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Nigeria is implementing a policy of compulsory data localization for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to improve malaria control efforts. This initiative aims to leverage local data for better public health outcomes.
The Nigerian Senate has warned Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to honor invitations from lawmakers for oversight functions or face sanctions. This warning comes after several MDAs reportedly shunned invitations, prompting the Senate to seek intervention from the SGF and HOS.
Nigerian Representatives are intensifying their probe into fake agencies, issuing a 48-hour ultimatum to Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) that have ignored summons. The panel has also summoned high-profile individuals like Ribadu and Odumegwu-Ojukwu in connection with phantom federal agencies.
The Nigerian Senate has launched an investigation into N34 trillion (approximately $34 billion) in import duty waivers granted by the Federal Government in 2025, which the Customs Service blames for significant revenue losses. The Senate is threatening sanctions for defaulting Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) that fail to provide information regarding these waivers.
Nigeria's Auditor-General has raised concerns about weak internal controls and accountability across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The report highlights a lack of adherence to financial regulations within government institutions.
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of Government Communications, has called on Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to adequately resource information officers. This measure aims to ensure timely responses to requests made under Ghana's Right to Information (RTI) Act.
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has instructed all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to halt the implementation of new policies and regulatory changes. This suspension is in effect until they fully comply with the Regulatory Impact Analysis Framework.
The Nigerian Senate is questioning delays in contractor payments and is advocating for the Federal Government to revert to a system where Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) directly pay contractors.
The Arewa Professional Forum (APF) has urged the Nigerian Federal Government to accelerate the adoption of digital governance and paperless administration across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
The Nigerian Senate has summoned the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and 40 other Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This action is part of a probe into public funds and claims of non-remittance of revenue.
The Nigerian Senate has warned Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) against failing to honor invitations, threatening sanctions and vowing to invoke constitutional powers against defaulting agencies, while also giving the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority two weeks to reconcile financial records.
An article by Adekunle Adekoya discusses the inevitability of the PFIPC issue in Nigeria, attributing it to the country's extensive number of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
The Nigerian Federal Government has directed Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to discontinue the compulsory three-month pre-retirement leave for civil servants. This move eliminates a long-standing practice for government employees.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has intensified efforts to avert a potential pension crisis by mandating full compliance from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
The Rivers State Internal Revenue Service (RIRS) has prohibited unauthorized tax collection across the state and ordered all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to immediately stop direct collection of taxes and government levies.
Nigeria's National Assembly has issued a threat of constitutional sanctions against Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) and Government-Owned Enterprises (GOEs) that defy legislative oversight, citing it as an affront to authority and economic sabotage.
The Nigerian Senate has expressed concern over the non-implementation of its resolutions by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). It is now considering budgetary sanctions against agencies that fail to comply.
The Nigerian House of Representatives has directed the Accountant-General to disclose revenue debts owed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), and to probe fund withdrawals by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
PenCom has issued a July 6 deadline for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to submit the details of their retirees for the new Exit Benefit Scheme, outlining eligibility and implementation procedures.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume called on leaders of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to enhance accountability and cooperation, warning against role confusion between boards and management.
Nigeria's National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) plans to integrate technology solutions developed by National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This initiative aims to foster innovation, create jobs, and utilize the new Innovation Space.
The Federal Ministry of Finance has clarified that capital projects across Nigeria remain active despite concerns over low cash releases to ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). While budget execution rates for some MDAs may appear low, capital project implementation has not been abandoned, the ministry said. The clarification, detailed in a document titled “Deepening Public Understanding of […] The post Capital projects ongoing, not abandoned —Finance Ministry appeared first on Vangu...