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President Muhammadu Buhari has ‘technically’ dissolved members of his cabinet, by issuing a directive to all serving Ministers to handover unfailingly May 28, 2019, Igbere TV can report.

Igbere TV reports that the President issued the directive during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) valedictory session held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The handover notes, he said, should be submitted to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha.

Buhari, however, said they should continue working in their capacity as Ministers till Tuesday, 28th May, 2019.

While congratulating them for their support, President Buhari said the Ministers have served the nation well in the past three and half years.

He noted that today's FEC meeting was the last for the outgoing cabinet before his inauguration on May 29.

Our State House correspondent reports that all 31 ministers in the Council chamber were in attendance. They took turns to thank the President for finding them worthy of the appointment in the past three and half years.

Source: http://igberetvnews.com/705864/breaking-finally-buhari-directs-ministers-to-hand-over/

Cc: Lalasticlala, Mynd44, OAM4J

Following widespread condemnation and protest against the stringent conditions for journalists seeking to cover activities of the Ninth National Assembly, the NASS leadership has withdrawn the controversial guidelines.

Though no official statement has been issued to that effect, a reliable source in the Senate, however, confirmed the development to Igbere TV on Wednesday.

The source said the Senate President, Bukola Saraki, had written the Clerk, Mohammed Sani Omolori, to brief the leadership of both legislative chambers on the matter.

Igbere TV gathered that, following the receipt of the letter, the Clerk directed the Information Director, Agada Rawlings Emmanuel, who signed the document containing the guidelines to immediately withdraw it.

An impeccable source, however, told Igbere TV that a team of NASS officials, comprising Emmanuel and other senior staff, has been raised to work out more acceptable guidelines.

Emmanuel is expected to release a statement containing the amended guidelines once it is ready.

The controversial guidelines released on Monday had stipulated, among others, that each media organisation would submit a copy of its income tax return for the last two years. Also, every newspaper house must show evidence that it circulates at least 40,000 copies daily before qualifying for accreditation.

Other conditions include evidence of certificate of incorporation of the media organisation; evidence of membership of professional bodies for media organisation; proof of membership of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) with registration number and code of certification from the National Library for the media organisation.

Meanwhile, Igbere TV had reported that Senate President Bukola Saraki, has ordered an immediate investigation into the drafting and release of the controversial guidelines.

The directive was contained in a statement issued to Igbere TV on Tuesday.

The statement was signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Olu Onemola.

Saraki said the requirements, which were drafted and made public without the knowledge of the NASS leadership, negated his belief and commitment to press freedom.

According to Saraki, even the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has denied knowledge of the guidelines.

“The attention of the President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has just been drawn to a story that is circulating on social media about the National Assembly issuing new guidelines to journalists.

“These alleged guidelines have not emanated from either the Senate President or the Speaker, and will be promptly investigated.“The public should note that the 8th National Assembly has been committed to the freedom of the press as exemplified by its work to bringing governance closer to the people through live streams and live tweets.

“The leadership of the 8th National Assembly believes strongly in the freedom of the press and in carrying the Nigerian public along. Hence, the Senate President and all his colleagues will continue to work to ensure that these freedoms remain unhindered,” the statement read.

Source: http://igberetvnews.com/704677/breaking-nass-bows-to-pressure-step-down-stringent-conditions-for-journalists/

Cc: Lalasticlala, Mynd44, OAM4J

Buckingham Palace has announced a rare vacancy to hire a social media pro to find “new ways to maintain the Queen’s presence in the public eye and on the world stage.”

Igbere TV gathered that, the role, which will involve covering state visits, writing articles and managing digital platforms, pays about $38,000 (N13.680,000 million) per year and comes with “benefits”.

As the job listing says “knowing your work will be viewed by millions” is perhaps the biggest perk and it being shared around the world your “biggest reward.”

Your social media posts and feature articles are bound to garner incredibly high visibility as you will be working for the Royal family of Britain.

Below are details of the role.

Q.1: What will the Queen’s social media manager have to do?

As per the job listing on the Royal’s website, here is what the job role entails:

• Finding new ways to maintain The Queen’s presence in the public eye and on the world stage;

• Engage a worldwide audience with the public role and work of The Royal Family;

• Manage and oversee the daily news flow on digital and social networking platforms, as well as play a key part in some of the digital projects;

• Create content for social networking and digital platforms, including our newly launched website, as well as researching and writing feature articles;

• Make sure our digital channels consistently spark interest and reach a range of audiences whether you’re covering a state visit, award ceremony or a Royal engagement;

• Help hone and shape our digital communications through analytics, monitoring and exploring new technologies with an eye to the future;

Q.2: What are the eligibility requirements for the social media manager vacancy?

Here are the eligibility criteria as per the job posting on the website of the royal family:

• Educated to degree level with previous experience of managing websites and delivering successful digital communications and projects;

• Experience of creating and publishing digital and social media content — you’ll be confident using a range of content management systems, social media platforms and analytics tools;

• Abreast of the latest digital communication developments and with creative flair — you’ll also have accurate and compelling written and editorial skills, with expertise in designing digital content for different audience groups, purpose and formats;

• Good photography skills with experience producing live social media content; video production skills would also be highly desirable;

• Should have initiative and a flexible approach

• Excellent planning skills, and ability to quickly respond to changing priorities — you’re able to deliver in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment;

• Natural communicator with a genuine user focus — you’re self-assured liaising effectively with a broad spectrum of people on a daily basis.

More details about the job as Queen’s social media manager...

Household/Department: Private Secretary’s Office

Section/Branch: Royal Communications

Location: Buckingham Palace

Contract/Recruitment type: Permanent

Salary band: circa £30,000, dependent on experience

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Source: http://igberetvnews.com/704390/omg-queen-to-hire-social-media-manager-for-n14m-per-year/

Cc: Lalasticlala, Mynd44, OAM4J

Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello on Tuesday walked out the Chief Judge (CJ) of the state, Justice Nasir Ajanah from a function.

The incident occurred at the Government House Lokoja during the swearing-in of the new Grand Khadi of the state.

The function was attended by top government officials and others from the judiciary.

The CJ, who was said to have been officially invited to the function by the protocol officer of the Government House, was seated before arrival of the governor.

However, some minutes later before the arrival of the governor, his Chief Security Officer allegedly approached the CJ and informed him the governor gave a directive that he should not be allowed to attend the function.

The CJ thereafter left the government house and returned to his office.

The development may not be unconnected to the face-off between the executive and the state judiciary, arising from disagreements over table payment of judicial staff.

Source: https://www.google.com/amp/s/thenationonlineng.net/just-in-bello-walks-out-kogi-cj-from-state-function/amp/