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  • Nigeria’s public debts rise by N9.43tr in three months, hit N97tr in Dec 2023, says DMO

    DMO: Domestic debt servicing increased by over N247bn in 2017

    Fresh data by the Debt Management Office (DMO) on Friday in Abuja showed that Nigeria’s public debt stock rose by N9.43tr in three months to hit N97.341 trillion as of Dec. 31, 2023.

    The DMO said that the amount comprised domestic and external debt stocks of the federal government, the 36 state governments and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

    It said that the increase was largely due to new domestic borrowing by the federal government to part–finance the deficit in the 2024 budget and disbursements by multilateral and bilateral lenders.

    “At N59.12 trillion, total domestic debt accounted for 61 per cent of the total public debt stock, while external debt at N38.22 trillion accounted for the balance of 39 per cent,” it said.

    The DMO said that the country’s external debt stock was skewed in favour of loans from multilateral and bilateral lenders.

    READ ALSO:Nigeria’s total public debts hit N46.25trn

    The debt office said the move was consistent with the country’s debt management strategy.

    It said that loans from multilateral sources constituted 49.77 per cent of the country’s external debt stock, while loans from bilateral sources constituted 16.02 per cent.

    “That is a total of 63.79 per cent, mostly concessional and semi-concessional loans.

    “Whilst the DMO continues to employ best practice in public debt management, the recent and ongoing efforts of the authorities to shore up revenue will support debt sustainability.”

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  • NYSC Denies Posting Corps Member To Amotekun For Youth Service

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    The National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) has debunked a story trending on the social media of a corps member posted to Amotekun Corps for a one-year mandatory youths service programme.

    Assistant Director, Press and Public Relations, NYSC Oyo State, Ms Christy Olatoye, in a statement on Saturday in Ibadan said Amotekun was not included on the list of employers on NYSC database.

    She, however, said the Western Nigeria Security Network code-named “Amotekun” remained a respected organisation

    Olatoye reiterated that a posting letter with such deployment did not emanate from the NYSC Oyo state.

    “The attention of the NYSC Oyo state has been drawn to a story trending on the Social media of a corps member posted to Amotekun Corps.

    “I want to set the record straight that it is the policy of the National Youth Service Corps to post Corps members to where they would be relevant and their services will be well utilised.

    “While I admit that the Amotekun Corps is a respected organisation in its line of assignment but it is not included on the list of employers on our database. We only post to employers on our database.

    She advised pranksters not to portraying the scheme negatively.

    “The National Youth Service Corps is a noble scheme that has served the nation for over five decades with notable achievements to our records.

    “It is therefore not an organisation that should be used as an object of prank, “she said.

    NYSC Denies Posting Corps Member To Amotekun For Youth Service is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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  • Account Manager at IFF

    IFF – Here, we boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences, and sensorial experiences, we create essential solutions; from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Description

    As an Account Manager you are responsible for a number of important Regional and local Flavor accounts.
    You will take care of managing the sales to these accounts effectively; with the goal to ensure growth of the business with them.
    You will work in close cooperation with Operations, Creation and Applications and Marketing departments within IFF.
    In this role you report into the Sales Leader Nourish based in Cape Town/ Johannesburg (flexible to location).

    ACCOUNTABILITY

    Support, implement and drive the strategy of FSA management and it’s shareholders.
    Preparation, Management and Achievement of annual Sales and GP budget.
    Preparation, Implementation of Annual Sales Growth Plan.
    Achieve win rate target.
    Create, build and maintain strong personal relationships with key personnel at customers and with internal partners.
    Generate a strong pipeline of new business targets.

    Role and Responsibilities

    Support, implement and drive the strategy of FSA management and it’s shareholders.
    Ensure you are fully aware and versed on the strategy.
    Align the annual Sales Growth Plan with the Business Plan.
    Manage and measure the Sales Growth Plan and it’s effectiveness and make changes from time to time where performance is not occurring.
    Preparation, Management and Achievement of annual Sales & GP Budget, Win Rate, Price Increase, in August.
    Prepare and be accountable for the sales and GP budget.
    Prepare and be accountable for the win rate target based on CPM numbers.
    Implement fully annual and special price increases using superior negotiation skills.
    Preparation, Review and maintenance of Annual Sales Growth Plan In September each year.
    Complete the Annual Sales Growth Plan using SMART principles.
    All plans must balance up with management targets and have 100% alignment to CPM numbers.
    Plans should be modified, if necessary, every quarter and reviewed with sales manager.
    Achieve win rate target.
    As a minimum, win rate targets (value and %) of the company should cascade down to ACM level and be met.
    Create, build and maintain strong personal relationships with key personnel at customers and with internal partners.
    It is a well-studied, experienced and known fact that superior external and internal relationships generate superior sales. This is a skill that requires much time and personal sacrifice. It is required by the company that the SR creates opportunities with customers to enhance relationships. The company will support this financially within reason.
    Generate a strong pipeline of new business targets.
    Constant scanning for new opportunities.
    Good business and commercial knowledge.
    Good knowledge of customers, competition and an existing network in Nigeria will be ideal.
    Able to travel frequently within Nigeria and in the region as needed.

    Job Requirements

    2 – 3 years’ selling experience in cold calling or similar environment.
    Food Industry is preferred but not required.
    Computer literate: MS Office, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, Internet.

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  • You are in a Lesbian relationship if your man is comfortable collecting money from you without giving back to you

    You are in a Lesbian relationship if your man is comfortable collecting money from you without giving back to you - BBNaija

    Big Brother Naija star,  Doyin has opined that any lady whose man is comfortable collecting money from without giving money back to her is in a ‘’lesbian relationship”. 

     

    Doyin stated this on Snapchat during an exchange with one of her followers. According to her, such men are ‘’sissies’

     

    You are in a Lesbian relationship if your man is comfortable collecting money from you without giving back to you - BBNaija

     

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  • Move to impeach Shaibu heats up as CJN constitutes panel to investigate Dep gov

    The Edo State impeachment saga has gone a step forward with the Chief Judge, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, constituting a seven-member panel to investigate Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu.

    This follows a resolution passed by the State House of Assembly on March 19, 2024.

    The Assembly had accused Shaibu of “gross misconduct,” including perjury and leaking government secrets. Following attempts to serve Shaibu with the impeachment notice, the Assembly directed the Chief Judge to form the investigative panel.

    Shaibu had previously denied the allegations against him.

    Justice Okungbowa has now constituted a seven-man panel to investigate the allegations levelled against Shaibu, by the state House of Assembly.

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    This is part of the processes initiated by the assembly to impeach the deputy governor.

    The panel’s constitution. was made know on Friday via a statement, with reference number: CR/4837 /Vol. I/131, endorsed by the Chief Registrar of the Edo State High Court, B. O. Osawaru.

    According to the statement, the panel is headed by a retired judge, Justice S.A. Omonua.

    In the statement, the Chief Registrar stated that the CJ was acting in accordance with the powers vested on him by Section 188(5) of the 1999 Constitution.

    The statement read, “This is to bring to the notice of the general public that in line with Section 188(5) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), the Honourable Chief Judge of Edo State, Honourable Justice D. I. Okungbowa, has constituted the panel of seven persons to investigate the allegations contained in the impeachment notice against the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu.

    “The said panel of seven persons is comprised of the following persons: Hon. Justice S.A. Omonua (retd.) – Chairman, Professor Violet Aigbokhaebo- member, Professor Boniface Onomion Edegbai -member, Professor Theresa Akpoghome – member, Oghogho Ayodele Oviasu – member, Andrew Oliha- member and Idris Abdulkareen- member.”

    This development marks a significant escalation in the political rift between Shaibu and Governor Godwin Obaseki. The specific details of the accusations and the evidence presented remain unclear.

    Shaibu retains the right to defend himself before the panel. The outcome of the investigation will be crucial in determining whether the impeachment proceedings continue. If the panel finds merit in the allegations, the Assembly could then vote on whether to remove Shaibu from office.

    This situation is likely to be closely monitored in the coming weeks as Nigerians await the panel’s findings and the potential next steps in the Edo State impeachment drama.

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  • I Want To Marry Tall Girl, Says 29-Year-Old Height Challenged Man

    Popoola Babatunde is 29 years old but stands at 3.5 feet! When standing beside anyone of average height, his head will barely reach below the hips.

    This physical condition has limited his ability to do things normal human beings do, but he doesn’t see it as a handicap.            

    Babatunde, who is a university graduate, told THE WHISTLER in an interview that some simple house chores can be challenging for him. “The challenges I face are basically house chores, like drying clothes, turning on the fan, changing light switches among others,” he said.

    He however has no problems getting his cloth sizes in the market as he wears children’s clothes.

    “But the only problem I have is that the clothes are costly. Some of my shoes are being made directly from my shoe makers.”

    Because of his size and height, he was subjected to bullying as a child. “People used to call me all sorts of names like short man, short boy, and I normally get angry,” he revealed.

    But as he grew up, he became less bothered by those who call him names, and it made him more popular with people.

    Babatunde said his height and attitude to people have made him popular and attractive to many people who come across him, especially ladies.

    He said ladies love him and no girl has ever turned down his proposal for friendship.

    “I’ve been keeping girlfriends since my university days. I’ve never approached a girl and asked her out and she turned me down, it has never happened.

    “In most cases they (girls) are the ones approaching me,” he said.

    Amazing Hobbies

    Although Babatunde is yet to get a job since concluding his national youth service last year, he enjoys luxury hobbies such as driving fast cars, riding bikes, especially rubber bikes, and playing football. 

    “Nobody taught me how to drive, it was just self-confidence and all that. I normally pull the seat front and focus,” he said, with a smile.

    The height-challenged man also loves acting, and has acted in a movie.

    “I like to act, I’m a content creator. I’m into movies and have acted in one Nigerian movie titled ‘Show Me Love’.

    It was acted in Delta state, Asaba, with the likes of Lord Frank, Prince Ugo and others. So, I have this passion for acting and I act with passion,” he stated.

    Babatunde’s mother is from Niger State while his father is from Oyo State. But neither of his parents are short.

    “My mum told me that it was my great grandfather that I resembled, that I’m even taller than him. 

    “I don’t have any of my siblings like me. All of them are taller than me,” he said.

    But he hopes to one day get married to a tall lady.

    “I love picking tall girls because I always have this mindset that if I eventually marry a short girl I may end up giving birth to my type,” he said.

    I Want To Marry Tall Girl, Says 29-Year-Old Height Challenged Man is first published on The Whistler Newspaper



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  • Web Developer/ Product Designer at Zercom Systems

    At Zercom systems, we offer the highest levels of experience, professionalism and integrity as well as certified expertise in virtually all computing systems and products to solve the most challenging needs.
    We work closely with our clients to understand the nature of their business challenges and ultimate business objectives and offer best possible solutions using the latest innovations in the Business/IT industry.
    With our core competencies in the areas of Process Automation, Business Transformation, and Learning & Development, we guarantee to take your business to the next level.Are you a creative with a passion for design and web development?  Our team is seeking a skilled individual proficient in Photoshop, WordPress, HTML/CSS, and Figma.

    If you rate yourself 8 out of 10 on these apps, you could be the perfect fit for our dynamic team! Join us and unleash your creativity while shaping the digital world.

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  • DHQ declares Simon Ekpa, 96 others wanted for terrorism

    DHQ declares Simon Ekpa, 96 others wanted for terrorism

    The Defence Headquarters has declared 97 persons wanted for terrorism, violent extremism and secessionist threats against the state. 

     

    The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major Gen Edward Buba, confirmed the names and pictures of the people declared wanted in a statement released in Abuja on Friday night, March 22.

     

    The wanted persons, terrorists/ bandits and insurgents commanders are from the North East, North West, North Central and South-East zones. The military authorities did not place any bounty on the wanted persons.

     

    A breakdown of the wanted persons shows that 43 were declared wanted in North West Zone plagued by banditry, and kidnapping among others.

     

    Some bandits/terrorists leaders include: Alhaji Shingi; Malindi Yakubu; Boka ; Dogo Gide; Halilu Sububu; Ado Aliero ; Bello Turji; Dan Bokkolo; Labi Yadi ; Nagala; Saidu Idris; Kachalla Rugga and Sani Gurgu.

     

    In the North East plagued by Boko Haram and Islamic State for West Africa Province terrorists, 33 persons were declared wanted.

     

    Among them are terrorists commanders, Abu Zaida; Modu Sulum; Baba Data; Ahmad; Sani Teacher; Baa Sadiq; Abdul Saad; Kaka Abi; Mohammad Khalifa; Umar Tella; Abu Mutahid; Mallam Mohammad; Mallam Tahiru Baga; Uzaiya and Ali Ngule.

     

    In the North Central and South East 21 Insurgents/militants and violent criminals were declared wanted.

     

    Others in the South East include Factional IPOB leader Simon Ekpa, Obiemesi Chukwudi aka Dan Chuk ; David Ezekwem Chidiebube and Amobi Chinonso Okafor aka Temple.

     

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  • Nigerian Defence Headquarters Declares Finland-based Simon Ekpa, 96 Others Wanted For Terrorism, Others

    Ekpa is the Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in-Exile (BRGIE). 

     

    The Defence Headquarters has declared 97 persons wanted for terrorism, insurgency, and violent crimes in the country. 

     

    One of the persons on the wanted list is Finland-based Simon Ekpa, a self-proclaimed disciple of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. 

     

    Ekpa is the Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in-Exile (BRGIE). 

     

    The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba confirmed the names and pictures of the people declared wanted to The PUNCH on Friday.

     

    A total of 43 persons were declared wanted in North West Zone ravaged by banditry, among which are:

    Alhaji Shingi; Malindi Yakubu; Boka; Dogo Gide; Halilu Sububu; Ado Aliero; Bello Turji; Dan Bokkolo; Labi Yadi ; Nagala; Saidu Idris; Kachalla Rugga and Sani Gurgu.

     

    In the North East ravaged by Boko Haram and Islamic State for West Africa Province terrorists, 33 persons were declared wanted

    Some of them are Abu Zaida; Modu Sulum; Baba Data; Ahmad; Sani Teacher; Baa Sadiq; Abdul Saad; Kaka Abi; Mohammad Khalifa; Umar Tella; Abu Mutahid; Mallam Mohammad; Mallam Tahiru Baga; Uzaiya and Ali Ngule .

     

    Also, a total of 21 Insurgents and violent criminals were declared wanted in the southeast and North Central region.

     

    They are Simon Ekpa; Chika Edoziem; Egede; Zuma; ThankGod; Gentle; Flavour; Mathew; David Ndubuisi; High Chief Williams Agbor; Ebuka Nwaka; Friday Ojimka; Obiemesi Chukwudi aka Dan Chuk; David Ezekwem Chidiebube and Amobi Chinonso Okafor aka Temple among others .

     

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  • Properties you should never consider buying

    All over the world, investment is not easy. As lucrative as real estate is, it takes a lot of financing. Now, after investing financial resources heavily, it will be unfair to invest in properties you should never buy in the first place.

    When considering purchasing property in Nigeria, it’s essential to be mindful of certain factors to avoid making potentially problematic investments.

    I will highlight the properties you should never buy in this article:

    1. Properties with Unresolved Legal Issues:

    Ensure that the property you’re interested in has clear and undisputed legal ownership. Avoid properties entangled in legal disputes, land boundary issues, or lacking proper documentation. Purchasing such properties can lead to prolonged legal battles or even loss of ownership rights.

    2. Properties in High-Risk Areas:

    Certain areas in Nigeria may be prone to natural disasters like flooding or erosion, or they may have a high crime rate. Investing in properties in such areas can pose significant risks to your safety and the value of your investment. Always conduct thorough research on the neighborhood’s safety and vulnerability to natural disasters before buying.

    3. Properties with Structural Defects:

    Inspect any property you’re considering purchasing thoroughly for structural integrity. Avoid properties with visible signs of damage, such as cracks in the walls, foundation issues, or poor construction quality. Investing in structurally compromised properties can result in costly repairs and compromise the safety of occupants.

    4. Properties with Uncertain Development Plans:

    Before buying property, inquire about the development plans for the surrounding area. Investing in areas without clear development prospects or with uncertain infrastructure plans can hinder your property’s appreciation potential. Additionally, consider factors like accessibility, amenities, and potential future developments that could impact the property’s value.

    5. Properties with Environmental Hazards:

    Be cautious of properties located near industrial sites, waste disposal areas, or contaminated land. Exposure to environmental hazards can pose health risks to occupants and devalue the property over time. Conduct environmental assessments or seek expert advice to identify any potential risks associated with pollution or contamination before making a purchase.

    READ ALSO:Five-storey building collapses in Anambra, many feared trapped

    6. Properties with Outstanding Liabilities:

    Before finalizing a property purchase, ensure there are no outstanding debts or unpaid taxes associated with the property. Buying a property with unresolved financial liabilities can lead to unexpected financial burdens or legal complications. Request clearance certificates and conduct thorough financial due diligence to avoid such situations.

    7. Properties with Incomplete or Illegal Structures:

    Avoid purchasing properties with unapproved or illegal structures, such as extensions, additional floors, or encroachments. Such structures may violate building regulations and could be subject to demolition orders by the government authorities. Invest in properties with all structures properly permitted and constructed in compliance with local building codes.

    8. Properties in Disputed or Unstable Regions:

    Nigeria, like many countries, may have regions marked by ethnic, religious, or political tensions. Investing in properties located in areas prone to conflicts or instability can expose you to safety risks and potential property damage. Research the political and social climate of the region before considering any property purchase.

    9. Properties with Poor Access to Basic Utilities:

    Ensure that the property you’re interested in has access to essential utilities such as electricity, water, sewage systems, and internet connectivity. Properties lacking access to these basic amenities can significantly diminish their livability and resale value. Verify the reliability and adequacy of utility services in the area before making a purchase.

    10. Properties in Declining or Oversaturated Markets:

    Avoid investing in properties in markets experiencing declining demand or oversupply. Buying property in such markets can lead to difficulty finding tenants or buyers, resulting in prolonged vacancies or reduced rental income. Conduct market research to assess the demand-supply dynamics and potential for growth in the property market before committing to any purchase.

    By: Dennis Isong

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