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MDA’s To Undergoes Audit- Federal Character Commission 

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The Federal Character Commission (FCC) has announced plans to commence the auditing of the nominal rolls of federal Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure that they comply with the federal character principles as enshrined in the constitution.

The Executive Chairman of the Commission, Dr. Muheeba Dankaka, disclosed this at the maiden press briefing of the newly inaugurated commission at its national headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday.

She said: “The Commission shall not hesitate to impose discipline measures on any erring staff/ agency. It shall not be business as usual. We all must strive to live above board.

“All government ministries, departments, and agencies must ensure adherence to the principle of Federal Character.

To this extent, the Commission shall soon embark on the audit of the nominal rolls of all government Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) with a view to enforcing the principle of Federal Character without sacrificing merit.

 

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NEDC Disowns Circulating MSc Education Support Fund Application

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Joel Ajayi


The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has warned the public against a fake and unauthorised message circulating on social media about an alleged Education Support Fund for Master’s degree (MSc) students.


The Commission, in a disclaimer signed by its management on Friday, described the purported programme, including its stated requirements and the alleged submission point at the NEDC office in Polo, Maiduguri, as false and unauthorised.


According to the Commission, it is not currently receiving applications for any MSc Education Support Fund as contained in the circulating message.


NEDC therefore urged prospective applicants and other members of the public to disregard the information and avoid submitting personal documents to individuals or locations claiming to be acting on behalf of the Commission.

It specifically cautioned the public against releasing sensitive documents such as National Identification Number (NIN) slips, admission letters, identity cards and indigene certificates in connection with the purported programme.

The Commission further warned the public to remain vigilant against fraudulent schemes and the unauthorised use of NEDC’s name and identity to deceive unsuspecting applicants.

It advised members of the public seeking information on its programmes, interventions and opportunities to rely only on official NEDC communication channels and verified announcements issued by the Commission

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