News
Senate Backs FCC, Says Underfunding Weakens Constitutional Mandate
Joel Ajayi
The Senate Committee on Federal Character has raised serious concern over the underfunding of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), warning that it is affecting the Commission’s ability to carry out its constitutional responsibilities.
In a statement signed on Teusday by the Spokesperson, Federal character commission Ademola Lawrence reveal this during the 2026 budget defence at the National Assembly, when the Executive Chairman of the FCC, Hon. Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, presented a proposed budget of ₦6.5 billion and explained that limited funding has reduced the Commission’s capacity to properly monitor and enforce compliance across more than 700 Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
She stressed that without adequate funding, the Commission cannot effectively ensure fairness, balance, and equal representation in federal appointments and public service.
“We are appealing to the Senate to support improved funding for the Commission. Federal Character is a constitutional duty, and we must be equipped to enforce it effectively for the good of national unity,” she said.
Chairman of the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Intergovernmental Affairs, Senator Allwell Heacho, described the funding gap as a serious setback.
“Federal Character is not optional. It is backed by the Constitution. The Commission responsible for enforcing it must be properly funded to deliver,” he stated.
He assured that the Senate Committee is committed to supporting the FCC to strengthen its operations and improve accountability across government institutions.
With support now coming from both the Senate and House Committees, the FCC is set to push for stronger enforcement and better service delivery nationwide
News
FCC Strengthens Global Ties with Proposed UAE Digital Investment Deal
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Character Commission (FCC) has begun discussions with an international investment delegation on possible collaboration to strengthen its digital systems and improve service delivery.
The Executive Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, received the delegation led by Mr. Michael Gale, Founder and Group CEO of Al Liwan Group Limited, from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, at the FCC Headquarters in Abuja.
Speaking during the meeting, Hon. Omidiran emphasized that technology is essential to effective governance.
“Strengthening our digital infrastructure will help the Commission improve monitoring, ensure better compliance with the Federal Character principle, and enhance transparency in carrying out our constitutional responsibilities,” she said.
The engagement focused on exploring practical partnership models that could support the Commission’s digital upgrade, institutional efficiency, and improved public service delivery.In his remarks, Mr. Gale commended the Commission’s reform direction.
“Institutions that adopt modern digital systems are better positioned to deliver measurable results. We are encouraged by the Commission’s vision and look forward to exploring areas of sustainable collaboration,” he stated.
The proposed partnership aligns with the Commission’s ongoing efforts to modernize its operations, strengthen accountability, and use technology to support fair and equitable representation across the federation.
-
Featured7 years agoLampard Names New Chelsea Manager
-
Featured6 years agoFG To Extends Lockdown In FCT, Lagos Ogun states For 7days
-
Featured6 years agoChildren Custody: Court Adjourns Mike Ezuruonye, Wife’s Case To April 7
-
Featured7 years agoNYSC Dismisses Report Of DG’s Plan To Islamize Benue Orientation Camp
-
Featured4 years agoTransfer Saga: How Mikel Obi Refused to compensate me After I Linked Him Worth $4m Deal In Kuwait SC – Okafor
-
Sports3 years ago
TINUBU LAMBAST DELE MOMODU
-
News1 year agoZulu to Super Eagles B team, President Tinubu is happy with you
-
Featured6 years ago
Board urges FG to establish one-stop rehabilitation centres in 6 geopolitical zones
