Bayero University Promotes 90 Academics to Senior Roles

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5 months ago

September 10, 2024

The Senate of Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has approved the promotion of 90 senior academics, including five females, to Professors and Associate Professors.

The approval was made during the Senate’s 416th meeting on August 28, 2024, recognizing academic excellence in 2022 and 2023.

Forty-five academics were elevated to Professorship, while another 45 became Associate Professors, according to a special BUK bulletin signed by Deputy Registrar Lamara Garba.

The promotions reflect the university’s commitment to rewarding academic excellence across various disciplines.

The newly promoted professors and associate professors hail from diverse fields, including languages, social sciences, engineering, health sciences, and more.

Notably, five female academics were promoted to Professorship, marking a significant milestone in their careers.

The university’s promotion exercise demonstrates its dedication to fostering a culture of academic distinction and inclusivity.

BUK’s academic community congratulates the newly promoted scholars on their well-deserved recognition.

Reps Approve ₦54.99tn 2025 Budget

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31 minutes ago

February 13, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Ifeoluwa Odunayo

The House of Representatives has approved Nigeria’s ₦54.99 trillion 2025 budget, marking a pivotal step in addressing economic challenges and public services.

The revised budget, up from the initial ₦49.7 trillion proposal, includes ₦3.645 trillion for statutory transfers, ₦14.317 trillion for debt servicing, ₦13.64 trillion for recurrent expenses, and ₦23.963 trillion for capital projects.

Lawmakers expect the increased spending to stimulate economic recovery, stabilize key sectors, and reduce borrowing reliance.

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Nigeria Moves to Repatriate 400,000 Refugees from Chad, Niger, Cameroon

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3 hours ago

February 13, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Nike Lawal

The Nigerian federal government has revealed that over 400,000 Nigerian refugees remain in Chad, Niger, and Cameroon, with efforts underway to facilitate their safe return.

Speaking at a Technical Working Group meeting in Abuja, Tijani Ahmed, Federal Commissioner of NCFRMI, stressed the need to assess past repatriation efforts and strengthen partnerships for a smoother process.

A tripartite agreement between Nigeria, Chad, and UNHCR has already enabled the return of 3,000 refugees, with more repatriations planned, especially from Cameroon.

UNHCR Deputy Representative Bernadette Muteshi reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s leadership in ensuring a safe and sustainable return for displaced citizens.

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FG Orders Strict Compliance with Treasury Single Account Policy

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3 hours ago

February 13, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Adenike Lawal

The federal government has directed Federal Pay Officers (FPOs) nationwide to enforce strict adherence to the Treasury Single Account (TSA) policy by all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) at the state level.

During a visit to the Federal Pay Office in Benin, Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein, warned that MDAs must not bypass TSA rules or maintain unauthorized accounts with commercial banks. Any exceptions require presidential approval through the AGF.

She urged FPOs to uphold transparency, professionalism, and ethical standards in managing federal funds, adding that routine inspections will ensure compliance.

Dr. Madein also acknowledged operational challenges and announced plans to build new office structures to improve working conditions for FPO staff.