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 Republic of Congo holds presidential election, internet disruption reported Internet connectivity across the Republic of Congo was disrupted on Sunday as voters cast ballots in a presidential election, global internet watchdog NetBlocks said. Network data indicated a nation-scale disruption to internet access, the watchdog said on X. A similar near-total nationwide internet blackout was recorded during the country’s March 2021 presidential election, lasting about three days, according to NetBlocks. Polls opened at 6 am (0500GMT) in the country’s presidential election and will remain open until 6 pm (1700GMT). More than 2.6 million registered voters aged 18 and above are eligible to cast their ballots. President Denis Sassou Nguesso seeks re-election A candidate with an absolute majority will be declared the winner of the elections, or in an unlikely event, a run-off will be called between the two top candidates, AA reported. Incumbent President Denis Sassou Nguesso first took powe...

KADUNA GOV. UBA SANI PROPOSES N790BN 2025 BUDGET,WITH EDUCATION LEADING PRIORITY AREAS.(PHOTO).


 Kaduna Governor Uba Sani Proposes N790bn 2025 Budget, with Education Leading Priority Areas


Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has presented a proposed N790 billion budget for 2025, focusing on infrastructure, human capital development, security, and agriculture. The budget is divided into N553 billion for capital expenditure and N237 billion for recurrent costs, reflecting a strategic approach amid financial challenges. Education receives the largest allocation of N206.6 billion (26.14%), earmarked for new schools, teacher recruitment, and learning materials.


Other sectors include Health (N127 billion or 16.07%), Infrastructure (N106 billion or 13.14%), and Agriculture (N74 billion or 9.36%). Security is allocated N11.2 billion to enhance state security efforts. Social welfare programs will receive N9.8 billion to support vulnerable groups.


Governor Sani outlined the budget as part of a broader commitment to drive inclusive growth, improve infrastructure, and create jobs. He thanked stakeholders for their support and called for legislative backing to ensure the budget’s successful implementation. The 2025 budget is expected to play a key role in transforming Kaduna into a more prosperous and equitable state.

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