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The Kogi State House of Assembly has extended the tenure of the Local Government Transition Committee Chairmen by another six months. This was part of the resolution of the state legislature during the house plenary on Friday. The extension of the tenure of the Transition Committee Chairmen is sequel to a letter to the House by the state Governor, Usman Ododo. Ododo said in the letter that paucity of funds, high wage bill are some of the reasons why Local Government election cannot be conducted in the state. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Umar Yusuf, who read the letter, charged the transition committee chairmen to be good ambassadors of their respective local governments. “In the next six months, it will be interesting at the local government level as there will be mostly submission of reports to the Assembly. The Chairmen henceforth should take note of this,” he stated. It was gathered that the tenure of the 21 Transition Committee Chairmen in Kogi State is expected to expire on the ...

Kenyan President Cancels First Lady’s Office Budget, Official Trips Amid Protests  President William Ruto of Kenya has announced key austerity measures aimed at addressing public discontent and cutting government expenditure amid protests in the East African country. Budgets allocated to the offices of the First Lady and Second Lady have been eliminated, while a ban was also placed on the purchase of new cars for government use. President Ruto further dissolved 47 state agencies and suspended all non-essential travel for government workers. The president also announced that the number of his advisers has been reduced by 50%. The decisions come after three weeks of anti-government protests, which have seen citizens demand greater transparency, accountability, and better governance. President Ruto’s actions are seen as a step towards addressing these concerns and demonstrating fiscal responsibility.

Aqua Protocol is making waves in the Decentralized Finance (DeFi) world, specifically within the TON (The Open Network) ecosystem. But what exactly is it, and why should you care? What is Aqua Protocol? Aqua Protocol is a borrowing and lending protocol built on the TON blockchain. It offers a unique set of features designed to make DeFi more accessible and user-friendly. Here's what makes it stand out: AquaUSD Stablecoin: At the heart of Aqua Protocol lies its own stablecoin, AquaUSD (USD₮). This decentralized stablecoin is pegged to the US dollar and is over-collateralized by 200%, meaning its value is backed by more than enough assets to ensure stability. Fixed Fees: Unlike other DeFi protocols where fees can fluctuate, Aqua Protocol boasts fixed fees, offering predictability and transparency for users. Easy Entry Point: Aqua Protocol aims to simplify DeFi for newcomers. It acts as a gateway to various DeFi strategies, allowing users to participate in: Liquidity Provision: Earn r...

The Court of Appeal has scheduled Thursday, July 4, to deliver the long-awaited judgment in the case between Martins Amaewhule-led lawmakers and Victor Oko-Jumbo-led legislators. It was gathered that the outcome of the judgment would significantly settle the political imbroglio in Rivers and reduce tension in the state. The matter scheduled for judgment was listed as the only event in the cause list for Thursday by the Court of Appeal Abuja Judicial Division. The appeal was based on the Interlocutory Injunction of the High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, which recognised Victor Oko-Jumbo as the Speaker. Justice Charles Wali of the State High Court also ordered Amaewhule and 24 others to stop parading themselves as speaker and lawmakers of the State House of Assembly. But Martins Chike Amaewhule and 24 other lawmakers, approached the Court of Appeal praying it to vacate the order to allow them to return to their functions as the State lawmakers. The Court of Appeal in Port Harcourt, whi...

Schools in White Sand Estate, Isheri-Osun in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, have closed their doors, advising students to stay at home as heavy rains and subsequent flooding have disrupted activities. White Sand Estate is one of the hardest-hit locations in Lagos, frequently experiencing severe flooding. Wednesday’s downpour rendered homes flooded, with water reaching mid-level heights inside residences. This severe flooding has left many residents trapped, unable to even sit down as their living spaces are submerged. In response to the flooding, a school located in the area (name withheld), sent messages to pupils, advising them to stay at home due to the hazardous conditions of the roads and the school. The message read, “Good morning dearest parents. Trust your night was splendid. Due to the downpour and a predicted serious rainy weather forecast today, we have decided to close the school and postpone today’s exam. As you can see, almost everywhere is flooded. “A...