NBA Condemns Fuel Price Increase, Demands Immediate Review

The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has expressed strong disapproval of the recent hike in fuel prices by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL. The NBA President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, describe the increase from N617 to approximately N900  per litre as “unbearable” and “unsustainable” for Nigerians. “This significant and abrupt hike has imposed an unbearable burden on the already overstretched finances of ordinary Nigerians, further aggravating the economic challenges faced by millions across the...

NNPCL to Supply 17.6 Million Barrels of Crude to Dangote Refinery in 2 Months

…Dangote Group says NNPCL has not started lifting petrol from its refinery The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has delivered 30 million barrels of crude oil to the Dangote refinery, according to Adedapo Segun, the Executive Vice President of NNPCL Downstream. Segun revealed this on Arise Television on Thursday, stating that an additional 17.6 million barrels will be supplied soon. The upcoming delivery of 17.6 million barrels will be split into 6.3 million barrels...

Governor Mbah Renames Road After Folk Music Legend, Mike Ejeagha

…Commissions 4 Roads in Abakpa Enugu The Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah on commissioning of the reconstructed Obinagu Road in Abakpa Nike Enugu renamed it Mike Ejeagha road in honour of folklore music legend, Mike Ejeagha in recognition of his contributions to the cultural heritage of the State. Governor Mbah further disclosed that the state government will take up sole responsibility for the nonagenarian legend’s upkeep. Mbah stated this when he commissioned the...

Fuel Price Hike Controversy: Students To Shut Down Major Cities

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced that as from September 15, 2024, it plans to shut down all major cities in Nigeria in response to the recent fuel price increase. On Tuesday, There was a sudden increase in the price of petrol from about ₦568 per liter to ₦855 per liter, and this has been implemented across NNPC filling stations. The hike has generated a reaction nationwide, people and organized labour are demanding...

Nigeria and China Strengthen Ties with Trade and Security Deals

In a significant diplomatic development, Nigeria and China have deepened their bilateral relations by agreeing to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The partnership aims to enhance cooperation in trade, financial intelligence against money laundering and terrorist financing, and infrastructure development. A joint statement issued by both governments outlined their commitment to encourage “flexible and diverse regional monetary and financial cooperation such as local currency swaps, to facilitate trade between the two countries and make contributions to...

NBA Pledges Legal Support for Protesters Facing Treason Charges

…to monitor trials of protesters The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has announced it will provide free legal representation to individuals facing trial for their involvement in the #EndBadGovernance protests. The nationwide demonstrations, which took place from 1 to 10 August 2024 were driven by widespread economic hardship and included demands for reduced governance costs and improved food security. NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe disclosed the intervention on Wednesday, stating, “I have directed the branches of...

Community Leaders Demand N200 M from Army and SSS for Detention Without Trial

Two leaders from the Okuama community in Ughelli South, Delta State, have filed lawsuits against the Nigerian Army and the State Security Services, SSS, for alleged illegal detention and violation of their fundamental rights. James Oghorokor and Dennis Okugbaye are demanding a total of N200 million in damages, with each suing for N100 million. The suits, filed in the Federal High Court in Warri, challenge their arrest by military officials last month and ongoing detention...

Jonathan Urges African Leaders To Prioritise Innovation, Technology To Achieve Food Security

Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has urged African leaders to prioritise innovation and technology to achieve food security. According to the former President, African leaders should prioritise innovation and technology as a means of achieving the four pillars of food security and making considerable progress in the fight against hunger and malnutrition on the continent. The former President stated this on Wednesday in Kigali, Rwanda at the ongoing Africa Food Systems Forum 2024 while presenting...

APGA’s Board of Trustees Chairman Calls for Disciplinary Measures against Governor Soludo

Chief Chekwas Okorie, the founder of APGA, and currently the Chairman of the party’s Board of Trustees, has unequivocally called for disciplinary measures against Anambra State governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo. Dr. Okorie who made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during a press conference, narrated how Governor Soludo has been working against APGA under the rightful leadership of Chief Edozie Njoku. According to Okorie, “It has become abundantly clear that Governor Soludo is determined as...

Gastroenteritis Kills Seven Persons In Jigawa State

Gastroenteritis has claimed seven lives and several others were hospitalized in Kirikasamma Local Government Area of Jigawa State. Musa Abdullahi Diladige, Coordinator local government’s Primary Healthcare who confirmed the incident, said the disease has affected several communities, including Malori, Maikintari, Dilmari, Kirikasamma, and parts of Baturiya village. The Director of Administration and General Services of the local government who is also the acting chairman of the council, Idris Gambo Abubakar, pledged to provide all necessary...

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