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The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and representative of the Bende Federal Constituency, Rt Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has provided financial assistance to support indigent and vulnerable individuals within the Bende community. The initiative introduced by the Deputy Speaker, known as the "Family Support Grant for Rural Dwellers," is a financial assistance program designed to alleviate the hardships faced by vulnerable populations throughout the 13 wards in the constituency. The family support grant aimed at rural residents was launched on Friday in Akanu Item, providing assistance to over 1,200 individuals who benefited from the substantial funds allocated for this initiative. Speaking to newsmen on the grant distribution, Mr. Emma Trumps Eke, Director General, Benjamin Kalu Foundation, said the generosity by the Deputy Speaker is scheduled to run on a monthly basis and phases. "My principal said he's going to run this over a period of time, so on a monthly basis, a different set of people selected by the traditional rulers, president generals of these communities, political leaders, other stakeholders and of course our structure, Hon Benjamin Kalu Movement will also have input." Eke said Speaking on the selection process, Eke said 80 people were chosen from every federal ward of the constituency and it was done in a way to boost the philanthropic effort of the Deputy Speaker. He revealed that some legislative aides from the constituency contributed to Benjamin Kalu family support grant for rural dwellers in the little way they can from their monthly salary. "In view of this current economic situation, the Deputy Speaker came out with this noble idea of family support grant for rural dwellers. For people living in the rural areas, the grant can help you start petty trading and the multiplier effect, if properly harnessed, will put food on their table. There are legislative aides who said out of what they are earning, they are also giving back. We're looking at about 1,200 persons to receive this grant today," Eke added. Also speaking, the state woman leader of Benjamin Kalu Foundation, Lady Philomena Ikwuegu told newsmen that the kind gesture means a lot to the beneficiaries especially in these hard times. "One of them was so excited because he has not received such in these hard times," Lady Philomena said. The beneficiaries expressed their profound gratitude to the Deputy Speaker for his benevolence. One of the beneficiaries, Chief Ihendu John Ogba said; "I want to thank him, let him continue, by the grace of God, the next time, he is going to be the senator of this senatorial zone. One good turn deserves another". Another beneficiary, Mrs. Comfort Chukwu thanked the Deputy Speaker, saying that she plans to use her share to invest in her farm land for increased cultivation. On her part, Mrs Mba Ijeoma Precious, a petty trader from Apanu Item expressed joy after receiving her share and said it will boost her petty trade. "I'm very excited to receive this amount of money, as a petty trader, I will use this money to support my business. This money is even given without minding your political affiliation. May God bless Hon Benjamin Kalu and give him the strength to do more," she said

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Legislation Aiming to Promote Responsible Resource Management and Improve Revenue Generation Passes Second Reading. The House of Representatives has passed the second reading of consolidated legislation aimed at repealing the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2007. This new initiative seeks to establish a revised Fiscal Responsibility Act for 2024, which will focus on the careful management of the nation’s resources, promote long-term macroeconomic stability, and enhance accountability and transparency in fiscal operations over the medium term. The second reading of the consolidated Bills was sponsored by the Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu and six others to enhance economic stability and strengthen the management of financial resources. Leading the debate on its general principles on behalf of the Deputy Speaker, other sponsors and co-sponsors, Hon. Marcus Onobun said the bill aims to address loopholes in the existing framework and equip the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) with the tools necessary for effective enforcement and revenue generation. He said, "I am honoured to lead the debate on the general principles of these important consolidated Bills which seek to amend the Fiscal Responsibility Act, No. 31 of 2007 on one hand and also to repeal the Fiscal Responsibility Act, No. 31 of 2007 and to enact the Fiscal Responsibility Act, 2024 to provide for prudent management of the nation’s resources; ensure long term macro-economic stability of the nation’s economy; secure greater accountability and transparency in fiscal operations within the medium term fiscal policy framework; and the establishment of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission to ensure the promotion and enforcement of the nation’s economic objectives. These Bills were read the first time, in this hallowed chamber on different days. "The Fiscal Responsibility Act, 2007, which has been in operation for over one and half decade now, has been observed and found to contain certain loopholes and weaknesses which have hampered its effective and efficient operation and the smooth achievement of its intendment. It is important to note that the extant Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2007 comprise 57 sections, structured into 14 Parts with one Schedule. The Act lists Corporations and Government-Owned Enterprises (GOEs) directly covered by the Act. Between the time of enactment and now, many other agencies have been added to or removed from the list by pursuant to reviews undertaken by Ministers of Finance therefore bringing the total to 68 Corporations and GOEs. These additions have necessitated the review of over 47 sections of the extant Act. "Again, the contemplated review of the extant Act, proposes a review of the powers of the Commission under section 2. This Bill seeks to expand the powers of the Commission, to among other proposed powers include conferring the Commission with direct prosecutorial powers. This will greatly enhance the powers of the Commission to effectively enforce the provisions of the Act, especially in collaboration with anti-corruption agencies. It is important to note that without the contemplated prosecutorial powers, the Commission remains a mere toothless bull dog. Mr. Speaker, Honourable Colleagues, considering the severe setbacks being suffered by the Commission in carrying out its mandate due to paucity or dearth of funds and shortfalls in monthly allocations, section 4 of this Bill proposes provisions to improve the Commission’s funding for greater service delivery. Sections 50-52 of the Bill proposes elaborate provisions on offences and penalties for the infringements and contraventions of the provisions of the Bill when passed into law. The proposed punishments have been categorized into administrative and penal sanctions."

IPU: Nigeria Advocates for Responsible Artificial Intelligence Usage to Protect Democratic Values - Kalu. Kalu noted that the Federal Government is making strides toward the implementation of the National Artificial Intelligence Policy Framework. In an effort to leverage the capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) while safeguarding democratic principles, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has stated that Nigeria is actively implementing strategies to ensure the responsible application of this technology. On Monday, the Deputy Speaker revealed information while speaking to an array of international delegates during the ongoing 149th General Debate of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). The theme of this year’s debate is "Harnessing Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) for a More Peaceful and Sustainable Future," taking place in Geneva, Switzerland. He said: "Our legislative and executive actions clearly reflect Nigeria's commitment to harnessing STI. In 2022, Nigeria’s parliament passed the Nigeria Startup Act, a landmark legislation aimed at engineering a conducive environment for technology and innovation startups. The Act provides a legal framework that supports innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation in our country, helping STI startups to thrive. This law also emphasizes public-private partnerships, knowledge transfer, and incentives for investments in emerging technologies. "Building on this momentum, under the leadership of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria is now working towards the adoption of a National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Framework. Led by our Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, this policy will pave the way for the ethical use of AI in addressing key challenges, from automating agricultural processes to enhancing healthcare delivery. "We envision a future where AI optimizes wage employment, rather than undermine it, ensuring that automation leads to job creation rather than destruction. "As digital transformation accelerates, the rise of AI brings both opportunities and challenges. In Nigeria, AI is emerging as a powerful tool in sectors such as governance, financial services, and public administration. Yet, as with any technological leap, we must be mindful of the risks. "Artificial Intelligence, while enhancing efficiency, raises concerns about data protection, misinformation, and job displacement. The integrity of universal electoral processes is a global imperative and recent developments in Artificial Intelligence are posing threats to this, especially the spread of disinformation and cyber vulnerabilities in election systems. "Irrespective of this, Nigeria continues to support international efforts to develop inclusive, transparent, and ethical AI frameworks that protect human rights and democratic values. "We call for AI’s responsible use to safeguard the integrity of democratic processes, particularly against threats such as deepfakes and the spread of disinformation".

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New Challenge for LG Autonomy as Soludo Proposes Legislation for Fund Deductions. The proposed legislation aims to compel local government areas (LGAs) to transfer a share of their federal allocations into a unified account managed by the state. There are growing concerns in Anambra State that the local government autonomy, which was recently reaffirmed by the Supreme Court, could encounter challenges due to a new bill introduced by Governor Charles Soludo. On Tuesday, Hon. Henry Mbachu, who represents the Awka South I constituency Labour Party, voiced his worries and called on the governor to retract the bill that has been presented to the Anambra State House of Assembly. Mbachu contended that if the bill were to be enacted, it would enable the state government to access funds designated for local government councils, which could jeopardize their financial autonomy. Governor Soludo stood by the bill, claiming that it aligns with the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy. He encouraged anyone who disagrees with his stance to pursue legal action. The Secretary to the Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Emma Madu, has confirmed that the assembly approved the bill known as the Anambra Local Government Administration Law 2024 on Tuesday. According to the bill, Section 13(1) specifies that the state is required to establish a “State Joint Local Government Account.” All federal allocations intended for Local Government Areas (LGAs) are mandated to be deposited. According to Section 14(3), every Local Government Area (LGA) must remit a certain percentage, as set by the state, to the consolidated account within two business days of obtaining their allocations from the Federation Account. This requirement applies even if the allocations come directly from the Federation Account. Section 14(4) specifies that when the state receives the allocation meant for the LGA, it is required to withhold a designated percentage before transferring the remaining amount to the LGA. In response, Mbachu raised apprehensions regarding the bill's potential negative impact on local government administration. He cautioned that the suggested deductions could limit the capacity of Local Government Areas (LGAs) to independently oversee their federally allocated funds. Mbachu urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to keep a close watch on governors who could potentially hinder advancements in local government elections by pressuring elected chairpersons to funnel funds to the state government.

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