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In what appears to be an unending drama, Kogi state government has debunked an allegation of money laundering levelled against it by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

In a swift reaction to a statement by EFCC on Thursday, the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo, described the anti-graft agencies renewed hostilities as a sustenance of the persecution of Kogi state government by the Abdulrasheed Bawa-led EFCC. 

Fanwo said EFCC, with its present allegations, had shown clearly that it was desperately seeking to save its face after the commission hit a road block in its N20bn Sterling Bank media trial. 

He, however, noted that just as with the Sterling Bank affair when the commission went to the media before proper investigation, the EFCC was again set to embarrass itself and its legacy by again jumping to the media to continue its persecution of the Kogi government.

While insisting that no money belonging to the Kogi State Government was laundered, the Commissioner insisted that Nigerians should ask the EFCC if its “biased” corruption searchlight was only meant for Kogi State.

“The media trial by the EFCC is a calculated and orchestrated plan to embarrass the State Government by going after its Officials and Associates with trumped up charges to satisfy the destructive fangs of their paymasters,” Fanwo noted. 

The government in its reaction said that the inclination of the EFCC was against the acknowledgment of due process and financial accountability given to the Kogi State Government by international organisations. It particularly cited the recent honour accorded the Kogi State Government by the World Bank funded SFTAS project in which Kogi was lifted above peers in financial accountability. 


The statement reads, “Our attention has been drawn to a press statement on the website of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to the effect that they arraigned some persons who they alleged were linked with laundering monies belonging to the Government of Kogi State. 


“Inasmuch as we would not want to delve into the depth of the matter which is now sub judice, it is pertinent to draw the attention of the general public to the fact that the desperation of the EFCC to crucify Kogi State at all costs may have landed them in another trouble. Unlike the EFCC that has been known for serial contempt of court under the current leadership; we are committed to allow the law to take its due course on the matter and our innocence, again, proven beyond reasonable doubt. 


“It would be recalled that this same EFCC once accused the Kogi State Government of stashing 20 billion naira bailout funds in a fixed deposit account in Sterling Bank. When the legal fireworks were about to ruffle their biased feathers, they quickly backed out and claimed the money had been returned to the Central Bank of Nigeria. Till date, they have not shown Nigerians any proof of the return even when Sterling Bank Plc has under oath denied the return of any monies belonging to the Kogi State Government. It is trite that what does not exist cannot be taken or returned. 

“The media trial by the EFCC is a calculated and orchestrated plan to embarrass the State Government by going after its Officials and Associates with trumped up charges to satisfy the destructive fangs of their paymasters. 


“Let it be on record that no money belonging to the Kogi State Government was laundered. SFTAS is a World Bank accountability project to ensure the Government stays accountable to the people. For many years, Kogi has won Awards as one of the most transparent State Governments in Nigeria. A responsible anti-graft agency would have made Kogi an example of transparency and excellence. However, with its endless wild goose chase, Nigerians would even wonder if EFCC’s obviously biased corruption binoculars are only designed for Kogi State. 


“It is not unexpected that the EFCC would feel disappointed that the monies they claimed had been stolen from the coffers of the state have been used to build Nigeria’s best hospitals, good roads, best schools that are about to be commissioned. We cannot help their descent into political pawn. We will continue to make the resources of our state work for our people. 


“Nigerians know that the recent Gestapo-like operation against the State was occasioned by EFCC’s failure to sell the “fixed” Bailout funds debacle to the people. They became desperate to save their face from the disgrace bestowed on them by their ‘Destroy Kogi’ Agenda. 


“We urge our people not to take the laws into their hands as we are prepared in fact and in conscience for the legal battle ahead.”

The EFCC, in a statement published on the commission’s website on Thursday, announced the arraignment of Governor Yahaya Bello’s nephew for N10 Billion fraud.


According to the publication, Justice James Kolawole Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, remanded Aliyu Bello, a nephew to Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello and one Dauda Sulaiman in prison pending the fulfilment of their bail conditions.


“They were remanded upon arraignment alongside one Abdulsalami Hudu, Cashier of Kogi State House Administration (now at large) on a 10-count charge of misappropriation and money laundering


“Bello and Sulaiman are accused of fraudulently withdrawing a sum of N10, 270,556,800 (Ten Billion, Two Hundred and Seventy Million, Five Hundred and Fifty-six Thousand Eight Hundred Naira), from the Kogi State treasury, which they delivered to a Bureau de Change operator, Rabiu Tafada in Abuja to keep or change to foreign currencies for personal gains.


“One of the charges reads: ‘That you, Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman and Abdulsalami Hudu (now at large) between January and December, 2021, in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court procured Rabiu Usman Tafida to take possession of the total sum of N5,865,756,800 (Five Billion, Eight Hundred and Sixty Five Million, Seven Hundred and Fifty Six Thousand, Eight Hundred Naira), which sum you reasonably ought to have known forms part of the proceeds of unlawful activity to wit: criminal misappropriation from the treasury of Kogi State and you thereby committed an offence contrary to sections 18 (c), 15 (2) (d) of the Money Laundering Prohibition Act, 2011 as amended and punishable under section 15 (3) of the same Act’.

“Another count reads: ‘That you, Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman and Abdulsalam Hudu (now at large) between January and December 2021, in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court aided Rabiu Usman Tafada to retain the total sum of N2,509,650,000.00 (Two Billion Five Hundred and Nine Million, Six Hundred and Fifty Thousand), which sum you reasonably ought to have known forms part of the proceeds of an unlawful activity to wit: Criminal Misappropriation from the treasury of Kogi State Government and you thereby committed an offence contrary to sections 18 (a) 15 (2) (d) of the Money Laundering Prohibition Act, 2011 as amended and punishable under section 15 (3) of the same Act”.


They however pleaded “not guilty” to the charges preferred against them by the EFCC.


In view of their pleas, prosecution counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo SAN, asked the court to fix a date for the commencement of trial.


Counsel to the second and third defendants, Abdulwahab Mohammed SAN, informed the court of his application for the bail of the defendants.


Justice Omotosho admitted the defendants to bail in the sum One Billion Naira each and two sureties who are to provide a bond of N2billion each and have a landed property valued at N500 million. The title of the properties shall be registered with the chief registrar of the Court.


Each of the sureties and the defendants shall submit their bank statements and international passports to the chief registrar of the Court.


The sureties must also produce an affidavit of means and evidence of tax clearance for at least 3 years.


The judge thereafter sent the defendants to Kuje Correctional centre, Abuja pending the fulfillment of their bail conditions and adjourned the matter till February 6, 2023 for hearing.

Source: https://www.confluenceplus.com.ng/2022/12/resumed-hostilities-efcc-accused-of.html

Nigeria's Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola has said the construction work on the East-West road will cost N200 billion, including N13 billion on the failed Eleme axis of the road.



Fashola said this on Wednesday, December 14 during a visit to Rivers State to check out the work on the 38km Bodo-Bonny link road under construction.



Fashola explained that funding for the N200 billion project was under a tax credit scheme arrangement between the Federal Government and Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas NLNG, though it was a full government project.



“We are trying to connect two communities of Rivers, Bodo on the mainland and Bonny on the island. And it’s instructive to point out because I hear some comments that the Federal Government is not doing anything in Rivers.

“Bodo and Bonny are parts of Rivers. This is an investment of N200 billion in one state. But the money is not as important as its long-term significance. So, when you talk about poverty and you see a report about 133 million people in poverty, yes, those are the problems, but what are the solutions? This is one of the solutions.


“The project will be finished next year, and for clarity, it is funded by a policy of this government – the tax credit scheme initiated by President Buhari in 2019. So, NLNG is investing in it and the Federal Government is paying them back by giving them tax waivers over time,” he said.


Source: https://www.confluenceplus.com.ng/2022/12/east-west-road-project-to-cost-n200bn.html?m=1

If you’re searching for an NGO scholarship in Nigeria, then you’re at the right blog. There are many NGO scholarships available to Nigerian undergraduates which you can access through their online platform or their physical head office.

These scholarships are awarded by non-profit organizations in Nigeria and it’s open to every Nigerian citizen. With the link provided on each, you check when their scholarship program will open to know when to apply.

NGO Scholarships in Nigeria

Allex Otti Foundation Scholarship
Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation Scholarship
Bishop Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship
Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship
MTN Foundation Scholarship
Gani Fawehinmi Scholarship
The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme
Guinness Nigeria Undergraduate Scholarship
WAAW Foundation Scholarship
TY Danjuma MBA Scholarship
Babatunde Olusola Benson Foundation Scholarship

Allex Otti Foundation Scholarship

Allex Otti scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership potential, and a strong desire to utilize knowledge gained through their sponsorship to build the nation. It is expected that once you’re through with your studies under their scholarship, you should use all the resources at your disposal to support societal growth.



Eligibility

Available to students in 200 level in any government-owned institution in Nigeria.
Must maintain a CGPA of 3.5 or above in your first year.


Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation

Orji Uzor Kalu is a known Nigerian philanthropist and has been contributing to the growth of Nigeria in the football sector and as well in academics. His foundation in collaboration with Venezuelan Embassy in Abuja partnered to sponsor 50 Nigerian undergraduates to study medicine at Latino American Medicine School, Venezuela.



Eligibility

Available to students who gained admission into university within the 2022/2023 academic calendar year.
Excellent performance in your West African Examination Council (WAEC) or National Examinations Council (NECO.
Obtaining ‘A’ grades in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology is an added advantage.
Must be a citizen of Nigeria


Bishop Oyedepo Scholarship

The David Oyedepo Foundation (DOF) is a non-profit organization awarding scholarships to excellent Nigerian/African students who want to study at either Covenant University or Landmark University. You must be an African citizen and a permanent citizen residing in Africa to be eligible for the scholarship.



Eligibility

Must be a citizen and permanent resident of any African Nation.
Must be between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of application submission.
Must be eligible to receive a Nigerian student visa.
Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Have an excellent performance at your secondary school level.


Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship

The Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship in partnership between the Jim Ovia Foundation and the Africa-America Institute championed the much sort after scholarships for African students. The scholarship aims to raise leaders and inventors in Africa and to promote academic excellence in the continent.



Eligibility

You must be an African citizen and must reside in Africa.
Must be vibrant and full of passion for academic excellence and high achievements.
Must be in financial need to carter for your university tuition fees.
Present any leadership recognition from your community.


MTN Foundation Scholarship

The MTN Foundation Scholarship is a scholarship program championed by MTN Nigerian to award scholarships to second-year and third-year students in any federal university in Nigeria. The scholarship is available to all Nigerian students and you be awarded up to 200,000 naira per year.



Who is eligible?

You must be a citizen of Nigeria and currently studying in Nigeria.
You must be an undergraduate in the 200 or 300 level.
You must maintain a CGPA of 3.5 and above.


Guinness Nigeria Undergraduate Scholarship

This is a scholarship from Guinness Nigeria available to all Nigerian students and studying in Nigeria. It offers fully-funded tuition for students in any Nigerian university or Polytechnics.


Eligibility

The scholarship is available to students currently studying courses such as; Engineering & Sciences – Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Lab Science, Microbiology, Bio-Chemistry, Marketing & Sales, Human Resources/Industrial & Labour Relations, and Accounting.
You must be at your 100 level or 200 level at the University of Polytechnic in Nigeria.

Source: https://academiazone.com/ngo-scholarship-in-nigeria/

PastorFire:
That is not entirely true please. The bank is in some states as well.

Can you show me Lokoja (Kogi) branch? .

Perfectman91:
My brother I asked the staff at the baobab bank yesterday if other beneficiaries outside Lagos can participate and she said their bank was chosen because of its proximity. Meaning it's in various states outside Lagos

The bank is not even in Kogi State, the bank is only available at Lagos, Kaduna and Abuja. They should make use of the form we filled online.

Tex42:
I did, and others too

Alright

Who else got this message below. I don't know if it is real or scam although I applied for the NYIF program.

Enskynelson:
Yes, it's possible

Thanks

Can I apply for Noun Undergraduate program and go for verification then wait till next semester to start the program?

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PWAN Max is in need of a Graphic designer to create and design various materials for print and digital purposes, Ensure PWAN MAX projects are completed with high quality and on schedule establish creative direction as well as brand guidelines.



Location: Sangoteddo, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos.

Responsibility:
• Collaborate with design team on project concepts

• Determine voice and messaging for graphic design pieces

• Develop product illustrations, logos, and other graphics as needed

• Advise on best practices and optimizations throughout design projects

• Select colours, font, images, and layout

• Collaborate with design team on project concepts

• Determine voice and messaging for graphic design pieces
• Develop product illustrations, logos, and other graphics as needed

• Advise on best practices and optimizations throughout design projects

• Create visualizations (either by hand or via a software program) which convey accurate messaging and undertones as dictated by the Project Present designs to stakeholders and applicable teams

• Pass final design to development or publishing teams for release

• Implement feedback and changes when appropriate

Requirements

• B.Sc./HND. in Communications, Marketing, or any relevant field.

• Must have worked as a successful sales representative previously.

• Proactive and result-driven.

• Content Creation, Copywriting, Graphic Design, Web Design and Strategy,

• Data Collection and Analysis, Technology Skills,

• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Self-Motivated, Creative Problem-Solving Skills, Experience with Major Social Media Platforms

• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence effectively and efficiently at all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close.


Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their C.V to pwanmaxhr@gmail.com using Graphic Designer as a subject.

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sihamey:
Has anyone paid from Kogi state?

Yes, I received my last payment yesterday. First Bank

Musty4ahmed1:
Which bank?

First Bank

i just got my own alert of 30k First Bank

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Same thing here too

blezdarme12:
He hasn't

Are you a worker in Kogi State?

osamz007:
I BELIEVE HE HAS PAID SALARIES

Yes he did. Workers are cashing out since yesterday

Everythings comes and go

3.0.8.2.1.3.9.2.5.9 first bank

Help a brother

StUdY1:
Good morning nairalanders

Plz I really need ur advice,i opened a thread last year whether to focus on my skill or continue with education where I got different response to continue with education but now I'm thinking in a different way.
My skill is still there which i'm unable to use here in school, but I found out another source of income(which is LEGIT) but this source clashes with my time table in school

I have to be online from 1:00pm-11:00pm (which is 7:00am-5:00pm over there but sometimes I might jst be online for 3-4hrs and still make better stuffs and jst log out ) to be able to a meet up with things.

I did this last month not up to two weeks and I'm able to make more than 100,000 which i'm very happy
So my main concern now is that is it advisable for me to leave school and focus more on this stuff I'm doing (I'm in 100l and we are in our second semester and lecture started last week which handicapped me from doing this work)

Because it is very impossible for me to be in the lecture hall and be running this stuff because i'm already concluding that I shd jst leave this sch and go rent a small apartment and continue this work I'm doing
So Plss ADVICE is urgently needed for me to know the path to follow so as not to regret later

Go for the money, then school later.
which work is that bro?

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