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‘FG Got N2.94trn Non-Oil Income In 2020’

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The Federal Government earned N2.94 trillion as non-oil income in 2020 with transportation and haulage accounting for nearly half of the non-oil income for the year.
A report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on non-oil income obtained yesterday showed that the country earned N1.387 trillion from transportation and haulage, representing 47.2 per cent of the total income segment. The non-oil income included Company Income Taxes (CIT) and Value Added Tax (VAT).
Further breakdown showed that other manufacturing earned the country N245.72 billion, N342 billion came from professional services and telecommunications, N10.202 billion from agriculture, N6.09 billion from automobile and assemblies while banks and financially institutions generated N121.1 billion.
Also, another report on sectoral distribution of  VAT for the fourth quarter,  showed that the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) collected VAT worth N454.69 billion in fourth quarter of last year, 7.06 per cent increase over N424.71 billion earned in third quarter 2020.
The report indicated that the performance in fourth quarter 2020 represented 47.39 per cent above N308.48 billion generated in fourth quarter of theh previous year.
According to NBS, out of the total amount generated in fourth quarter 2020, N212.52 billion was generated as non-import VAT while N143.35 billion was generated as non-import VAT for foreign. The balance of N98.81 billion was generated as Nigeria Customs Service-import VAT.
The document indicated that professional services generated the highest amount of VAT with N42.38 billion, followed by other manufacturing with N39.45 billion, commercial and trading generated N21.15 billion while mining, pioneering and textile and garment industry recorded N58.88 million, N185.72 million and N353.75 million.
The NBS said  in another document that sectoral distribution of CIT data for fourth quarter 2020 reflected that N295.72 billion was generated as CIT in fourth quarter 2020 as against N416.01 billion in third quarter 2020 and N362.01 billion in fourth quarter 2019 representing -28.91 per cent decrease quarter-on-quarter and -18.31 per cent decrease year-on-year.
The data added that professional services including telecoms generated the highest amount of CIT with N32.17 billion generated and closely followed by other manufacturing, N25.64 billion, commercial and trading, N19.41 billion while textile and garment industry, mining and local government councils recorded N104.37 million, N136.99 million, and N298.73 million respectively.
According to the NBS, out of the total amount generated in fourth quarter 2020, N162.0 billion was generated as CIT locally while N63.52 billion was generated from foreign CIT payment.
The balance of N70.20 billion was generated as CIT from other payments.

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MoneyPoint Empowers Pharmacists With Payment Solutions 

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MoniePoint Inc. a digital financial firm in Nigeria, has said it is empowering community pharmacists across the country with innovative payment solutions to improve access to drugs.
The financial firm said it had also provided loans for pharmacists under the aegis of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) to drive healthcare delivery in the country.
MoniePoint in a release titled, “Inside Nigeria’s community pharmacies: How Moniepoint drives healthcare access with payments and funding”, has reaffirmed its commitment to providing digital payment solutions to improve health outcomes in Nigeria.
The release examined how community pharmacies play a crucial role as vital access points for medical care in Nigeria, especially in areas with limited hospital or clinic access.
According to the release, the ACPN National Chairman, Ambrose Igwekwam, highlighted the critical role played by community pharmacies in Nigeria’s healthcare system over the years.
Igwekwam, however, expressed concerns over the challenges confronting the nation’s pharmaceutical industry which he said was hindering access to affordable medicines.
The pharmacist listed poor infrastructural systems, power, transportation, regulatory bottlenecks, importation dependency, and limited research opportunities as major challenges facing the pharmaceutical sector.
He also stressed the need for robust collaborative efforts with institutions like Moniepoint to strengthen the sector.
“As Nigeria continues to grow, improving local pharma manufacturing to meet the demands of this growth presents a key opportunity for us all.
“There is also the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement, which is expected to boost our industry, especially when we start producing our drugs locally, which will provide the much needed foreign exchange from exports.
“We are also seeing advancements in digital health and technology which would hopefully deepen the practice of e-prescription in Nigeria”, the ACPN boss said.

Corlins Walter

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Embrace AI, CIIN Urges Insurance Operators 

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In order to enhance customer service and streamline operations, the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) has called on stakeholders in the insurance industry to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The President of the institute, Yetunde Ilori, made this call at the 2024 Office Representatives Committee (ORC) Workshop, organised by the institute, with the theme “AI and the Future of the Insurance Industry”, in Lagos.
Ilori at the event, emphasised the importance of AI adoption, noting that it was not a threat to jobs but rather a tool to improve efficiency across the insurance sector.
“It is not about AI taking over our jobs, but about us using AI to simplify processes and give maximum satisfaction to all the customers we serve whether as underwriters, brokers, loss adjusters, or in educating our members”, she said.
The workshop, which brought players in the insurance sector together, aimed to address how AI could be leveraged to transform business processes and improve customer interactions.
The Chairman of the ORC, Monica Nwachukwu, underscored the role of AI in modernising the industry, adding, “AI can automate customer and claims processes, allowing insurers to provide faster and more efficient services to their customers”.
She explained how AI could help extract data from legacy systems, enhancing decision-making processes.
“By integrating AI with APIs, insurers can feed valuable data into AI solutions to improve operations and customer service”, she added.
In his address, the Managing Partner of A4S and Training Heights, Orlando Odejide, stressed the need for companies to align their strategies with future technologies like AI, especially as they prepare for 2025.
“Any organisation that wants to grow into the future must have its strategic plan in place. If your strategy for 2025 is not ready, it should be done by October”, he advised.
He encouraged participants to think critically about how AI could be integrated into their business models to ensure they remain competitive.
“The idea is for you to use this workshop as a platform to think about your organization and how AI can help streamline your processes and improve growth”, Odejide noted.

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NASRDA Reassures On Strengthening Nigeria’s Space Capability 

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In order to gain global respect and recognition, the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has reaffirmed its determination to pursue its goal in ensuring that Nigeria’s space capabilities are recognised on the world stage.
The agency also reaffirmed its commitment to positioning Nigeria as a key player in the global space economy.
In a statement by the Director of Media and Corporate Communications, Dr. Felix Ale, NASRDA revealed that the Director-General of the agency, Matthew Adepoju, emphasised this during recent engagements at the 79th United Nations General Assembly and the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) and Global Alliance Business Association international conference in Michigan, United States.
The statement noted that Adepoju outlined a forward-thinking agenda, stressing the importance of Nigeria’s space programme as a leader in research, exploration, and technological innovation.
“Our goal is to ensure that Nigeria’s space capabilities are recognised on the world stage.
“We must foster collaborations with global space agencies to enhance our satellite capabilities and technological infrastructure”, he stated.
The NASRDA boss said the agency is focusing on enhancing satellite capabilities, expanding international collaborations, and leveraging space science for national development.
He said NASRDA will have no stone unturned in pursuit of excellence, ensuring the agency secures the necessary resources and recognition to propel it forward.
“The relationships we build today will pave the way for tomorrow’s advancements in space science.
“Innovation and progress thrive in an environment built on collaboration and inclusivity”, he stated.
He emphasised that with the support of the government, international partners, and a dedicated team, NASRDA is poised to make significant strides in the evolving global space landscape.
“We are on the brink of a new era for Nigeria’s space agency. Together, we will ensure our nation stands out in the global space economy”, he said.

Corlins Walter

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