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Day: November 2, 2024

Dangote Refinery refutes allegations of petrol sales above ₦1,000/litre

The company did not, however, provide additional details on its actual pricing strategy or the factors influencing any price adjustments Dangote Refinery has denied reports alleging it sells petrol between ₦1,015 and ₦1,028 per litre, labelling the claim as “fake news” on Saturday, November 2. The refinery’s response follows statements by some oil marketers suggesting…

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Ex-Delta State deputy governor passes away at 77

Renowned legal scholar and former Deputy Governor of Delta State, Professor Amos Agbe Utuama (SAN), passed away on Saturday in Warri, Delta State, at the age of 77. Known for his contributions to Nigerian jurisprudence and dedication to public service, Utuama’s death follows a prolonged illness. Utuama served as Delta State’s Commissioner for Justice and…

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Northern forum endorses Tinubu for opposing NEC’s Tax Reform decision

The northern governors have been urged to stop obstructing people-focused initiatives, warning that such actions could provoke calls for their impeachment. The Progressive Northern Youth Forum (PNYF) has publicly praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for dismissing the National Economic Council’s (NEC) recommendation to withdraw the Nigeria Tax Reform Bill. Pulse Nigeria reported that during the…

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‘North cannot reap where it didn’t sow’ – Omirhobo backs Tax Reform Bill

His stance emphasises the belief that every state should actively contribute to national revenues, ensuring a balanced financial relationship between regions. Prominent Nigerian lawyer Malcolm Omirhobo has voiced strong support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recently proposed Tax Reform Bill, highlighting its potential to address long-standing tax distribution inequalities between Nigeria’s regions. Amid mounting criticism…

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VIDEO: ‘Why Politics, Church must be dismantled – Peter Obi

Nonetheless, Obi’s stance reflects his belief that rethinking Nigeria’s approach to religion and politics is crucial to building a more productive society. Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has called for reforms to Nigeria’s religious and political culture, suggesting that excessive church activities are hindering productivity. Speaking on the snippet of the Honest Bunch…

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British-Nigerian, Kemi Badenoch becomes new leader of UK Conservative Party

Badenoch has repeatedly explored her Nigerian experience to boost her chances in the contest by narrating tales of her unpleasant experiences growing up in Africa’s most populous nation. In a historic victory, Kemi Badenoch, a British-Nigerian former Business Secretary, has been elected as the new leader of the UK’s Conservative Party. Badenoch’s win makes her…

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Heartbreak for Augustine Eguavoen as Super Eagles lose key defender to ‘difficult injury’ for 4 months

Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen and Nigeria will continue their AFCONQ2025 without an important defender due to injury.

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Nigerian govt begins payment of NASU salaries, retirees’ benefits

The payments extend beyond university salaries, providing financial relief to retirees within the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme sector. The Federal Government has disbursed long-awaited funds to cover unpaid salaries for Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) members of federal universities and benefits owed to retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme….

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Kwankwaso, Sani condemn FG over arraignment of minors in protest crackdown

The former Kano State Governor also referenced the Child’s Rights Act of 2003, reminding the government of its responsibility to uphold children’s rights to dignity and protection from any form of abuse. The arraignment of minors involved in the #Endbadgovernance protests has drawn heavy criticism from notable political figures, including former New Nigeria Peoples Party…

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