Tinubu Orders Recruitment of 30,150 personnel into Immigration, Civil Defence

Princes Ken

President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 30,150 personnel across four key paramilitary agencies as part of efforts to strengthen internal security and enhance national service delivery.

This was contained in an official communication dated June 3, 2025, from the Office of the Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) to the Chairman of the Federal Character Commission.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

The letter, signed by CDCFIB Secretary, Major General AM Jibril (Rtd), confirms the President’s directive for large-scale recruitment across four major security agencies and the board Secretariats

The approved recruitment will see 10,000 personnel enlisted into the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and another 10,000 into the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).

Additionally, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) is set to receive 5,150 new recruits, while the Federal Fire Service (FFS) will have 5,000 personnel added to its ranks.

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) Secretariat will also be strengthened with the recruitment of 209 personnel.

The board also sought a waiver to reduce the statutory six-week advertisement period for job placements in national dailies to three weeks in order to fast-track the process.

A financial clearance from the Budget Office of the Federation has also been attached to the communication, indicating that funding is available to support the recruitment exercise.

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OYF Sensitizes School Girls on Menstrual Hygiene, Distributes Free Pads

Princess Ken

In a bid to promote menstrual hygiene in schools, the Oreniwa Youth Forum, a community group in Ikole West LCDA, sensitized students and distributed sanitary pads in celebration of the 2025 World Menstrual Hygiene Day.

Speaking at the event, Team Leader of the group, Comrade Adewale Damilola, also known as “Manager,” expressed gratitude, stating, “I want to give glory to God for this year’s Menstrual Day.”

This year’s theme “PAD A GIRL,” and the event took place at the Holy Apostolic Church in Asin Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.

Adewale emphasized that looks, “This program was not held to show off but to celebrate our female gender, particularly the younger generation of children and teenagers in secondary schools in the LCDA.”

According to him, ” Secondary schools in the area were invited, and hundreds of sanitary pads (SOFTCARE) were distributed among the participants, ensuring that no one was left behind”.

Adewale highlighted the privilege of having a well-known nurse from Ikole Local Government and Ekiti State who lecture the students and youth present on medical approaches to menstruation. She taught not only as a professional nurse but also as a mother, teacher, and sister, addressing sensitive questions raised by the students.

He acknowledged Mr. and Mrs. Kingsley from Lagos, professional counselors who attended the event to inform and counsel attendees on menstruation, hygiene, and related issues.

Elebamnews gathered that The students learned practical skills on how to make reusable pads, led by one of the Resource persons, Mrs Ojo Joy.

“Having the counselor of Ward 2 HON, ADEDIRAN KEHINDE, who stayed with us throughout the program despite his tight schedule, was a great privilege. Additionally, the support of the former counselor of Ward 1, Hon. Sanmi Oluwatunsin, was impressive. The Team Leader added

The Youth Forum remains committed and dedicated to being good ambassadors for Ikole West LCDA. The support received from various quarters was greatly appreciated, and our community is eager for more initiatives.

There are several upcoming programs that can only materialize with the help of God and all of you.

Elebamnews reports that Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed annually on May 28 to raise global awareness about the importance of good menstrual hygiene management.

President Tinubu has approved N787.14 billion and $651.7 million for road projects spanning 13 states, as approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, announced key updates:*

—Ondo-Ekiti: 15km of the Akure-Ekiti road dualization revised to N19.4 billion.

—Sokoto-Zamfara-Katsina-Kaduna: 375km dual carriageway rescoped to 82.4km with six bridges, staying at N105 billion.

—Borno: 30km of the 105-km Maiduguri-Monguno road contracted for N21 billion, with more phases planned.

—Ebonyi: N25 billion Abakaliki-Afikpo Flyover approved.

—Ogun: Ikoga and Atan-Alapoti-Ado-Odo roads set for N37 billion.

—Enugu-Onitsha: 77km redesign, partly funded by MTN, at N150 billion.

—Southwest: Final 96km of Benin-Shagamu-Ore road budgeted at N187 billion.

—Lekki Corridor: 50km 7th Axial Road, with 5km of bridges, backed by $651.7 million from China Exim Bank, boosting access to Lekki Deep Seaport and Dangote facilities.

—Others: Aba include Aba-Ikot-Ekpene road (N30.2 billion), Ebute-Ero and Outer Marina shoreline protection (N176.5 billion), and Cham-Numan road refurbishment (N9.3 billion initial phase).

These projects, blending public-private partnerships and international funding, aim to transform Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape.

Gov 𝐎𝐲𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐣𝐢 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐍𝟏𝟓𝟓𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐞-𝐀𝐤𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢z𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭s

Lola Olivia

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has paid N155.4 million as compensation to property owners affected by the dualisation of the Ikere-Akure road.

Oyebanji said that the N155.4m “covers the formal acquisition of land valuation and payments for unexhausted improvements on the affected property. The transparent and fair disbursement of these funds is our priority, and I want to assure you that due process has been followed.”

The governor, represented by the Deputy Governor, Mrs Monisade Afuye, spoke on Monday at Ikere Ekiti while unveiling the disbursement of compensation.

He assured the citizens that embarking on projects that would add value and create vistas of economic activities and business development would continue to dominate the priority lists of his administration.

The governor, who noted the road was conceptualised to bolster business activities and enhance the inter-state transportation system, said, “This project is not just an infrastructural intervention; it is a crucial lifeline that will strengthen socio-economic ties between Ekiti and Ondo states and enhance the general well-being of our people.

“It is also part of the broader development policy to open up our communities, reduce travel time and ensure the safety and convenience of commuters along this crucial corridor.

He praised property owners for their understanding, acknowledging that the compensation might not match the value of their properties but commending them for their sacrifice.

He said, “Though what we are giving might not be commensurate or equal to your property, I want you to know that with this sacrifice, you have written your names with indelible ink in the history of the development of our dear state. I urge you to use these funds wisely.

“You can see that this government is highly compassionate. Some governments can acquire such properties in the public interest and destroy them, and still refuse to pay compensation. But the Oyebanji administration didn’t do that. The administration promised to pay the compensation before the completion of the project, and it is fulfilling this today.”

The Special Adviser on Lands, Survey and Geographical Information System, Prof. James Olaleye, said that the properties acquired were strategic for the successful construction of the road that will bolster economic activities and ease traffic gridlock along that pivotal corridor.

Olaleye described the road as one of the arteries of business and agriculture development in the state, particularly for its linkage to Ikere Ekiti, perceived as the second largest town in Ekiti State.

“To those receiving payments today, use the money wisely. I know it is not easy to give up your property and relocate. But this is a necessary step you have to take for the success of this project. We appreciate your understanding,” the special adviser stated.

JAMB reveals when 2025 UTME results will be released

Ken Princess

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has disclosed that the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will be released after the completion of post-examination analyses and other standard procedures.

The exam body made this known via its official social media handle on Tuesday afternoon, calling for patience among candidates who sat for the exam.

The 2025 UTME commenced on Thursday, April 24, and will continue until Monday, May 5.

The nationwide exercise is being conducted across accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres, with over 2,030,627 candidates registered for this year’s examination.

Oyebanji Hails OAU’S Long- Standing Reputation for Excellence

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has commended Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile Ife, for maintaining its enviable standard of long-standing reputation of excellence in academic, research and infrastructure as well as significant contribution to education and national development.

Governor Oyebanji, who gave the commendation on Tuesday in Ado-Ekiti when he received members of the institution’s Governing Council led by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Prof Siyan Oyeweso. The Governor emphasized that OAU has consistently upheld the glory of academic excellence since its establishment decades ago.

The Governor explained that over the years, the University has significantly contributed to nation building by producing exemplary leaders who have excelled in various sectors of the country’s economy,

According to a statement by the Special Adviser (Media) to the Governor, Yinka Oyebode, in Ado-Ekiti on Wednesday, Governor Oyebanji commended the Pro-Chancellor and the management of the University for their steadfast dedication to preserving the institution’s glory, the Governor called on all stakeholders, including the alumni, corporate bodies, and government agencies to support the development agenda of the institution, according to him, such collaboration would help to maintain the University’s reputation as a leader in education and research.

Earlier in his remark, the Chairman, Governing Council of OAU, Prof Siyan Oyeweso said the purpose of the meeting was to appreciate the Governor for his giant strides in the education sector, which according to him, have led to significant improvement in infrastructure, teachers’ welfare, and student performance in the state, adding that such progress has set a benchmark for other state to follow, while also fostering a culture of academic excellence and innovation.

He urged the Governor to extend similar support and development efforts to OAU, Stressing that the university stands to greatly benefit from enhanced collaboration with the state, particularly in area such as funding, infrastructure, and research development to further cement the institution’s position as a leading university in Nigeria and beyond

Also at the meeting were, Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Niyi Adebayo; Commissioner for Education, Dr Adebimpe Aderiye, Special Adviser, Tertiary Education, Prof Akeem Azeez, Special Adviser Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode. The Vice Chancellor, OAU, Prof Adebayo Bamire, was also in the team together with top officials of the University.

Governor Oyebanji Reaffirms Commitment to Sports Development

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to sports development as a strategic tool for job creation and wealth generation.

Speaking on Friday during an inspection of the ongoing renovation of Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado-Ekiti, the Governor emphasised that sports would no longer be treated merely as a recreational activity but as an avenue to empower athletes and unlock economic opportunities.

Governor Oyebanji, visibly displeased with the substandard training conditions of athletes, assured them that his administration is working to transform the stadium to meet international standards. He further revealed that the government has awarded a contract worth over ₦7 billion for the construction of a state-of-the-art indoor sports hall, which is expected to be completed before the end of his administration.

Reaffirming his commitment to providing a conducive environment for athletes to excel, Governor assured the athletes of continued investment in modern facilities and structured training programmes that would position them for national and international competitions. He urged them to remain diligent, focused, and take full advantage of emerging opportunities.

“I came here this morning in continuation of what we started yesterday just to look at what is happening at the stadium. I recall that I was here last year, I went round, and I did not like what I saw, and I promised that we are going to revamp sports in Ekiti State.

“If you look at the six pillars of our administration, one of them is human capital development, that is where sport development is and I made a promise that we will use sport as an avenue to create job and wealth, that sport will no longer be a recreation activities, it will be a platform for sport lovers in sporting activities to make money and we can only do that if we put in place structures and building blocks that will allow you to exhibit your potentials,” the Governor said.

Technical Advisor on Sports Development, Dr (Mrs) Olusola Osetoba, commended the Governor’s visionary leadership, noting that his proactive steps have repositioned sports as a tool for youth empowerment, job creation, and economic growth.

Speaking on behalf of the athletes, the Captain of Ekiti United Football Club, Mr Makanjuola Ayodeji, expressed gratitude to the Governor for his unparalleled support. He highlighted significant improvements under the present administration, including salary increments, new kits, travel allowances, and performance bonuses.

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Governor Oyebanji Inspects Key Projects to Ensure Quality Delivery

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the timely and high-quality execution of critical infrastructure projects across Ekiti State.

Yesterday, Governor Oyebanji conducted an on-the-spot assessment of three major projects in Ado-Ekiti:

✅ The Central Business District (CBD) at Atikankan
✅ The International Centre for Art and Culture
✅ The Revenue House (EKIRS Headquarters)

Recognising the importance of firsthand inspection, Governor Oyebanji emphasised that while regular monitoring by relevant agencies is crucial, direct engagement provides a clearer evaluation of progress and ensures adherence to quality standards.

Expressing satisfaction with the level of work done so far, he reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensuring that every project meets the highest standards and contributes to the long-term economic and infrastructural development of Ekiti State.

FUOYE VC wins prestigious awards

… Arogundade congratulates Fasina

Ken Olivia

The National President of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) Alumni Association, Temitope Arogundade has congratulated Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina on winning the Daily Independent Vice-Chancellor Award 2024.

It will be recalled that the Board of Editors of Independent Newspapers Limited unanimously voted Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina as an Independent Vice Chancellor of the Year 2024.

According to Newspaper, “The award Is given in recognition of the excellence he has engineered in the young and fledgling ivory tower through transformational leadership, vision and innovation in the institution.

Arogundade, the President of the association noted that the prestigious recognition reflects Professor Fasina’s exceptional leadership and transformative contributions to the University

According to Comrade Arogundade “As the Vice-Chancellor of FUOYE, Professor Fasina has played a crucial role in driving the university’s growth and development. His vision and dedication have earned him widespread acclaim,”

He, who has collaborated closely with Professor Fasina, praised his commitment to excellence and his passion for creating a positive impact on society.

“Professor Fasina has transformed the university, establishing it as one of the best among its peers since its inception in 2011. The university has also experienced rapid infrastructure development under his administration, all of which contributed to this honorable award,” said Arogundade.

“On behalf of the Alumni Association, I extend heartfelt congratulations to our esteemed Vice-Chancellor for this remarkable achievement.

According to the report, it was gathered that the Alumni Association has actively supported various university development projects, under Arogundade’s leadership.

Some of projects included; the commissioning of a new alumni building, the donation of refrigerators during a recent accreditation, and financial contributions towards the Fasina Conference Center project, among many other initiatives that benefited the university.

Bishop Temitope Arogundade is the pioneer President of the Alumni Association, the President and his team has contributed immensely to the development of the university

BREAKING: FG dumps REMITA, unveils new revenue collection platform today

4th March 2025

The Federal Government will today, March 4, 2025, unveil a new payment platform to replace REMITA, which has been used for revenue collection.

This was revealed in a memo from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, dated February 28, 2025, and obtained by The PUNCH on Monday.

The new platform, named Treasury Management & Revenue Assurance System, is designed to streamline and manage federal revenue collections and payments across ministries, departments, and agencies, including those benefiting from donor funds, trust funds, social security funds, and special funds.

“The system would go live on March 4, 2025, as it will be deployed in two phases,” the memo noted.

According to the memo, the first phase will cover payments and collections for the naira component only.

It will also enable the OAGF and MDAs to generate bank statements, track balances, and activate automatic deduction and remittance of taxes associated with vendor and contractor payments, including VAT, Withholding Tax, and Stamp Duty.

The second phase, expected to commence on June 1, 2025, will cover collections and payments involving foreign exchange and integration with MDA Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

“This phase shall also cover activation of the budget module for MDAs not in the national budget and other non-budgetary financial activities to enforce budget control,” the memo stated.

The document further emphasised that automatic deduction of 50% of Internally Generated Revenue from Federal Government agencies and parastatals will remain in effect.

“The split will be managed through the front-end of the TMRAS. The system is designed to automatically split IGR to ensure immediate remittance of the split to both the Federal Government’s account and the dedicated accounts of the respective MDA. Additionally, the system generates and provides detailed reports to both the OAGF and the MDA for transparency and accountability.”

It added that all extra-budgetary payments, including those from Special Accounts, will now be processed exclusively through TMRAS.

“This measure is aimed at completely eliminating the issuance of manual mandates to further enhance transparency, accountability, and efficient management of public funds,” the memo stated.

Additionally, only CBN-licensed Payment Solution Service Providers approved by the OAGF will be permitted to collect government revenue.

“MDAs are advised to direct all PSSPs currently collecting on their behalf to connect with the official CBN-payment gateway, for instant coordination of government collections on the platform. The process of profiling PSSPs shall commence immediately, and approved PSSPs by the Treasury shall be certificated and listed on the TMRAS for collections.”

To ensure a smooth transition, REMITA will continue running concurrently with TMRAS from March 4 to May 4, 2025.

“After this transition period, all MDAs would have stabilised on the new platform and will be expected to initiate their payments only on TMRAS,” it added.

Acoording to the Federal Government, the new system aligns with the commitment of the Coordinating Minister of Finance and National Economy, Wale Edun, to achieve “effective Treasury Management, Revenue Assurance, and improved Budget Performance of all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, including Federal Government-Owned Enterprises.”

Punch Newspaper