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YOSG debunks the allegation of ₦3.8 billion expenditure on sitting allowance, presidential charlets
YOSG debunks the allegation of ₦3.8 billion expenditure on sitting allowance, presidential charlets
By: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe state government has debunked the alledged story published by Sahara Reporter that zero expenditure on basic education while $3.8bn was expended on sitting allowance and construction of presidential charlets in Yobe state.
In a press statement issued and signed by Alhaji Mamman Mohammed, Director General Press and Media Affairs, to Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, made available to newsmen in Damaturu.
Mamman said, Journalism is no doubt a noble profession that seeks to inform and educate the public objectively and, obviously, a veritable tool that promotes accountability in governance for the common good of the people. However, it becomes a poison when wrongly used to parade deliberate lies and falsehood with flagrant abuse to its laid-down ethics.
The statement further said, In an attempt to garnish the flask, a document was deliberately published in tiny and almost unreadable characters that are very unfriendly and discouraging for readers to read the content.
“For the avoidance of doubt, Yobe state government had in the last three quarters of the year expended over $3 billion on procurement of instructional materials and rehabilitation of classrooms and hostels in over 10 schools. Noted that the sum of over $1.5 billion was paid for tuition and registration fees, while another $3.5 billion was paid to UBEC as counterpart funds, to mention but a few.
Adding that, for those who took the pain to thoroughly scan the document, it showed the sitting allowance and construction expenditure reflected, while the alleged zero expenditure on basic education expenditure is conspicuously missing and not reflected for the reader to make an independent comparison, assessment, and judgement.
According to him, using one’s common sense of judgment, zero expenditure on basic education suggests that all schools in the state are closed. In contrast to the unholy suggestion by the publication, schools across Yobe State have indeed recorded an increase in enrolment generally and are running with great improvement.
YOSG debunks the allegation of ₦3.8 billion expenditure on sitting allowance, presidential charlets
One Killed as Ebonyi Communal Clash Rekindles
By: Zagazola Makama
The Ebonyi State Police Command says one person has been killed in renewed hostilities between Enyimagu and Ekpoamaka communities in Ikwo Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the decades-long crisis between the two communities, which had been dormant for some time, flared up again on Saturday evening.
The Nigerian Army troops and other security agencies were swiftly deployed to restore order.
On Sunday morning, security personnel discovered the corpse of an unidentified elderly man with multiple bullet wounds at Odumewu, Enyimagu axis.
He was said to have engaged the security forces in a gun battle before being shot dead.
The military also recovered firearms and ammunition from the deceased, believed to be a mercenary hired by one of the warring communities.
The body has been deposited at Rim Hospital Mortuary, Achara, while more security teams have been deployed for intensive patrol as the situation remains tense.
One Killed as Ebonyi Communal Clash Rekindles
Security forces Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Three Along Funtua–Gusau Road
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued three travellers along the Funtua–Gusau road.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that suspected armed bandits had ambushed a white Golf 3 Wagon at Marabar Bangori.
The vehicle, driven by Sadi Ahmed, with passengers Ibrahim Umar (a.k.a Dan’iya), and Babangida Yusuf, 45, all of Yankara town, was transporting tomatoes from Funtua to Yankara when the gunmen opened fire.
Security forces were swiftly mobilized which engaged the bandits in a tactical exchange of fire, forcing them to flee into the bush.
All three occupants were rescued unhurt.
Security forces Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Three Along Funtua–Gusau Road
Two Killed, Two Injured in Yobe Communal Clash Over Land Dispute
By: Zagazola Makama
Two persons have been killed and two others seriously injured following a violent clash between residents of Azare and Zango villages in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Zagazola report that the incident occurred at about 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, when a mob from Azare village, armed with dangerous weapons, attacked Zango villagers on their farmlands over a protracted land dispute.
The deceased were identified as Sani Makeri, and Abdullahi Majitta, both of Zango village.
The sources said two other victims sustained serious injuries and are receiving treatment at the General Hospital, Bara.
The sources added that investigation has commenced to ensure all those involved are brought to justice.
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