The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has voiced strong opposition to the recent fuel price increase in Nigeria, implemented by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Prices have jumped from ₦568-₦617 to ₦855-₦897 per litre, with independent marketers selling fuel as high as ₦1,200 per litre. In a statement, CNG National Coordinator, Comrade Jamilu […]
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Coalition Berates Zamfara Gov Dauda Lawal for Financing Banditry, Illegal Gold-Mining for Selfish Gains
Calls for Arrest of Bandits’ Sponsors A coalition, Centre Against Banditry and Terrorism (CABT), has condemned Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, for allegedly financing banditry and illegal gold-mining activities in the state for personal gain. Speaking at a press conference, Executive Director, Yakubu Dauda, accused Governor Lawal of paying terrorists and subversive elements over N1.3 […]
Sub-Saharan Africa to Contribute 25% of Global Workforce, Report Reveals
A new study by Bridgewater Associates, Global Citizen, and Harith General Partners reveals that Sub-Saharan Africa is poised to account for 25% of the global workforce in the coming decades. The report highlights the region’s demographic transformation, with its share of the global working-age population expected to rise from 10% to 25%. The report emphasizes […]
Stakeholders Advocate Value-Added Exports to Boost Nigeria’s Economic Growth
At the 2024 Zenith Bank International Trade Seminar, experts emphasized the importance of value-added exports to drive Nigeria’s economic growth. They urged the processing of non-oil export products into semi-finished and finished goods as a key strategy for unlocking significant economic benefits. During the seminar, themed “Nigerian Non-Oil Export Industry: Awakening the Giant,” Dr. Adaora […]
FG Declares State of Emergency at Onne Port Over Arms and Dangerous Cargo Imports
The Federal Government has declared a three-month state of emergency at Onne Port in Rivers State due to recurring incidents of illegal importation of arms and dangerous cargo. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, announced the emergency protocols during a press briefing, citing national security concerns and increased threats to public health. Adeniyi highlighted the […]
Customs Intercepts N9bn Worth of Contraband in July – FOU Controller
The Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Ikeja, revealed that it seized 70 contraband items valued at N8.9 billion in July 2024. Kola Oladeji, the Customs Area Controller, disclosed this during a display of the seized goods in Lagos. The seized items included 6,168 pieces of donkey skins, 37,630 sachets of tramadol, […]
Subscribers Face Portal Glitches as NIN-SIM Linkage Deadline Approaches
As the September 15 deadline for the National Identification Number (NIN) and Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) linkage nears, many Nigerian subscribers are experiencing technical challenges while attempting to upload their details on the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) portal. The President of the National Association of Telecommunications Subscribers (NATCOMS), Adeolu Ogungbanjo, has raised concerns over […]
National Assembly’s First Year Marked by Slow Progress and Recycling of Proposals – OrderPaper Report
A performance report by OrderPaper, a parliamentary monitoring organization, has highlighted significant issues with the progress of the 10th National Assembly during its first year. Despite a notable increase in the number of bills sponsored, the report reveals slow progress and concerns about legislative practices. Key Findings from the Report: Epia stated that while there […]
Reps Minority Caucus Condemns Petrol Price Hike, Demands Immediate Reversal
The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has strongly condemned the recent increase in petrol prices announced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). In a statement issued by Rep. Kingsley Chinda, the caucus criticized the decision as “ill-timed” and “grossly insensitive,” given the current economic hardships faced by Nigerians. Key Points from the […]
Mutual Benefits Calls for Policy Reform to Boost Insurance Penetration
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc has voiced concern over Nigeria’s low insurance penetration and is advocating for policy changes to enhance insurance uptake across the country. Mr. Femi Asenuga, Managing Director/CEO of Mutual Benefits, expressed these sentiments during a workshop aimed at insurance journalists. Asenuga emphasized the crucial role of media in driving policy reforms and […]