Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

As Lagos opens talks on N12,500 levy, truck drivers put strike on hold As Lagos opens talks on N12,500 levy, truck drivers put strike on hold The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has suspended its ongoing industrial action following the Lagos State Government’s decision to open dialogue with the association over the contentious N12,500 electronic call-up levy imposed on tankers along the Lekki–Epe corridor. In a directive issued to all zonal and depot unit chairmen on Tuesday, the association said the move to suspend the strike followed a formal commitment by the state government to engage key stakeholders, including…

Nigerian own, Ogieva, recognised as grand award judge in USA  A U.S.-based Nigerian and visionary in geoscience and data innovation, Mathew Ogieva Nigerian own, Ogieva, recognised as grand award judge in USA A U.S. based Nigerian and visionary in geoscience and data innovation, Mathew Ogieva, has continued to leave an indelible mark on global Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics advancement. Ogieva, in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday, said he served as Grand Award Judge at the 75th Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the 75th ISEF was…

Tinubu pledges stronger electoral system whilst flags off INEC headquarters construction President Bola Tinubu Tinubu pledges stronger electoral system whilst flags off INEC headquarters construction President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday flagged off the construction of a new Independent National Electoral Commission headquarters in Abuja, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s electoral system and fostering a more robust democracy. The President declared that the new edifice would serve as a “hub for innovation, planning, training, and transparency in electoral administration.” Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Tinubu stressed that Nigeria’s democracy is continuously evolving, necessitating corresponding growth in the institutions that…

Benue receives Tinubu on Wednesday, declares work-free day President Bola Tinubu The Benue Government has declared Wednesday, June 18, a work-free day in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who is scheduled for a one-day visit to the state. The declaration was announced in a statement by Mrs Deborah Aber, Secretary to the State Government on Tuesday in Makurdi. “This is in honour of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who is scheduled for a one-day visit to the state. “The visit is to commiserate with the government…

UNICEF partners Lagos to Host Media Dialogue on Strategic Budgeting for Children’s Rights in Africa Celine Lafoucriere, Chief of UNICEF Field Office for Southwest Nigeria * … encourages journalists to amplify areas of under investments. To observe the 2025 Day of the African Child (DAC), the Lagos State Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), convened a high-level media dialogue aimed at promoting public spending that prioritizes children’s rights. Cross section of journalists As this event took place on Monday, 16th June, 2025 at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)…

Al Hilal raise Osimhen’s salary offer to €50m annually Victor Osimhen Al Hilal raise Osimhen’s salary offer to €50m annually * Osimhen’s salary offer rises to €50m annually from Al Hilal. Al Hilal, not backing down in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen, has prepared a jaw-dropping new salary offer worth €50m per year for the Nigerian striker. The Saudi Arabian giants and Middle Eastern powerhouses are refusing to give up on their ambitious bid to secure the Napoli star to the Saudi Pro League, despite the 26-year-old rejecting their previous approach just 11 days ago. According to Goal, Al Hilal…

2025 PPP summit: Nigeria is ready for business, says Shettima Vice President Kashim Shettima. Photo: State House 2025 PPP summit: Nigeria is ready for business, says Shettima * Says Nigeria can no longer execute projects based on reliance on governmental funding only. Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday declared Nigeria ready and open for business as he officially opened the Nigeria 2025 Public-Private Partnership Summit at the State House, Abuja. The event, organised by the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission, brought together stakeholders from government and the private sector to explore strategies for closing Nigeria’s $2.3 trillion infrastructure gap. Delivering his…

Marketers disagree with Dangote’s fuel distribution plan, fear business shutdown National President, Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, Billy Gillis-Harry Marketers disagree with Dangote’s fuel distribution plan, fear business shutdown * … says competition should always be allowed to protect consumers and promote economic efficiency. * Refinery gives assurance offering credit facility to those purchasing a minimum of 500,000 litres. * Pump price reduction could be experienced with improved efficiency. Oil marketers under the aegis of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria have raised concerns over the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s plan to distribute fuel directly…

EU, Germany introduced energy networks to enhance economy of  Kano European Union EU, Germany introduced energy networks to enhance economy of  Kano * Kano is in need of about 1,000MW of electricity. The European Union, in partnership with the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Monday, launched two Energy Efficiency Networks in Kano State. These initiatives, which seek to support the commercial and industrial hub of the North in addressing the energy challenges impacting the state’s economic growth and social development, will promote inclusive growth and strengthen the energy transition efforts of the government. Speaking during the official…

MFM spiritual daughter, Devendra to start second term as Amesbury Mayor Dr Monica Devendran MFM spiritual daughter, Devendra to start second term as Amesbury Mayor A member of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, Reading, United Kingdom, Dr Monica Devendran, has taken the oath of office for the second term as the Worshipful Mayor of Amesbury. The mayor is a spiritual daughter of the wife of the General Overseer of MFM, Dr Folashade Olukoya. The celebration service to mark the event was held at the Amesbury church and followed by a grand reception at Antrobus House. Dignitaries from across the…