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HURIWA Criticizes Tinubu, Calls for Immediate Removal of Power Minister After Latest Grid Collapse

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned the recent collapse of the national electricity grid, which occurred on October 14 and 15, 2024. In response, HURIWA has called for the immediate removal of the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, citing his "gross incompetence" and lack of qualifications for the role.

NNPC Agrees to Sell Petrol to IPMAN at ₦995/Litre Following DSS Intervention

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reached an agreement to sell Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to members of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) at a price of ₦995 per litre. This agreement comes after the Department of State Services (DSS) intervened in ongoing disputes between the parties. Hammed Fashola,...

Naira Appreciates as Dollar Turnover Drops by 44% in Official Market

Nigeria's currency, the Naira, appreciated significantly on October 14, 2024, gaining N10 in the parallel market, trading at N1,680 per US dollar compared to last weekend’s rate of N1,690. In the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the Naira also strengthened, reaching N1,552.92 per dollar, a gain of N88.35 from last weekend’s rate of N1,641.27.

Nigeria Extends Deadline for Private Jet Owners to Verify Import Duties Compliance

The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended the deadline for private jet owners to complete the mandatory verification process regarding unpaid import duties. Initially scheduled to conclude on October 14, 2024, the deadline has now been moved to November 14, 2024, allowing an additional month for compliance. This extension was confirmed in a statement...

TCN Clarifies Partial National Grid Collapse, Begins Power Restoration

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has clarified that the national grid collapse on Monday, October 14, 2024, was only partial. The incident, which occurred around 6:48 PM, led to a significant power outage across the country, with zero load allocation reported to all eleven Electricity Distribution Companies. The TCN spokesperson, Ndidi Mbah, explained...

Dollar to Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Hits N1700 on October 15, 2024

On October 15, 2024, the dollar to naira exchange rate in the black market (also known as the parallel market) reached N1696 for buying and N1700 for selling, according to reports from Bureau De Change (BDC) operators in Lagos. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) maintains that it does not recognize the black market...

FG Completes Upgrade of Maiduguri Airport, International Operations Set for January 2025

The Federal Government has successfully upgraded Maiduguri’s Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, with international operations scheduled to commence on January 1, 2025. This was confirmed in a statement by Odutayo Oluseyi, Director of Press for the Minister of Aviation. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, emphasized the strategic importance of the airport in...

Presidency Urges MDAs to Honor NASS Invitations for Renewed Hope Agenda Success

The presidency has called on heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to prioritize invitations from the National Assembly, emphasizing the need for cooperation between the executive and legislative branches. This appeal comes after the Senate Committee on Ethics warned of issuing arrest warrants for officials who ignore its requests. Senator Basheer Lado, Special...

President Tinubu Welcomes Super Eagles Home After Libya Ordeal, Calls for CAF Investigation

President Bola Tinubu has warmly welcomed the Super Eagles back to Nigeria following their difficult experience in Libya. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu condemned the unsportsmanlike and inhumane treatment the team endured at a Libyan airport. The President praised the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs...

Libyan Football Federation President Resigns Amid Super Eagles Controversy

Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani, the President of the Libyan Football Federation, has stepped down from his position following a routine General Assembly meeting. Al-Shalmani announced his resignation on Sunday, citing his unwillingness to be associated with the ongoing challenges in Libyan sports. In his statement, he expressed dissatisfaction with the state of sports in Libya, saying,...

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