BREAKING NEWS: The Benue State police command has confirmed the arrest of one suspect in connection with the June 13 attack on Yelwata Community in Guma LGA of the state.
HPV is a significant health concern in the country, as statistics from an opinion poll survey conducted in 8 states in Nigeria reveal.
The launch of the HPV vaccine is not only about introducing a vaccine but also raising awareness about its importance to girls aged 9 - 14.
EFCC PRESS STATEMENT
Setting the Records Straight on Investigations of Humanitarian Ministry
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has noticed the rising tide of commentaries, opinions, assumptions and insinuations concerning its progressive investigations into the alleged financial misappropriation in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development.
At the outset of investigations, past and suspended officials of the Humanitarian Ministry were invited by the Commission and investigations into the alleged fraud involving them have yielded the recovery of N32.7billion and $445,000 so far.
Discreet investigations by the EFCC have opened other fraudulent dealings involving Covid -19 funds, the World Bank loan, Abacha recovered loot released to the Ministry by the Federal Government to execute its poverty alleviation mandate. Investigations have also linked several interdicted and suspended officials of the Ministry to the alleged financial malfeasance.
It is instructive to stress that the Commission’s investigations are not about individuals. The EFCC is investigating a system and intricate web of fraudulent practices. Banks involved in the alleged fraud are being investigated. Managing Directors of the indicted banks have made useful statements to investigators digging into the infractions. Those found wanting will be prosecuted accordingly. Additionally, the EFCC has not cleared anyone allegedly involved in the fraud. Investigations are ongoing and advancing steadily. The public is enjoined to ignore any claim to the contrary.
On the issue of the works of the Commission against Naira abuse, dollarization of the economy and the enforcement of all extant laws relating to them, the EFCC appreciates the avalanche of public awakening, support and involvement demonstrated so far. Increasingly, members of the public are drawing the attention of the Commission to video recording of abuse of the Naira by Nigerians from all walks of life. These gestures amply demonstrate rising consciousness of the public to the sanctity of our national currency and the need for collaborative engagement to sustain the tempo.
To this end, the Commission will always investigate and prosecute anyone involved in the abuse of the Naira. Old videos being exhumed and flying around for the attention of the Commission are noted as the Commission is sensitive to the fact that its Special Task Force against Naira Abuse and Dollarization of the economy commenced operations on February 7, 2024. However, going forward, new videos of such infractions will be investigated and prosecuted.
At the moment, the Commission is investigating several celebrities involved in Naira abuse. Many of them have made useful statements to the Commission and many more have been invited by investigators working on the matter. The EFCC will not relent in its no-sacred-cow mode of operations and the public should be wary of running afoul of laws against the crime.
Dele Oyewale
Head, Media & Publicity
April 14, 2024
A CALL FOR APPLICATION!
3 MillionTechnical Talent Programme(3MTT)
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, has launched the 3MTT programme, targeted at generating a pipeline of technical talents across Nigeria.
In line with the Ministry’s 1%-10%-100% implementation approach, this is a call for application for training providers and interested Nigerians (who want to be trained) for the pilot phase targeting 30,000 tech talents across Nigeria
The programme is a critical part of the Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at building Nigeria's technical talent backbone to power our digital economy and position Nigeria as a net talent exporter.
Application link: 3mtt.nitda.gov.ng
Selection of Training Providers: 1st Nov 2023
Training Start date: 15th Nov 2023.
Applications for the 2023 Young Professionals in Public Health (YPPH) programme is open.
The YPPH programme trains emerging public health leaders through a stratified programme band, The VIP, HLLP & DEAL fellowship.
Check flyer for more details
To apply: ypph.up.railway.app
“Tolerance is a virtue that makes peace possible” — Kofi Annan (1938-2018)
On today's #ToleranceDay & every day, let us honour Kofi Annan’s legacy by taking action.
Let's practice tolerance & respect for diversity - values that bring people together and make us all stronger.
The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a starting point for an exciting career at the @UN. Interested?
Applications for the 2022 Young Professionals Programme Exams #YPP2022 are now open!
Learn more here➡️ bit.ly/UNCareersYPP
WHO/AFRO Fellowship Programme on Public Health Emergencies in Africa for healthcare professionals #COVID19@WHOAFRO seeks to support 15 aspirational Master’s degree students, PhD fellows, and emergency public health managers and leaders in Africa bit.ly/3gLyKX4