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ECOWAS Parliament: Nigeria Presents Situation Report Commits To Peace, Regional Integration
By Gloria Ikibah.
Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to promoting peace, market liberalization, women and youth engagement in meaningful activities and regional integration in the West African Sub-region.
Member of Nigeria’s Delegation to the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States ECOWAS, Hon. Osita Ngwu, gave the assurance during the presentation of Nigeria’s Country Report at the ongoing 2024 first ordinary session on Monday in Abuja.
The Situation report featured Nigeria’s progress and challenges in the areas of political, security, economic, and human rights situation, as well as status of implementation of ECOWAS text which includes the protocol relating to the community levy, free movement of persons and goods within the member countries and supplementary act on Gender rights equality for sustainable development in the ECOWAS region.
Presenting the report, Senator Ngwu noted that the political situation in Nigeria, under President Bola Tinubu’s administration which he described as inclusive and reconciliatory government is stable.
The report also emphasized President Tinubu’s effort to involve all stakeholders in decision-making processes such as economic policies, security, poverty eradication, youth unemployment and review of public salaries and wages.
He said: “May I strongly and confidently inform you, that Mr. President’s “Renewed Hope” agenda is gradually surmounting the security challenges confronting the country as well as stabilizing the monetary system. The Government is also making a profound investment in infrastructure such as roads, railway projects, housing”.
With regards to security in Nigerian, Ngeu stated that the Nigerian is working closely with regional and international partners to address the nation’s security challenges and strengthen the capacity of security agencies through the provision of adequate military equipment, training, additional manpower, surveillance facilities and security information gathering and sharing.
Considering the Economy, the report affirmed that the Nigerian economy is gradually stabilizing, with its focus on diversification.
He noted that the Nigerian government has been implementing various reforms to improve the business environment and attract foreign investment with several positive economic policy reforms in areas that includes the removal of fuel subsidy, which is expected to free up over N1 trillion.
According to the report, Economic Growth Forecast is expected to grow by 3.76 per cent in 2024 despite current economic challenges, even as he noted they President Tinubu Inaugurated the Economic Council, the Unification of the Naira, among others.
On Human Rights Situation in Nigeria, the report emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to upholding human rights with steps taken to strengthen the rule of law and promote accountability.
Despite efforts made to address challenges such as gender equality, discrimination and access to justice, the Nigerian delegates acknowledged that there were still areas relating to the protection of civil liberties, freedom of expression, peaceful demonstration and the right of marginalized group that needed to be looked into.
The report however disclosed that government was working assiduously to address these challenges through legal reforms, awareness campaigns and orientations.
Responding to the report Members of Parliament faulted the low representation of women in parliament especially as the 30% representation as allowed by the ECOWAS Parliament is not met by Nigerian.
Other issues raised were the issues if high foreign exchange rates and the non availability of dollars in commercial banks
Enugu State Government has hailed the Government of the Republic of Finland for the arrest of the Finland-based leader of the criminal gang, Autopilots, Simon Ekpa, describing him as a common criminal, con man, and terrorist, who has no interest of Igbo people at heart.
The government also described Ekpa as a murderer and fraudster, who delights in killing his people and living large off their misery, saying that Enugu State was ready and willing to provide evidence of Ekpa-sponsored atrocities against Ndigbo to aid his trial and conviction, whether in Finland or Nigeria.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, on Friday.
“The Enugu State Government welcomes the arrest of the Finland-based terrorist, Simon Ekpa.
“His arrest and trial will no doubt go a long way in strengthening peace, security, and stability in all parts of the South East.
“This arrest is in line with the demand of Governor Peter Mbah Administration, which has repeatedly made it known that Ekpa is a megalomaniac, common criminal, murderer, and fraudster, who takes joy in feeding fat on the manipulated emotions of Ndigbo and inflicting misery on the South East region.
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“Ekpa has for long, and unfortunately from Finland, made a living by creating a siege climate and mentality in the South East, destroying lives, property, and the Igbo trademark of entrepreneurship and hard work. He thrives on manipulating, exploiting, and extorting the people on the pretext of fighting for their interest and for the restoration of Biafra,” the government said.
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“Men Need To Submit Too”, says Pastor Olumide, Quotes Bible Passage To Back His Statement (Video)
A pastor has stated that submission in a marriage is not a requirement for women alone.
Pastor Olumide Emmanuel explained that a Christian marriage is not based on “culture” but on the teachings of the kingdom and as a result, men should respect their wives’ opinions and superior judgment and submit when appropriate.
He said: “Men, I will tell you for free, respect a woman’s sensitivity if you want to do well in life.
“Ask any married man that will be honest with you, there are things that if we did not listen to our wife we’d be in trouble by now. And there are times that we didn’t listen, we enter trouble.
“So if you’re a young person now, don’t let Africa kill you. ‘I’m a man of this house, I’m a man of this house, you can’t tell me what to do’. Forget that nonsense.
“Marriage is not an African culture, it’s a kingdom culture and in the kingdom the bible says, submitting yourself one to another. Mutual submission is a kingdom agenda for the marriage.
“So there are times you need to submit to your wife. Submit to your woman.”
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The black market dollar to Naira exchange rate on Friday 22 November 2024 can be accessed below.
NewsOnline Nigeria has obtained the official naira black market exchange rate in Nigeria today including the Black Market rates, Bureau De Change (BDC), and CBN rates. Please note that the exchange rate is subject to hourly fluctuations influenced by the supply and demand of dollars in the market. As of now, you can purchase 1 dollar at a certain rate now, however, it’s important to remember that the rate can shift (either upwards or downwards) within hours.
How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market?
Dollar to naira exchange rate today black market (Aboki dollar rate):
According to Bureau De Change (BDC) sources, the exchange rate for a dollar to naira at Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) players bought a dollar for N1710 and sold it for N1750 on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Please note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not recognize the parallel market (black market), as it has directed individuals who want to engage in Forex to approach their respective banks.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Today
Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) Black Market Exchange Rate Today
Buying Rate N1730
Selling Rate N1740
Dollar to Naira CBN Rate Today
Dollar to Naira (USD to NGN) CBN Rate Today
Buying Rate N1745
Selling Rate N1750
Please note that the rates you buy or sell forex may be different from what is captured in this article because prices vary.
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