Usually, most formats are acceptable, but you want to choose a date format that leaves no room for error. Try writing out the month, so there is no confusion about which number is the date and which is the month. You will notice that there are several areas that need to be filled that we will be referring to in this tutorial. This section is important because it requires you to fill in the date you wish the check to be cashed. Filling out a check properly is a simple process, and can be done in six easy steps. If…
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In a surprising twist to the ongoing political saga in Rivers State, 27 members of the State House of Assembly have officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move, confirmed by Assembly member Enemi George to Channels Television, was executed under the leadership of Martin Amaewhule during their Monday morning sitting. The defection comes amid a protracted Speakership tussle involving Martin Amaewhule and Edison Ehie, with both figures embroiled in a power struggle. Amaewhule, reportedly aligned with ex-governor Nyesom Wike, and Ehie, known to be in Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s camp, have been…
President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a significant journey from Abuja to the Borno state capital, Maiduguri. Departing from the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Monday morning at approximately ten-thirty-five, this marks his first visit to the northeastern region since assuming office. The purpose of his visit is to attend the Nigerian Army Annual Conference, where President Tinubu holds the esteemed position of Special Guest of Honour. According to Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, the Opening Ceremony will encompass several key activities. These include delivering an address to the troops of the…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has provided clarification on the recent shortage of naira notes in the country, addressing concerns raised by bank customers about the scarcity at various banking channels. In an official statement from the Corporate Communications Department of the CBN, the apex bank attributed the apparent currency scarcity to substantial cash withdrawals by Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) from different CBN branches. Additionally, panic withdrawals by bank customers at Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), Points of Sale (PoS), and Bureaux de Change (BDCs) have contributed to the situation. Contrary to the perceived shortage, the CBN emphasized that there…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has attributed its failure to transmit approximately 4,900MW of generated electricity to challenges stemming from vandalism and deteriorating infrastructure. This disclosure was made by Dr. Thomas Inugonum, TCN’s General Manager for Port Harcourt Region, during a press conference in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Sunday. Inugonum highlighted that despite possessing the capacity to transmit 8,100MW out of the total 13,000MW generated, the existing limitations were due to aging and feeble infrastructure. He emphasized, “Our capability should ideally reach 15,000MW, but aging infrastructure, some over 50 years old, prevents us from meeting this potential.” Expressing…
In a recent development, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) take measures to address the country’s soaring inflation rate by raising interest rates in its upcoming Monetary Policy Committee meeting. During a press conference held on Thursday, Julie Kozack, the Director of the Communications Department at the IMF, highlighted the need for action in light of Nigeria’s persistently high inflation. Transcripts of this crucial conference were subsequently made public on the IMF website on Saturday. Kozack underscored the impact of the CBN’s strategy to withdraw surplus liquidity from the system, attributing it…
Bishop Matthew Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto urged Nigerian youths on Saturday to consider migrating abroad if they wish to but highlighted that they would eventually recognize Nigeria’s need for them. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of Veritas University, Bishop Kukah encouraged young people to explore opportunities abroad while emphasizing the importance of creating a conducive environment within the country for healthy competition. Bishop Kukah acknowledged the vastness of Nigeria and expressed confidence that those who choose to migrate would realize the country’s need for their skills and contributions. He assured them that settling abroad could be a…
All 109 senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria have collectively donated their one-month salaries, totaling N109 million, to the victims affected by the recent drone mishap in Tudun Biri, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, conveyed this generous gesture during a visit to the Kaduna Government House, where he led a high-profile delegation of the Senate. The senators were warmly received by Kaduna State Governor Senator Uba Sani. In a statement released by Senator Barau’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, it was confirmed that the…
In a significant move aimed at reducing the cost of cooking gas nationwide, the Nigerian Federal Government has opted to waive customs duty and value-added tax (VAT) on the importation of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, and its related equipment. The decision, conveyed in a letter dated November 28, 2023, addressed to various officials, including the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), and the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), was signed by Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy.…
Paul Dean, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Arms Control, Deterrence, and Stability at the U.S. State Department, held discussions with journalists in West Africa, shedding light on the groundbreaking initiative titled the “Political Declaration on Responsible Military Use of Artificial Intelligence and Autonomy.” Mr. Dean emphasized the declaration’s significance, having garnered support from 47 partners, including African nations such as Liberia, Malawi, Morocco, and Libya. The initiative is designed to provide guidance for the responsible development and utilization of military applications of AI and autonomy. It comprises ten specific measures aimed at minimizing risks and fostering global…
Reta Jo Lewis, President and Chair of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), has announced the recent approval of a resolution by the EXIM Board of Directors. The resolution focuses on funding applications for the export of U.S. small modular reactor (SMR) systems and components. This significant announcement was highlighted in a White House fact sheet and showcased at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28). The resolution, coupled with an accompanying Toolkit document, outlines how EXIM’s distinctive financing tools can play a crucial role in supporting the export of U.S. SMR designs, providing substantial and flexible…
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has pledged a $24 million equity investment in Miro Forestry Developments Limited (Miro) to enhance the company’s sustainable forestry and timber processing initiatives on degraded land in West Africa. This strategic investment aligns with DFC’s commitment to nature-based solutions, establishing the agency as an innovator in the field. Leveraging a diverse toolkit, including political risk insurance, loans, technical assistance, and equity investments, DFC is actively contributing to nature-based solutions as part of its broader efforts to combat climate change, sequester carbon, fortify communities against climate impacts, and safeguard vulnerable ecosystems. The infusion of…