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Day: October 1, 2024

Nigeria imported 20.30bn litres of petrol in 2023 – NBS

The NBS stated this in its Petroleum Products Distribution Statistics for 2023 released in Abuja on Tuesday. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says 20.30 billion litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as petrol was imported in 2023. The NBS stated this in its Petroleum Products Distribution Statistics for 2023 released in Abuja…

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Nigeria has made progress in spite of challenges — Uzodinma

The governor attributed Nigeria’s progress to the collective effort, innovative and resilient spirit of its citizens, policymakers, and stakeholders. Gov. Hope Uzodinma of Imo on Tuesday said Nigeria has made significant progress in spite of numerous challenges facing it. Uzodinma said this in his message to mark the 64th Independence Day celebration in Owerri. The…

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God told me not to contest election in 2027 – Ortom

Ortom says the PDP is determined to take over the Benue Government House in 2027. The immediate past governor of Benue, Chief Samuel Ortom, has said that God told him not to contest any election in 2027. Ortom disclosed on Tuesday in Makurdi when People’s Democracy Party (PDP) G-14 members paid him a courtesy visit….

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Diri promises 1,000 affordable housing units, pipe-borne water across 8 LGAs

The governor also expressed his commitment to address environmental challenges like soot pollution, flooding, and oil spillage that had plagued the state Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa has promised that his administration would construct over 1,000 affordable housing units across the eight local governments of the state. Diri also assured of the provision of pipe-borne…

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Ogun Police praise youths for avoiding planned protests, maintaining peace

The Commissioner of Police, while giving an update on the planned #FearlessOctober1, said there was calm in the state. Abiodun Alamutu, the Commissioner of Police in Ogun, says there has been relative peace in the state because youths did not embark on the protest planned for Tuesday. Alamutu, while speaking with newsmen in Abeokuta on…

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October 1 protest begins as youths troop out to demand good governance

Omoyele Sowore, has joined the protest in Lagos. The October 1 protest is gaining momentum in Lagos State as protesters hit the streets in continuation of the #EndBadGovernance demonstration which held for 10 days in August. The ongoing protest tagged #FearlessInOctober is organised by the Coalition of Concerned Nigeria Citizens and supported by members of…

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10 African countries with the kindest people

Africa is home to a rich diversity of cultures, languages, and traditions, and some of the friendliest and kindest people. From East to West, these countries are known for their warm hospitality, generosity, and welcoming nature. Whether through shared meals, greetings, or assistance to strangers, kindness is a value deeply embedded in these societies. Let’s…

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Kano residents ignore nationwide protests, continue normal activities

The streets are calm, with markets and shopping plazas operating as usual, and security personnel patrolling to forestall any breach of the peace. Residents of Kano Metropolis shunned the nationwide protests declared by activists nationwide. A correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) who monitored the situation in Kano, reports the residents went about…

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Village head, 12 others arrested for beheading hunters

The suspects reportedly kidnapped three marine hunters, killed and buried them in a shallow grave. Operatives from the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested the village chief of Utit Antai, Okon Asuquo Etteokpo, along with 12 accomplices for their alleged involvement in the kidnapping and murder of three marine hunters. According to police sources,…

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Ndigbo in Lagos APC lauds Tinubu on proposed national youth conference

Tinubu added that the 30-day Confab will also unite young people nationwide to collaboratively develop solutions to issues such as education and employment. Ndigbo in Lagos State All Progressive Congress (APC) has lauded President Bola Tinubu on his plans to convene a national youth conference to discuss issues affecting the youth. The Deputy Apex Leader…

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