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2022 Budget: NIPOST gets zero allocation from N137.2billion Capital votes

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Minister of Communication and Digital Economy , Dr Isa Ali Pantami

The Nigeria Postal Service ( NIPOST) , got zero allocation from N137.2billion capital votes earmarked for the Ministry of  Communication and Digital Economy as well as the three Parastatals under it .

Minister of Communication and Digital Economy , Dr Isa Ali Pantami who appeared with heads of agencies under the Ministry disclosed this to the National Assembly joint committee on Communication during budget defence session in Abuja.

In the proposed N160.593billion budget for the Ministry , NIGCOMSAT, NIPOST and National Identity Management Commission ( NIMC) , the Ministry got N85.231billion for capital votes , NIMC N46.533billion and NIGCOMSAT N5.440billion , NIPOST has zero allocation.

Dissatisfied with the proposal the Committee Chaired by Senator Oluremi Tinubu ( APC Lagos Central ) , said it was wrong for the agency not to be given any capital vote for  2022 fiscal year .

Senator Tinubu specifically asked the Minister whether the zero capital budget allocation proposed for NIPOST in 2022 was based on non – request by the agency or lack of fund .

The Commitee she added , may have to appropriate something for the agency if there is no solid reason for the zero allocation .

The Minister in his response said , he was not against some votes taken from the capital estimates of the Ministry for NIPOST .

” I’m not against the Committee taking about N200million from N85.231billion capital vote of the Ministry to NIPOST” , he said.

He added that unbundling of NIPOST will be carried out in 2022 by setting up three different agencies out of it , particularly Property and Development Company that will manage the 2,500 properties of the agency scattered across the country .

Out of the total budget profile of N160.593billion proposed for the Ministry and the three agencies under it , the Minister said the Ministry has a total of N86.488billion , NIGCOMSAT N8.226billion , NIPOST N13.116billion and NIMC N52.761billion .

Speaking about increase observed in the personnel cost of the Ministry which rose from N981m appropriated in 2020 to N1.032billion proposed for 2022 fiscal year , the Minister said the increase arose from salaries of newly recruited staff posted to the Ministry by the Federal Civil Service Commission.

 

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Nigerian Anglicans Condemn Lesbian Archbishop of Wales, Deepening Global Anglican Rift

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…Church leaders accuse Welsh counterparts of “spiritual decadence” and “abandonment of faith”

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has issued a forceful condemnation of the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann, an openly lesbian cleric, as the Archbishop of Wales. The move is the latest in a series of developments that have deepened divisions within the global Anglican Communion over sexuality and doctrine.

In a statement from Primate The Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, the church denounced the election as a “serious departure from biblical teaching” and a sign of “spiritual decadence” and “an outright abandonment of the faith once delivered to the saints.”

Archbishop Ndukuba warned that Bishop Vann’s elevation compromises the Anglican Church’s global mission and could obstruct evangelism. He compared the situation to the controversial tenure of Most Rev. Katherine Jefferts Schori, former Presiding Bishop of the U.S. Episcopal Church, who also faced intense criticism from conservative Anglicans for her progressive views.

The Primate accused Bishop Vann of being complicit in the “ongoing crisis” around same-sex issues, stating that the election is a “clear revelation that many who claim to be members of the body of Christ cannot endure sound doctrine” (2 Timothy 4:3–4).

The Church of Nigeria called on Anglicans worldwide to reject “rebels” and “apostates” and to instead support conservative bodies like the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON).

“The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) condemns, unequivocally rejects, and will not recognize the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann as Archbishop of Wales,” Ndukuba declared. He concluded with a solemn warning that without repentance, the Church in Wales risks losing “complete relevance” and its leaders will face judgment.

 

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Anglican Church Urges Government To Prioritize Citizen Welfare

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The Primate of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Reverend Henry Ndukuba, has called on political leaders to prioritize the welfare of citizens.

During a recent church service in Abuja, Ndukuba noted that many Nigerians are struggling with challenges brought on by the global economic downturn. He urged state and local governments to implement new initiatives to lessen the impact on their communities.

The Primate also stressed that the federal government must effectively monitor its programs to ensure that Nigerians fully benefit from the nation’s democratic gains. He argued that if the current administration can effectively tackle corruption, the country would significantly benefit from the economic policies of President Tinubu’s government.

Ndukuba concluded by asking the congregation to continue praying for those in authority, remain committed to national unity, and show love and support for the less privileged. He also tasked the newly inducted members of the Church Mothers’ Guild with aggressively spreading the gospel.

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Hardship: A Veil Of Sorcery And Darkness Over Nigeria – Pastor Enenche”

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Pastor Paul Enenche

Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Paul Enenche, has expressed deep concern about the current situation in Nigeria.

Enenche stated that the nation is under an evil spell due to the economic hardship affecting the country. He described Nigeria as being covered by a “blanket of sorcery and darkness,” leading many citizens to endure poverty and hardship in silence.

“There’s a blanket of sorcery and darkness over this nation—an evil spell making people tolerate what should provoke outrage,” he wrote.

In a post on his official X account on Thursday, the cleric highlighted the economic struggles faced by many Nigerians, noting that an increasing number of church members now line up after services not for spiritual counselling or prayer, but to help with basic needs such as rent, school fees, food, and medical bills.

“People are suffering. Pastors are exhausted. Members now queue after service not for prayer, but for assistance,” he lamented.

He also criticised political leaders for their insensitivity and failure to address the dire situation across the country.

“Yet, the leaders act as though nothing is wrong. This is not normal—it is witchcraft. It is a spell of patience in captivity, leading to a demonic tolerance of suffering.”

Calling for divine intervention, Enenche declared, “Let every evil spell over this land be broken! Let those misruling with arrogance and mocking the people’s pain face divine judgment. They shall not see the celebration of their wickedness.”

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