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Marketers of petroleum products in Nigeria have reportedly expressed concerns to President Bola Tinubu, claiming that the diesel prices offered by Dangote Refinery, currently at N900 per liter, are negatively impacting their businesses. According to Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Dangote Industries Limited, the marketers argued that Dangote’s price reduction, from N1,200 to N900 per liter, is hindering their ability …

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration over its plan to increase the value-added tax (VAT) from 7.5% to 10%, describing the move as a blow to the already struggling Nigerian population.   Atiku, in a statement released via his X handle on Sunday, September 8, argued that this decision, coupled with rising fuel prices, would …

  The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has clarified that President Bola Tinubu did not extend the tenure of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, contrary to some circulating reports.   In a statement issued on Friday, September 6, Force spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi emphasized that the President simply followed the law by approving a four-year term for the IGP, as outlined …

President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja today, Thursday, August 29, for an official visit to Beijing, China, as part of his ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s international ties and foster economic growth across all states. This visit comes at a crucial time as Nigeria seeks to enhance its global presence and attract foreign investment, which is essential for …

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed as the new Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi as the new Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS). These key appointments were announced on Monday, August 26, 2024, by the Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri …

New data has revealed that Nigeria has only received 16% of the $4.95 billion in World Bank loans approved under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.  As of July 31, 2024, the Federal Government had disbursed just $774.99 million of the total loan amount, leaving a substantial $4.16 billion still awaiting release.   These loans, approved for projects aimed at economic stabilization, infrastructure …

Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has been sworn in as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) by President Bola Tinubu, marking a significant moment in the country’s judicial history.   The ceremony took place on August 23, with Justice Kekere-Ekun assuming her role in an acting capacity following the retirement of her predecessor, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola.   Her appointment, which was recommended by …