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Fuel subsidy was removed for Nigeria not to go bankrupt – President Tinubu
During his participation as a panelist at the ongoing World Economic Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, President Bola Tinubu stated that the removal of fuel subsidy was a necessary measure taken to prevent the country from facing bankruptcy. Tinubu expressed his conviction that this decision was made with the people’s best interests in mind. “For Nigeria, we are immensely consistent with belief that the economic collaboration and inclusiveness are necessary to engender stability in the rest of the world. “Concerning the question of the subsidy removal, there is no doubt that it was a necessary action for my country not…
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BREAKING: Obaseki raises Edo workers’ minimum wage to N70,000
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has announced a raise in the minimum wage for workers in the state civil service to N70,000, effective from May 1, 2024. Obaseki made this declaration on Monday during the inauguration of the Labour House, constructed for the organized labour in the state. The building was dedicated to the memory of former governor Adams Oshiomhole. Governor Obaseki stated that his administration is committed to increasing the minimum wage for state workers from N40,000 to N70,000. He further pledged to elevate the monthly salary of employees to over N70,000 should the Federal Government endorse a new…
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Fuel Scarcity to persist for two more weeks -IPMAN
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has stated that the ongoing fuel scarcity across the nation is expected to persist for an additional two weeks. According to Chinedu Ukadike, the Public Relations Officer of IPMAN, the product is currently unavailable within the country, attributing the challenge to the ongoing maintenance of most refineries in Europe, which complicates sourcing efforts. Ukadike pointed to importation hurdles and the sluggish pace of licence renewals by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) as major factors contributing to the acute shortage in supply. He noted that out of 15,000 marketers,…
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Several persons burnt to death as fuel tanker explodes on East-West road in Rivers state (photos)
At least 100 individuals are feared to have perished in a tragic incident where a tanker carrying petroleum products caught fire along the Eleme section of the East-West road in Rivers State on the night of April 26. Reports indicate that the explosion occurred when the tanker, navigating the deteriorated road, collided with another heavy-duty vehicle, leading to flames and subsequent explosions. The resulting inferno engulfed numerous vehicles on the road, trapping occupants who were unable to escape the rapidly spreading fire. Although many managed to flee their vehicles as the flames intensified, unfortunately, some were not as fortunate. The…
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Abuja American school has refunded $760k of Yahaya Bello’s children fees – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced that the American International School Abuja (AISA) has refunded the fees paid by former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, for his children’s education. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, revealed that Bello paid $760,910 in advance from Kogi state’s funds. AISA confirmed refunding $760,910 to EFCC, deducting already rendered educational services. EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the refund, stating the money was deposited into the public account.
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I did not pay the sum of USD720,000 as alleged by the EFCC Chairman or USD840,000 as is being bandied about on the internet – Yahaya Bello
Former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has denied paying the sum of $720,000 school fees for his children using the state government’s funds. Bello was reacting to the claim by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede that he withdrew $720,000 from the state’s coffer to pay for his children’s school fees before leaving office. The governor described the remark as misleading, stressing that the receipts in public domain were released by his lawyers. In a statement signed by his Media Officer, Ohiare Michael, the former governor said his children have been attending the American…
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‘Nigerian govt should admit wrongdoing’ – Ejimakor reacts to US report on Nnamdi Kanu
Aloy Ejimakor, the principal legal representative of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), responded on Saturday to the United States report regarding the Biafra activist. Ejimakor called on the Nigerian government to acknowledge its mistakes in Kanu’s trial and bring the prosecution to a swift conclusion, “without delay.” The US “2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Nigeria” highlighted that Nigerian security forces violated Kanu’s rights during his arrest and extradition, stating that he was arbitrarily detained in June 2021. In response to the report, Ejimakor praised the US for officially and openly recognizing the…
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(photos)Documents from school show evidence that Yahaya Bello paid school fees for family members in advance after withdrawing $720,000 from the state’s coffers
Evidence presented as exhibits suggests that Yahaya Bello purportedly used funds from the state treasury to pay in advance for the school fees of his family members, both current students and potential future enrollees, at the American International School of Abuja. A letter from the school to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) confirms that Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, deposited $845,852.84 into the school’s account since September 2021 as advance payment for the education of four family members until their graduation, with provisions made for any future family members to be enrolled. The document implicates Mr.…
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It is painful that Nigeria cannot power one major city – Peter Obi speaks on Tanzania’s successful electrification of all their major urban centers
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s inability to provide electricity to even one of its major cities, contrasting it with Tanzania’s successful electrification of all their major urban centers. Obi highlighted a World Bank report indicating that approximately 70 per cent of Tanzania’s 40 million rural inhabitants now have access to electricity, whereas Nigeria’s situation remains starkly different. His remarks coincide with reports of Tanzania, an East African nation, shutting down five hydroelectric stations due to surplus electricity in the national grid. This decision followed the achievement of sufficient…
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Nigerian naira is one of the world’s best-performing currencies today – President Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu affirms his administration’s commitment to making tough decisions for the Nigerian populace, notwithstanding the immediate challenges that may accompany such actions. During a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands in The Hague on Thursday, April 25, President Tinubu remarked that Nigeria has weathered severe storms, expressing his resolve to face the consequences of his decisions, as they are ultimately geared towards the long-term welfare of the people. He emphasized that Nigerians possess significant self-assurance, and his unwavering belief in the Nigerian populace empowers him to take challenging decisions on their behalf. He is fully…
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Ogun state Governor appoints Tunde Onakoya Sports ambassador
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has designated Mr. Tunde Onakoya, the National Master of Chess and the current Guinness World Record Holder for the longest Chess Marathon in history, as the Sports Ambassador of the State. Governor Abiodun revealed this on Thursday during his meeting with Mr. Onakoya at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Additionally, he announced the initiation of the State Chess Competition to be conducted across all regions of the state in recognition of Mr. Onakoya’s accomplishments. Expressing admiration for the achievements of the National Chess Master on the global platform, Abiodun emphasized that such feats were…
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I lost a relationship because of my stance against premarital sex – Reality TV star, Ifu Ennada
Reality TV Star, Ifu Ennada has disclosed that her opposition to premarital sex led to the end of a relationship for her. The actress in a post on her Instagram page, shared a video where she stated that “I don’t believe in sex before marriage.” She captioned the video, “I’ll always say no to premarital s*x even if it breaks my heart. God over man.” In another post, the reality star stated that she was humiliated, mocked, and even disrespected by her partner because of her stance against premarital sex. Ifuennada wrote, “Because of my new life, I lost a…
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