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Senate Begins Ministerial Screening as Aduda Kicks against Exclusion of FCT
By Jude Opara, Abuja
The Senate yesterday began the screening of the ministerial nominees forwarded to it by President Muhammadu Buhari.
Senate President, Ahmed Lawan who presided over the screening said the Senate will carry out the task until when they become tired.
However, before the nominees were ushered in, Senator Philip Aduda representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) protested the exclusion of indigenes of Abuja in the nomination contrary to provisions of the Nigerian Constitution which states that Abuja should be treated as if it were a state.
According to him, Section 43 of the Nigerian Constitution as amended provides that the FCT should be treated as if it were a state.
According to him, since each of the 36 states of the federation had a ministerial nominee, that the FCT should have been given one slot.
His position was further buttressed by Dino Melaye of Kogi state who challenged the Senate to take up the matter with the President.
In his ruling, Lawan said the observations and the protest of Aduda and Melaye were noted.
The first to be screened was Uchechukwu Ogah from Abia State who said that time has come for Nigeria to explore other sources of revenue generation other than the over dependence on the petroleum resources.
He further stressed the need for every Nigerian to see the need to work towards the generation of revenue for the country.
Ogah also said that the refineries in the country can work if there is a consistent effort by all stakeholders to see it so.
“We must make our refineries work because importation is impacting negatively on our foreign reserves and if we don’t develop the will power to make them work, it will be disastrous for the country.
“If the refineries don’t work in the next 10 years, Nigeria may not have more money for capital projects.”
However, at the time of filing this story, three other nominees were simply asked to take a bow because they were at one time or the other members of the legislative arm of government.
Those that took a bow include; Senators George Akume and Godswill Akpabio from Benue and Akwa Ibom states respectively as well as a serving member of the House of Representatives, Emeka Nwajiuba from Imo State.
From Yagana Ali, Yola
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has led a delegation of prominent sons of Borno State to condole with the government and people of Adamawa State over the demise of esteemed scholar and elder statesman, Professor Jubril Aminu. The delegation, which included notable figures such as Alhaji Mohammed Indimi, Senator MT Monguno, and Hon.
Kadiri Rahis, among others, paid a courtesy visit to the Lamido of Adamawa, Dr. Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa, and the deceased’s residence in Yola.Zulum praised Professor Aminu’s diligent service to the nation, highlighting his significant contributions to the growth and development of education in Borno State and beyond. “Professor Jubril Aminu has served diligently not only Borno, but the entire country,” the Governor said. “The relationship between Borno State and the deceased cannot be overemphasized. He has spent many years in Borno State, contributing to the growth and development of education.”The Governor prayed that Almighty Allah grant Professor Aminu Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort the family during this moment of grief. “We are here to commiserate with your humble self (Lamido), the entire Emirate people, and government of Adamawa,” he said. “May God grant the deceased eternal life and the family the strength to bear the irreparable loss.”The leader of the delegation, Alhaji Mohammed Indimi, described Professor Aminu’s passing as a great loss, stressing that the delegation would continue to offer prayers for the repose of his soul. The Adamawa State Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa George Farauta, led the delegation to the palace of the Lamido and the deceased’s residence, where condolence messages were delivered.The Galadima Adamawa, Alhaji Mustapha Aminu, and the elder son of the deceased, Murtala Jibril Aminu, thanked the delegation for identifying with the family, Emirate Council, and the state during this moment of grief. The gesture of solidarity from Borno State is a testament to the strong bonds between the two states and the respect for Professor Aminu’s legacy.
From Sylvia Udegbunam Enugu
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has been conferred with the chieftaincy title of “Ugosimba 1 Enugu” (Jewel/Eagle from another kingdom) by the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council.She received the title on Tuesday during her two-day working visit to the South East state.
Conferring the title, alongside other officers, patrons and members of the Council, the Chairman of the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council, HRM Igwe Ikechukwu Asadu, said the honour was in recognition of her love for Enugu State and service to the nation and humanity. “Our First Lady served in the senate for three consecutive terms and was honoured with the Commander of the Order of the Niger, CON. Nobody could say you were silent at the parliament.“The good news is the humanitarian part of you. We looked at the way you love Enugu State. We are thanking you for what you do for the midwives, for the nurses. Personally, I am a nurse too. I appreciate it when it comes to the less privileged, healing the sick, clothing the naked, feeding the hungry. So, we are here to recognise and appreciate all these good works you are doing. It’s only God that can pay you for your good work,” he said.An evidently elated Tinubu thanked the Government and people of the state for their overwhelming acceptance and love.She described Enugu as a peaceful state, saying that she felt inner peace since she arrived in the state capital on Monday.While also appreciating the royal fathers, she described the title as a special honour, not only to her, but also her husband, President Bola Tinubu and the entire family.“Thank you so much for all the support you have given. Today is indeed a great honour to me personally and also to my family. I love your state; it is such a very peaceful state and a very peaceful ambience.“I want to thank Your Majesties for this honour done to me and also to my husband as well; and I know he will be very delighted and I believe the children too will be delighted.“It is not that I have not been given titles, but this one is quite special and I believe it is God-ordained. And as you have honoured me today, Enugu State will know it for good.“This moment will remain special in my heart and I will always remember your people for good and for the honour you have done for me. And this is not the end because our tomorrow is here already,” she said.
By Tony Obiechina Abuja
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has begun the final phase of liquidation for the defunct Premier Commercial Bank, initiating the payment of liquidation dividends to verified creditors, nearly 25 years after the bank’s closure.Premier Commercial Bank had its operating license revoked by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on December 20, 2000, following findings of financial instability and regulatory non-compliance.
Since then, the NDIC has overseen the bank’s liquidation process under a winding-up order from the Federal High Court, which designated the corporation as the official liquidator. The NDIC had invited all eligible creditors to visit any of its zonal offices between June 2 and June 27, 2025, to verify and claim their entitlements.This move marks a critical milestone in the final settlement of claims related to the bank’s collapse.To facilitate the verification process, creditors are required to present proof of deposit or shareholding, such as a passbook, chequebook, term deposit certificate, or bank statement.Additionally, valid identification documents must be submitted, including a driver’s license, international passport, national identity card, NIN slip/card, voter’s card, or a formal identification letter from a traditional ruler or local government chairman.The NDIC assured the public that the ongoing settlement is part of a broader effort to bring closure to longstanding claims resulting from Premier Commercial Bank’s liquidation. The process, according to the corporation, has been designed to ensure efficient disbursement to all verified stakeholders.Premier Commercial Bank is one of 53 deposit money banks whose licenses were revoked by the CBN between 1994 and 2018 due to various violations and signs of financial distress.These closures were followed by legal procedures appointing the NDIC to manage asset recoveries and creditor settlements.By initiating this final phase of payment, the NDIC is reaffirming its commitment to financial system stability and depositor protection while calling on all affected individuals and institutions to complete verification processes promptly to receive their due compensation.
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