All state governments are being urged by the Federal Government to ensure that the matching grant provided to them for UBE implementation is used wisely and transparently. Hamid Bobboyi, the Executive Secretary of UBEC, emphasized this during the opening of a six-day training session for Accountants and Auditors of UBEC and SUBEBs in Abuja. He expressed concern over undue pressure state officials may put on financial officers and called on SUBEB officers to resist any attempts to compromise standards. The training was designed to introduce participants to the newly revised accounting manual and enhance their understanding of financial infractions and penalties, crucial for effective service delivery in basic education. According to Bobboyi, the accountability of UBEC and SUBEBs in impl...

Recent images showcasing the aftermath of the helicopter crash that claimed the life of Iranian President, Ebrahim Raisi, have been released. Ebrahim Raisi, along with the country's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, tragically lost their lives when the helicopter they were in crashed in a mountainous region in East Azerbaijan province, amidst foggy weather conditions. Also onboard the ill-fated helicopter were East Azerbaijan Governor Malek Rahmati, and Ayatollah Mohammad Ali Ale-Hashem, the envoy of the Iranian Supreme Leader to East Azerbaijan. The convoy consisted of three helicopters, with two of them transporting ministers and officials. The exact cause of the crash remains unknown as rescue teams continue to operate in the vicinity. Iranian state media outlets such as Me...