The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on Saturday, began the distribution of flyers and posters across the South-East to notify residents of the cancellation of sit-at-home exercise in the region, reports ITREALMS.
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Saturday, August 12, 2023
IPOB distributes flyers, posters declaring cancellation of sit-at-home - ITREALMS
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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on Saturday, began the distribution of flyers and posters across the South-East to notify residents of the cancellation of sit-at-home exercise in the region, reports ITREALMS.
The pro-Biafran group said the exercise is aimed at conveying Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s pronouncement cancelling Monday sit-at-home and to inform the people that sit-at-home is not only “dead,” but will also never again be invoked or deployed as a tool of civil disobedience in the group’s quest for self-determination.
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on Saturday, began the distribution of flyers and posters across the South-East to notify residents of the cancellation of sit-at-home exercise in the region, reports ITREALMS.
Friday, August 11, 2023
Whistleblowing: Tasking new ministers on democratic accountability - ITREALMS
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By the time this piece gets to the public, other things being equal, all 48 nominees that had undergone screening for confirmation as cabinet ministers at the senate plenary would have been sworn in by President Bola Tinubu and begun settling in their offices as cabinet ministers, thereby effectively making them members of the federal executive council.
Together with members of the national assembly with whom they share the same partisan convictions, the ministers will occupy the front row in the implementation squad of the Renewed Hope agenda of the Tinubu administration.
By the time this piece gets to the public, other things being equal, all 48 nominees that had undergone screening for confirmation as cabinet ministers at the senate plenary would have been sworn in by President Bola Tinubu and begun settling in their offices as cabinet ministers, thereby effectively making them members of the federal executive council.
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Adapting to change: Navigating path to business success with subscription marketing by Reuben Kalu - ITREALMS
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Subscription marketing has emerged as a powerful strategy that revolutionizes the way businesses connect with customers and drive sustained success. Unlike traditional transactional models, subscription-based approaches focus on building long-term relationships and fostering customer loyalty. This essay delves into the concept of subscription marketing and explores how businesses can leverage its benefits to drive success, customer retention, and sustainable growth in today's dynamic market landscape.
I. Understanding Subscription Marketing
Subscription marketing is a business model in which customers pay a recurring fee to access products or services on an ongoing basis. It encompasses a wide range of industries, from media and entertainment to software, e-commerce, and beyond. The essence of subscription marketing lies in offering convenience, personalization, and value that compels customers to commit to regular payments, creating a predictable revenue stream for businesses.
Subscription marketing has emerged as a powerful strategy that revolutionizes the way businesses connect with customers and drive sustained success. Unlike traditional transactional models, subscription-based approaches focus on building long-term relationships and fostering customer loyalty. This essay delves into the concept of subscription marketing and explores how businesses can leverage its benefits to drive success, customer retention, and sustainable growth in today's dynamic market landscape.
Subscription marketing is a business model in which customers pay a recurring fee to access products or services on an ongoing basis. It encompasses a wide range of industries, from media and entertainment to software, e-commerce, and beyond. The essence of subscription marketing lies in offering convenience, personalization, and value that compels customers to commit to regular payments, creating a predictable revenue stream for businesses.
NSML launches clean waterways initiative to tackle plastic pollution - ITREALMS
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The NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited (NSML) has launched its Clean Waterways Initiative, a programme to raise awareness of the dangers of plastic pollution and to advocate for action to address the issue.
Speaking on the initiative, the Chief Executive Officer of NSML, Mr Abdulkadir Ahmed, highlighted the urgency of the plastic crisis and its detrimental effects on economic activities, human health, and the environment.
The NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited (NSML) has launched its Clean Waterways Initiative, a programme to raise awareness of the dangers of plastic pollution and to advocate for action to address the issue.
Aliyu emerges 15th NCS president - ITREALMS
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The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has elected Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu as its 15th President, reports ITREALMS.
Dr. Aliyu, ITREALMS gathered, emerged unopposed and is the first candidate from the Northern part of the country to be elected as President of the 45-year-old body.
The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has elected Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu as its 15th President, reports ITREALMS.
Realnews 11th anniversary lecture gets date, to focus on illicit funds threats - ITREALMS
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The management of Realnews Magazine and Publications Limited, publishers of Realnews Magazine Online, has announced the date for its 2023 annual lecture on 'The Threats of Illicit Funds Flow to the African Economy,' reports ITREALMS.
According to the publisher, Maureen Chigbo in a public statement available to ITREALMS, said the lecture comes up on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.
The management of Realnews Magazine and Publications Limited, publishers of Realnews Magazine Online, has announced the date for its 2023 annual lecture on 'The Threats of Illicit Funds Flow to the African Economy,' reports ITREALMS.
WorldStage Economic Summit 2023 to dialogue on electricity - ITREALMS
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As stakeholders in the Nigerian economy take stock of the recently signed Nigeria Electricity Act 2023 by President Bola Tinubu with the hope that it will address the multifarious challenges across the electric power sector, the WorldStage Economic Summit (WES) has resolved to host ‘National Dialogue on Electricity’ as its theme for this year.
The national dialogue which will review the whole value chain of the electricity business regarding the challenges and opportunities that the new law will inspire, will hold on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at the Event Centre, Nigerian Exchange Limited, 2/4 Customs Street, Lagos by 10.00 AM.
As stakeholders in the Nigerian economy take stock of the recently signed Nigeria Electricity Act 2023 by President Bola Tinubu with the hope that it will address the multifarious challenges across the electric power sector, the WorldStage Economic Summit (WES) has resolved to host ‘National Dialogue on Electricity’ as its theme for this year.
Tuesday, August 08, 2023
Back-to-School: Konga pledges huge discounts, special deals for shoppers - ITREALMS
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Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce giant, has pledged to roll out a feast of discounts and best-priced deals tailored to various segments of customers for its Back-to-School promotion which runs from Monday August 14 to Monday September 11, 2023.
Sources at Konga insist that the company is keen to assist parents, students, schools and other corporates save big in view of economic realities, with thousands of heavily-discounted items expected to go on sale online at www.konga.com and offline in every Konga retail store nationwide, effective from Monday when the campaign kicks off.
Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce giant, has pledged to roll out a feast of discounts and best-priced deals tailored to various segments of customers for its Back-to-School promotion which runs from Monday August 14 to Monday September 11, 2023.
FG advised to emulate India: 'Ban import of computer hardware' - ITREALMS
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The current Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) led by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have been advised to emulate India government which recently imposed restrictions on import of laptops, tablets, all-in-one personal computers and ultra-small computers and servers with immediate effect, reports ITREALMS.
This, they said is in the spirit of product nationalism whereby countries deliberately promote patronage of home-made products and services to boost local productivity, create more jobs, encourage proficiency, and discourage capital flight.
The current Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) led by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have been advised to emulate India government which recently imposed restrictions on import of laptops, tablets, all-in-one personal computers and ultra-small computers and servers with immediate effect, reports ITREALMS.
KnowBe4: Phishing emails, most common malicious attacks - ITREALMS
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The provider of the world’s largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, KnowBe4, has announced the results of its Q2 2023 top-clicked phishing report.
The provider of the world’s largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, KnowBe4, has announced the results of its Q2 2023 top-clicked phishing report.
The results included the top email subjects clicked on in phishing tests and reflected the use of HR business-related messages that pique interest from employees and could potentially affect them.
NLNG holds second digital communication skills workshop for journalists - ITREALMS
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The Nigeria LNG Limited has completed the second edition of its highly impactful 2023 #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop, aimed at equipping journalists with cutting-edge
digital communication and social media skills..jpg "Participants sit with Andy Odeh, NLNG’s GM, External Relations and Sustainable Development (centre), and facilitators from The Journalism Clinic, Dan Mason and Taiwo Obe (Right) at the close of the #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop in Abuja.")
From 1st August to 3rd August 2023, the annual capacity-building workshop brought together a diverse group of more than 25 journalists from various editorial sections in Abuja.
The Nigeria LNG Limited has completed the second edition of its highly impactful 2023 #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop, aimed at equipping journalists with cutting-edge
digital communication and social media skills.
.jpg "Participants sit with Andy Odeh, NLNG’s GM, External Relations and Sustainable Development (centre), and facilitators from The Journalism Clinic, Dan Mason and Taiwo Obe (Right) at the close of the #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop in Abuja.")
Monday, August 07, 2023
Beware! Don't sale, use non-type approved devices, says NCC - ITREALMS
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has warned traders and other stakeholders about the negative consequences of selling and purchasing phones and telecommunications gadgets that are not type approved by the Commission.
The certification of telecom devices used in the telecom sector is one of the mandates of the NCC as enshrined in the Nigerian Communications Act (2003) whose central objective is the “protection of the rights and interests of consumers.”
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has warned traders and other stakeholders about the negative consequences of selling and purchasing phones and telecommunications gadgets that are not type approved by the Commission.
Fuel subsidy: Konn3ct dangles smart engagement palliative-ITREALMS
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Apparently in response to the removal of fuel subsidies in Nigeria, New Waves Eco-Systems has offered it Konn3ct platform for virtual meeting as an engagement palliative solution for individuals, businesses, and educational institutions to adapt and thrive in the changing times, reports ITREALMS.
The founder and Managing Director of New Waves Eco-Systems, Mr. Femi Williams disclosed this at the weekend, declaring that Konn3ct is the only certified indigenous cloud-based virtual engagement solution in the market today by NITDA.
Apparently in response to the removal of fuel subsidies in Nigeria, New Waves Eco-Systems has offered it Konn3ct platform for virtual meeting as an engagement palliative solution for individuals, businesses, and educational institutions to adapt and thrive in the changing times, reports ITREALMS.
Second new gTLDs: Another chance for African registrars? - ITREALMS
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ICANN board in 98 recommendations:
Obviously in compliance with the direction of the Board of Directors of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) at its meeting during the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancún, Mexico; where some 98 recommendations were adopted regarding the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Policy Development Process Final Report as set forth in Section A of the Scorecard: Subsequent Procedures (SubPro PDP), the ICANN organization (org), kick-started the preliminary preparations to ensure official proclamation by August 1, 2023, including outreach engagement to stakeholders.
The ICANN76 meeting that held between March 11 and 16, 2023, thus set in motion the commencement of the implementation process for the next round of new generic top-level domains (gTLDs).
ICANN board in 98 recommendations:
Obviously in compliance with the direction of the Board of Directors of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) at its meeting during the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancún, Mexico; where some 98 recommendations were adopted regarding the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Policy Development Process Final Report as set forth in Section A of the Scorecard: Subsequent Procedures (SubPro PDP), the ICANN organization (org), kick-started the preliminary preparations to ensure official proclamation by August 1, 2023, including outreach engagement to stakeholders.
Sunday, August 06, 2023
ITW promises exciting digital infrastructure week in Kenya - ITREALMS
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The digital infrastructure industry promises to take centre stage as Nairobi hosts Africa’s first International Telecommunications Week, reports ITREALMS.
The ITW Africa, the leading platform for digital infrastructure and connectivity professionals, is set to unlock immense opportunities within the African market. This highly anticipated event will bring together industry leaders, decision-makers, and experts to explore the vast potential of Africa's digital infrastructure and connectivity landscape.
The digital infrastructure industry promises to take centre stage as Nairobi hosts Africa’s first International Telecommunications Week, reports ITREALMS.
Adeleke kickstarts OBGI, set for new MOUs with SMEDAN, NEPZA - ITREALMS
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Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has kickstarted the Osun State Business Growth Initiative (OBGI) through strategic partnership with federal and international organisations and agencies, reports ITREALMS.
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has kickstarted the Osun State Business Growth Initiative (OBGI) through strategic partnership with federal and international organisations and agencies, reports ITREALMS.
In line with his commitment to transform Osun from a civil service state to a business and industrial state, the Governor in Abuja in the last two days directed the hosting of two top flight meetings to address business Growth and industrial foundation for Osun State.
Subsidy removal: Makinde unveils economic recovery plans - ITREALMS
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The Oyo State governor, 'Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, has unveiled a short-term plan of his administration to mitigate the effects of the fuel subsidy removal on residents of the state, saying that his administration will continue to put the interest of the people first.
The governor, who gave this indication in a state-wide broadcast, maintained that food security, transportation and the sectors are among the immediate areas being targeted by the government to alleviate the economic difficulties facing residents of the state.
This was as the governor directed civil servants to resume to their duty posts on Monday, as his government will pay the two months deductions owed the workers with their August salary, while it will also explore further options on dialogue.
He noted that the government remained open to parleying with labour to ensure that the rights of the workers of Oyo State are protected.
He encouraged the union leaders to return to the negotiating table to discuss any increases in salary or possible harmonisation of pension payments.
Governor Makinde had, earlier in June 2023, announced measures to cushion the hardship faced by the people following the removal of fuel subsidy, including increasing the number of Omituntun Buses on various routes in Ibadan, the state capital and reduction of fares for all residents, including senior citizens and students, who were to pay half prices.
The governor, on Saturday, however, stated that in line with his promise to do more, the administration has arrived at decisions, which will benefit a majority of the people in the state, while it continues to explore other measures.
He said: "I am addressing you today to share our short-term plans, which will play a huge role in alleviating the effects of the removal of fuel subsidies and the resultant economic difficulties being faced by our people. You will recall that on June 9, 2023, following the removal of fuel subsidy, we announced measures to be taken to cushion the effect of the removal.
"We gave directives that the number of Omituntun Buses on various routes in Ibadan should be increased and that commuters must pay a reduced fare on these buses. Additionally, our senior citizens and students should board the buses at half price. We have received feedback that this immediate action has benefited our people.
"We promised that more will be done. Our plan has always been to roll out sustainable actions in keeping with our promise of sustainable development under Omituntun 2.0. Having been in government for the first four years, we know it is easier to make promises than to keep them.
"After wide consultations, we have arrived at decisions that we believe will be of the most benefit to the good people of Oyo State. In reaching these decisions, we considered the importance of using these economic packages to stimulate our economy and bring about sustainable development."
The governor, who maintained that the short-term plans tagged the Sustainable Actions for Economic Recovery (SAfER) will target the poorest of the poor and the vulnerable and ensure a softer landing for them, said the action plans would also ease the burden of transportation for all residents and the civil servants and also address the challenges of food security.
He stated that under the SAfEr package, agropreneurs trained under the Youth Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Project (YEAP), who have established agribusinesses will receive enterprise support of five hundred million naira (N500,000,000), while small businesses will benefit from low-interest-rate loans with the provision of five hundred million naira (N500,000,000) facility.
He added that the state government is already updating its social register to capture 200,000 of the poorest of the poor, who will be provided with food relief packages and that 100,000 health insurance packages will be rolled out for the vulnerable in the society.
According to the governor, the services of the Omituntun Mass Transit Buses will be extended to cover inter-city routes across all the five zones of the state and that more Buses will be provided for the transportation of civil servants in the state.
"Let me now share details of our SAfER package. Following the pattern of our actions during the COVID-19 pandemic,we are updating our social register to include two hundred thousand (200,000) of the poorest of the poor. These will be provided with immediate food relief packages. As usual, we will ensure transparency in the registration process so that only those who qualify will get this immediate relief.
"We will be providing health insurance for 100,000 of our most vulnerable citizens. We will be paying their one-year health insurance premium under the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA) scheme so that they have access to quality healthcare without paying out of pocket.
"The Omituntun Busservice will be extended to cover inter-city routes from Ibadan to all other zones of Oyo State. Details of their routes will be released in the coming weeks. So, we will have buses going from Ibadan to Ibarapa, Ibadan to Ogbomoso, Ibadan to Oke-Ogun and Ibadan to Oyo. The fares will be kept at low rates, while our senior citizens and students will board the buses at half price.
"Our farmers have not been left out. To ensure food security, we will be distributing additional inputs to 10,000 farmers. This is in addition to the input support being provided under the World Bank assisted OYS-CARES programme. Further details will be released through the relevant agencies in the coming weeks.
"Our youth agropreneurs who were trained under the Youth Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Project (YEAP) and have established businesses will also have an opportunity to contribute to food security and sustainable development as they will receive enterprise support of five hundred million naira (N500,000,000) under the SAfER package. They will get further directives on how they will benefit from the relevant agencies.
"We have also resolved to assist small businesses to stay afloat through low-interest-rate loans with the provision of a five hundred million naira (N500,000,000) facility. Our traders, artisans and other small business operators can apply for these loans through designated micro-finance banks. Details of how they may enroll for and access these loans will be announced by the relevant agencies.
"Tertiary institution students in Oyo State will board the Omituntun Buses at half price upon showing their school identity card. We will also be meeting with the student leaders of tertiary institutions in Oyo State to agree on further measures which will be added to the SAfER package for students," he added.
Addressing the protest and blockage of entry points into the Secretariat, the governor stated that his government has been one of the states that are favourably committed to workers' welfare since he assumed office in 2019, saying: "We have paid all civil servants’ salaries and pensions on or before the 25th of every month without fail. And since January 2020, we have paid the minimum wage and consequential adjustments to all cadres of civil servants every month without fail.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Oyo State Governor, Sulaimon Olanrewaju in a press statement available to ITREALMS, also quoted Gov. Makinde as saying, "Presently, the civil servants’ wage bill stands at N7.2 billion monthly. We have continued to pay this despite having a state revenue of just below N10 billion monthly. It is, therefore, clear to understand why any increase in salaries or pensions may not be possible at this time.
He, however, announced that apart from the payment of the cooperatives deduction to be effected and paid with August salaries, the government will increase the number of buses made available for civil servants to commute to and from work from 9 to 12, so that more routes are covered to lessen the transportation burden of workers.
He further stated that the government will pay the health insurance premium for all pensioners under the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA) scheme and that any pensioner who already made payment will be refunded.
He equally stated that the government will resume the monthly payment of gratuities to pensioners so as to continue to clear the backlog of gratuity payments inherited by our administration.
The Oyo State governor, 'Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, has unveiled a short-term plan of his administration to mitigate the effects of the fuel subsidy removal on residents of the state, saying that his administration will continue to put the interest of the people first.
This was as the governor directed civil servants to resume to their duty posts on Monday, as his government will pay the two months deductions owed the workers with their August salary, while it will also explore further options on dialogue.
He noted that the government remained open to parleying with labour to ensure that the rights of the workers of Oyo State are protected.
He encouraged the union leaders to return to the negotiating table to discuss any increases in salary or possible harmonisation of pension payments.
Governor Makinde had, earlier in June 2023, announced measures to cushion the hardship faced by the people following the removal of fuel subsidy, including increasing the number of Omituntun Buses on various routes in Ibadan, the state capital and reduction of fares for all residents, including senior citizens and students, who were to pay half prices.
The governor, on Saturday, however, stated that in line with his promise to do more, the administration has arrived at decisions, which will benefit a majority of the people in the state, while it continues to explore other measures.
He said: "I am addressing you today to share our short-term plans, which will play a huge role in alleviating the effects of the removal of fuel subsidies and the resultant economic difficulties being faced by our people. You will recall that on June 9, 2023, following the removal of fuel subsidy, we announced measures to be taken to cushion the effect of the removal.
"We gave directives that the number of Omituntun Buses on various routes in Ibadan should be increased and that commuters must pay a reduced fare on these buses. Additionally, our senior citizens and students should board the buses at half price. We have received feedback that this immediate action has benefited our people.
"We promised that more will be done. Our plan has always been to roll out sustainable actions in keeping with our promise of sustainable development under Omituntun 2.0. Having been in government for the first four years, we know it is easier to make promises than to keep them.
"After wide consultations, we have arrived at decisions that we believe will be of the most benefit to the good people of Oyo State. In reaching these decisions, we considered the importance of using these economic packages to stimulate our economy and bring about sustainable development."
The governor, who maintained that the short-term plans tagged the Sustainable Actions for Economic Recovery (SAfER) will target the poorest of the poor and the vulnerable and ensure a softer landing for them, said the action plans would also ease the burden of transportation for all residents and the civil servants and also address the challenges of food security.
He stated that under the SAfEr package, agropreneurs trained under the Youth Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Project (YEAP), who have established agribusinesses will receive enterprise support of five hundred million naira (N500,000,000), while small businesses will benefit from low-interest-rate loans with the provision of five hundred million naira (N500,000,000) facility.
He added that the state government is already updating its social register to capture 200,000 of the poorest of the poor, who will be provided with food relief packages and that 100,000 health insurance packages will be rolled out for the vulnerable in the society.
According to the governor, the services of the Omituntun Mass Transit Buses will be extended to cover inter-city routes across all the five zones of the state and that more Buses will be provided for the transportation of civil servants in the state.
"Let me now share details of our SAfER package. Following the pattern of our actions during the COVID-19 pandemic,we are updating our social register to include two hundred thousand (200,000) of the poorest of the poor. These will be provided with immediate food relief packages. As usual, we will ensure transparency in the registration process so that only those who qualify will get this immediate relief.
"We will be providing health insurance for 100,000 of our most vulnerable citizens. We will be paying their one-year health insurance premium under the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA) scheme so that they have access to quality healthcare without paying out of pocket.
"The Omituntun Busservice will be extended to cover inter-city routes from Ibadan to all other zones of Oyo State. Details of their routes will be released in the coming weeks. So, we will have buses going from Ibadan to Ibarapa, Ibadan to Ogbomoso, Ibadan to Oke-Ogun and Ibadan to Oyo. The fares will be kept at low rates, while our senior citizens and students will board the buses at half price.
"Our farmers have not been left out. To ensure food security, we will be distributing additional inputs to 10,000 farmers. This is in addition to the input support being provided under the World Bank assisted OYS-CARES programme. Further details will be released through the relevant agencies in the coming weeks.
"Our youth agropreneurs who were trained under the Youth Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Project (YEAP) and have established businesses will also have an opportunity to contribute to food security and sustainable development as they will receive enterprise support of five hundred million naira (N500,000,000) under the SAfER package. They will get further directives on how they will benefit from the relevant agencies.
"We have also resolved to assist small businesses to stay afloat through low-interest-rate loans with the provision of a five hundred million naira (N500,000,000) facility. Our traders, artisans and other small business operators can apply for these loans through designated micro-finance banks. Details of how they may enroll for and access these loans will be announced by the relevant agencies.
"Tertiary institution students in Oyo State will board the Omituntun Buses at half price upon showing their school identity card. We will also be meeting with the student leaders of tertiary institutions in Oyo State to agree on further measures which will be added to the SAfER package for students," he added.
Addressing the protest and blockage of entry points into the Secretariat, the governor stated that his government has been one of the states that are favourably committed to workers' welfare since he assumed office in 2019, saying: "We have paid all civil servants’ salaries and pensions on or before the 25th of every month without fail. And since January 2020, we have paid the minimum wage and consequential adjustments to all cadres of civil servants every month without fail.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Oyo State Governor, Sulaimon Olanrewaju in a press statement available to ITREALMS, also quoted Gov. Makinde as saying, "Presently, the civil servants’ wage bill stands at N7.2 billion monthly. We have continued to pay this despite having a state revenue of just below N10 billion monthly. It is, therefore, clear to understand why any increase in salaries or pensions may not be possible at this time.
He, however, announced that apart from the payment of the cooperatives deduction to be effected and paid with August salaries, the government will increase the number of buses made available for civil servants to commute to and from work from 9 to 12, so that more routes are covered to lessen the transportation burden of workers.
He further stated that the government will pay the health insurance premium for all pensioners under the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA) scheme and that any pensioner who already made payment will be refunded.
He equally stated that the government will resume the monthly payment of gratuities to pensioners so as to continue to clear the backlog of gratuity payments inherited by our administration.
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