguard at restaurant
Toke Makinwa wants everyone who cares to listen that she was assaulted by the bodyguard to Hollywood actor, John Boyega.
Toke Makinwa is claiming to have been assaulted at a restaurant, Crossroads, in Lagos by the bodyguard of John Boyega.
The beautiful media personality who appears to be really angry over the incident took to her Instagram page on Thursday, January 4, 2017, where she wrote a really detailed account of what happened at the said restaurant which is situated in the premises of Eko Hotel and Suites.
According to her, even though she had an early flight to catch, she wanted to make clear her experience in the hands of the bodyguard to Hollywood actor, John Boyega. She feels that if she was a guy she wouldn't have been treated in such manner.
Toke went on to write about how she was not only embarrassed but also prevented from being served in the restaurant until John Boyega came in and the bodyguard gave the management the go-ahead. Toke Makinwa felt highly disrespected.
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When Pulse reached out to the Crossroads, a rep for the restaurant claimed not to be aware of what happened on the day of the incident.
Just before the end of 2017, Toke Makinwa was in the news when a Snapchat video where she claimed she almost slept with British based singer Big Shaq who was a guest artist at the 'Rythm Unplugged.'
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Adebayo Shittu: Minister confirms campaign office for Buhari will open Jan. 20
Although Buhari is yet to decide whether he would run or not, Shittu said his 'ardent supporters' will go ahead with the campaign hoping to convince him to seek re-election.
The Minister of Communications, Alhaji Adebayo Shittu, has said that plans have been concluded to open a campaign office for President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo by January 20, 2018, ahead of the 2019 elections.
Although Buhari is yet to decide whether he would run or not, Shittu said his 'ardent supporters' will go ahead with the campaign hoping to convince him to seek re-election.
Shittu disclosed this on Wednesday, January 3, in an interview with State House correspondents shortly after meeting with Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Shittu said, "It goes without saying; if you have a child who goes to a primary school and he does well; he proceeds to a secondary school and he does well, and you keep asking if he will be going to university. It goes without saying.
"By the grace of God, we, his (Buhari’s) ardent supporters who appreciate his worth on behalf of millions of Nigerians, would urge him to re-contest.
"I know he has not made up his mind but I can say some of us can assist him in making up his mind so that Nigeria can continue to enjoy stability and progress in our land."
He said the campaign office expected to be inaugurated this month would be the South West Zonal Office.
When asked if the campaign for for 2019 Presidential election has begun, Shittu said: "Every day, since he (Buhari) came into office, all his activities are geared towards letting Nigerians know that they have a saviour, a rescuer, somebody who is committed to providing relief for Nigerians in all respects, in the area of fighting corruption, insurgency whether in the North-East or the Niger Delta; in the area of repairing the economy and providing jobs and providing social stability in the society."
Also, various groups in the north have been agitating that Buhari considers a second term but the Presidency has continued to disassociate from the unofficial 'Buhari for second term' campaigns.
Adebayo Shittu: Minister confirms campaign office for Buhari will open Jan. 20
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Kishi-Kaima Road: KWSG receives N615m reimbursement from FG
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Hijab crisis: MURIC submits memorandum to Reps
A Muslim group, Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has submitted its memorandum to the committee on Judiciary and Justice of the House of Representatives charged with responsibility to investigate the circumstances that surrounded the denial of a University of Ilorin Law graduate, Miss Firdaus Amasa from being called to bar. DAILY POST gathered that the committee […]
Hijab crisis: MURIC submits memorandum to Reps
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Rivaldo backs Barca target, Coutinho, Wolves beat Real Madrid to sign Rafa Mir
Former Barcelona star, Rivaldo says Liverpool midfielder, Philippe Coutinho would be a good signing for the LaLiga giants. Rivado believes Coutinho has the characteristics to be a success at Barca if he joins the Catalan club. Barcelona are reported to be preparing a fresh bid worth an initial €110 million for Coutinho, having failed with […]
Rivaldo backs Barca target, Coutinho, Wolves beat Real Madrid to sign Rafa Mir
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Diego Simeone to Inter? Atletico exit will happen, says son
Giovanni Simeone expects his father to eventfully leave his current post and return to Serie A to take charge of a club he graced in his playing days
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Liverpool January transfer news LIVE: Reds eye shock Alexis move
Goal brings you all the latest news, rumours and deals related to the Reds as the January transfer window heats up
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Fuel Queues Reduce, Price Still High In Enugu
Enugu – There is a seeming normalcy in the fuel distribution in Enugu State as queues at filling stations have reduced even as price of the commodity still remain high in the state.
Our correspondent, who moved round Enugu metropolis on Wednesday, observed that the fuel queues have reduced but the price of the commodity still remain very high in most filling stations.
As at the time this report was filed, only the NNPC mega stations and major marketers such as Oando, Total and Conoil were selling at the approved rate of N145 a litre.
Other marketers, who own about 70 percent of the filling stations in Enugu metropolis, still sell fuel at prices between N220 and N230 per litre.
Following the high cost of petrol, transport fares within Enugu metropolis, which rose during the yuletide, still remain very high.
As at Wednesday, a commercial bus drop in Enugu costs between N70 and N100 as against N30 and N50 before the fuel crisis started in December.
Some of the commercial bus operators, who spoke with our correspondent on Wednesday, said that they still buy fuel at exorbitant prices.
Commercial tricycle (keke) operators, who also spoke, blamed the high cost of fuel for the exorbitant fares they charge passengers.
“I buy fuel at N230 a litre and I have to recover the money I spent on fuel. If I want to go and queue up at NNPC mega station, then you will not see me on the road because it takes two days to get fuel at the mega station,” a keke operator said.
A source at the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), who pleaded anonymity, accused Enugu State Government officials, especially an aide of the governor, of colluding with the marketers to frustrate efforts by the department in tackling the fuel crisis.
It was gathered that the governor’s aide approached the DPR and warned the agency to allow the marketers to do their business.
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Agbakoba Gives NASS Seven-Day Ultimatum To Review Budget Presentation Process
Lagos – Chief Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), a former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has given a seven-day ultimatum to the National Assembly to review the process of presentation of the annual budget appropriation in line with the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
In a letter dated January, 3, 2018 and titled: “Is 2018 Appropriation Bill Constitutional?” copied to both the Senate President and Speaker, House of Representatives, Agbakoba argued that the three arms of government are expected to prepare their different appropriation bills for each financial year, submitted before the National Assembly after which it is appropriated, harmonised as a bill and presented to the president for his assent in line with sections 81 to 84 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended).
He added that the legislature and the executive arms have jettisoned due process in implementing the express provisions of the constitution.
Besides, the lawyer submitted that the action by the lawmakers and the executive arm of government amount to brazen violations of the existing court judgment in Olisa Agbakoba vs Attorney General of the Federation and others in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/63/2013, which had declared as unconstitutional the annual presentation of the nation’s budget by the president and commander in chief.
Threatening a legal action to reverse the process by enforcing the decision of the Federal High Court and set aside the 2018 Appropriation Bill, Agbakoba stated, “Please note that if after seven days the constitutional procedure is not complied with, we shall have no choice but to initiate legal proceedings to enforce the decision of the Federal High Court and set aside the 2018 Appropriation Bill.
“In summary, the constitutional procedure for preparing the appropriation bill is that each arm of government (the Executive, Legislature and the Judiciary) lays before the National Assembly its estimates of revenue and expenditure for each financial year after which it is appropriated, harmonised as a bill and presented to the President for his assent.
He added: “Unfortunately, the executive has failed to comply with this procedure by laying before the National Assembly estimates of revenues and expenditure for the judiciary.
“This is in spite of a subsisting Federal High Court decision in Olisa Agbakoba Vs. Attorney General Of The Federation & Others Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/63/2013 that has declared this practice unconstitutional.
“We suggest that the National Assembly draws the attention of the executive to the decision of the Federal High Court. The National Assembly should request the National Judicial Council to lay before it the Judiciary’s estimates of revenue and expenditure for 2018 and the executive be made to represent its estimates for 2018.”
Furthermore, the lawyer affirmed that there was no evidence that the National Assembly has laid its budget estimates and that of the other arms, including the judiciary before the National Assembly.
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Niger Delta: Nigerian government has neglected us – Clark
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Fuel Scarcity: Marketers agree to sell petrol at 145 per litre, beg for tax holidays
The marketers, however, appealed to the Federal Government to grant them tax holidays and other incentives that will help cut their costs.
Oil marketers are said to have made a U-turn on their previous stance that they could no longer sell petrol at N145 per litre.
The Chairman, Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association, Dapo Abiodun, had on Tuesday said importing petrol at a controlled price of N145 per litre is bad business for them.
But according to a Punch report, the marketers agreed with the Federal Government to sell at N145 per litre.
The agreement was reached at a meeting of the ad hoc committee set up by the Presidency, which was held at the Federal Ministry of Petroleum's headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, January 3, 2018.
The committee was set up to get the oil marketers to restart the importation of refined petroleum products.
It was gathered that the marketers also appealed to the Federal Government to grant them tax holidays and other incentives that will help cut their costs when they resume fuel importation.
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Also, four sub-committees headed by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu were reportedly constituted at the meeting.
"Four sub-committees were inaugurated by the minister and we agreed on a price that is good for Nigerians, which of course, is the current price. All these and more will be in the communique that will be released soon," a source at the meeting told Punch.
Another source was quoted as saying that the agreements reached at the meeting will be relayed to the Presidency before a communique containing all that was discussed will be made public.
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2019 presidency: Why Buhari must contest – Communications minister, Shittu
Minister of Communications, Alhaji Adebayo Shittu, has said President Muhammadu Buhari must seek re-election in 2019. Shittu said though Buhari has not made up his mind to contest in 2019, he has done well so far to seek a second term. Speaking with State House Correspondents at the Presidential Villa, on Wednesday in Abuja after […]
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Fuel Scarcity: Man arraigned over N6.75m petrol supply scam
The Zone 2 Police Command in Lagos State on Tuesday arraigned one Raphael Ajogu, 56, before an Igbosere Magistrates Court for allegedly obtaining N6,750,000million from a businessman under the pretext of supplying him petrol. The suspect was charged on a three-count of conspiracy to obtain under false pretense, fraud and stealing. The police prosecutor, Sergeant […]
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Politics: White House blasts claim that Melania reportedly cried in despair when Trump won
Melania Trump was not happy when her husband won the election, and was reportedly in tears when his victory was confirmed.
- First lady Melania Trump reportedly burst into tears when it became clear her husband, President Donald Trump, would win the 2016 presidential election.
- Like the rest of the Trump team, she had been assured he would lose and was looking forward to returning to her normal life.
- A previous report had stated that Melania "didn’t want this come hell or high water."
- The White House blasted the claim, saying Melania was very confident that Trump would win.
First lady Melania Trump was not happy when her husband, President Donald Trump, won the 2016 election, and reportedly cried in despair once it became clear he would win, according to a new report from New York Magazine.
Melania, along with the rest of the Trump team, was sure their candidate would lose to Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election, so once it became clear his victory was all but assured on election night, she reportedly broke out in tears.
A source told Michael Wolff, who wrote a book on the early days of the Trump administration, that Trump's son, Donald Trump, Jr., told a friend that Trump looked liked he had seen a ghost upon learning he was likely to win the election and actually become president.
The White House blasted the claims in a statement on Wednesday.
"This book is clearly going to be sold in the bargain fiction section," Stephanie Grisham, communications director for the first lady, said in a statement. "Mrs. Trump supported her husband's decision to run for president and in fact, encouraged him to do so. She was confident he would win and was very happy when he did."
This isn't the first time reports have surfaced claiming Melania never wanted to be in the White House. A friend of the Trump family told Vanity Fair last year that Melania didn't want to be first lady "come hell or high water."
"This isn't something she wanted and it isn’t something he ever thought he'd win," the friend told Vanity Fair.
But since the election, the first lady has seemed to embrace her role alongside her husband, and has gone on to champion causes like cyberbullying during Trump's first year in office.
Trump himself contradicted reports that Melania was not looking forward to her role in a tweet in November.
"Melania, our great and very hard working First Lady, who truly loves what she is doing, always thought that 'if you run, you will win.' She would tell everyone that, 'no doubt, he will win,'" Trump wrote. "I also felt I would win (or I would not have run) – and Country is doing great!"
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