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House of Representatives Urges Government to Revisit Suspended School Feeding Program

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The House of Representatives urged the Federal Government to revisit the suspended National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme (NHGSFP), which was halted due to various controversies. Launched in 2004 and expanded in 2016, the NHGSFP aimed to provide nutritious meals to public primary school pupils, improve health, boost agricultural production, and support smallholder farmers.

On January 12, 2024, President Bola Tinubu suspended all National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) initiatives, including the NHGSFP, for six weeks. This suspension has raised concerns about reduced school enrollment, compromised children’s health and cognitive development, and disrupted farmers’ income.

The House, following a motion by Mr. Muktar Zakari of the Tarauni Federal Constituency, mandated its Committees on Special Duties and Finance to engage relevant ministers in finding solutions for the program’s future success. Zakari emphasized the NHGSFP’s role in encouraging school enrollment, addressing childhood hunger, and improving school attendance. He warned that suspension of the program could lead to more out-of-school children, increased crime, insecurity, and unemployment, advocating for alternative solutions or better implementation to maintain its benefits for Nigerian children.


 

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LeBron James Steps Away from Social Media, Cites Negativity in Sports Coverage

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LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and Los Angeles Lakers star, has announced a temporary break from social media.

The 39-year-old made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram after sharing a post by Rich Kleiman, agent to NBA star Kevin Durant, criticizing the media’s focus on negativity.

Kleiman wrote, “With so much hate and negativity in the world today, it confuses me why some of the national sports media still think that the best way to cover sports is through negative takes… I, for one, find it all a waste of breath.” James shared the post, adding a simple comment: “AMEN!!”

In a follow-up post, James confirmed his social media hiatus, writing, “And with that said, I’ll holla at y’all! Getting off social media for the time being. Y’all take care.”

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James, known for his strong presence on and off the court, is taking this break amidst ongoing discussions about the role of media in shaping public perceptions of athletes.

 


 

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Lagos State Governor Sanwo-Olu Presents 3 Trillion Naira As Budget For 2025

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Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu presents 3 Trillion Naira as the budget for the proposed Appropriation Bill for 2025 to the house of assembly. The assembly meeting was led by Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. The budget is themed Budget of Sustainability and will be a blue print for the commitment to Lagosians.

The ceremony was held in the state house, Alausa, Lagos. With this proposed bill the state government is focusing on environment, education, technology, security and public safety.


 

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Diezani Alison-Madueke Seeks Court Approval to Amend Lawsuit Against EFCC Asset Forfeiture

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Former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has filed a motion to amend her lawsuit challenging the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) order for the final forfeiture of her seized assets.

At a Federal High Court hearing in Abuja presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, Alison-Madueke’s counsel confirmed filing the amendment motion and serving the EFCC. Notably, no EFCC representatives appeared in court.

The embattled ex-minister also sought an extension of time to contest the EFCC’s public notice regarding the sale of her confiscated properties, claiming she was denied a fair hearing during the forfeiture proceedings.

The EFCC, however, rejected Alison-Madueke’s allegations, maintaining that the forfeiture cases were lawfully adjudicated over time.

Justice Ekwo adjourned the case to February 17, 2025, to consider the motion to amend the originating process.

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