James Oghorokor and Dennis Okugbaye, two leaders from the Okuama community in Delta State’s Ughelli South Local Government Area, have filed separate lawsuits against the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS) at the Federal High Court in Warri. They are seeking ₦200 million in damages for what they claim are unlawful arrests […]
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Sowunmi: Dangote Will Set the Price for His Refinery’s Petrol
Olabode Sowunmi, Chairman of the Energy Transition Study Group at the Nigerian Gas Association, has stated that Aliko Dangote is the sole authority on the pricing of petrol from his refinery. Sowunmi’s comments come after Dangote indicated that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) might influence the price per liter. In an interview with Arise TV, […]
Dangote and Bill Gates Join Vice President Shettima for NEC Meeting in Aso Rock
Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Foundation, and philanthropist Bill Gates are attending the ongoing National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting, presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima, is taking place in the Council Chamber. Governors Babagana Zulum of Borno State, Bala Mohammed of Bauchi, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa […]
NLC Demands Immediate Reversal of Fuel Price Hike
The National Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the government to promptly reverse the recent increase in petrol prices across Nigeria. In a statement posted on the NLC’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, the union demanded, “We demand the immediate reversal of the latest increase in the pump price of PMS across the […]
NBA Launches Free Legal Defense for #EndBadGovernance Protesters
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has initiated a pro bono legal defense program for protesters involved in the #EndBadGovernance movement, particularly those who lack legal representation. This move, announced by NBA President Afam Osigwe, aims to support and protect the rights of individuals who have been charged with serious offenses, including treason, by the federal […]
Private Sector Welcomes Tinubu’s Plan to Withdraw Taxes on Essential Goods
The Organised Private Sector has expressed strong support for the Federal Government’s plan to eliminate taxes on essential goods and services, including food items, house rents, and public transportation. This proposal, introduced by the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy, aims to ease the financial burden on Nigerians by removing taxes and value-added tax (VAT) on […]
Nigeria Seeks Enhanced UN Partnership for Food Security
Nigeria is advocating for a stronger partnership with the United Nations to advance sustainable agricultural development and address food security issues. This appeal was made during a visit by Dr. Amina Mohammed, the UN Deputy Secretary-General, who engaged with key stakeholders in Abuja. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, emphasized the vital role […]
James Lalu’s Leadership Tainted by Fraud, Says Anti-Corruption Group
Coalition of Nigeria Civil Society against Corruption has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for not reappointing Dr. James Lalu as the Executive Secretary of the National Commission for People Living with Disability. The Anti-corruption Group accused Dr. Lalu of fraudulent activities during his four-year tenure, with several petitions filed against him. In a press statement […]
FCCPC Rejects Claims of Regulating Food Prices, Emphasizes Focus on Fair Market Practices
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has firmly denied plans to regulate food prices or other commodity costs in Nigeria. The commission clarified that its recent directives are aimed solely at addressing exploitative practices and ensuring a fair and competitive marketplace. In a statement released by Ondaje Ijagwu, Director of Special Duties and […]
EFCC Accuses Traditional Rulers of Colluding with Illegal Miners
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raised serious allegations against some traditional rulers, accusing them of colluding with illegal miners, despite the detrimental effects on their communities and the country as a whole. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, made this revelation on Tuesday during the two-day first International Anti-Corruption and Climate Change Conference in […]