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NASS clears JAMB of financial wrongdoing
The image of Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) as one of the most most prudent and transparent government agencies in Nigeria has remained intact as the Joint Committee of the National Assembly has cleared the agency of any financial wrongdoing.
This is coming after initial concerns over its spending practices during the 2025 budget defense session.
Earlier in the week, JAMB’s Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, faced tough questions from the committee regarding reported expenditures, including N1.1 billion spent on meals and N850 million on fumigation.
These figures prompted allegations of financial excesses, and the committee demanded further clarification from the board.
During the defense, Oloyede attempted to explain the costs but was directed by the committee to submit a comprehensive breakdown of JAMB’s 2024 and 2025 budget and expenditure.
The committee has now released a statement clearing JAMB of any financial impropriety.
The chairman, Senator Sani Musa, explained that upon reviewing the documents provided by JAMB, the board’s financial management was found to be in order.
“The comprehensive report submitted by JAMB confirms that the mentioned expenditures were in line with standard operational needs and do not indicate any misuse of funds,” the statement read.
Senator Musa went on to commend Professor Oloyede for his transparency and prudent management of the board’s resources. “Professor Is-haq Oloyede has demonstrated exceptional financial discipline, ensuring the effective use of public funds. His leadership sets a commendable example for public institutions.”
This clear-cut exoneration not only vindicated JAMB but also highlighted the importance of sound financial governance within government agency.
It marked a notable moment in the board’s history, as it continues to be recognized for its responsible management and contributions to the national revenue pool.
JAMB has made significant strides in recent years to improve its financial oversight and accountability, contributing millions to the Federation Account. This outcome solidifies its reputation as one of the few government bodies that operates with full transparency, setting a high bar for others in the public sector.
The dismissal of the financial impropriety claims served as a reminder of the importance of thorough financial audits and clear communication between government agencies and lawmakers to ensure the prudent use of public resources.
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Breaking: Court of Appeal rules in favour of Turaki -led PDP candidate for Osun governorship election
The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, on Thursday, ruled that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Gubernatorial Candidate in Osun State was validly nominated by the Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee.
The court also ordered INEC to list the PDP logo on the ballot ahead of Saturday’s gubernatorial election.
The Court held that access code is neither a creation of the Constitution nor the Electoral Act; rather, a creation of INEC’s guidelines and cannot, in any way, override the provisions of the Constitution.
Section 288 of the Constitution does not specify the method for nominating candidates; it only states that the names of candidates should be forwarded to the Commission.
The court further held that the defendant (INEC) should take steps to include the name of the appellant on the ballot paper.
Additionally, the court ruled that the primary election conducted by the Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP was a valid primary election in law.
The three-man panel of justices—Justice Mahmud, Justice Jaro, and Justice Ankawere, was unanimous in its judgment.
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Breaking: NHRC sets up situation room to monitor and document hate speech, intimidation, threat to life ahead 2027
The national Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has set up a situation room to monitor and document all incidences of hate speech, intimidation and threat to life by politicians and other actors ahead of the 2027 general election.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed concerns over rising incidences of hate speech, intimidation and outright threat to life by highly placed individuals, especially politicians and religious leaders.
The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Chef Tony Ojukwu, SAN, revealed this on Thursday in Abuja at a press conference.
He said the situation room would enable the Commission harvest data, analysis and document persons, agencies and others involved in the negative statements in order to ensure they are properly tracked and brought to book by relevant agencies.
Ojukwu also took journalists on a tour of the newly set up situation room.
Details later…..
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Breaking: NHRC expresses concern over rising incidences of hate speech, threat to life ahead 2027 elections
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed concerns over rising incidences of hate speech, intimidation and outright threat to life by highly placed individuals, especially politicians and religious leaders.
At a press conference in Abuja Thursday, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Chef Tony Ojukwu, SAN, recalled statements credited to Senator Francis Fadahunsi and Sheikh Yahya Jingir and described the das dangerous with capacity to set the nation ablaze.
He called on politicians, religious and traditional rulers, among other stakeholders to call their supporters and faithful to orders.
He urged government to act before rhetorics turn to violence, saying the forthcoming election in Osun State should serve as example of Nigeria’s capacity to conduct political contest in compliance with international best practices.
Details later…..
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