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Hemanwel:
OP, since you are the hairy type, you should have plaited the bush down there. You coulda saved yourself all these wahala.

Comrades, abi I nor advice OP well?

NiceLegs:
Chronic Infection.

It's from the inside of your Testicles.

When it's scratching you, it's sweeting you abi?

It is well.

It can develop to something far worse and untreatable leading to you being Sterile for life if you don't tackle it now at the early stage.

My last patient with such issue, I gave him Ricinus Cuminus to drink daily and rob on it his testicles.

He is fine now.

God will help you

dkidd:
The last guy is a genius 😁

essentialone1:
What about Cubana Chief Priest, Obi Cubana, and Zenco?

Are they no longer Birrionaires?

ykalhaji:
Tony Elumelu and Jim Ovia to enter the list next year.

Exousiang01:
This is 2025 Forbes list.
It has never been on the front page oga

Mary911:
I believe there is an ample time for everyone or family to prepare for pregnancy.

Besides a wise person should have a set aside hospital closer in the time of delivery.

Be it government or private. This should be known as test are been done during the 9 months.

This
Death is
Avoidable though
The hospital should have allowed for a partial payment though.

My 2 cents

The Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Olatunbosun Tijani, says Nigeria is fortunate to have President Bola Tinubu in the leadership saddle, saying his policies have liberalised education and resolved the fuel subsidy, which was draining the country’s resources.

Tijani, who spoke with journalists in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Monday, also said his past criticism of Tinubu and other political leaders in the country was borne out of his desire for a better Nigeria.

The minister was in Ogun State for the inauguration of solar solar-powered community ICT centre facilitated by him and built by the National Information Technology Development Agency for the residents of Abeokuta.

Asked how easy it was for him to accept Tinubu’s ministerial appointment, having criticised the President in the past, Tijani said, “It was not about how easy, it was about intention because leadership is about intentions.


“And when you come close to President Bola Tinubu, you will know that Nigeria is fortunate to have someone… let’s leave politics aside for those who are not politicians, let’s watch the pattern, the path and the trajectory of the development under the President.

“People are not talking about what the President has done. This is the first President that has now made it easy for every young one to go to school, it doesn’t matter if your parents are poor because there are now student loans.

“This is the President who removed the fuel subsidy that was already a pain in our necks and now using the resources to develop the country.

“He has been able to save a whole lot of our money being used to service debt and we can now use these resources to take care of our other needs and develop the country.

“So, for me, it was not difficult to accept to work under such a man because I wasn’t complaining because I was a politician, I was complaining because I wanted a better society for people like me and there is no other person to work for to achieve that than President Bola Tinubu.”

President Tinubu had at the weekend recounted how his decision to appoint Tijani as a minister was met with strong reservations from close associates who objected to Tijani’s past critical statements on social media.

Despite these objections, the President said he remained steadfast in his choice, acknowledging the minister’s talent and potential for contributing meaningfully to his administration.

“Because he criticises me does not mean he has nothing to offer,” Tinubu insisted.

The President emphasised that the minister’s past criticisms were insufficient reason to discount his ability, suggesting instead that his once-vocal dissatisfaction could fuel a deeper commitment to public service.

“When I picked him, it was tough. My very close confidantes, who had read his comments on social media, came to me and said, ‘No, never.’

“I said, ‘Yes, he is talented. Because he criticises me and pours abuse on the parliament, it does not mean he has nothing to offer.

“Maybe his frustration at that time will drive him to contribute more to governance. And today, he is doing that, and I am very proud of him,’” President Tinubu stated.

Also, the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, said though Tijani once described senators as morons, they went ahead to confirm his appointment, trusting Tinubu’s judgment.

Akpabio said, “Mr. President, we confirmed him because we knew you must have seen something special in him. You are never wrong when it comes to your judgment of people.

“I went into an executive session and told my colleagues, ‘Let us give this young man an opportunity and see what happens.”

There were allegations of financial mismanagement within NAHCON, which contributed to the dismissal of its chairman over fraud-related concerns.

Additionally, NAHCON transferred the entire subsidy amount into its offshore accounts in Saudi Arabia, but there was no tracking mechanism to verify how these funds were spent.

The committee also examined Nigeria’s Bilateral Air Agreement with Saudi Arabia, which mandates that a Saudi airline airlift 50% of Nigerian pilgrims.

This arrangement was seen as potentially disadvantageous to Nigerian airlines, limiting their participation and affecting the local aviation industry.

The committee recommended that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority and the Aviation Ministry clarify the terms of this agreement to protect Nigerian airlines’ interests.

Coordination failures between NAHCON and state pilgrims’ welfare boards resulted in varying levels of service quality for pilgrims from different states.

Accommodation arrangements posed a major challenge, with pilgrims facing overcrowding and poor living conditions in Medina and Mina.

Transportation logistics were another area of failure, with delays in movement between Makkah, Mina, and Jeddah causing severe distress to pilgrims.

Elderly pilgrims were forced to walk long distances due to poor coordination of buses, while others were left stranded at checkpoints. Financial mismanagement within the FCT Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board was also exposed, particularly overspending on staff delegation.

Although only 20 officials were budgeted for, 54 were sent on Hajj, leading to unpaid estacodes and additional financial strain.

The report also examined the role of the Central Bank of Nigeria in handling the Personal Travel Allowance for pilgrims.

The CBN highlighted the challenges posed by fluctuating exchange rates between May 15 and May 30, 2024, and the resistance among pilgrims to electronic card payments.

As a result, the CBN approved 100% cash disbursement, increasing operational pressure on commercial banks.

The committee noted that the CBN recommended NAHCON submit the full list of intending pilgrims at least 30 working days before departure to allow banks sufficient time to process payments and avoid last-minute pressures.

To prevent a repeat of the 2024 issues, the committee recommended publishing a detailed breakdown of Hajj fees, justifying each charge.

The Personal Travel Allowance system should be reviewed to ensure fair and adequate disbursement to pilgrims, with an upward review of the $500 PTA to a more reasonable amount.

An independent audit of NAHCON’s financial records should be conducted to identify and address financial mismanagement.

Stricter penalties for service providers who fail to meet their contractual obligations were also suggested.

Furthermore, the committee recommended a review of the Bilateral Air Agreement to protect Nigerian airlines’ interests and the creation of an independent complaints resolution mechanism for pilgrims.

The committee also proposed the establishment of a Hajj Tribunal to resolve disputes promptly.

The breakdown of the subsidy expenditure lacked proper transparency, with officials providing conflicting figures during the investigation. According to NAHCON, N79bn was allocated to 48,414 state pilgrims, while N7bn was given to 1,884 Hajj Savings Scheme (HSS) pilgrims.

However, there was an unaccounted balance of N4bn, which NAHCON failed to properly explain. The commission claimed to have used the funds to sponsor one thousand officials to the hajj; it was however unable to provide verifiable records of these officials to authenticate this position. This raised serious red flags about whether the full subsidy was utilized for its intended purpose or if portions were mismanaged.

The committee also found that NAHCON transferred the entire subsidy amount into its offshore accounts in Saudi Arabia, but there was no clear tracking mechanism for how these funds were spent.

This lack of accountability made it difficult to verify whether the funds were used strictly for subsidy purposes or diverted for other expenses. Furthermore, there were inconsistencies in how much each pilgrim actually benefited from the subsidy, with reports suggesting that some pilgrims received little or no reduction in their total Hajj fees.

Another critical issue was the absence of a structured refund mechanism for surplus funds. Some state pilgrims were downgraded in accommodation or received lower-quality services than promised, yet there was no evidence that excess funds were refunded to them.

Additionally, the committee discovered that some service providers had refunded certain amounts to NAHCON, but there was no clear record of these refunds reaching the affected pilgrims. This raised further questions about the handling of surplus funds and the overall accountability of NAHCON’s financial operations.

Meanwhile, the spokesperson for the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Fatima Usara has pledged the readiness of the agency to continuously seek ways to improve on Hajj operations for intending pilgrims.

In an interview with The PUNCH, Fatima denied knowledge of NAHCON’s indictment, saying, “What I read on the pages of newspapers are resolutions and recommendations for further action. Personally, I am yet to see the full report so I cannot ascertain your claims.

“However, NAHCON has always reiterated its readiness to continue working on improving Hajj operations for Nigerian pilgrims and will continue to work closely with relevant stakeholders interested in improving the welfare of Nigerian pilgrims.”

The House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria over the 2024 Hajj exercise has found the commission guilty of several infractions.

Chaired by the member representing Jibia/Kaita Federal Constituency in Katsina State, Sada Soli, the committee has submitted its report, outlining its findings and recommending reforms to prevent similar issues in future Hajj operations.

At a plenary on July 14, 2024, presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, the House set up the ad hoc committee to probe the operations of NAHCON and the Federal Capital Territory Administration Muslim Pilgrims Board following a motion sponsored by Mr. Omar Bio, representing Buruten/Kaima Federal Constituency of Kwara State.

In May 2024, the Bola Tinubu-led government provided a N90bn subsidy for the Hajj exercise.


This move sparked discontent among many Nigerians, particularly in light of the ongoing hardships exacerbated by the removal of the fuel subsidy.

Critics argued that the subsidy should have been directed toward addressing more pressing national issues rather than a religious obligation.

Despite the Federal Government’s intervention, state governors expressed dissatisfaction with NAHCON’s handling of the operation, particularly regarding accommodation in Muna and the inadequate Basic Travel Allowance for pilgrims.

In response to growing criticism, President Tinubu relieved NAHCON Chairman, Jalal Arabi, of his duties in August 2024, replacing him with Abdullahi Usman.

Prior to this, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had indicted Arabi and NAHCON’s secretary, Abdullahi Kontagora, in connection with an alleged multi-million-dollar fraud scheme.

The Reps committee accepted memoranda from key Hajj stakeholders, including the Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria, which represents licensed private tour operators, detailing severe challenges faced in dealings with NAHCON.

A copy of the report, exclusively obtained by The PUNCH, revealed a series of infractions, including financial mismanagement, logistical challenges, and a lack of transparency.

The committee uncovered serious deficiencies in the quality of accommodation provided to Nigerian pilgrims, particularly in Mina and Arafat, where tent allocations were inadequate despite the high fees paid.

Overcrowding in Tent A (VIP Tent) was exacerbated by a change in Saudi Hajj policy barring upgrades on the e-track platform, causing distress among high-profile pilgrims such as governors and traditional rulers.

Furthermore, many pilgrims who paid premium rates were housed in substandard facilities, leading to disputes and dissatisfaction.

The investigation revealed a lack of harmony between NAHCON and licensed tour operators, marked by poor communication and mutual distrust.

Tour operators raised concerns about discrepancies in NAHCON’s fee structure, citing inconsistencies in charges imposed on private operators versus state-sponsored pilgrims.

Hostility between the two entities hindered smooth coordination, leading to service failures that directly impacted pilgrims.

The exclusion of tour operators from key policy decisions deepened the divide.

The committee raised significant concerns regarding NAHCON’s financial management.

Pilgrims paid as much as N9m each, yet there was no clear breakdown of charges or justification for the high costs.

The N90bn federal subsidy was not transparently distributed, with some pilgrims benefiting more than others without clear criteria.

eniolorunfe:
No be small tin… one person drop surname, another one pick am up.

Atlantis585:


Sophisticated people of Sad Waste how far?

If una no dey snatch people’s heads, na drugs business una sabi pass.

Useless sets of people.

Meanwhile see as una dey hyperventilate about the indigenous bill just because of Lagos wey una don lose since.

Spits on your cone heads and scratched faces.

TUANKU:
"Never get high on your own supply" - Christopher Wallace.
Arokodare flunked that rule.

Nwaikpe:
Trump is allah.

He lives in the heart of 2 billion people (muslims). So it is injustice not to allow him to run for a third term.

The only person that lives in the heart of muslims more than allah Trump is Prophet Netanyahu Mohammed (SWT, SAW, PBUH).

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested Arokodare Ebenezer, a 43-year-old business owner based in Lekki, for allegedly importing 60 parcels of loud, a potent strain of cannabis from the United States to Nigeria.

According to a statement by NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, Mr Ebenezer was apprehended on Monday, 24 March, at Bay Lounge on Admiralty Way, Lekki, while awaiting the delivery of his latest drug shipment.

The arrest followed the seizure of his consignment, which arrived in Nigeria on 12 March in seven large cartons at a Lagos logistics company. A subsequent search of Ebenezer’s Lekki residence uncovered 94 grams of cannabis, a cannabis crusher, and other drug paraphernalia, bringing the total weight of seized drugs to 32.24 kilograms.

During interrogation, Mr Ebenezer admitted to engaging in the illicit drug trade since 2017.

In another operation, NDLEA officers thwarted an attempt by business owner Omoruyi Terry to export 1,400 pills of tramadol 225mg weighing 800 grams to Italy.

Mr Terry was intercepted at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja Lagos, on his way to Italy via a Qatar Airways flight.

According to the statement, the NDLEA chairperson, Mohamed Marwa, commended the agency’s officers and men for their operational successes and wished them a happy Eid al-Fitr celebration.

“May the spirit of obedience and sacrifice that defines this special day guide and strengthen us as we remain steadfast in our pursuit of a drug-free society,” Mr Marwa said.

Xclusiveanalyst:
First to comment!

Na person wey belle food dey celebrate T-Pain

spencekat:
So their accounts be dey empty till the 77k land..It is well with them.Sapa plenty for this obodo Nigeria.

Wisdomkosi:
Source : https://9newsng.com/breaking-ebonyi-taskforce-member-arrested-after-breaking-soldiers-head-in-abakaliki-photos/