The Federal Government, on Monday, raised the alarm over the renewed smuggling of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, following the massive hike in the pump price of the commodity in neighbouring countries. It stated that while the average price of petrol in Nigeria was about N701/litre, the average cost of the product in neighbouring countries was N1,787/litre, a development that heightened PMS smuggling out of Nigeria in the past two weeks. The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, who disclosed this at a press conference in Yola, said the NCS had to join forces with the Office…
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The Super Eagles’ 2-1 defeat to Benin in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Monday has sparked a wave of criticism directed at the head coach, Finidi George, with fans questioning his tactics and player selection. The loss, which saw Nigeria fall behind Benin and South Africa in their qualifying group, has left the team’s hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup hanging. Reacting to the disappointing result, DISTINGUISHED KPMG LinkedIn Everest @novieverest via X urged fans to remain positive, saying, “Instead of spoiling the image of the Super Eagles just because you don’t like Coach Finidi George, why not…
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, sacked former Inspector General of Police, Solomon Arase, as the Chairman of the Police Service Commission. He however replaced Arase with the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Hashimu Argungu (rtd). Special Adviser to the President(Media & Publicity), Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement on Monday, said President Tinubu also approved the appointment of Chief Onyemuche Nnamani as Secretary and DIG Taiwo Lakanu (rtd) as Member of the Commission. The statement added that the appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate. It further stated that other members of the Police Service Commission will be appointed…
Samuel Adesola, Abuja President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, on Monday, advanced reasons why organised labour won’t resume its suspended nationwide strike on Tuesday. The one-week window for continued negotiation over minimum wage expires on Tuesday. Last week, organised labour, after a meeting with a Federal Government delegation, had suspended its two-day nationwide strike. It, however, warned that it would resume the strike if the government failed to agree with them on a new minimum wage for workers. But speaking at the ongoing International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, Ajaero said the tripartite committee submitted two figures to…
DARE ADEJUMO The faithful across the globe stand still in joyful adoration; resonance of purity as Hallmark of human existence, altruism, love, holiness and humanitarianism vibrated and rejuvenated in the hearts of mankind as the great prophet and humanist and extra-ordinary philanthropist TBJOSHUA’S was remembered in the third year anniversary of his glorious departure from the earth on June 5, 2021.Dr. Kirstan Nematandam, a South African nationalist who flew in to Ikotun Egbe Lagos to partake in the solemn night ceremony described the all night praise and worship event as ‘a spiritual high watershed, and great moment in all continents…
… says ‘organ’ll decide on next line of action’ Samuel Adesola, Abuja Nigeria Labour Congress, on Monday, dismissed reports of likely resumption of the suspended nationwide strike by the organised Labour on Tuesday NLC said the comment attributed to its Assistant General Secretary, Chris Onyeka, was sheer misinterpretation of the interview he had with Channel’s TV earlier on Monday. According to Onyeka, “Video clip of my chat with Channel’s TV presenters is there to prove I never said labour may resume strike on Tuesday. They asked me if labour will resume the relaxed nationwide indefinite strike. “I told them that…
Tripartite Committee set up by President Bola Tinubu to negotiate a new national minimum wage for the nation, on Monday, submitted its report to the Federal Government. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, received the report from the Chairman of the Committee and former Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Alh. Bukar Goni Aji. Director, Information and Public Relations, SGF Office, Segun Imohiosen, said in a statement that the long-awaited report would be formally presented to President Bola Tinubu at a later date when the leadership of the organised labour would have returned from Geneva.…
By Owen Akenzua, Asaba Renowned businessman and Bolowei of the Niger Delta, High Chief Tunde Smooth, has lauded Governor Sheriff Oborevwori; Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor and members of the Assembly for their sustained contributions to the development of the state. Chief Smooth gave the commendation in an interview with journalists during the 1st Anniversary thanksgiving service of the 8th Delta State House of Assembly held at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Region 34 Headquarters, Unity Model Parish, Asaba, on Sunday. The business mogul applauded Governor Oborevwori for his impactful services to Deltans…
Central Bank of Nigeria, on Monday, dismissed rumours that it has plans to revoke the operating licences of Fidelity, Polaris, Wema, and Unity Banks. CBN made this clarification amid concerns about the stability of some Nigerian banks following the recent revocation of the licence of Heritage Bank Plc. Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, Hakama Sidi Ali, in a statement on Monday, reassured the public of the safety of their deposits and the resilience of the banking system. “The Nigerian banking industry remains resilient. Key financial soundness indicators remain within current regulatory thresholds,” the statement partly read. It stated that there…
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke has playfully urged his daughter Nike to find a spouse and get married soon. During a Q&A session on her Instagram page, Nike asked her father how he felt about her being single at 28, a question that prompted a humorous and heartfelt response from the governor. “I am now 28 and I am about to be 29. How do you feel about me not being married yet?” she asked her dad. The Governor, who got married at 27 and had Nike’s brother, Adesina soon after, reminded his daughter that she is not getting younger and…